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The markup must be tiny. In fact, I’d be surprised if there’s profit in them. The combos for instance, are £270ish exc. costs. 
Shopping around recently, I found out that Anderton’s selling a Fender Am Pro I P bass for £1399 was LESS than it cost a few smaller independents to buy from Fender!

Thanks to everyone for their volume-pot-experience. Mine does seem to have developed a fault and today it’s taken it a step further by cutting out completely on occasion. 
No stress though, the retailer have dragged their feet a bit, but it’ll get sorted. 
I’ve no doubt this is a random and isolated incident and I have no questions about sticking with the RM. 

15 minutes ago, BassAdder27 said:

Mine ( RM800 ) goes click 1 quiet for practice, click 2 loud practice at home, click 3 loud enough for band practice with guitar and drums ( rock ) click 4 very loud band with Marshall stack and hard hitting drummer. Click 5 onwards never needed 

Note for vol 1,2,3 I was using a single 210 cab, volume 4 both 210 cabs 

It’s a loud amp but I guess most of its volume is at around 5 and the rest is a small increase. 
My Orange Little Bass Thing 500w is similar I feel so it’s likely yours is faulty 

You could always speak to Dave Green at Ashdown U.K. as very helpful 

Thank you for that and you’re experience.

I’m trying the retailer first as it’s brand new, to get their impression. I don’t want to bother Ashdown if they can sort something. They may come back and say they’ve checked a few and they're all like that! 
 

5 minutes ago, gjones said:

The RM800, in my local rehearsal room, is at max volume by 12 (mid point) on the dial and there is no observable change in loudness after that. This is with the gain at max.

 

Of course, through constant use, all the wording has worn off the silver front of the amp, so I have no idea what any of the other buttons or switches do.

That’s what I generally expect from an amp. It’s usually the case. But, you usually get tens of variations between that max setting and nil output. Here, I’m at max at 8/9 o’clock. The only other setting available below that is quiet enough to talk over. 
Surely that’s not how they all are?

I hope not, because everything else about it is great. But, that’s not really useable for me. 
 

Edit, keeping volume at max and using the gain like a volume pot is a workaround. But, if logistics allow, I’m still going to return it and try another. Will see what the retailer makes of the volume dilemma.

I’ve just done a test video for MP with an SPL meter to show roughly what’s happening too. 

Mine goes click 1: zero output, click 2: very quiet (less than speaking volume), click 3; very, very close to full volume. Then from click 4 onwards it’s all max volume. 
 

This is the same at any gain setting, with EQ out and comp on or off. 
I get that the volume notches may not graduate exactly as expected, but this is basically off > very low > max. 
 

4 minutes ago, Merton said:

I’m not sure it’s a problem, it’s just the design. The volume control on my RM800 is very similar - too quiet then all the noise ever. If I compare the setting I have used on that head (1.5) with that on my new Glockenklang for the same volume output (5.5), I’d be convinced the Glock is underpowered for its rating. But they use different types of taper and the Ashdown feels to me much like the old Trace heads where all the volume came in by the time you got to 4, and after that you got nothing more. The Glock in comparison keeps getting louder all the way to 10.

That’s interesting. But surely not a great design that there’s no useable settings in the middle. 
I’d say 9 o’clock to max is pretty much the same. Anything below that is too quiet to be of any use. 
And, yeah. I actually really liked that with the Glock. It’s unusual today, but you legitimately knew how much power you had left in the bank. 

5 hours ago, Bobo_08 said:

Hey all,

             Browsing around internet whilst sitting on the throne.. as one does, I happened across this Ibanez bass on Anderson's secondhand section.

 

I know it's subjective.... But man it sure looks like an acquired taste to me.

 

 
They’re hideous, probably somewhat fragile too. Still, didn’t stop me trying to buy the pink one that was in the Gallery a couple years ago!

My combo turned up this morning, didn’t really know what to expect. It is a Gen 1 Evolution. I think I’m right in saying that there isn’t a 1x12 Evo II. It has the mirror faceplate and It doesn’t have a control for the tweeter. 
 

Unfortunately, I’m going to send it right back - if that is actually feesable with MP. 
The tone is fantastic, the build quality is impressive and it’s a very neat box. 
But, I think the volume pot may have an issue.
At first I couldn’t believe how loud it was at about 8 o’clock on the dial. But then found ‘Click’ 1 on the volume dial is too quiet for home use and click 2 is almost too loud. There’s no middle ground. From click 2 onwards the volume barely, and I mean barely, changes. So, it is too quiet OR too loud for home use but too quiet to gig. 

The comp and input gain don’t seem to change this effect too much at all, so I’m not convinced that all is well. 

I’ve initially asked MP if I can swap it for the 2x10 combo as the tone and build are great, but I’d a little more at max volume than this may offer. Which, was always likely but something I wanted to test. 
 

The low B sounds great, it’s much cleaner and punchier than I was expecting. The plastic window to the VU meter is poorly cut and fitted on this one but otherwise it’s a really cool combo. 
 

Dunno how much it’s going to cost to get it back to Germany, but hopefully we can sort something as despite the above, there’s definitely something cool in there. 
Shouldn’t have waited this long to try Ashdown! The core tone is spot on, I didn’t even need to switch the EQ in. 

Very nice set! I’m tempted by a Martin D13 at the moment. 

Sold elsewhere. Please remove 😊

Looks spot on! New scratch plate is a big improvement. 

On 07/09/2021 at 11:45, chris_b said:

Everything about musical instruments and playing them is an evolution. You think you have a "<name instrument here> for life" and then you find a better one or you turn a corner in your playing/technique and your world moves on.

