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[quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1457915719' post='3003056'] But does it sound like a Thunderbird? [/quote] Well, unfortunately for me, as I was testing out the bass, some selfish *ehem* people were having a volume war behind me that the headphones really had no chance of blocking out. Then, the batteries of the headphone amplifier gave up. I can however say that no, I don't believe the bass sounds exactly like a TBird. It does sound superb though.

[quote name='krispn' timestamp='1457570433' post='2999834'] I'm interested to hear how the triple p/up configuration in wired and how it sounds and what the controls do. I know it's a proto but it's quite the looker! [/quote] I spoke to Sheldon at length throughout the weekend about all things bass. I can tell you (and am excited and touched to find out) that the pickup switching is essentially my 'DV1' series modification that I posted a year ago. What's really interesting is that I further modified my AB1 about 4 months ago and brought it along yesterday to show Sheldon what I had changed. By coincidence both my AB1 and the DBird share the same configuration. So now they are, coils wired in parallel in each pickup then 'series only' configuration of the pickups : (except I have a PTone in series still) Neck and Middle Middle and Bridge Neck and Bridge All 3 Sounds great - but I would say that!

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1457508201' post='2999101'] Been honing my slap technique in preparation for the weekend.... [/quote] I've bought a new tin dustbin lid and some wooden spoons in preparation which my 2 1/2 yr old daughter will be playing throughout the afternoon.

[quote name='bassman7755' timestamp='1457502551' post='2999084'] This thread is kind of like an AA meeting where folks can confess their addiction without fear of ridicule [/quote] Which doesn't happen often on BC it seems!

[quote name='Bigwan' timestamp='1457508715' post='2999105'] You may have mentioned it before... [/quote] Ha ha!!! See how I anguish with the justification to make another gear related purchase? Beetlejuice! Beetlejuice! I just need to say it one more time!

I like surprising people by showing them that my 'bass cab' sounds great as a HiFi speaker when I play CD's through it. Then demonstrating how good it still sounds as the windows start rattling. Up goes the volume! Now, it wouldn't hurt to have another, right?

I'm embarrassingly rubbish with names at the worst of times and only slightly better when Ive had a good night sleep. I'd just like to take the time to say sorry if I can't remember your names when I say hullo. I'll have the trusty BC lanyard on; it'll be cool to meet some BCers!

[quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1457130008' post='2995773'] or singer uses ear plugs, which means he's always asking us to turn up the monitors so he can hear himself, I always smile, sort of defeats the object of ear plugs I would have thought, IEM is another thread btw [/quote] I sing with ear plugs but my trick is not to put vocals in the monitor. Why? Well, I have moulded plugs and a set of different filters. -25dB and -15dB seem to be the ones I use most. You know when you have earplugs in, you can hear your voice inside clearly? I use that to my advantage by choosing which filter helps make the ambient volume similar to my 'inside head' volume. My band mates noticed a vast improvement in my pitching! Another bonus is that I pitch harmonies to the guitar and bass notes and not be thrown by other singing. cool eh!

I bet if you ask Dan & co they'd make you a custom one!

Beyer DT770 tracking cans for... Well, tracking, but also sound really nice for enjoying music too. I also have a really nice set of 1964Ears V8's that are sublime for everything from music for pleasure and of course, IEM duty as well as tracking. I like them both because they block out noise and also don't bleed my noise. It's a win-win for the household ha ha!

I've gone straight for the tweaking! I've already owned a good few of TC's other compressors including the Triple C, C300 and Nova Dynamics, so I couldn't wait to see if the SC could match those three - which are all triple-band comps too. I also own the HyperGravity which is great too and have saved a few patches on it already. There's so much flexibility, I've even managed to get the HG to act like a compressor AND EQ for some great 'valve amp' feel. Coupling it to a drive that remains tight in the lows and doesn't sound flubby is going to be a great match. I will try out the downloadable TonePrints too soon and will report back!

[quote name='No. 8 Wire' timestamp='1457290833' post='2997085'] I have that setup, spectracomp into a vmt deluxe, although I've only just got the spectracomp so haven't played with it much yet. This thread has reminded me I need to have a look at it some more. What I have found is the spectracomp has transformed my line 6 xt live. The compressor models are rubbish in that unit, the little tc pedal lights it up now though. [/quote] The SpectraComp is amazing - the default setting is good, but getting the TonePrint editor on it is - well, there's no bass pedal on the market to touch it's editability ... is that even a word??? Thanks though, I think I need to try that pairing out!

Thank you for all the responses so far, this is great to hear. I think I'm likely to go for either a Vintage or Vintage Deluxe and use the TC SpectraComp Bass Compressor with it. Just trying to decide which to go for!!

[quote name='Alien' timestamp='1457213118' post='2996485'] Daisy Chaining your Darkglasses! Why would you want to hook up several pairs of shades???? ;p A [/quote] Well, It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark and we're wearing sunglasses ..

[quote name='Alien' timestamp='1457213118' post='2996485'] Daisy Chaining your Darkglasses! Why would you want to hook up several pairs of shades???? ;p A [/quote] Well, When I wake up in the morning, love And the sunlight hurts my eyes And something without warning, love Bears heavy on my mind

[quote name='Alien' timestamp='1457213118' post='2996485'] Daisy Chaining your Darkglasses! Why would you want to hook up several pairs of shades???? ;p A [/quote] Well, When you get up in the morning and the light is hurt your head The first thing you do when you get up out of bed Is hit that street a-runnin' and try to meet the masses And go get yourself some cheap sunglasses Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah

Does anyone have more than one DarkGlass pedal and use them running one in to another? Especially looking at a pair of Vintage pedals or say a BxK and a Vintage. Also, if you have a boost pedal such as a compressor or eq before it, I'd like to hear what the increased gain settings sound like. Anyone seen any video demos? Better still, Douglas, can I borrow a few pedals to test the theory myself?? Cheers all,

Moulded plugs every time especially those such as the ACS above that use the ET type filters (ET being Etymotic Research the company who make the actual filters and process the moulds) When you go to have the ear impressions taken so that the plug fits your ear properly, the audiologist / technician may ask if you'll be using the plugs whilst singing and will ensure that the impression is taken to suit.

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1457078118' post='2995005'] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/205633-in-ear-monitors-help-needed/"]http://basschat.co.u...rs-help-needed/[/url] [/quote] This thread should be pinned!

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1456934772' post='2993757'] If only they were wide enough not to have each end hanging over! [/quote] That's very true..will just have to try out the Barefaced 6x10 / 8x10 then!!

Ooooh she's a beauty!! I have a Marshall Super Bass too. Mine's an interesting story hailing back to '68 / '69 and makes a very lovely sound too. I totally echo your comments about sound. Get it away from those classic sealed cabinet 4x12's and through a Barefaced Big Twin II, it sounds clear and articulate.