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[quote name='solo4652' timestamp='1492775731' post='3283118'] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3]"law of [size=5][b]S[/b][/size]ymmetrically [b][size=5]O[/size][/b]pposed [b][size=5]D[/size][/b]evelopments"[/size][/font][/color] [/quote] Ha ha ha!!! I like that! It really is Sod's Law... and by coincidence I used to play in a relatively successful metal band called Sod's Law when I was on lead guitar duties!
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The TC Electronic SpectraComp must be one of the most advanced compressor pedals on the market today for us bass players but with only one knob it has got to be the simplest to operate. I'd highly recommend this one if you want simple. With a very easy to use app later on, you can also mimic the operation of all the well known compressors with this pedal and still have only one knob to worry about on stage.
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[quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1492711819' post='3282660'] Nice looking bass and very very light for a 5 stringer glwts [/quote] Thank you! It is indeed very light - I should also add that this bass has zero neck dive. None, nada. I posted a video ages ago demonstrating but I can't find it. I'll do another mebbe. Speaking of videos, I've added two that feature this bass so everyone can see it in action. [b]I am obviously looking for a quick sale and invite discussion via PM from anyone interested.[/b] [b]Every time I edit my post above, the videos disappear, which is really frustrating. So I am putting them in this post instead.[/b] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkzxSWhPsHo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJeE0b2rKHo&t=501s -
Actual weight [b]3.6Kg[/b] on scales. Contact (PM) for pictures via email.
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[font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][b][size=6]Now: £2200 [/size][/b][/font] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4][color=#584D4D][color=#333333](List £3159) - [i]Update[/i], I see that the list price has gone up and is now[size=5] [b]£3450[/b][/size] for a comparable model [size=5][i]and an 18 month waiting list.[/i][/size][/color][/color][/size][/font] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] [color=#584D4D][color=#000000]SPECIFICATIONS:[/color][/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Dingwall made in Canada FD3-A, MACH II 4 L pickups (3 x pickups [b]£220 option[/b]) - Upgraded to P-Tone in the neck position.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Controls, volume, [b]Glockenklang[/b] 3 band eq ([b]£320 option[/b]) , pickup selector: ( w/Active Bypass, true Passive)[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] 1. bridge pickup soloed. (in series)[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] 2. Bridge and middle in series with each other.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] 3. Neck (series) in parallel with bridge (series) similar to a PJ[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] 4. Neck (series) P-like without being a P clone 3 pickups [/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Dingwall USA strings[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Two piece Alder body*[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Ferrari Yellow[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Three piece select maple neck[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Bird's eye maple Fingerboard - satin finish, 34 - 37", Ivoroid side dots [b]£320 option - Luminlay[/b][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Banjo frets[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Novax® Fanned -Fret System™[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] 5 piece Maple neck[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Hipshot USA ultralight tuners (black) (Official not licensed type)[/font][/size] [font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Dual system Dunlop Strap Locks[/font] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Extra strap lock on rear of bass -[b] £45 option[/b][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Custom Dingwall Bridge (Black finish)[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] [b]Weight - 8lb 9oz/3.9kg[/b][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] Manufactured and made in Canada[/font][/size] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Bills force sale. A very sad day. Possibly the lightest most tuneful AB1 you are likely to play![/size][/font] [font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=4][/size][/font] [url="https://www.dropbox.com/s/0oham11isx3zp75/IMG_5939.jpg?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....G_5939.jpg?dl=0[/url] [url="https://www.dropbox.com/s/a6jvnznj314c0sq/IMG_5942.jpg?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....G_5942.jpg?dl=0[/url] [url="https://www.dropbox.com/s/ptyevnjsk05goto/IMG_5944.jpg?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....G_5944.jpg?dl=0[/url] [url="https://www.dropbox.com/s/gdozlwz4kzzhuht/IMG_5934.jpg?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....G_5934.jpg?dl=0[/url] [url="https://www.dropbox.com/s/y5dsm8hps7cg4qs/IMG_5938.jpg?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....G_5938.jpg?dl=0[/url] [font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]Slight ding, strap button moved and odd marks (above) photographed. Bank Transfer / Transferwise payment. Collection fine, or Insured Tracking through UPS to be paid for by buyer.[/font] [quote] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica-Light, Helvetica][size=3]Lightweight, easy to play, massive array of tones - this bass will take you to a new level of playability and tone. This Dingwall bass is hand made using properly seasoned, instrument grade alder that is highly resonant and light in weight. This bass features an upgraded bird's eye maple fingerboard and 3 band Glockenklang preamp with active/passive switching.[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica-Light, Helvetica][size=3]Time after time players are amazed at how easy and intuitive fan frets feel to play - most admit that it is actually easier and more natural. With the ABI Dingwall set out to create the ultimate passive bass. It's lightweight and perfectly balanced. On stage or in the studio, perfect tone is as simple as plugging in and playing.[/size][/font][/color][/quote] [size=5][b]Videos in a post below![/b][/size]
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[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1492087184' post='3277831'] I haven't tried them specifically... because I went and got one of these - [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/8-x-AA-1-5V-2A-Battery-Holder-Storage-Box-WITH-COVER-AND-ON-OFF-DC-jack-UK-/222012968972?hash=item33b101100c:g:6L0AAOSwhcJWHpSk"]http://www.ebay.co.u...L0AAOSwhcJWHpSk[/url] and 8 eneloop rechargeables. A lot cheaper. Note - I did resolder the cables to change the polarity to be pedal friendly - but you could use an adapter to do the same. Last ages - it's great. [/quote] Exactly what I did. I've only charged it twice and I bought it last year ha ha!!
