Dood

I knew someone who had a switch installed hidden under the dashboard that cut the power to the starter motor. Even 'hot wiring' wouldn't help.

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1505316206' post='3370992'] I use my Smoothhound without difficulty when performing. I only bought the G70 because of the mental deal Andertons have at the mo. I'm happy to be out of date on average latency times, and if I am then it makes even less of a difference to the OP. [/quote] I think that this almost needs a thread of it's own. "The best wireless systems for bass - including best latency figures". I'm also interested in the methods used to get those latency times down as which are the most resilient in a 'noisy' environment. I've tended to stay away from wireless systems for both of these reasons, but I could be swayed!

[quote name='Bill Fitzmaurice' timestamp='1505317356' post='3371003'] It's not an issue where bass amps or club size PA is concerned, nor for that matter with pro-touring sound, where the power amps typically run on 220v. [/quote] Hey Bill, Wasn't that what Alex said? Power amplifiers running at 110v is "a bigger issue" than those running at 220v. I guess it'd apply anywhere in the world - or have I missed another point being made?

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1505313140' post='3370956'] How many milliseconds later? [/quote] *test timed out* ha ha

I'm a great fan of lists! I'd love to see digital pedals and hardware measured - to see what the real world figures of all these devices are. I wonder if the manufacturer's figures fluctuate as much as those for amplifier 'ratings'. I'm sure I could set up a way of measuring latency right here. I might give that a go later on to see what I can come up with.

[quote name='Al Krow' timestamp='1505151478' post='3369859'] Ok that was a seriously impressive response! Are you sure you didn't previously work for Bell Pottinger? [/quote] I actually had to look up [font="helvetica, arial, sans-serif"][color="#282828"]Bell Pottinger. They seem like nice people and could probably benefit from having me on the team ha ha ha ha!!![/color][/font]

[quote name='Al Krow' timestamp='1505150373' post='3369840'] b ) (More seriously) that the mini version does everything that full sized version does but just takes up less up less real estate? [So if we are getting a new one we might as well get the "mini"?] [/quote] Oops sorry, missed this bit - No, get the big one simply because the smaller version doesn't have the +1, -1, -2 controls on top. There's no -2 knob by default. I rarely need the extra control - and, TonePrint is more than enough for my needs I still adore Sub n' Up.

[quote name='Al Krow' timestamp='1505150373' post='3369840'] Ok Dood, forgive me, but I can't resist asking you a very cheeky Q! Given just how amazing the TC Subn'ups are from your description and your kind reminder to all us BC'ers of this fact this at 10.30am this morning and perhaps a bit left field from where the discussion had been previously heading on the thread** [i]why [/i]at 3.30pm today were you selling yours?! Is it a) because now you've achieved octave perfection via Toneprint it has ceased to be any fun for you?, or b ) (More seriously) that the mini version does everything that full sized version does but just takes up less up less real estate? [So if we are getting a new one we might as well get the "mini"?] **we still haven't responded to abc's question about the cost of getting a bespoke design on a COG - the answer I think is on the COG website i.e. they will provide you with an online quote for that, depending on what you want done. [/quote] Mine is up for sale as I am a poor professional musician and I want to buy the MINI version of exactly the same pedal. I can't afford to own both as much as I'd like to - Yes, TC have just brought out a tiny version of the same pedal using exactly the same electronics (bar one knob). I've a small pedal board that I use for Dep gigs and 'fly dates' which I'll be able to make a bit smaller to fit in my gig bag.

