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Hey Matey! How's things? You well!? Thank you! - Actually, One of the reasons I like it - is that the HX range are really light! - ok, not Tec-Amp light - but even an 'invalid' like me has no problems lifting these cabs. I recall my epi' 610 was about 36Kg and these 4x10's are 32Kg (and obviously two small boxes as opposed to one big one!) Tonally speaking - Well, I know that I'll certainly get a lot of joshing for the journey I've been on for the last few years. I'd got it in to my head that I was after this undefineable tonal heaven. I've owned some truly amazing gear but the laughable thing - is the sound I was after had only been I guess what my brain was used to all those years ago - and that was my old Hartke rig. Don't get me wrong - I still stand by what I say about the other rigs I have owned. I still adore the Tech Soundsystem cabs I owned and the ISP is brilliant, along with the Powersoft amplifiers. I did spend time messing around with the EQ on 'flatter' sounding systems - which would lead me to a simple answer. Dood doesn't do 'flat response' and looking for a flat response rig was a bit of a waste of time - well, other than using it as an expensive learning exercise. The Hydrives defintely have a voice of their own - there's a Hifi clarity and a bite to the top end which is great - but in comparison to the 4.5XL (A/B'd recently) there's more body - what some people may call 'warmth' in the tone. My EMG DC's actually need that I feel to balance their response a bit, as they are toppy in comparison to say, my old P style EMGs - and it works nicely. Oh the simple preamp! - yes yes - I have had 30 band EQ's and routings that go around the houses - but this is - well - I did wonder if I was going to get on with it! - I can understand why the tonestack and preamp design has been so successful over the years. It's built in curve when everything is set to 12 o'clock is so simple, but just works. I really like it and I am hoping that my 'rig' related GAS has been stemmed! It's very nice to be home.

[quote name='umph' post='833776' date='May 10 2010, 11:22 PM']hiwatts and ampegs were never cheap they were top bollock stuff back in the day to![/quote] Well, to be clear,I didn't call them cheap or crap - but in comparison to today's high end gear - in this world of SMT and D-Class, it's hardly , to use Chris_B's analogy , the Mercedes with all the bells and whistles on. That's not to say there is anything wrong with that - I was just trying to make a comparison, t'is all.

The PJBS was the first bass I ever really wanted. Infact my very first bass was a PJBS clone - the Marlin Sidewinder. I had a red sidewinder as it was similar to the picture of a red PJBS I'd ripped out of Bass Player magazine. My Dad bought my first Bass and Amp for me. So here's the wierd coincidence! I still have the magazine page - and in the corner it is dated September 1989. Jump on however many years (I think it must have been 17 odd!!) - I finally got to buying one after a G.A.S attack and a bit of ebay abuse. I didn't pay that much for the PJBS I found - I'm looking at it now - it's the same red - and it was made in 1989!!!

Ahhh!!! Sweet! - Best I get a pic of mine up then! Zoe should be along shortly with a nice black JBS too, I'm sure!

Here we go then! Just a quick picture for now as I am yet to get a moment to snap properly! Here's my brand new Hartke rig and my two Shukers, Doodle & Baby! I'm really pleased! LH1000 + HX410 x2 (TC Electronic G Major 2 and TC Electronic Nova Dynamics (not shown)

[quote name='umph' post='833719' date='May 10 2010, 10:26 PM']ampeg b15 and hiwatts are low end? There price doesn't seem to say so![/quote] Probably not now - but back then, hence ' from the past'. Sure, they're not cheap now!

[quote name='niceguyhomer' post='833463' date='May 10 2010, 07:04 PM']I have a nice rig - it's an Aguilar AG500 head (twin channel jobby), an Aguilar GS112 and a GS112NT. I also use an Aguilar Tone Hammer which also acts as a DI box. It's all connected with OBBM's cables and the whole lot sits on a Gramma Pad. Last night I did a gig in a huge marquee, big stage, big PA, small audience (it was ferking freezing). Because of the small numbers, I couldn't bring myself to be arsed to unload my rig so I used the house rig - a slightly battle scarred Hartke HA3500A head and an equally road worn Hartke VX 4x10 and I have to say it sounded absolutely bloody marvelous. We've had debates about this before - I know but I was kinda flabbergasted and thought to myself...why spend loadsa money when this little rig is plenty good enough? Thoughts please....[/quote] I've spent a great deal of money looking for a amp tone that was under my nose all the time. I wish I knew then what I know now!! - Boy, have I enjoyed owning some sweet gear though!

