Musicman20

I'd like to know more about the Jabba Classic 5 basses

I like it...cool shape. Do something with the hole and is be happy. Tones are basically a Big Al though....

I've no idea why GAK don't just invest in a decent website.

Lot's of curves being discussed on this thread!

I've found that P bass copies sounds pretty decent...seems hard to get that wrong apart from being really heavy, not so great to look at, and dodgy setup. Musicman copies are awful. Been there years ago...gross. Cheap jazz basses tend to suffer from a thin tone, from what I've experienced. This is just my experiences.

[quote name='ashokan23' timestamp='1371114457' post='2109888'] Thanks everyone. I think I'd need to try both cabs side by side, but I think the OBC115 will be the winner for the moment. Plus, I think that tiny SP212 cab would like daft with that monster AD200B sitting on top! [/quote] Ay, that OBC115 is a nice cabinet. Plenty of bite and agression and also provides a nice pillow of bass.

I want to 'like' the PJ design, as it seems flawless, but I know it isn't. I always look at them, decide I want one, then stick to a P OR a J.

I keep seeing 'I bought a Stingray for £600' everywhere. If you did, and its immaculate/not modded, that's fantastic. I hope I see one! The market will be forced to change as a new Stingray 4 H is now £1600. The prices are across the board with virtually all shops. A 5 HH, with an uprgraded guard, will cost around £1800-2000 now. Add a matching headstock, and it's a little more. I was lucky to get my collection just before the prices went up, but if I wanted my Ray 5 HS with Tort guard now, its about £1800 or more. The Ray 5 is an industry standard 5 string for a reason. IMO, its a timeless design. One thing that I like about the Musicman 5 string basses is that the B is so tight and defined. It just appears very powerful, and even. This is probably because its usually a massive HB near the bridge allowing the pickup to pick up the tighter vibrations of the string.

[quote name='stevie' timestamp='1371060429' post='2109357'] I stand corrected. Would that also be the PR300 then? [/quote] Hi, not sure sorry. This thread may help: http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/genz-benz-nx2-212t-929725/index3.html Pics on Page 3. Strangely, higher wattage rating cf to the Berg 300W speakers, but then again the Bergs are not standard spec.

I'd stick with the OBC 115. The SP212's are better than you would think...I've tried one out for a fair amount of time. Works better than I expected. Very small and light. Let's not cloud the amp wattages, and EQ curves. The BT500 puts out a hell of a lot of power...and is rated conservatively. The AD200b is incredibly loud and rich. The EQ curve is easy to sort...push the mids.

The latest Genz cabs are Faital loaded.

I bought a massive box full a few years back. Most reliable and well built cables I've used.

[quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1370611333' post='2103435'] Shout if you want a pint [/quote] Sorry dude should have made plans for this. Only staying a day. Cheers all.

I'd agree that Rancid embody the modern ethic of punk. They are successful, and they probably make a big wedge of cash, but they've always done it their own way and written raw and catchy punk/ska. In my opinion, an extremely important era of music that influences me more than I realise, (and I wasn't born til 81).

I've given up using the Internet to search for bands. Believe it or not, my old band, who are 2.5 hours drive away, want to play a few weddings this year so I've agreed and ill tie the rehearsals in with family visits. Sounds ridiculous considering I live in a city with a lot of music, but I know the band in my home town takes little work and we don't need to rehearse much to be good. So far, 7-8 failed attempts in the North East. ALL time wasters and dreamers off joinmyband.co.uk.

Nice...let me know if you ever think of selling the HT112ER for an EX112ER.

Bass Gear think they moved South though. The North needs more!!!!

Any news on what happened to these cabs?

Hi all I am soon to pop to York for a few days, and I'll have a hire car, so as well as getting a few days break from work, I can also pop to any close music shops. I know the majority of bass specialists are down South, but is there anything near York/Yorkshire area/between York and Newcastle? I know all the stores in Newcastle...just wondered if there is anything I've missed in the surrounding North East? Cheers

My Orange AD200 is still king for that type of tone. I usually turn it one every few months to check its all ok, (apparently you aren't supposed to leave tube amps turned off for long period of time...eg over a year). It is a beast, not as heavy as some, and a large amp. I plugged it in last night to check it over, and it sounded great. The small EQ (whoch I barely touch) makes me want to just use a P bass and have done with it.

Agree about ACG as well...I'd like to see Alan do a more traditional P or J

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1370465941' post='2101527'] That's true about the duty and VAT ect .Gareth , and it can be frustrating , BUT ( that's a big but ) ... you have to consider the amount of money of Americans have to take out of their income for medical insurance and other such things we take for granted in this country ( for now at least - no doubt the current Government have got one eye on taking even more things away from us ) then we get a better deal than we might think buying American basses , all things considered in the wider context . In America lots of goods are cheaper , wages can be higher for educated people and basic taxes are lower , but [u]everything[/u] else costs you so it is questionable if you end up with more disposable income to spend on gear . Bottom line is that you get more bang for your buck with the more intermediate -priced pro - quality gear , in my humble opinion . And you are right that you can get more for your money if you buy British or European , providing you can find products that you find equally appealing as the American - made ones . [/quote] Good post!

http://www.markstein.de/WebRoot/Store/Shops/Markstein/4DDD/0A70/DA0E/F11F/0ADF/4DEB/AE91/B69E/AR00025280_1.jpg

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l175/GobBass/SandbergJJ4.jpg

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1370452843' post='2101196'] I'd put Lull above both in the OP ...from what I have seen. [/quote] This is nice...might look better with pearl blocks... http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e272/Malpasso/Sandberg/Sandy2Askew.jpg