Dood

Without wanting to stir the hornets nest, I'd first suggest trying different cabinets. Maybe the TH won't play ball with them because of their own short-comings. Speaking from experience of MarkBass 10's, I'm afraid that I found the 2x10 cabinets lacking in punch and nasal! Really sorry, I know that's not what you want to hear! Exceptional configurations I have tried with the TH500 include the Berg Cn212 that easily held it's own un-miked - a single Hartke 4.5XL and my current favourite and go to cabinet, the Big Twin II. My only disclaimer is that most amplifiers run out of steam eventually and if you are trying to get your amp to deliver more volume than the cabinets are actually capable of outputting (Sensitivity and SPL), then yes you will lack punch. Get more sensitive cabinets or add more speakers, because a bigger amplifier (say going from 500 watts to 800 watts) will actually only add a few decibels to your overall volume.

Massive thumbs up for the Zoom recorders. I've used the Q3HD, the Q4 and now Q8. The key thing for me is that they record in stereo and the audio is pristine, even standing next to a wall of Marshalls, unlike most which just distort and have mono 'congested' audio. Sure, these machines won't stand up to the top notch pro recording gear, but for the money you're getting some really useable recordings. Oh and a side 'plus' of having a Zoom recorder or video recorder is that the stereo audio feed is always live out of it's headphone jack (if you want) - in short tests I've found that the audio makes a really good ambient feed for IEMs too! I've not tried gigging the theory yet, but if you have a Zoom, then it could save a bit of hassle when wanting a bit of ambient audio in you ear mix!

[quote name='molan' timestamp='1473629051' post='3131876'] I seem to remember that there was an instruction somewhere that said you had to be careful with the dip switches on these. If you operate both at the same time it can cause a major malfunction which usually results in a squealy sort of noise [/quote] That sounds very familiar actually yes!

I've had whining/squealing from 'poor' SMPS power supplies and on occasion from having to borrow a naff guitar lead. So I'd start with both of those. Yes, try a pair of decent 9v batteries then also a really decent set of cables. Of course, naturally I expect you've tested a different bass and amp too.

[quote name='ikay' timestamp='1473620743' post='3131741'] Mmm, thanks for that Dood. To my mind that's really a 3 piece neck as far as any meaningful contribution to stiffness and minimizing dead spots etc is concerned (as the Dingwall blurb says). I'm not disputing the quality of the necks, but they make a point about the significance of a 5 laminate construction which is perhaps a little misleading. I still want one though! [/quote] Having just had a closer look at both, there's 5 slices down at the heel end too! So near the nut you won't see it due to the taper, but on the headstock and body end there definitely is 5 pieces!

I've reviewed the 304 and on eof my students has one too. Gotta say, for the money, it's a great bass. I expect the 5 to be more of the same, though I haven't tried one.

[quote name='visog' timestamp='1473613181' post='3131659'] Oh no... another manufacturer that obsesses with marketing to math-metal bassists like Dingwall and Warwick... [/quote] Dingwall have just one model, a signature model that is played by an artist who amongst other styles of music that he works with also plays in a tech metal band. There's no marketing by Dingwall that has ever said that the brand is specifically for metallers. So obsessing? The instrument works well in drop tuning environments and there are plenty of bands that do drop tune too. Some even play metal.

The headstock is wider than the neck width. The other two parts make up that. I can see the five on my Combustion as the headstocks are bigger than the AB. It's definitely there on both even if you just see the tip of another piece of wood though!

[quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1473587344' post='3131333'] after a weekend soul searching I've reached the conclusion that spending the best part of a £1000 on a bass that I would have no idea what it sounded like is something I can't do, I've tended to buy second hand in the past which means you stand a fair chance of getting most of your money back if you don't like it, the chances of picking up Marusczcyk second hand anywhere near the spec I'd want is pretty much zero, but I'll keep my eye out [/quote] As an alternative, why not see someone closer to you, in person and try out their stock? Don;t get me wrong, Adrian is a very talented luthier and I see no reason why his instruments wouldn't be any less than the comments made on BC. However, you're actually not that far away from Shuker HQ. http://www.shukerguitars.co.uk You could pop to see Jon Shuker at your convenience, try any basses he has in stock and discuss with the physical instruments on your lap. To me, the added trouble of jumping in the motor and heading up is completely balanced by knowing that you will get exactly what you want in a custom build. Shuker is of course highly regarded in the luthier world for his attention to detail and knowledge of instrument tone!

