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    Single Cut basses - Why?

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    [quote name='Alpha-Dave' post='53925' date='Sep 1 2007, 05:55 PM']IMHO the neck-plate and huge heel block are more of an impediment to higher fret playing than an SC,[/quote]

    yes, there are plenty of other things that will provoke a reaction from me than the addition of an extra li'l square of wood at the top of the bass body!!!

    Midi FootSwitch!

    in Accessories and Misc

    Posted

    [quote name='BOD2' post='53846' date='Sep 1 2007, 02:42 PM']Latching switches usually has two wires going to it. When the two wires are connected together the device is in one state and when the two wires are not connected together the device is in the other state.

    If I understand your requirements correctly you need one latching switch to operate the "mute" function of the amp (a SPST switch will do this) and another switch to switch the two AG500s off/on together (one off when the other is on and vice versa).

    Assuming there is no problem "daisy-chaining" the two AG500s in the FX loop of the amp, and that the latching switches do operate as you suggest then the circuit diagram below should do the job.

    [attachment=2040:Switches.JPG]

    One switch operates the mute function.

    The important thing about the other switch is that the two "sides" of the switch should be wired differently as shown. This will ensure that one pair of wires is connected when the other pair is not, thus giving you the "one on while the other is off and vice versa" function.

    Put the whole thing in a box with 3 jacks to connect the wires and you're working.

    A further refinement would be to use a 3PDT switch instead of a DPDT switch. This gives you a third set of poles that will switch off/on to which you could attach an LED circuit to show which AG500 is selected.

    Any questions - please ask.[/quote]

    Bod, splendid explaination and your schematic was exactly what I was going to draw! You included the signal path of the kit too, which was an added bonus. The opposite poles of the DPDT make the A/B option very simple and at the same time isolating the 2 circuits.

    Midi FootSwitch!

    in Accessories and Misc

    Posted

    OK, you could do this with 1 DPDT switch and one SDST switch.

    The DPDT would switch one AG on and the other off with a single push. The SPST switch would simply mute the DB.

    The only other components you would need for the AB box would be the box itslef and some connectors, wire,solder and a bit of patience.

    If I get a mo later I will mebbe draw up a possible circuit diagram (unless someone beats me to it!)

    Midi FootSwitch!

    in Accessories and Misc

    Posted

    Ok, I have only skim read your post so apologies for the short reply. My first thoughts are that this box will require the necessary program change MIDI messages in order to switch each of it's 4 relays. So, if you are changing every relay at the touch of one button, that controller will have to be able to send those 4 messages at the same time. (rememember you'll have 8 for 4 relays - 4 x on messages and 4 x off messages)


    I am not aware of any resonably priced MIDI foor controllers that can send any more than one program change message at the same time. There are many that can send multiple CC (constant control) messages but that would still require some sort of environment change, like pushing on a button/controller - these are mostly used for volume and wah pedal type controllers.

    It maybe easier to get someone with electronic skills to rig up a custom A/B/C mute switch box and stay away from MIDI in this case. It will probably work out cheaper too! - I think with a little bit of design you could come up with a useable option.

    I would use a selection of DPDT footswitches and work out which preamps you want to switch between. I'd be happy to help if I can, with the design.

    So... how do you want to mute? do you want to be able to switch between 2 preamps? turn one on when another is off? Or have a 'totally mute' control for tuning?

    Single Cut basses - Why?

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    Aesthetics yes, maybe some give a little bit more strength to the neck/body join, but as for improved tone? pffft! I'd very much doubt the human ear could hear the difference.. 2 planks of wood would sound far more different to each other than the having a single or double cut difference.

    I reckon it just looks pretty.. nuffink else. Well, actually, not having an upper horn stuck in your side is a bonus (if you play the bass a bit higher like me.) The flatter back of the singlecut is far more comfy. If you have nice rounded edges as well, you're snug as the proverbial bug!

    *finds excuse to post more pics* [url="http://www.danveall.co.uk/Shuker7Page.htm"]http://www.danveall.co.uk/Shuker7Page.htm[/url]

    4 Daft Geordies and a whole bunch of gear

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted

    I use this excellent free app to demonstrate how different passive EQ tone stacks interact with each of their controls.

    It's brilliant and covers nearly all of the more well know designs. (including the ones I mentioned above)

    [url="http://www.duncanamps.com/tsc/index.html"]http://www.duncanamps.com/tsc/index.html[/url]

    In the little .gif on the RHS you can see how the bass is affected as the treble control is turned up, for example.

