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    EBS Rig Not Upto Volume

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses
    Updated info as I made a few rubbish mistakes

    Thanks for the reply

     

    My past experience is that the character switch / drive  dial makes a subtle but notable difference...I should have filmed the original problem but I'll explain more

     

    Before it went in for a service when I plugged it in I got no output at but when I pressed the character switch a few times and jiggled the drive dial it would would suddenly burst into life .....

     

    That's appears to be solved now but the output is not what it should be compared to what I am used to ....

     

    I'll have to sit tommorow and try all the send and receive configs 

     

    Pre amp / no pre amp makes no difference to the output bit the EQ defo works

     

    As the 4x10 cab is alive, I hope I am safe to assume that's not the issue 

     

    Cheers 

     

    Ben 

    EBS Rig Not Upto Volume

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    17 minutes ago, warwickhunt said:

    Yep, there's something wrong there!  

     

    Test your basses, cab and ALL cables with another amp to eliminate that variable.  I'd also try and bypass the pre and try another preamp into the return AND try the preamp out into another power section.  Then you can start to narrow it down.  I'd also ask the guy who serviced it too either refund you or show you the amp working correctly.

    My active basses are louder for sure, I've not played the rig for a while as I have a small EBS combo but when I booted her up after 6 months I knew something was a miss , hence why I took the head to fully serviced ..( I can supply the company's name but I don't like naming and shaming plus it might yet be unrelated to the head )

     

    Used known working leads and also ordered a new speakon cable as I didn't have a spare to rule that out...tried all speakon connectors on the head and cab, doesn't make no difference..the high frequency dial on the back of the cab does it job .. 

     

    My gut feeling is the Character dial ...one of the main reasons it went to be service is it would make no difference until it got to 1pm so assumed ,along with low output all the pot tracks needed a damn good valet , that appears to be okay now but still a low output 

     

    But I have literally no idea about electrics , how they are wired and of there's a dependency/chain on certain settings 

     

    I am near Leeds if anyone knows a reliable tech let me know...

     

    Cheers Ben 

    EBS Rig Not Upto Volume

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    Hiya 

     

    So I recently had my Father 1 head serviced as I me mentioned the output is really low and the XLR connector is broken 

     

    It was returned to me saying there was nothing wrong with it ..and the XLR socket is still broken the top clip that holds the cable in broke off a while ago back. They didn't spot that 

     

    I've bought a brand new speakon cable and it still has limited volume.. The EQ and compressor still do theor  job but where's the Volume ?..it's hard to film as it does seem to get louder ...with a passive bass at 12 o'clock it should be chucking out a hell ofa noise ..at full max gain  , max Volume n the dials  should break to the windows ..it barely clips at 12 oclock 

     

    Is this a fault valve ??

     

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/8qq6zFRiAWJLDLiq6i 

     

    I know the videos displays a difference but at four  inches from the cones at fully max volume max gain it used to wake the other streets neighbours up yet it barely phased a smartphone mic 

     

    I've fitted a new speakon cable today and with my active basses it makes no difference

     

    Apologies for the rubbish video 

    Luthier Crafts - Any Experience ?

    in eBay - Weird and Wonderful

    Posted

    I am feeling like I want to start another bitsa bass build and was looking through here and ebay for inspiration and I came across a Ebay shop called Luthier Craft ( https://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/luthier-crafts?_trksid=p2047675.m3561.l2559_). Looks on the surface to be a good buy, with the understanding there is some finishing work and the like to do.

     

    Anyone had any experiences with this company? 

     

    This (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/294935331996?hash=item44ab84049c:g:cf4AAOSwo1hiXthV) looks pretty nice  :)

     

    Cheers

     

    Ben

    1983 MIJ Fender Squier Precision Bass

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    I'm crossing my fingers that this will be about in a few weeks ..Been wanting to get a P Bass as I have never owned one and fancied giving them a blast .

     

    It's very local as well (holla from Cleckheaton).......did you ever fit the new hardware and pots ...?

