Musicman20

Well, it seems Ibanez have the new amp/combo listed next to the old one: http://www.ibanez.com/Electronics/Series-Promethean_Head http://www.ibanez.com/Electronics/Series-Promethean_Combos Looks like perhaps they are an additional to the line...and they are cheaper: http://www.gak.co.uk/en/ibanez-promethean-p3115/56949 http://www.gak.co.uk/en/ibanez-promethean-p300h/56951 I don't understand it if they discontinue the existing line though.

That's cheaper than the gig bags! Well done.

£249 for the fiver! Wow.

Wow, that is CHEAP!

[quote name='Dirk_Warwick' timestamp='1327425565' post='1511035'] Dear Musicman20, Thanks for the warm welcome. Well, of course that depends on your personal attitude. We believe that there are many people out there who want to ensure that their instrument is manufactured sustainably and who are willing to pay for this certainty. On the other hand we ourselves are convinced that environment protection is worth a little extra effort and so Warwick will proceed. Last but not least this approach even makes sences economically if you think a few years further. Beeing independant in terms of energy can not be a mistake in the long run, just like the protection of the world's forests. [/quote] Hi Dirk Great to see you are helping Linus...always good to have manufacturers on here helping out. I understand exactly where you are coming from regarding sustainability/environment. My own personal view is that the current economic situation is affecting so many people on a daily basis that the majority can't really justify extra cost for something that we ultimately cannot afford to worry about at the moment, (unfortunately).

[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1327485287' post='1511914'] I'll take you up on that and please don't think I've demonized I realise some people don't get my humour so I'm sorry if offence is taken. [/quote] I want a video diary of Wayne playing the Dingwalls! There will be that point where he either loves it or doesn't get on with it. I'm betting he might be quite taken with it, but not 100%.... Looking forward to this

I was thinking that if I ever get to gigging a lot again, (no idea what 2012 brings at the moment) ill be getting the SBMM Sub...Im guessing they are in the Squier CV price range.

Think the recessed logo is to the left, on the cab that's almost out of shot.

I don't think Wayne means a fad that players are going through...I think he means just in general the whole fanned fret idea might/might not be as popular in 5-10 years. Who knows, it could really take off!

Just having a browse this time! Always liked their Jazz basses, but noticed they seem to misalign the bridges quite a lot. The e is almost off the board! Like you say, probably doesnt happen on a Squier CVP!

Wow, the quality of the combo fit and finish looks much higher! Check this picture, (flush corners, recessed handle, etc!). [url="http://bassgearmag.com/uploads/gallery/resized_NAMM2012Day1_167.jpg"]http://bassgearmag.c...012Day1_167.jpg[/url] http://www.bassgearmag.com/uploads/gallery/resized_NAMM2012Day1_166.jpg It even appears to have GK a GK logo recessed into the wood. Very similar to a Berg AE finish.

[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1327442561' post='1511420'] Does that mean Jens was flattering the German press? That was very good, I'm not a fan of a lot of his stuff but he dares to be different, I respect that. [/quote] Haha...well, its kinda cool that anyone would copy something you do/make/etc (it obviously means its quite good!), but obviously this is different.

He played that totally cool. Imitation is the best form of flattery, BUT this is a business.

Nice, pricey though!

Mike Dirnt is one of my earliest bass playing heroes I can remember. This is back when Green Day hit the big time with 'Dookie'. He is a DAMN good player. Very quick with a plec, melodic, and tight!

Hi all I've always liked the design and feel of Lakland basses, and of course the tone is pretty spot on, but this poor string/neck/pup alignment seems very common with their basses. It's put me off buying one for two years, as every time I like one, I see something similar to this: [url="http://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/bass_guitars_detail.asp?stock=12011216450649"]http://www.guitargui...=12011216450649[/url] Shame...I thought there QC was meant to improve with the takeover. It might not affect the tone that greatly, but that E string is very very close to the board, and visually it looks wrong.

Its not so much not 'liking' the extra scale, I think its just because Im quite comfy on a 34". I can see the arguments for and against extra scale, especially on the Dingwalls, but I tend to like the B to be quite tight and percussive and of a similar feel to the rest of the strings. I could try one and eat my own words, but alas, money and time is a barrier.

Well, it could well tick a few boxes, but I know deep down after 15 years of loving Fender and Musicman that they would never go anywhere. Anything else would have to be an addition, and to be honest the next bass won't be for quite some time.

[quote name='charic' timestamp='1327398875' post='1510428'] You're quite right... You'll be selling those other basses in no time [/quote] Haha, well I regreted selling my Stingray's to get the newer models with compensated nut/dual pups, so that won't happen again. Everrything I have now was at very very good prices, which I won't be able to get again. I eventually got excellent replacements, so they are staying put. Not only that, I've tried delving into other brands, but may as well admit the fact that if it isn't Fender or Musicman, I crave a Fender or Musicman! I've learnt my lesson. I also prefer a 34" scale, just for the overall tension and 'feel' of the strings. Again, that's me.

[quote name='mike257' timestamp='1327367976' post='1510260'] I think you're in luck then! This seems to have wiped about a hundred quid off the second hand prices overnight - I was going to sell mine to fund guitar gear I need, and I'm going to have to sell my Ampeg instead now, sad times. I use mine through an Ampeg 610HLF and have never found the low end lacking - play with the EQ pretty much flat, just a touch of low end boost on the bass itself, and it's face-melting! Come on now Gareth, we've all seen the gear you go through, nothing has everything you want [/quote] It is a shame about the second hand market, I agree. The same happened when the RH450 was dropped in price when the RH750 came out. Don't get me wrong, through the right cab, the 6.0 is a big sounding amp, and the 410HLF you have is probably has the biggest fattest low end out of any Ampeg cab. It's tuned for that big low end, so the Shuttle 6.0 will be a nice match. I have been through some gear, but I've hardly sold a thing recently apart from unused strings and a duplicate pedal. I'll never be at the stage of buying new one month then selling it two weeks later after barely playing it. I am a bit greedy though, but I guess that comes with this website! I've slowed down considerably because other things (normal life) have taken over. I was very tempted to pick up a 6.0/9.0 in the sale...still tempted to be honest.

Don't get me wrong, as I've said, these style of basses are growing on me. I just can't see myself having 7 or so normal 34" 4 or 5 string basses, and one Dingwall with a different scale, different fret system, etc.I'd have to spend a good few hours on one before making a decision. It is very much a niche market, which is growing rapidly by the looks of things.

I've heard the price point is great, but some of them aren't made so well...bit of a gamble. BUT, I think thats part of why they have changed to manufacturing near their head office.

I doubt it will be much, and I think the quality will be much better. Not due to the fact its in USA but because Gallien has more control over it.