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First time for me to try out a set of tape wounds. I ordered a set of La Bella Black nylons for my acoustic short scale Guild bass. Little did I know about these strings, especially how NOT to cut them shorter on the black nylon coating, so slowly the nylon drifted apart as a pair of very old socks on my skinny legs. Thats old bunch of money out of the window - someone show post a “how to put tape wound strings for dummies” on YouTube. Not I just feel stupid

I have this little short scale acoustic bass I really like, but the bronze strings on is not my cup of tea. I tried some flatwounds for an electric full scale bass, but "normal" strings are to big to fit in the holes in the tuners. What strings would you suggest I look for - links appreciated. Thanks

I have been offered a Vester acoustic bass in a trade for my Ibanez short scale bass. Does anyone know anything about Vester. I have never heard of that brand

I have a Zoom B1 Four and simply cannot update - and I would really like to get the high pass filter I can get in the update (not included as default). I can download the file, but when I try to,load it into the Zoom, the pedal just don’t respond. Other members in here in the same situation, or do you have a solution? Cheers fra Denmark

A little follow up. I got a fairly cheap acoustic bass a couple of weeks ago. It was a second hand item, so it was €45. For that price it needed som attention, so it spent a few days with a luthier I know. After a complete setup it was a pleasure to play unplugged. People who say that acoustic basses are useless must be doing something wrong. I like sitting at home doodling on my cheap acoustic bass unplugged - I play that thing more that I plug in one of my electric basses. Plugged in at practice with the band is another world. Feedback is a thing to take into consideration - there are ways around it, but you should know it takes some adjustment. The sound (plugged in) isn’t as smooth as it is unplugged - but I would suggest everyone to try an acoustic at home - it’s pretty fun

Hope I hear your thoughts of it when you get it

Anyone got an acoustic bass Ibanez acoustic basses

Any experience with Ibanez acoustic basses? It will not be my main bass, just something to grab for a session with a couple of acoustic guitars. I plan to plug it in Ibanez

Nah, it’s got a few years on the back - I might just look for a righty

Hello you acoustic experts Yamaha LJ6 vs FG75 Same price (used). What to get? Cheers Steen Denmark

Thanks mate, very helpful knowledge

I am looking at a left hand acoustic guitar at a good price - only thing is that I am right handed. Would it be needing work on the nut/saddle to play it ”right handed” (a reversed Hendrix?)?

I am currently looking for Yamaha -should be good value for the money. If you can find a Yamaha LL - go for it

Ignition is made in China, right? Where is the Contemporary made?

We have a practice room and and need a bit more power for the vocals. Got hold of a Europower (2x250 watt) mixer and an active monitor (The Box MA 100). I would like some more balls and power from the system, do you guys recommend larger (active/passive?) monitors or a sub? Newbie into the world of PA

Those I know who have tried it complains about it not being quiet, but a lot of hum. Since it’s hard to get inside to the electronic stuff I guess it would be hard to fix

Are they any good?

Yep, I have a cheap copy of the Beatles bass. I like it, even that it's a cheap discount bass from Harley Benton

I am looking for a semi hollow bass. From a YouTube search I had my money ready for the cheap Harley Benton - I also hear some people complain about the noise from it, and since it’s a hollow body, it’s not easy to get in and shield the electronics. Any suggestions to something midpricey semi hollows you have experience with? Epiphone’s Jack Cassidy should be good, but also it bit over my budget. Help my out guys

More and more companies are selling small power amps, EHX even has a few in their normal pedal sized casings. Have you ever used on, perhaps this little low-price 100 watt from Harley Benton https://youtu.be/r-zwQiXnm9o?si=V4AzgrxTekYrVfmc

Thanks for your help, and yes - the bass is in good condition (although the P-pickup wasn't right on the dot....but it is now)

Thanks a lot for answering

What compressor in the Zoom multifx do you use, and can you show me/explain what settings you use? I need the compressor to even out the output from the different strings on my bass. Thank you

The tiny Harley Benton power amp, will that work on bass too? Would fit nice on a board along with a Zoom multifx.

Looks great Al Krow, I don’t have my Zoom here at Home at the moment, but I will give your patch a spin when I get the chance. Thanks mate