[quote name='Mog' post='833630' date='May 10 2010, 09:13 PM']for everyday use highend gear is pointless. in the studio its vital.[/quote] Although, I have to counteract that by suggesting that some of the most unmistakeably great recorded bass tones from the past *have* come from some pretty shabby gear! JJ Burnell and his broken cones, Entwhistle's old cranked Hiwatts and the Ampeg B15 - brilliant for recording but far from hi end Only joshing of course - at the end of the day, boring as it is - if it sounds great, it is great! - Another example of great tone on a budget would be the Fender Showman / Alembic F1x / Trace V-type / BBE T-Max / Hartke LH preamps - dead simple, no flashy components - sounds absolutely magnificent!

Hey James! Great to meet you at the weekend - a smmmoooooooth and quick transaction - not to mention the obligatory 'looks like a dodgy deal out of a back of a car in a Maccy D's car park' meet up to chat about some Bass! In response to your comment about Shuker owners; right back at-cha! Shuker owners are a top bunch! Catch ya soon, Dan

[quote name='walbassist' post='833641' date='May 10 2010, 09:17 PM']Thanks Dan. Yes, I must say I've used a lot of Peavey heads over the year, mainly for PA but a couple of DPC1400Xs for bass rigs as well, and they've always been really reliable workhorses. My main requirement was something light, and at 7lbs this is perfect. Happy days![/quote] Lots of power - not lots of weight! Sounds good to me! - AND pretty lights! Bonus!

Well, I've owned two SVP preamps - which the SVT4 Pro shares with the mighty SVT2 Pro (which I have also owned) and think they sound great! I've not used the SVT 4 myself, ut I can't imagine it would sound too much different to the SVP with a power amp. Stag has just gotten an SVT5 Pro and have to say that sounded impressive, so all round - I like 'em!

[quote name='walbassist' post='833173' date='May 10 2010, 04:06 PM']Well, I sold out in the end and picked up one of the new Peavey IPR1600 amps. (image lifted off Talkbass) It's a bit bling, but it is light (7lbs), plenty powerful enough for my needs, and very loud![/quote] I think, in the light of the responses read above - you made the right choice! - Tombboy sold me one of his Peavey power amps recently and have to say, I'm really impressed with it's capable output and fuctionality. I will probably use it as a spare now, as my Hartke rig has now arrived - but yeah, good on ya!

Wow guys! Fantastic! bring on the JD love!

I just took some pics of my new toys - but they didn't look great - I'll have a go later! Dubs, lovin' the Tec as usual!

Awwww! Guys! Thank you for the kind words. I'm really pleased with the look. Black and gold just looks so good! - I'm going to treat you to a little video when I can get a camera sorted properly. oh and yes, the Jack socket! I'll go find a gold one he he - well spotted!

[quote name='Jono' post='831749' date='May 8 2010, 08:50 PM']Nice one! Seeing John playing that bass on 'Another One Bites the Dust' at Wembley '86 is probably the reason I play bass... What a tone! Jono[/quote] Snap! It was the first *proper* Bass Line I ever learnt!

