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Challenge accepted 😂
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I just got one of these after a long wait. I sold my WAZA Air headphones because whilst they’re super neat and everything, the actual headphones themselves let the system down. I really wanted the same sort of tech but where I can use my preferred bass playing headphones, the Beyer DT770. Well, the GO is bang on. I plug it into my Backbeat so it’s like it isn’t there, the app is much better than the WAZA one and I was able to make a flat preset which sounds almost identical to my VB99 setup right away (copied the settings across, pretty much). Flat amp, small upper mid bump, limiter and a tiny bit of room reverb. The app is so much more logical and thanks to a tiny box that says ‘don’t show this screen again’ when you connect the device and open the app, it’s actually more seamless then the WAZA which you basically had to pair with the app each time you opened it. I’ll spend more time with it later this week but I’m pretty confident that I will be able to get exactly the same clean sound I get with my home setup, which will be great - and I notice you can record out of it via USB, too. Excellent!
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Very kind indeed, thank you. PM incoming
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If anyone is looking for the actual most compact and decent stand in the world, check out the Ibanez PT32 It fits into a slim gig bag pocket. Really neat design, and very stable (still wouldn't use on stage)
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I know it's illogical but I can't get comfortable with the idea of hanging a bass by the neck!
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That looks brilliant 😍
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These are quite cool but I think I remember it saying they weren’t safe for nitro finishes
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I’ve tried some like that and quite like them generally I find they make the bass lean too far backwards and/or ones designed for holding acoustics have feet that are too wide and stick out
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Yeah it’s not something I’d take out, despite them saying it’ll slip into a gig bag, it’s quite heavy
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I know, but hear me out. On stage - a Hercules that grabs the neck and won’t fall over. No question. But at home, most stands are a bit ugly aren’t they. I saw this on FB and originally laughed - but then I bought one. I like the Danish design language and I buy most things advertised to me. https://openhagen.com/en-gb/collections/stands/products/nordic-fold-floor-stand it got me thinking about what other ridiculous stands there are out there, and I came across these. What’s that? No money for food this week? Well that’s because I bought a mini leather chair for my bass https://minimstudio.co/shop Does anyone else have some luxury stands to share? Im actually quite impressed with the Openhagen - it’s nicely made and won’t leave impressions on the carpet. It might be allowed to stay in the lounge.
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No problem, thanks for looking. I had a similar feeling when I was looking for the strap button I thought I had (couldn't find it). Never mind, tbh it's dead weight anyway isn't it?
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ped replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
The way I see it, it's already been modified so why not keep going and improve it? That's what I did with my 66 mustang which turned out to be one of the best bass decisions I ever made! -
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ped replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
I shouldn't think so (many early mods to cheaper basses like this are fairly poorly executed) - in any case it makes little difference if the strings are centred between the poles. Sometimes it can be because of pick guard shrinkage which pulls the pickup in one direction. For a fretless mod I'd probably put it near the bridge pickup and fill the gap with a ramp. -
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ped replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
Aye probably, more of an idle thought which made me realise that a Mustang would make a cool fretless, then realised that I don't think I've ever seen/heard one! I've always enjoyed the bass content in the upper register on Mustangs, so think that would translate to fretless really nicely. -
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ped replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
This could be fun. The neck pickup is a bit wonky, but that's easily sorted. If I wasn't skint I'db tempted to turn it into a fretless (has anyone done that to a Mustang/Musicmaster btw? I couldn't see anything on Youtube) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/376440384712 -
Very kind, thank you. Let me check if I have one and I’ll let you know and thanks for the measurements @briansbrew and for checking for the screw @ossyrocks !!
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Those are carbon strips that run though the neck to the pickups. Check out the Vigier 10/90 system. Fantastic bass ❤️ -
Ah thank you, so you happen to know the size? The pin looks the same as the other two. I think I have one somewhere.
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Here’s a question for you experts. My hootenanny button is missing. Should it be the same as the other strap buttons, and what sort of screw holds it in? It can’t be a normal screw as it’ll be too long, but a pickguard sized screw surely is too small to hold any weight (not that I’d actually use it?)
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Blimey chaps. I can’t imagine the difficulties you have faced but this really illustrates the importance of our hobby and the pleasure it can bring. For me, playing, talking about gear and buying stuff has always been an escape from far less pressing concerns. All the best to you both. I love that amp, beautiful looking thing. Enjoy
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My compressor (Spectracomp) sits under my board, always on. I put a Loknob on it to keep it locked in place https://www.daddario.com/products/accessories/loknob/loknob-standard/ Quite useful. Peacepoti also do locking knobs https://peacepoti.com Another useful pedalboard extra is a small reading light for dark stages
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Eich do various small combos. The really key thing is that they’re designed to lean back so that the speaker points at you. The difference is night and day, especially when you get a small one which would otherwise fire at your shoes. Not cheap, but fantastic sound. My 112 has replaced everything and I’m using it on small and big stages as a monitor.
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You can see all your attachments here mate https://www.basschat.co.uk/attachments/
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I rather like it when you’re arch. Tell me off about something else 🤪 -
Good idea! I might be able to find some BC funds to pay for such an attendance if we are able to agree on someone that fits, who wants to come anyway and doesn't need convincing with cash (which is how I ended up being a chippendale)
