Chiliwailer

[quote name='lowdown' timestamp='1489224718' post='3255263'] Elements is now up to version 9, I would have thought that during the upgrade that It would have given you the option to upgrade to the current version and not a 4 year old legacy version. [/quote] Now sorted. I needed to download the elicenser software and then get Elements 8 via a grace period download. Got there in the end and now have the beats I paid for ages ago! Cheers for your help, it steered me in the right direction

[quote name='lowdown' timestamp='1489224718' post='3255263'] Have you tried (after the original install) downloading and installing the Elements 7 update? https://www.steinberg.net/en/support/downloads/downloads_cubase_elements_7.html Elements is now up to version 9, I would have thought that during the upgrade that It would have given you the option to upgrade to the current version and not a 4 year old legacy version. It's possible that there is two VST folders installed, if so you will have to navigate to the second folder as well. That will be under options etc. [/quote] Cool, thank you, I'll try the update now. In my searches it looks like I may not have activated Elements 7, the online instructions aren't making sense right now, but I'll do the update and carry on from there. Cheers

[quote name='lowdown' timestamp='1489221469' post='3255229'] I thought Cubase Elements only had Groove Agent SE4? Sounds like you have installed Cubase A1 7 rather than Elements. Elements has the Drum software. I am not sure that A17 has? Have you tried the Steinberg set up videos? Well worth a look. [/quote] Thanks for the response and video. Couldn't see anything in the vid During the install, it mentioned that it would be installing Groove Agent One. When Cubase is open, the top bar says Cubase AI7, but the desktop icon and info that popped up during the reinstall says Cubase AI7 on the first folder and then Cubase Elements LE AI Elements 7 for Windows on the next folder., which is what was stated on the install. Man, I miss 8 tracks and real players

PROBLEM NOW SORTED. I've got Cubase AI 7 which was upgraded to Elements 7. I went to use Groove Agent One, for the first time, and have found that it's not available, just can't find it when Cubase is open. I've reinstalled Cubase after deleting all the C Drive files, but still nothing. I've tried accessing it via Devices / VST Instruments and also via right click / add instrument track. It's not there, even when clicking No VST Instrument. I'm a complete novice, any ideas or help is appreciated. Thanks.

[quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1488554446' post='3249998'] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/211966-just-bought-a-vintage-fake-now-refurbished/page__hl__skol303%20vintage%20guitar"][b]This guitar.[/b][/url] Acquired for £20 off Gumtree and turned out to be a mid-'70s Japanese-made 'lawsuit' copy. Bought from a student who was given it by a relative. Had been painted with white emulsion and drawn on with a sharpie pen when I received it. I'm no guitarist, but it plays great [/quote] Great link, nicely done

[quote name='Bobthedog' timestamp='1488550314' post='3249928'] Not a famous player but my Roscoe Century Signature was built specifically for NAMM 2014. Consequently it is (to me at least) a most stunning piece to look but also a player. [/quote] That's cool, I hear you. My Lull PJ4 was built for NAMM 15 and I get a kick out of the fact that it's written in the neck pocket. Little insignificant detail realty, but still fun all the same. And it's a keeper

That'd have to be my Martin Parlour from circa 1870, I even have the original hard case which is shaped like a coffin It was a gift from a friend who used to own Roka's in Denmark St. He took it on a p/x in the 90's and gave it to me 10 years ago after I fell in love with it. Not only does it sound very special, it's comfortable for me due to nerve damage. I'll never, ever, sell this one. It hangs above my chair at home. Edit - Shame about the later bridge, one day I'd love to get that put right. It has nylon strings back on it so that ugly one is no longer needed. [URL=http://s1381.photobucket.com/user/chiliwailer/media/IMG_2112_zpsgjbr62lb.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/ah227/chiliwailer/IMG_2112_zpsgjbr62lb.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

[quote name='King Tut' timestamp='1488532135' post='3249667'] Both good points thanks guys. I've got a replacement loom on its way from Kiogon . . . I'm not convinced vintage pots make a difference but if I check them closely and find a fault I'll know the pups are good. Otherwise a rewind is a great idea! [/quote] Good advice from Gary. It might also be the solder joint underneath the pickup, if that's flakey then the problem can be intermittent too and the new loom wouldn't show it up. Good luck.

