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I've not got a BDDI to compare, but there's this to check out on youtube: [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRHgXB2fWI4[/media]
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[quote name='Dubhghaill' timestamp='1345028485' post='1772457'] Not really sure about a budget. The Magma one is £500 + delivery + import duty so I'm guessing it would come in at about £700. I'd say I'd like to spend £300 but I would stretch to £400. As for Line6 stuff, I've got a PODxt with the bass add on and I don't really like it. It doesn't sound "alive", it sounds dull and lacks punch. I have POD Farm as well and it sounds the same. The BDDI and the M80 look like the kind of thing I want, but they seem to lack the fullness/saturation that I'm after. I'm only going by YouTube videos though, so I might be wrong. The M80 is definitely the closest so far though... [/quote] Sorry to hear it, but I have to say I can get waaaay better sounds out of Pod Farm than my M80 - It does need fettling with, yes - but I guess if you really want to spend £300 then maybe look at modelling plug ins instead of you have a decent interface? Start with Ampeg's SVX for decent amp sims for example. If it's also just for demo purposes, then I think the Line 6 stuff is quids in - you can spend the change on other toys
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In all seriousness though, is it pretty easy to get hold of the lightweight ply that the 'boutique cab' builders favour?
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http://line6.com/podstudioux2/podfarm.html Pod Farm software for the interfaces mentioned.
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If it's for just recording decent bass tones, then I would highly recommend the Line 6 GX, UX1 or UX2. The newer models (with the black front, not red) come up really cheap second hand and give you full access to essentially a recording interface and a line6 X3 in a small box when using the Pod Farm 2 software included. (Amplifier and cabinet sims, distortion pedals, choruses.. Too much to list!!) I've got a UX1.
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[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1344969381' post='1771848'] the single best bass chords book I've found is this one: [url="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Chord-Bassics-Compact-Reference-Library/dp/0825610583"]http://www.amazon.co...y/dp/0825610583[/url] By mucho respected player Jonas Hellborg. Really easy to follow diagrams and a logical layout. £3.83 on Amazon. If you don't find it useful I'll reimburse you! [/quote] 'ello again.. Mmmm nice cuppa... Anyway, YES! I have this book. It's brilliant and fits in a guitar case. Jonas once gave me a personal demo of his crazy bass rig and equally crazy bass chops. Nice chap lol!
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[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1344972066' post='1771918'] ooh, I see what you did there - very canny! I can see I shall have to keep my eye on you... [/quote] Whilst you were typing, your cuppa just went missing. Nomm!
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[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1344971799' post='1771908'] Is it still considered DIY if you're having one made? thought not [/pedantry] [/quote] heh heh, I guess not, but it draws the DIYers in to have a looksie!
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Hey! It is lined with the usually wading 'stuff' - seems quite ample in there too. I think I'll pop one of the drivers out at some point for a snout round to see what's what. On a bit of a tangent, I know the 410XL cabinet (standard weight 32Kg) uses the same drivers, so I was even tempted to clone that box and drop the 4.5 drivers in. but I think the 4.5XL has a deeper tone to it. I love the idea of rearranging the drivers to aid dispersion - that sounds like fun - The reason for keeping the same dimensions was to make fitting existing hardware, such as the grill straight on without having to customise or purchase new. Keeping costs down in the long run.
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I'm just floating an idea here. I love the sound of my Hartke 4.5XL cabinet. It does however weigh a ton in comparison to modern Neo kit. I was wondering on the viability of having someone make a clone cabinet out of say 15mm Poplar Ply (with additional bracing should it need it) then drop all the existing hardware, speakers and grill in to the new box. I feel sure that there would be a substantial weight saving, given the standard shell is made of 18mm birch ply. (lined with lead it seems). Standard cabinet weight 45kg. I could also replace the carpet covering with some of that paint of finish so my cat doesn't destroy the cabinet finish too! Thoughts?
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[quote name='krispn' timestamp='1344940202' post='1771308'] The TC does look to be quite the device and surely some of that tech crept into the RH heads spectra comp function? [/quote] Kinda - the spectral functions from the likes of the Triple C, C300 and C400 were ported over to the RH heads and Nova Dynamics pedal. So yes, they share similar algorithms . The RH compressor is bass specific whereas the Nova Dynamics offers you a bit more flexibility with input sources - but bass is does soooo well! (It's a triple band compressor, unlike the multicomp for example that is only dual band.)
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You must look at the TC Electronic Nova Dynamics. Sadly discontinued but would fit the bill perfectly. Its also a brillant triple band compressor as well as full band, boost, noisegate and a whole range of AB options due to clever configuration.