 

Where ever your current bass sits in your world, there will always be a better one out there. That's an opportunity.

Yeah, interesting outlook, I agree it is an evolution. I guess that’s how some end up with 10+ basses.

 I’m about to shift my main bass of the last 3 years or so. It’s an utterly fantastic bass, and for cover band stuff I don’t think there’s anything better. Thankfully, I’m no longer in desperate need of a sub 7lb Jazz V. In fact, I’ll probably end up ‘downgrading’ considerably, to keep a Jazz V in the pack.

But, for where I am now, my Precision is the tool I need. Selling the Jazz allows me to buy an acoustic and get another project off the ground and free up some cash while I’m at it. 

Nice one! I used to have a Blue Sky. I didn’t even switch the EQ on most of the time. They absolutely reek of quality. 

Think it’s a situation where you could be happy at saving £200 now, but massively regret it and have an even bigger outlay down the line.

You’ll never regret having more power, but could having not enough!

I gigged the 102p cab and LM3 head, which was 300 watts at 8ohm for years. It was a really punchy and versatile setup those 2x10 cabs punch way above their weight!

I would say so, if as you say, you’re after headroom. 
You can add an additional speaker cab to both. But as is, the 250w version is only 150 watts at 8 ohm without an additional speaker cab. Which may be a little underpowered when playing with a band. Plus, with the 500 watt version, you have the ability to add another cab and have a 500w 4x10 setup. Which, if you want to future proof, would do most any gig. 
Good choice though, they’re great little amps and cabs!

**soon to be withdrawn**
This one’s about to get traded. 

The Pro I pickup seems to divide opinion! I have them on my 5 and really like them, nice and bright with the tone up, but easily tamed with the tone pot. 
 

I picked up a Pro 1 in black/maple. I really wanted that bright blue, but ended up with this one as it was the lightest I could find. The build and necks are superb!

@Osiris many thanks, great shout. Thinking about buying the L6 one and then going one of these routes for a backup. The Rockboard/1Spot could be a solid option. There will always be a use for it too if it is a standard size, plus adapter. 

9 minutes ago, SumOne said:

The Stomp has a current draw of less than 900mA

 

 

..... So I used a current doubler (not voltage doubler! ) cable running from two 500mA outputs of a normal power block (harley benton) and a  barrel size convertor. All worked fine and does away with the need to use the line 6 power supply. 

Interesting! I already have a Harley Benton PowerPlant ISO-1AC, which has 500mA outputs. Which cables and size converter do you use? Even as an option, that’s good to know. 

1 hour ago, krispn said:

That PSUbos a bit of a liability. They would have been better just doing a plug for each region rather than that clippy attachment stuff. 

Yeah, it’s a bit cheap. I know others hate the PSU, I’d always thought it to be fine and have done tons of gigs with it. 
Now I want to burn the thing!

1 hour ago, dave_bass5 said:

What about Amazon?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Supply-Replacement-DC-3G-ADAPTER/dp/B0843QVL8X/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=dc+9v+power+supply+line+6&qid=1630673510&sr=8-6

I hadn’t even checked. Have you tried one, is it safe to trust that it’s all sound and does put out the 3A it says it does? Thanks, I think I thought it L6 used an unusual sized barrel and that nobody would offer a 3rd party. 

58 minutes ago, Al Krow said:

 

Ouch!! Really sorry to hear that. Hopefully you managed to sort something out without breaking the flow too much?

One of the mods recently shared a tale of woe about his Stomp, too: "Re the Stomp, what a journey  …. Power supply issues, freezing up, tone suck. Maybe just coincidence, but I do not trust it anymore. Several crappy moments during gigs."

It's obviously a fantastic box of tricks and maybe suffers more wear and tear than other pedals as it gets so much use as an 'always on' pedal and by so many BC'ers. Maybe stories of breakdown are therefore statistically no worse than any other piece of kit. But equally I guess worth having a back up / plan B if you're using a Stomp for live work.

Yeah all was fine thanks, there’s plenty of backup options to get out of a jam. I’m surprised by how little Line 6 are interested though. 
Their service centre have just advised that the country adapters aren’t available separately. GAK only charge £25 for a new one, which is fine, but they won’t post to me. I’m reluctant to pay £50 for one though, which is what everyone else charges. 

6 minutes ago, Woodinblack said:

 

Doesn't seem unreasonable. £3 for shipping, £137 to get on the ferry...

To be honest, that is pretty much what the ferry costs if you’re not on foot! Annoying though, as GAK have always shipped here. It’s very rare that we have to pay extra.
 

Trades, I’m sorted amp wise for now. 
But still interested and open to trades for basses/guitars. 
A Fender JMJ, or Epiphone JC or similar will grab my attention. 
Otherwise, part ex could work with money coming my way on top of a Sire V7 5 or the like. 

My Stomp PSU crapped out mid set at a wedding last night. On inspection it seems that the issue is the 3 pin clip on part, as something is rattling around inside it. 
GAK sell the PSU for a reasonable price, but will only ship the to Isle of Wight orders of £140+. 
Line 6 were very unhelpful when contacted. 
Does anybody have the 3 pin bit they no longer use and would sell, or the whole DC3 PSU? Please PM me if you do!

1 hour ago, la bam said:

 

It would be the head that is the evo ii, so I'd imagine (but I'm not sure) an evo ii would be the same for a 12 as it would for the 210?

I’ll see what turns up! I’m not too worried either way, at that price. Looks like they may have discontinued the 112 combo, where’s the other seems more available and marketed more clearly as Evo II.