     

    The marks are not a concern to me ...what is the condition of the neck ..any dings to be aware of ? And what is the actual neck like ...? Is it a really wide affair or something in-between I am use the Jazz C shaped necks 

     

    Excuse my ignorance on the subject ...

     

    Many thanks

     

    Ben 

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    Shuker Jazz Ziricote 5-String £1500

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    That is another fine example of Jon's work and one I believe is featured on his website...I nearly went for Ziricote on one my mine by finally settled on Amburya Burl ...

    Can't be tempted unfortunately as Jon is currently making me a PJ which is due sometime in 2022..!!!! He is extremely busy ATM anyone wanting a Shuker bass will NOT be disappointed

    GLWTS

     

     

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    SOLD * FS/FT Sire V7 4 string, white - first gen signed by Marcus Miller - price drop £250

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    The Signatire doesn't overly bother me I assumed it was some PR stunt but it's a great price so if you DM postage details we may be taking soon 🙂 i have a J Retro at home so interesting to see how it compares ..o installed in my squire and changed it back to passive as I preferred the tone ..odd I know 

    I already have a Super Jazz (GB IV) and a custom Shuker but this is an interesting part of market for quality Vs quantity...I've been really happy my Squire 70s style Jazz bitsa bass and it's been the most played of the trio over the past few months..again ..odd...

    https://photos.app.goo.gl/vdkg7VDQEvANhezQ6

     

    SOLD * FS/FT Sire V7 4 string, white - first gen signed by Marcus Miller - price drop £250

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    Really good price for what looks like  superb example , I've never tried a Sire but I have read and seen good things about them.

    Wondering how much postage would be compared to fuel and time since I live near Leeds...?

    Do you know anything about the authenticity of the MM signature ?

    How do they compared to a Squire 70s Modified Jazz ?

    Sold - EBS Proline 2000 410

    in Amps and Cabs For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    Had mine over 15 years , still never found a reason to upgrade or change ...

    This is a bargain and a lot better nick than mine which the Cats have had pleasure using as a cat scratcher over the years

    I am nearly tempted myself as a backup but would to invent somewhere to put it unless I make a 8x10 stack 😂 which would be impressive but wouldn't get used ...

     

    GLWTS

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    Shuker Series II 5 string Now Sold

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted

    On 14/04/2021 at 11:25, Risk101 said:

    Shuker makes seriously good basses. My Series 2 is my “go to” bass for reliability, ease of playing, and recording quality. This one looks fab and I reckon would cost more than twice this price to spec new.
    GLWTS

    Probably nearer 3 times the price at Jon's going rate and not to mention the long lead time 

    Shuker Series II 5 string Now Sold

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    And I still keep staring at it even after a week of daily sneak peaks ..so tempting I am surprised it's still here I am currently trying to find piggy banks to raid as I am meant to be redoing my kitchen !!!! 😂

     @deepbass5 Damn you , you don't fancy a day trip to Birmingham by any chance? That's at least 1/2 there from Leeds 

    Would make a nice addition

     

     

     

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    (SOLD) ZON SONUS SPECIAL 4

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    Yum 😋 , I've always wanted one of these after playing one at the Bass Centre 

    If only I wasn't about to pay £££'s to the solicitors for moving house on Monday

    These (as mentioned) seldom come up in the market 

    Also looks a very well kept example ...GLWTS

    I'd wager that any pain caused by Brexit additions would quickly fade once delivered and plugged in ....😊

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    EBS 4x10 Proline - Refinish/Recarpet

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted · Edited by ZenBasses

    So I am in tbe process of moving home and after packing up all my gear it has just come to my attention that 1 or both of our cats have been getting behind my EBS cab and using it as a cat scratcher , 

    Cheeky little swine's  (still adore them though) did it out of sight ....we are down to bare wood in places and the back has seen the bulk of the action.

    Cab was kept beneath a wall length desk so I didn't notice it until I dismantled and pulled everything out .

    How would one go about repairing /making good something like this ? 

    I am near Leeds , West Yorkshire as a reference if anyone has any local advice ... ☺️

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