Hey all! Here's a project I have been meaning to finish for ages and have finally gotten round to it! A couple of years ago (I think) I imported a brand new non-export 70's P bass from Ishibashi as I always fancied a PBass like good ole John deacon from Queen. John's two main P basses were a TV script 68 P in sunburst and a 67 P bass with the silver logo and i think came with a natural finish (as I haven't seen it in any other state!). Around the eighties he stripped the sunburst finish off and used the TV script P for "Live at the Bowl" and I think "Live Aid" too. Sometime prior to the subsequent 'Magic' tours the TV script P bass was professionally refinished in black with new gold hardware - and this is the version I wanted to copy most. My bass arrived with what I would call the 'Phil Lynott' look. Black, with a mirrored guard and chrome hardware. It also features US Vintage pickups along with elephant ear keys with longer stalks than a standard P. I actually prefer that, as I like the keys to stand higher away from the headstock. I always though the musicman keys always looked a bit on the short side! But that's another story!! Unfortunately, that did lead to a bit of a problem locating a set of gold keys that were an exact replacement. Originally I used Schaller BMFL keys - but I didn't like them as they were shorter than the CIJ stock. After a long internet search with the ruler out - I found these fantastic Wilkinson keys that - well - lets say, they look pretty much the same as my bass AND my Fender Jazz Bass Special! - So who knows - Could Wilkinson have made OEMs for these basses?? no idea - anyway, I digress! The eagle eyed JD geek will notice that my bridge is not the same as his. If you really *must* know - his is a Schaller 3D - mine is a Gotoh clone - and a really rather good one, I am so impressed. I only planned to do all the hardware you can see, but Nigel 'BumNote' very kindly sent me a gold neck plate as well, which looks great and really finshes the look off. Ok, pictures then? The aim: Stock CIJ with mirrored guard:- I managed to get a perfect fitting black guard in a swap with a fellow BCer:- Before and after on the tuning key swap. You can see the the CIJ keys have a longer stalk generally and the gold key I added to compare matches exactly:- [attachment=49230:1.jpg] [attachment=49231:2.jpg] [attachment=49232:3.jpg] Well lookie here! That's a substantial bridge! There's a difference in tone and it was immediately noticeable acoustically. [attachment=49233:4.jpg] And finally - all together a big thank you to everyone who helped and offered advice. [attachment=49234:5.JPG] [attachment=49235:6.JPG] [attachment=49236:7.JPG] [attachment=49237:8.JPG] Job to do: The gold ferulles for the tuning keys were far larger than the holes in the headstock - and it's not a job I fancied undertaking myself to make them fit - so I'll have that sorted out later. I bet if I didn't mention no one would have noticed in the pic?! ) See ya!

[quote name='throwoff' post='823196' date='Apr 29 2010, 05:13 PM'] + [/quote] Someone with a similar sense of humour! When I read the question, I instantly thought of looking for a Nail Gun picture! Ok, my suggestion - I've never used velcro. Instead I am the king of cable ties! - my DIY pedal board in the Build Diaries section is a good example! Rock solid and nothing can fall off, EVER! lol - Hell - I even get a colour match for the pedals used! ha ha ha!

[quote name='chriswilliams666' post='828217' date='May 5 2010, 10:09 AM']I have an original 80s Jazz Special and the new Duff one and the new one has a totally different shape neck to it. Much closer to a P-Bass. I will measure mine when i get back too, i also have the Aerodyne so can compare that as well.[/quote] I also have an original CIJ 80's Jazz Bass Special. The necks were modelled on a 62 Jazz Bass, I remember reading. Infact, mine is the Power Jazz Bass Special, the same as Prime_Bass. Hell, I would go as far as saying we need a separate 'porn' thread for these highly underrated basses!

I have posted my findings in the mods forum, so hopefully is being looked in to soon!

It's a long read [url="http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/vendors-bazaar/128163-lateral-mosfet-amplifers-250w-2000w-rms-power-amplifier-modules.html"]http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/vendors-baz...er-modules.html[/url] [url="http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/vendors-bazaar/128916-free-amplifier-modules.html"]http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/vendors-baz...er-modules.html[/url] discaliamer: These are just a couple of threads I have read without anymore than 5 mins internet searching - and they are a bit out of date now - so I hope that things have changed for them and they have sorted out their QC and comms issues. - my Cat could solder better than the examples shown of kit that the folk on the forum received.

[quote name='crez5150' post='830393' date='May 7 2010, 09:49 AM']Sorry I've had real negative experiences with Class-D products in the past.... I would not recommend them If you want a very well built 1 u amp for not a lot of money then try this - [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/D-A-S-Audio-PS-400-Powered-Stereo-Amplifier-Amp-VGC-/200372927322#ht_1029wt_941"]DAS Audio PS-400[/url] I used these in the past and they are extremely reliable....[/quote] I've just been reading very long threads on the DIYAudio forum about Class-D and their produce.. .

I hope that isn't meant to be the '1600' watt version in the video. I will eat my shorts if that is meant to be 1600W RMS. Not with only 4 'ALFET's. I'm off to investigate...

[quote name='bubinga5' post='830158' date='May 6 2010, 10:57 PM']any thoughts on what im missing[/quote] Bass borne insanity obviously! I suffer very badly! G.A.S is evil! lol