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[quote name='Willl' post='155988' date='Mar 12 2008, 02:13 PM']Your drummer must be a special one and very different to mine... ABM would appear to be the pick of the bunch. Will you get a chance to try playing the Ashdown through the Yamaha 2x10 as (if it sounds good to you) it would appear to be a good compromise for portability and gigability. Willl[/quote] Hi Will, The drummer is special cos its me! I am new to playing bass & play drums in my band. www.gasolineallstars.com I will have the chance to play it through the guys 4x10 ashdown. I don't think he will split the yamaha combo with the yamaha 2x10 cab (I think the yamaha 2x10 matches the 500 1x10 combo) for output ect, I think the 2x10 cab is only 2 OHMS so I'm not sure if it would be ok with the ashdowm ABM 325 Head. I'm hoping that someone on here has had a yamaha BBT500 & can give me some advice on them. Cheers, Anth.

[quote name='johnnylager' post='155738' date='Mar 12 2008, 08:31 AM']As what? Can they get jobs? ABM btw.[/quote] Drummers are not as daft as they look! That’s not possible is it? Cheers for the advice.. On the Amp.

[quote name='Musky' post='155679' date='Mar 12 2008, 12:42 AM']The ABM will only be knocking out about 200w into an 8 ohm load (ie one cab) so you'd be ok using it. I've no experience of the Yamaha, but at that price the ABM is still looking good to me. If you look for matching cabs second hand you might just shoehorn a pair of 2x10s in secondhand (if you get lucky).[/quote] Cheers Musky, I have until the weekend to decide so hopefully there will be a few more replies. I do think the ABM as everyone is seeming to go for that but that was before I mentioned the Yamaha. Cheers Mate

[quote name='Flintlock' post='155492' date='Mar 11 2008, 07:25 PM']Why don't you get the 210, then save the extra money. If you really feel like doing some heavy gigging you may need a 115 or another 210, but these will be easier to carry round then one big 410 cabinet (employ the drummer).[/quote] Aye, Thats a great idea BUT! The guy selling the Ashdown is also selling a yamaha BBT 500 with matching 2x10 cab [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product.asp?id=4191"]http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product.asp?id=4191[/url] As I said earlier, I am not a whizz on the bass & have no idea about amp/head/combo to go for. I was 100% gonna go for the ashdown ABM but the yamaha combo has started my brain rattling !

[quote name='Machines' post='155398' date='Mar 11 2008, 04:33 PM']Might as well go for an Ashdown cab to match it . Whats your budget for the cab ? £150 will get you a MAG210 [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Ashdown-MAG-210-T~ID~2053.asp"]http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~A...0-T~ID~2053.asp[/url] £270 will get you an ABM210 [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Ashdown---ABM-210T-Compact~ID~2047.asp"]http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~A...act~ID~2047.asp[/url] I make no apologies for my blatant bias to Ashdown [/quote] I was hoping to spend no more than £300 for cabs & was thinking about getting two 2x10's.. The ashdown cab at £150 has only 200 watts so would that be ok with a head that was 325 watts or would I be better going with the cab that does 300 watts? I don't really understand ohms & output ect.. I just want a head & two 2x10's that sound good but lound enough if I ever get round to playing a gig with it. I don't really want to have to carry a 4x10 around.. CHEERS!

Cheers to everyone who has replied, I think the Ashdown ABM is the one to go for according to most of you. Now all I have to is decide on a cab...??? 2 x 10's is what I'm after so any cab info would be mint! Thanks very much.

[b]Anybody got any advice or input on bass heads. I have around £200 to spend on a head & I am still a novice player. I bought a heavy combo which is now sold so I'm after a Head & speakers. I have the chance of a second hand ashdown ABM 300 EVO II for £180. A new MAG 300 for £191 from soundslive, Or a Gallien Krueger backline for £200. Any advice on heads & cabs would be great. Thanks.[/b]

[quote name='bass_ferret' post='153237' date='Mar 7 2008, 05:09 PM']Light weight means digital amp and neo speakers and I cant see you getting that for £500. Other than that look at the usual suspects in this price range, Ashdown, Trace, Peavey etc.[/quote] Cheers mate. I'll have a look about. I could pick up a bargain on here if I'm lucky!

[quote name='Lfalex v1.1' post='153111' date='Mar 7 2008, 02:57 PM']I had a Trace 122H SMX. Could be a pain to carry/ fit in small car boots (Stand up FIAT Punto) I... err... Cut mine in half with a jigsaw to make a (downsized) 2103H (2x10) and (wider than usual) AH300 SMX. Cost me about £25 in MDF, feet and handles to make a new sleeve for the "head" I also have a 1153 (1x15) with good (large diameter / lockable) Castors. I stack it all on the 1x15 and strap it together with a ratchet strap. Bag on shoulder, bass in one hand, pull stack with the other! In the main, the gear I've heard recently that's impressed me most has probably been Markbass. Castors really are the way to go. They've saved my back a lot of grief! Stick them on your 1x15 and pile it all on that. Go careful, though, the whole lot can have a high centre of gravity. Downside? Some people think you lose some bottom end from not having the cab directly on the floor. And Castors won't save you from stairs!![/quote] Cheers for the info, I did think about cutting it down but I'm not great at DIY so I thought selling it & getting smaller things would be a better bet. I have now sold the amp so I'm on the look out.. I do know someone selling a warwick sweet 15 combo for £150 but then it get back to having 3 small things to carry, rather that bust my back up & downstairs.. I'm sure something will come up.. Thanks Again. I'm missing my Trace Elliot already & its only been gone a few hours!