[quote name='Al Krow' timestamp='1505126034' post='3369583'] [b]TC Toneprint[/b] That does sound like a nice best of both of worlds. However... [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]1. One of the other reasons besides a more natural octave tone (and reduced latency - which my old Boss PS-6 Harmonist was noticeably impacted by) for getting a dedicated analogue pedal, as opposed to using my Zoom B3n multi-fx, is that with any dedicated pedal it's pretty easy to change settings on the fly in a live situation, or even in terms of getting to grips with the tonal options in the first place.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]2. The TC Toneprint stuff has always intrigued me both on the sub'n'up and the Spectracomp. But my sense is that you need to be quite adept with computer software / IT skills to get into the detail of something like the editor software on Toneprint? So if you're not a dab hand at IT is the Toneprint stuff actually really easy to use?[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]3. e.g. how much time did you have to spend in terms of connecting up the pedal to the computer, loading and editing the software, unplugging and re-connecting to try out on your bass and amp; keeping the sound you had just managed to achieve in your head whilst going back to the computer and reconnecting everything to make further edits to refine the sound. [Repeat] Until you have got the tone you like. [/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]4. Now multiply that time by a factor of 2 to 4 for someone not familiar with Toneprint?[/font][/color] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#282828]I really like the sound of what you have managed to do for your 1 octave tone down as a preset, but are you then "stuck" with that one preset and e.g. can't have another preset that sounds great as full filter synth, without changing all the software settings again? Obviously that's a non starter when rehearsing or playing live, although you could make it work for recording.[/color][/font] [/quote] I hope you don't mind, I've numbered your points: 1. Treat Sub n' Up like a compact pedal. Once set up how you like you just sweep the controls to taste. It's just with this one you have 3 easy access pedal types, one of those being your own TonePrint. (Analogue style, Polyphonic and TonePrint). 2. Totally disagree. My daughter is 4 and can operate our smart TV and my iPad with ease. TonePrint would be no match for her lol! Of course I am making light of the subject matter, but really, it is very simple. You can't break it, and there's always the default programs to take you back to where you started. Very simple. 3. You don't need to keep disconnecting everything - changes happen instantly - so if you use the editor on a tablet, phone laptop or even desktop computer, you don't have to worry about forgetting stuff. Of course the latter device might be the most difficult if you aren't allowed to play with your bass gear at home lol. I do all of my tweaking next to my (rather cheap home made pedal board) with either my laptop or tablet. Hit save, and then when I've finished, pull the plug and the settings stay. 4. As above, leave it all plugged in and just tweak. Like you do with a new amp or bass. Turn the controls and see what happens. If it makes a good sound then it's good. Yes, it does help if you know how a compressor works in the case of the Spectacomp as it *can* be advanced if you want it too, but TonePrint I can see is designed to be simple to use and get great results. The Editor gives access to the parameters that tweaks also like. On the subject of the Cog - I've not replied as I've not tried one, but Tom is a very talented guy and I have no reason to think that this wouldn't be anything less than a brilliant device. His workmanship is excellent. Very, very good.

[quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1505127174' post='3369597'] There's enough about Lull out there...Seattle based, high end builder, array of well known players. To be honest, they were never really on my radar until I saw the Jeff Ament (Pearl Jam) Thunderbird model (JAXT4); I'd been playing Gibson Thunderbirds for about a decade, but the Lull just took the design, made it bigger and bettered it. I'm a big bloke - the JAX has a body size 15-20% bigger than a regular Thunderbird - so it just looks normal on me. It oozes quality and plays like a dream. I saw some photos of Steven Jay Wilson online and he was using the NRT (non-reverse Thunderbird) 5-string shown in the above. It's loosely based on the Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird, but again, the body is bigger. It was like someone threw a switch, so I put up the rest of my 'birds up for sale and put in an order. Buildwise it's pretty standard stuff. Mahogany body and (Plek'd/graphite reinforced) mahogany neck...I've asked for an ebony board, but you know, if it comes with a mahogany board it's not a deal-breaker, the JAXT4 is nice enough...it's just looks aesthetically different. Pickups are Lull originals, Hipshot machines. [/quote] Thank you, yup familiar with Lull, wasn't sure what 'made' this one if that makes sense. Lots of dollar, so hopefully matches the price tag.

[quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1505122402' post='3369561'] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Its a nice looking bass and I don't know much about Lull basses but not sure i'd pay that kind of money for what seems a standard looking bass.[/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]Are they that good ?[/size][/font][/color] [/quote] I'm intrigued too. What's the spec? Rare or exotic woods, or a complex construction? I'm not familiar with this model.

[quote name='Al Krow' timestamp='1503266150' post='3356871'] Modern digital pedals (e.g. TC sub'n'up) should track down to low F# [i]and indeed lower. [/i] Consensus on analogue pedals (which seem to score better on warmth / more natural octave tone and also reduced latency) is that they can comfortably get down to a low G, but will typically struggle lower than this. [/quote] I'm going to give Sub n' Up a thumbs up on both of these points. It does indeed track lower than any Octave pedal I've used whilst staying 'stable'. The Sub n' Up has different modes of operation out of the box including an Analogue emulation which is ace. Once again, where the pedal excels, like other TonePrint enabled models is getting your hands on the editor software (free). Within this pedal's parameters is the ability to adjust the EQ on each of the separate octaves (+1, -1, -2) along with the ability to even add Chorus and other cool effects. The reason I mention the EQ is that it is possible to warm up that octave tone; you'll get the best of both worlds. The Analogue sound everyone mentions [i]and [/i]the [i]ridiculously[/i] low tracking. My own preset I've created a 1 octave down tone, but I have scooped the sub frequencies off of the -1 output. This has given me a super tracking sound but it is tight, tight, tight! So punchy rather than dub-sub (which of course it can do in spades if I want).

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1464687948' post='3061364'] What's shocking is that these regional rates have pretty much stayed the same even since I first started playing. Even 'Minimum Wage' has managed to increase in comparison lol.. [/quote] #SadTruth Wow I was about to post this! Great minds think alike Dood!

[quote name='walshy' timestamp='1504905948' post='3368287'] More pics on Jons Facebook page. This is so bloody good, I mean really really good![b] I've ordered a twin brother now too in she'll pink[/b] [/quote] Made my evening Congratulations!!