Jonse

Better tie that down else it'll float away!

Fabulous rig

Keeping things simple here for some rocky, post punk tunes. Shout-out to @Berserker for sending me the Sansamp so quickly! The FS-4 offers a great deal of flexibility and everything goes straight into the front of my ABM600. Underside and all the grizzly bits not looking too bad either. Everything's securely in place with a bit of give. I don't like it too tight with too much pressure on jacks etc. Cheers!

Yes, I'm going to head down tonight to give it a whirl.

Cheers mate, I think I'll head down to the practice room tomorrow and give the Barefaced 610 a blast. I'll let you know how I get on.

I've been thinking about the Ashdown ABM 610 available in the classifieds since it's a good price and not too far from me. I've been using a Barefaced Supertwin with my ABM600 and I can't help but feel it's a bit harsh sounding with the amount of drive that I use (maybe it's my EQ?) I also have a Barefaced 610 that I'm yet to try but I feel that something like the Ashdown 610 may suit me better since they're apparently a bit darker sounding. (Currently playing P bass with flats.)

The full sized TC spark might be what I'm looking for. I don't want to colour my ABM EQ too much but I do want some always-on grit. Can't go wrong at £49 new as well; bit cheaper than a new Sansamp!

What preamp pedals are people using with their ABMs? I've been using a Wren and Cuff Phat Phuk B for a bit of always-on dirt but I'm feeling the draw of a Sansamp again.

I'm debating whether to buy an ABM 1200 or is it that just madness 😅

The suggested settings from the ABM user manual. I quite like using the 'Rock' tone. Sounds good with my road worn precision and TI flats. This is one of those amps where I don't feel the need for a preamp. Magic.

Anybody else tempted to read this?

Road worn precision looking particularly battered at tonight's practice.

Not my bass but looks good to me! Road worn necks are ace.

Try a green russian of some sort, there's loads out there. A totally different flavour despite the bass big muff being based on it. This was the cheapest I could find at a glance (no affiliation) and they sound huge. IMO much bigger and thicker than the bass big muff. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Electro-Harmonix-Green-Russian-Big-Muff-Good-Condition-/373761665694?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

Did he say anything about the Evo V? I've been thinking about emailing them about that.

I have the same model, haven't noticed any issues over the last 3/4 years I've had it. Weird.

Same. I inherited a golf mk4. While it's not the biggest car around it does have ample room inside. Barefaced supertwin, abm600 and pedalboard bag fit easily into the boot, bass on the backseat. Although it's 18 years old it's only got 50k on it. As long as the bodywork holds up (no rust yet) I can see myself driving this for the next 10 years.

@marleaux62that 54 looks great

Yeah, I've just been back through my inbox in an attempt to find the listing. It is indeed your pedal and it is silent, yes. I had an older wren and cuff phat phuk (not the one in the above picture) which thumped horribly as well. I couldn't stand it but they sound great. My current one (which I think it's the newer and more vibrant pink version) doesn't do that.

I've only used a five string (which I borrowed) once with it but it sounded fine. Again, I used the five string for about 10 minutes so not really long enough to make any real impression. For what it's worth it doesn't give up the ghost when used with an octave, it just gets bigger. Mine has an 'Owen Electronic' sticker on the inside so I must get round to messaging them to see if they worked any sonic wizardry. Maybe somebody just put that sticker inside but it really does sound fantastic 😉

Phat phuk B for a bit of always-on colour. Very light drive just for a bit of grit. BB Pre (in my opinion) is probably one of th most versatile drives out there, so this covers overdrive and distortion sounds. The super russian is a huge fuzz so that's a bit different. Valve drive from the ABM600 is good on its own but doubles as a booster if a different drive pedal is already on. I am going to change things up a bit today or tomorrow. Essentially: more drive = more good