If the pickups are at fault and you like them, a rewind would be best. A good winder can get them close to original, and having the original magnets would be a huge plus. Guys like Armstrong and Bare Knuckle could do it.

Excellent, and well played.

I still fancy a VM fretless P Bass for a bit of now and again fun, as fretless isn't really my thing. If one came up second hand near me for the right price I'd jump on it. Not sure if I want to spend full price though on a bass that won't stand up to my others. Yeah yeah, I know they are good, but not that good

I just had the pleasure of meeting Daryl, definitely a top bloke and someone I enjoyed meeting. I bought a Squier bass and Eden practice amp on behalf of a friend, Daryl very kindly delivered too. Deal with confidence folks, he was honest, friendly and very genuine.

I get the same thing with Jazz Basses, which is why I now always have one in the wardrobe for those moments when I want to play one. Don't fight it, the P will always win.

Does anyone know what the drums are like on the B1XON / B1ON? I've got an old B1 that I use when noodling on the couch with headphones. I'm not expecting great drums, but an upgrade from the B1 would be nice. Ta

How about treating yourself to a holiday in the States too? https://www.gbase.com/gear?minyear=1960&maxyear=1968&minprice=&maxprice=&near=&daysago=&q=Fender+Jazz+Bass

[quote name='Bridgehouse' timestamp='1487851000' post='3243491'] I need to play a lot of basses I think.. [/quote] Right you are. But to be fair, some players also need to actually own various basses sometimes to see how they get on with them once the initial honeymoon period has ended. Buying second hand, especially here, is a great way to experiment at home and then lock down what you want/need without loosing any cash.

Nice dilemma to have, and one to enjoy You've chosen two very different animals to pick from, but it sounds like your heart is in the vintage one. I've had a fair few 50-60's Fender basses, including Jazzes, and when they are special they really are special, but when they are average they are very disappointing. The prices are wild and value is questionable, so get one that looks, sounds and feels great and it's all good. I have a Mike Lull bass which is custom, and nearly bought a Lull Jazz Bass a while back, they are amazing instruments but IMO so far removed from the vintage vibe, which I feel about most custom or modern basses tbh.

Quick update as I just posted about these in another thread just now... I love them, very happy. They ended up on my P Bass as from the feel out of the packet I could tell they wouldn't be bright enough for the Music Man, glad I trusted my gut as they suit the P Bass and my finger style (other flats can make my tone too muddy). The tension is nice and low (45-100 guage), they didn't feel sticky and I was smiling from the first note. Sadly, I think my love affair with Thomastiks is now over, though I'll still keep Fender flats on my Jazz Bass, well for now anyway, cobalts could end up on there too at some point perhaps Anyway, I reckon they are well worth a try for those interested and not looking for a true old school vibe flatwound string.

As mentioned, there are low tension flats out there, LaBella market some an Thomastik are notoriously low tension, though very Marmite. Ernie Ball cobalt flats are low tension too. Problem is, some guys who use 45-105 rounds get the same gauge in flats when a lower gauge might be more suited. I like thinner flats anyway for a clearer tone, unless you want to seriously fill the room and move some air because fat flats are killer for that. I love Thomastiks and Fender 9050L light gauge flats --BUT-- the new Ernie Ball cobalt flatwound are my new faves and amazing strings - possibly even a flat to convert some folk. They are not as bright as rounds, but a great alternative to old school flats. I got the second lightest guage (45-100) as I heard them were low tension, they didn't disappoint.

[quote name='Funky Dunky' timestamp='1487603530' post='3241093'] That's a good idea, actually! You're Tim from PMT in Newcastle, aren't you? [/quote] Doh, busted ...now pick up the phone and put down that deposit....

[quote name='Funky Dunky' timestamp='1487583425' post='3240829'] Shame about the RRP, but I still have to have it. If I find a buyer for my Standard, it will be mine. [/quote] Any chance you could make the purchase on a 0% credit card and pay it off when your bass sells? Only saying that as I always believe we should jump on those basses that makes us tick, they can vary massivly even when they are the same make/model etc. Hope you manage to get it

Nice one Sam, always good to hear. I've felt the same about my P Bass for the past 2 years. I've had some killer P's over the years, but this is the only one that has felt truly 'mine'. And of course, flats as standard

I once had 2 Lull PJ4's, both ash body, maple neck and same P pickup, both made same month/year. They sounded very different to each other to my ear. So it can't ALL be in the fingers