[b]It looks like my trace elliot 122H 300 watt combo is sold pending collection & payment so I’m after a new set up that is going to be lighter to carry than a heavy combo. I’m after some advice so here’s what I’m thinking about: A 300 watt head 2 cabinets consisting of one 2x10 & one 1x15. Not sure of what make to go for on head or cabinets. 3 Items to carry have to be better for your back in the long run & I ain’t no spring chicken any more If you guys & girls can point me in the right direction it will be much appreciated. The budget is £500 for the lot but if I can get sorted for less it would be mint.[/b]

[quote name='warwickhunt' post='140566' date='Feb 14 2008, 07:07 PM']Si can't be from Blyth... I'm the only bass player in this village [/quote] Is Blyth a village? I thought it is a Town!

[quote name='Shifrin' post='140151' date='Feb 14 2008, 11:06 AM']I'm just up the road, in Blyth (although I think I said I was from Newcastle when I introduced myself here - doesn't require explaning where I live!). Si.[/quote] Areet Si, Do you play in a band or owt?

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='140105' date='Feb 14 2008, 09:54 AM']Areet I'm just doon the road. Wellflield, innit? Welcome aboard.[/quote] In Monkseaton? WOW!

Hello guys & girls, I have made a few posts so I thought it would be rude not to introduce myself. Here goes: My name is Anth or James depending on who wants to know! I am new to bass playing as my main instrument is drums. I’m from a place called Whitley bay which is about 10 miles away from Newcastle upon Tyne & play drums in THE GASOLINE ALLSTARS. I have played on & off for a few years. The gear I have is: Fender Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass TRACE ELLIOT 122H combo 300 watt RMS combo featuring GP12X preamp. BFX708 - Bass Multi-Effect There we go..

[quote name='RichardH' post='140074' date='Feb 14 2008, 09:26 AM']Just a warning. The AGB140 ("Artcore") basses do NOT have any volume unplugged like a "proper" acoustic bass. They're just a semihollow electric. Very nice looking, but I tried one in a shop (thinking that it would do for unplugged practice), and all I could hear was string noise/clank (they were nasty new strings, mind). Lovely looking bass, but definitely NOT an acoustic bass. £185 is about the going rate for them on eBay IIRC. Here's a pic to remind people what we're talking about: So - "proper" acoutic basses. As you'll find if you read a few more threads, the majority (if not all) acoustic basses do not have the equivalent volume to an acoustic guitar, although they can get close. But if you're hoping to jam unplugged with a couple of acoustic guitars, you'll get swamped whatever bass you have. I MAY be selling my acoustic bass - a cheap (but good) Harley Benton. Full scale, 24 fret - big body so decent unplugged sound. Reasonable preamp for playing plugged in. I have replaced the nut with a bone one (which made a big difference to the sound) and it is set up really nicely. Would come with a gigbag and fresh strings. I'll PM you with more info.[/quote] Ok mate, Thanks very much. I'll get back to you.. Regards, Anth.

Cheers for the link & info on the bass, I think I'll give it a few more days before making my mind as I'm not in a hurry to get an acoustic bass. The Ibanez AGB140 seems to get mixed reviews & The neck being too long thing is putting me off a bit as getting acoustic strings maybe difficult.

[quote name='paul, the' post='140003' date='Feb 14 2008, 12:48 AM']A hard case can come very much in handy just in case you want to take it anywhere on its own to play unplugged. I probably wouldn't buy an acoustic without one because a good fitting case can be hard to find due to the various shaped. Also their bulky/fragile nature welcomes a case just in case you need it safely out of the way at any point. Plus the fact that if you wanted to sell it online, there's relief in the fact of a safer courier journey. Many of these things might be irrelevant to a pro, but if you just want to go down the beach for an acoustic jam, a good case can come in handy.[/quote] I have priced the case for them & they are about £65 So that would take the bass & case up to around £300 so £180 is starting to sound a bit better, Not as good as £150 though! Thanks for the advice..

Yes I agree, it is a bit much considering what you could get. The only good thing about it is that it is near me. I suppose I could sell the hardcase to get some money back. Could you recommend anything for around £200 & do you think second hand would be a better choice? Cheers mate.

Hello fellow bass players, I may have chance to get an acoustic bass & I am pretty new to bass playing so does anyone know anything about the Ibanez AGB140 semi acoustic. I have read a few reviews but wondered if anyone out there had one & could give an honest opinion of what it is like to play & how well made they are. I am looking for an acoustic to keep handy around the house. The chap selling it wants £180 which I thought was a bit steep as you can get a new one for £235 but it does come with a hard case. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for the info so far, I have contacted the seller but there has been no reply yet which got me thinking about it hence the post on here. The tuners don't look like anything I have seen before on a fender.

Hello, this is my first post on here so greetings to you all. I am quite new to playing & not sure about a good guitar or a bad guitar. I have seen a bass on eBay & wondered if anyone could identify the year or where it was made as fender squire precision bass guitars don’t seem to have a light coloured fret board with a black body so I am presuming its an older model or that the neck & body don't match. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=230218679892&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=013"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...A:IT&ih=013[/url] ebay Item number: 230218679892 Thanks.