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1473195993' post='3127978'] I play to an audience of ~160k every month. No band, just me on my own. I never start or finish a song and I spend more time talking about what I am playing. It's a pretty big gig though! [/quote] [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1473245217' post='3128259'] {snip} Just read your other post - I was in the band doing for an awards ceremony doing the stings for the walk-ons. So I was playing about 20 seconds of a song at most! [/quote] That's ace actually. At least if there were songs you didn't like, you'd only have to endure 20 seconds!

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1473245217' post='3128259'] And it was in the back garden if I recall? [/quote] Yes! That's right. I was on Come Dine With Me when it was on prime time TV. Crazy high ratings; every few months I'd get random messages saying "I've just seen you on TV again!" Ha! In a strange twist of fate I'm playing with the same drummer again for his latest band next month!

[quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1473094382' post='3126886'] Don't particularly want to rain on anyone's parade, but I'd actually be interested to know the names of some of the bands you guys were playing in rather than, 'Oh, I played here, here and here.' [/quote] I play to an audience of ~160k every month. No band, just me on my own. I never start or finish a song and I spend more time talking about what I am playing. It's a pretty big gig though!

[quote name='blisters on my fingers' timestamp='1473195627' post='3127975'] Been listening to the playlist for an hour or so while reading Basschat great stuff thanks onlinedood then it struck me.... NO ADVERTS When did the adverts stop on Spotify ? [/quote] I've no idea, I've been using the premium version since day one!

[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1473193300' post='3127946'] Hang my head in shame Good job there was no money on it Thanks for doing that Fisheth, DON'T tell dood [/quote] I didn't see a thing

[quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1473187969' post='3127865'] already added shitloads but will throw a few more up for good measure ed - in the lead with 39 they are all extremley tasteful though [/quote] [quote name='miles'tone' timestamp='1473191399' post='3127917'] Wow this is brilliant!! I've added Fine Flow by The Entrance Band. Paz Lenchantin on bass. Can't wait to wade through the whole playlist. Plenty there I've never heard of before. [/quote] Loving the new tracks! Keep 'em coming

[quote name='Garth' timestamp='1473184854' post='3127817'] I knew it was a good idea joining here. I've learnt already Legends [/quote] BassChat is awesome in that respect yes, but I'm afraid that now you are here, G.A.S is inevitable. Your wallet is already taking a shimmy to the nearest darkened cupboard wincing at the thought of whats to come lol

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1473168507' post='3127592'] I created a Spotify playlist that is now 100's of songs long thanks to the collaborating of BCers. I'll get a link in my signature and here later! [/quote] I've added the playlist link to my signature now. Feel free to add the above songs if you haven't already!

I've added the link to my signature now which will open directly in Spotify.

[quote name='Chaos Daveo' timestamp='1473183836' post='3127805'] How many can we add ? [/quote] I don't think there's a limit, but don't just add a whole album - pick a couple of songs from each artist. That sounds fair right?

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1472550610' post='3121963'] Nice one dood on your 64 deal! [/quote] Thank you!!!!!!!!! I am very pleased to say that I've been invited on to the 64 Audio Artist Roster and of course I was only too happy to accept. I've been so pleased with the products and the customer service is amazing. I know I've said it before and I just want to say it again: Russ has been brilliant here on this thread. Knowledge and expertise which i know has been beneficial to basschatters. Russ helped me to 64 Audio and through testing a range of products I found the right one for me. Cheers Russ and also TonyF for pointing me towards the V8 I started with and now the A8 model that is getting lots of use!!

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1472804422' post='3124337'] Surely it's all in the fingers?!?!! [/quote] No and don't call me Shirley

Bump!!!

P.s you can still add your own songs to the playlist if you want. Really enjoy listening to this playlist too!

Found the thread! http://basschat.co.uk/topic/246416-spotify-best-bass-lines-evaaar-playlist-get-involved/page__fromsearch__1

I created a Spotify playlist that is now 100's of songs long thanks to the collaborating of BCers. I'll get a link in my signature and here later!