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on ebay now.http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290757339699?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_1566wt_1348 -
Boss RC-3 Stereo Looper pedal Guitar / Bass *money changed hands*
Dood replied to Dood's topic in Effects For Sale
ok, eBay auction starts friday. I will cancel the auction for a decent offer here. -
[attachment=115539:IMG_0241.JPG] [attachment=115540:IMG_0241.JPG] [color=#404040][font=Tahoma,][b] Excellent condition! Used but definitely not abused.Bit of velcro stick residue on the bottom but rubber intact. The smallest of scratches undetectable on my iPad camera.[/b] [b] ML-2: [color=#8B4669][size=4]Metal Core[/size][/color][/b][/font][/color] [color=#404040][font=Tahoma,][b] [b]Extreme Metal in a Compact Pedal[/b][/b] With its extreme gain, the ML-2 is the most potent and heavy distortion pedal ever created by BOSS. It easily delivers massive distortion and gain with heavy lows for playing Nu Metal, Grind Core, Industrial, Hard Core, or any genre that requires crushing sound. The ML-2’s ferocious and biting tone will complement and cut through any blast beats your rhythm section can create.[/font][/color][list] [*]Ultra-heavy distortion with sharp-edged attack for crushing metal riffs [*]LOW control for heavy, low frequency sound a la 7-string guitar or dropped tuning [*]HIGH control for screaming, metallic tone [*]Road-tough BOSS metal construction [/list] [b] [b]Extreme Metal in a Compact Pedal[/b][/b] Nominal Input Level -20 dBu Input Impedance 1 M ohm Nominal Output Level -20 dBu Output Impedance 1 k ohm Recommended Load Impedance 10 k ohms or greater Controls Pedal switch, LEVEL knob, LOW knob, HIGH knob, DIST knob Indicator CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator) Connectors INPUT jack, OUTPUT jack, AC adaptor jack (DC 9 V) Power Supply DC 9 V, Dry battery 6F22 (9 V) type (carbon), Dry battery 6LR61 (9 V) type (alkaline), AC Adaptor (PSA series: optional) Current Draw 36 mA (DC 9 V) Expected battery life under continuous use Carbon: 3 hours, Alkaline: 10 hours * These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. [b]Will be starting an eBay auction of FRIDAY so you have this week to put any offers in![/b] [b]Dooooood[/b] -
[quote name='3below' timestamp='1344810699' post='1769596'] Why the need for fans? Physics I am afraid. Only so much thermal energy removed by passive cooling in rack / micro head format. Forced convection much more efficient. [/quote] This. I feel sure that people will realise how important the fan is when it is not there! Small amplifier IC's are pretty small really and can get super hot very quickly. A heatsink bolted to it is only half the story. Passive cooling relies on getting the heat away from the components as quickly as possible. Something that is very difficult should the amplifier be inside a rack case with no throughput of air. An electric fan can create that movement of air necessary to take the heat away from the heatsink and thus cool the components.
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Boss RC-3 Stereo Looper pedal Guitar / Bass *money changed hands*
Dood replied to Dood's topic in Effects For Sale
EBaying this weekend. Will consider genuine offers and cheeky low balling -
Listing starts this evening at 8pm. Make me a suitable offer and I'll cancel the auction before then.
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[quote name='icastle' timestamp='1344552082' post='1766474'] [b][color=#ff0000]TOP SECRET[/color][/b] Dood, Whatever you do don't let on to charic that we made up that part of the initiation ceremony involving the radishes! He'll go bananas if he finds out. P.S. - Are you sure this button makes the message top secret...? [/quote] Bananas too? We weren't gonna mention those...
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[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1344550764' post='1766445'] I really hope so. [/quote] Me too...
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[quote name='charic' timestamp='1344537234' post='1766227'] The memories will haunt me forever... You weren't there maaaan, you weren't there... [/quote] You've not seen the footage go up on YouTube yet then?
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Well executed in the bass department, no doubt about that. The only thing I'd suggest is that unfortunately the backing track is really badly clipping throughout through my monitors. Pull the overall level back and work on the mastering and you'll be laughing. Drop D tuning yeah?
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[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1344439081' post='1764528'] Here's one for where ever Donny Osmond comes from. [/quote] flippin 'eck, that's windows mobile 2003.. didn't they take that outside and shoot it?
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Why is it when you turn your bass amp up to nosebleed...
Dood replied to daz's topic in General Discussion
IIRC, Iron Maiden bass player Steve Harris prefers his sound like that. His volume is high and he plays with a really light touch. It'd also account for why he also uses flatwound strings, to keep the accentuated finger noise at this volume level to a minimum. Also, If you're the kinda person who gets loads of blisters from playing, then learning to play lightly in a controlled way whilst letting the amp do all the work will not only improve the health of your fingers, but your tone too. I believe that's a win-win