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[quote name='Fisheth' timestamp='1492600770' post='3281502'] Just want to make a point about the Harris, it's got a rather Chunky neck, so if you're not a fan of that style of neck then I'd rule it out. It also depends on if you like West Ham or not [/quote] Point well made! Yes, it's thick front to back isn't it! Maybe not such a good choice... which would also rule out the Mike Dirnt too! Apologies, I wasn't thinking!
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[quote name='bassix' timestamp='1492600104' post='3281493'] Fender Nate Mendel is thinner, not sure about the 60's bit. [/quote] Yes a great pick and the first I thought of. This, the Steve Harris and the Mike Dirnt current models all have the slimmer 40mm nut which would be the one I'd go for. Not quite as small as the Jazz 38mm nut but still wide enough to feel like a P. Nate's signature model is crafted on his own favourite 70's P bass. I forget the year, possibly '71.
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I've still not made it all the way from sunny Nawwwwfulk to Bass Direct yet, so my purchases have been over the 'phone. Now, of course, due to my job I am in a fairly good position to know what it is I am after, but even so, Mark always has time to discuss to make sure the purchase is right for me. On one occasion (or possibly more actually) we talked about kit that would be a suitable alternative and I appreciated the strong case for both choices from Mark which helped me further with my decision. Every single time the item has arrived exactly when they stated and that's pretty much next day delivery if it wasn't a Friday order. I've also received some great second hand deals too with the same attention to detail. Both of my Dingwall basses arrived new from Bass Direct as well as various Bergantino items, the B|Amp being a favourite.
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[quote name='Jack' timestamp='1492537683' post='3281067'] Thought as much. I'm looking at moving to a pedal board centred around the GK as my rig and then a FR800 for the odd time I need backline. Would be really curious to see how it works out for you. [/quote] Yes, i'm certainly curious and as soon as annoying bills stop appearing just at the wrong time, I will be taking the plunge!
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[quote name='Jack' timestamp='1492537302' post='3281060'] I have been doing a lot of research into the GK Plex. The 1/4" on that is balanced and really hot for driving their powered cabinets. Might be worth a look? Is this for a FR800? [/quote] Thank you! And, yes, for the FR800!
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Am I the only one who read the spec' but heard Adrian's softly spoken voice? "And this is the sound.." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCQRvvRP3y0 Lovely basses, I reviewed a fan fret model recently and really liked it.
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[quote name='AdamWoodBass' timestamp='1492514740' post='3280805'] You were right with G Major though (or E minor)..... unless of course you were eluding to the fact that there were 5 sharps in total in the original post in which case I say well played sir, excellent wit! [/quote] Yes, indeed I started with the one sharp then went for the five. Shame it wasn't C Major we were talking about as relatively speaking it would have been... wait for it... [i] A Minor[/i] error...
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[quote name='dood' timestamp='1492511784' post='3280781'] but for pop and rock, I can't think of any in Cb right now! [/quote] Unless the song was originally played in C physically but on guitars dropped to Eb I suppose!
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Although I am sure there are better resources, this one does a good job of explaining! [url="http://musicnotation.org/tutorials/enharmonic-equivalents/"]http://musicnotation...ic-equivalents/[/url] Off the top of my head, I think Whitney Houston's 'I Wanna Dance With Somebody' is in C#, but for pop and rock, I can't think of any in Cb right now!