    4 Daft Geordies and a whole bunch of gear

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted

    Actually that does sound very familiar! I wouldnt be surprised if it has the same tone stack as the V-type/Alembic FX/BBE T-Max and ..well, Marshall / Fender showman etc. No cut on the mid control is fully clockwise and I think flat on the bass and treble controls is nearer 1 o'clock ish.

    Yes Mertom, the V-type and Commando amps are both passive tone stacks.

    who plays guitar and was there a transition to bass?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Hi ya!

    Well I did start on acoustic guitar at primary school. I naturally saw the electric guitar as what I wanted to 'do', but, I soon realised that all I ever used to sing/hum were the bass lines. Even now, there are very few songs I could sing from start to finish. I naturally seemed to gravitate towards the bass and rhythm section. Oh.. and I always thought guitar looked a bit small on me ha ha ha!!

    I did end up playing lead guitar in a fairly successful band for about 5 years.. but the calling of the low end called me back and I am now here to stay!!!

    What can I expect if I join a progessive or instrumental rock band?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    [quote name='jase00' post='52668' date='Aug 30 2007, 10:42 AM']Sibob, a little off topic but how do you find the Docs pro plugs? I saw you mentioned them in the Ear plugs thread. I left a post but I think it was a while ago you posted there.
    cheers,
    Jase.[/quote]

    I found them uncomfortable and not great in comparison to others available on the market, But I guess the premoulded shape may not have been good for my ears. Maybe I have little lugs.. I would def go for Elacin/Heroes/Etymotic Research ER20's for the cheap option and ER9/15/25's for the best option, having tried most of the plugs available on the market lol!!

    Dan

    What can I expect if I join a progessive or instrumental rock band?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    [quote name='pip' post='52626' date='Aug 30 2007, 09:00 AM']Hi guys

    As I thinking about this just recently I was wondering what would be expectedf me if I joined a Prog or instrumental rock band for the first time? What I mean by that is would I need to be able to read, play complex lines and different time signatures, playing abillty, good theroy, play an extended range on the bass (i.e. 5, 6 string), gear etc.[/quote]

    Able to read? not necessarily
    Play complex lines? Yes definitely
    Play complex time sigs? Yes definitely
    Playing ability? A definite bonus to be dextrous ;o)
    Good theory? I reckon so. understanding all your keys/modes will help if you are asked to right harmony parts etc. But you don't need to be a grade 8er to write good solid basslines! Just a bit of imagination!
    Extended range? Nah, not really, unless there are parts specifically writeen for an extended range.. then you may need to work on transposing into the range you have available on a 4 string, for example.

    Prog and Prog metal naturally leans towards being dextrous and musically interesting to play and is a big reason why I love it. That aside though, you can expect to fit in all styles of playing and its not all about playing fast/showey. I think there should still be a damn good song in there and not some 25 minute shred fest *yawn*.

    New custom bass conundrum...

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    Hi all! I can only echo a lot of what has been said on this thread already.

    I have met Alan from ACG and played his wonderful basses. What a gentleman. I feel lucky to have had an opportunity to play pretty much (nearly) all of the UK most known Luthier's products. (does that make sense? really bad grammar!! but I'm gonna leave it.. hawww hawwwwww)

    I think choosing a Luthier can be a very personal thing, even before saw hits wood. After all you are entrusting a large some of money to someone and you want to feel confident in their abilities and understanding of your needs. In my case, one or two 'companies' didn't really get what it was I was trying to achieve. Other simply didn't offer a 'pattern' I liked. I thought, for my needs at least, it'd be easier to start with a 'stock' body shape I liked as opposed to designing something new.

    I really can't say a bad word about Jon. His lead times have been mentioned above, but I'd need to clarify that a bit and say that it needs pointing out only Jon works on these instruments. Some other companies outsource their spray shops etc, thus essentially having 'more than one man on the job' if you see what I mean.

    Jon also had some real problems with the recent flooding too, which I can imagine could have been problematic. I'm pretty sure he is up and running again now! Must give him a bell soon.

    I think, having played a few different custom basses, when it comes down to 'who is the best' well, in the absence of cost, it'd be a harder choice to make. When it comes to the folding stuff though, quite a few Luthiers get ruled out fairly quickly, sadly.

    I feel I should balance the discussion a little and say, ultimately it is up to you who you feel will be best. The UK has simply awesome designers and builders and we all have a personal preference when it comes to who we'd want to take on such a project.

    I am very proud to be on Jon's endorsement page.. he will be getting my next build.. and probably the next.. infact, he'll be sick of the sight of me by the time we have finished ha ha ha!

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