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Massive thanks for the information so far. I probably should just confirm that I am hoping just to run one power supply for the time being with one eye to future development [s]Yes, I was hoping to go for the DC5 but for some reason I seem to think that it might not be small enough to fit of the new shape Nano. Am I wrong about that?[/s] EDIT Ignore that last part, what I should have said was that the DC5 was originally discounted because of what I assumed to be a lack of correct mA outputs for my pedals.

Right then, I was wondering if you kind people of the bass underworld might be able to help me out with what on the surface is a straight forward query but in reality is causing me some bother. I am in the market for a decent isolated (likely expensive) power supply. However, there are some specifications with this request. Firstly, I have recently gone down the route of a more modular Pedaltrain arrangement using 2 (or more) Nano's, therefore stipulation 1 is that it needs to fit under the new shape Nano board. In other words, it needs to be small. I am happy to raise the rubber feet of the board to accommodate a little extra height but the reality is that width and length need to be small. Next, I have a few mid - high current draw pedals (Timeline, POG2, BlueSky, Super Pulsar), therefore the power supply needs to meet these requirements (I am only really after a one plug option at this time). So after lots of online searching, one by one I have had to remove nearly all options leaving me with just the Strymon Ojai as a candidate. Before I take the plunge and buy one brand new, I was just wondering if I am missing anything really simple and overlooked something that could be a game changer. Any help on this would be great. Thanks to all.

I opted for the EHX Super Pulsar. It's amazing. The only termolo one person would ever need. With the exception of probably the Chase it's as fully loaded as the humble termolo could get. Only downside is large footprint.

Second the Planet Waves kit. Easy to construct and really sturdy.

[quote name='Norris' timestamp='1504012564' post='3362101'] As a temporary measure, try wrapping a strip of paper around the E string where it sits in the nut so it is nice and snug. if that improves it you know to get a new nut [/quote] Thanks for the advice. Well take care of that. In the meantime, here is the current state of affairs. Even if its not the nut that is causing the issue, its about time that I saw to sorting this out. Thanks again all

Excellent, thanks EBS_freak. I shall get the nut sorted ASAP and see how that works out.

Wow, this is all great advice so thank you very much. I will have to check out some of these recommendations later this evening but off the top of my head I was suspecting that the nut might have something to do with it. I have never actually got around to replacing the nut as I kind of assumed (perhaps erroneously) that the zero fret would negate the need for addressing the nut. However, I am happy to be be wrong on this. So as a general suggestion, is it wise to get the nut sorted out before doing anything else more drastic? Whilst I am at it, does anyone happen to know which string brands offer a complete 5 string set with the high C option? Up to now I have been mix 'n' matching a standard D'Addario 4 string set with an extra string for the C? Thanks again all.

Hi everyone, I was just wondering if anyone might be able to provide me with any thoughts on an issue that I have been experiencing with my bass. The bass in question is one of the older (more pretty) Sandberg JM California 5 strings. Specifically, I have it tuned in the high C format (e.g. E-A-D-G-C) All things considered, I absolutely bloody love this bass and see no reason why I would ever move it on. However, I have long noticed that the low E seems to be fractionally, albeit noticeably, quieter when compared to the other strings. The thing is that its quiet hard to actually describe exactly what I mean as its not a simple case of the overall volume that drops, but more that bell like presence and attack is slightly muted on the E string when compared to the others. I have tried various strings over the months but the issue is still present. In the past this has not really concerned me due to my playing style but I have recently started a new project that will require more use of the E string and I really want to be confident that it can offer the thunderous low notes that I am hearing in my head. I was just wondering if anyone has any similar experience or able to offer any advice? For example, would a compression pedal help in this? Thanks in advance for any help.

The neck is looking lovely.

[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1495978948' post='3307879'] I used to love that Jonas Hellborg book. You've got me wondering what happened to it... [/quote] No idea what happened to mine either. I am happy to rebuy the same book but just thought I would see if there are any more recent comprehensive alternatives. Happy for more recommendations if anyone has any. Cheers

Hi ladies and gents, Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on the best/highly recommended bass chord books out there on the market right now. Many years ago I had a copy of the Chords Bassics book by Jona Hellborg which I remember being (just) ok but just curious if there is a specific book that offers more. Thanks in advance

That bass is just stunning. I have been hankering for an exact spec bass for a long while now and having seen how amazing this looks has made me want one even more. Shuker website, here I come.