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I think it looks like a useful piece of kit in certain situations, though when I was offered a demo, the kit it was plugged in to seemed to have a problem thus I didn't get to hear what it was trying to fix. On the subject of fixing, you do have some nice kit behind you - I suspect you will be asked how you can't hear yourself! The Big Twin is a monstrous cabinet, so I don't think it's lack of volume that is causing a problem. The Earbox, although appearing like an appealing solution, I suspect you may be able to fix your problems without spending any more money and that will be through simply lifting your gear up that you have already and get it closer to your ear. I often angle my cabinet upward on stage (especially if it is a small space) and will never need to run anymore than my small amp I have. Depending on how you EQ too, lose some of your low end subs and boost the mid range too if you don't already. Maybe add a bit of bite at around 4Khz for pick attack. A simple trick is to turn the bass control down a bit but turn up the overall amp volume the same amount. I hope that helps!
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[quote name='Burrito' timestamp='1492505121' post='3280693'] I'm struggling to see the point of this thread, other than a bit of trolling. She's out there playing, giving it a go. C'mon Basschat, we're better than that! [/quote] It takes balls to put yourself out there, especially in a sea of frankly horrible people commenting on YouTube, so I commend her for uploading a play through. I've always turned commenting off on my own videos. A stronger person than I in that case!
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[quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1492504511' post='3280684'] A lot of that might be to do with the pickup, which you can 'pick up' separately... But I suspect a lot of it is also to do with that beefy neck. I had a classic 50s for a while and it had something special about it, best sounding P I've ever tried, but found the combo of wide neck / small radius / sharp board edges uncomfortable to play. [/quote] I agree with regard to the pickup, but even acoustically the SH had a clearer bell-like tone to it with a girth to the note. Not 'more bass', but more note definition in the lows. Possibly down to the maple neck and maple body combination rather than the rosewood fretboard/ash combo of the Nate. The neck is a much better finish on the SH too. Interestingly, I did spot the Scott Devine discussion about comparing his new Moollon to the Nate Mendel bass. The SH I demo'd matched his description of the Moollon in comparison to the Nate. Thing is, I'm not bashing the Nate as it is still a very good bass. Just different and less 'my thing', if that makes sense!
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Those basses are really nice. It was a shame that the one I tried out was the heaviest P bass I've ever picked up. Had it not have been, even with the logo, I'd have been hard purchased not to buy on 24 months interest free (the offer the short had at the time). I wish they'd finished the Nate Mendel neck as nicely as the Steve Harris model, but tonally the SH had the better sound.
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I always thought I was really late to the party when it came to Transferwise, so I never really mentioned it before. Surprised at how many people are still fighting with Paypal and excessive bank transfer charges when buying and selling in Europe. (Careful not to mention the B word and 'it can only get worse' etc etc)
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[quote name='AdamWoodBass' timestamp='1492473970' post='3280597'] Found this a lot funnier than I probably should have! [/quote] He he! Thank you, it's not often people laugh at my jokes!! Looking back though, I should have said B Major. But then, that's probably why people don't laugh at my jokes; watch me kill the punchline ha ha!!
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Fender Deacon-ification MkII. Late 70's - Mid 80's era.
Dood replied to Dood's topic in Build Diaries
Thank you! I should add that the neck is an official Fender product. I would most definitely have not even thought about asking Jon to make a Shuker with another name on the headstock. I had the piece already, along with all the parts. It sounds great, You know when you pick up an instrument which acoustically sounds alive? Yeah, that! He then did the magic with a tub full of kit and delivered this lovely bass! -
That's it internet! Take the rest of the day off, you've earned it! Solo', that's just brilliant The answer is a very reassuring yes, there is indeed a formula!
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Hi everyone, I'm just looking to find out if there is a Boss/Mxr sized pedal out there that can drive the signal from instrument level to line level with a master volume (and maybe a parallel out) to enable running a few effects straight in to an active cabinet? I know that SFX already has a design for something that would be perfect yet a little on the large size, but I was wondering what might be available on the second hand market, being as I am about to be wiped out by car bills. Options: Simple line booster with input, level, output and parallel out. Stereo version of above As above with three band EQ As above with separate levels for DI output and 1/4" output (Which is the SFX model, no EQ) Any thoughts? Of the 'preamp' pedals out there, which will definitely drive a power amp *properly*? (I know I'll have to look at input sensitivity on the active cabinet and output levels attainable from the pedal, but wondered if there were a device already out there that guaranteed an 'all encompassing' output level.)
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[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1492423994' post='3280064'] It's a million-to-one chance, so it's bound to happen. [/quote] Like the chances of anything coming from Mars! #WarOfTheWorldsThread #YesIJustHashTaggedInBasschat #CompletelyPointless #RandomlyRememberingVBScriptCoding #LooksLikeWeAreInGMajor
