Musicman20

I have limited knowledge on Jaco's music, but I have listened to it and seen videos of his playing. When I started bass at 13/14, I had a really great tutor, who pushed me to play more than just rock/grunge (I was a big Nirvava/Smashing Pumpkins fan at that age, I guess I still am!) and it worked. I wish Id taken his advice and picked up fingerstyle much earlier in my life. Now Im more mature, I can appreciate a great bassist who isnt playing the genre I tend to listen to. I remember him distinctly talking about Jaco. He still plays and teaches in my area. In fact, at one point he was in the orchestra supporting Blur on their UK tour. Ahhh, the days of Brit Pop! Oh, another thing. Back then I never really understood why someone would solo the pickups on a Jazz, as I liked the scooped grind of both pups. Tone control? Meh, all the way up. Now? Now I get it, and that back pickup tone always sticks in my head. When testing Jazz basses, its the first thing I listen to. Ive also learnt to use the tone control

As long as you are not maxing the amp, it will be fine Most amps could damage any cab, it's just a case of not cranking or boosting the bass really high. The Streamliner is much more 'a fully clean tube amp in a small box' and it will let you get musical distortion at any volume. That would be nice ying yang to the Shuttle.

Youtubed it...there is a guy platting setting two on one of them. He plays a variety of settings. [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAzZIdiBdkw&feature=youtube_gdata_player"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAzZIdiBdkw...be_gdata_player[/url] Try a few of his videos.

RH450 or Genz Streamliner 900. The RH450 total volume is huge....very honestly rated. Head to head it will push ahead of the 6.0 and match the 9.0.

Sequia (spelling?!) Gold was for 2008. PS - I love the multi pup Rays....I have a HH Ray 4 on order and the demos online sold it for me straight away.

Thats very 'Big Al' in style....cool.

I play for free all the time, apart from petrol costs, and usually its not enough. Such is life. Id like to be paid, but I enjoy it far too much to think I HAVE to be paid. Covers/functions bands are obviously more strict, so yes, Id expect payment unless its for charity or helping a friend/relative.

The RS cabs are quite light for ceramic cabinets. They look great, but you have to look after them and buy covers. I really like how they sound. I cant describe it. Id say there is a lo mid thump to them. Warm, clear, crisp, and the tweeter is nicely designed so it isnt overly harsh or ganky. Id say they underpriced the cabinets. The amps are also great.

[quote name='silddx' post='1139659' date='Feb 24 2011, 10:04 AM']I just noticed the nut on my Japan Fender Jazz I got a couple of weeks ago is cut incorrectly. The G slot has a wider spacing from the D slot than the others are from eachother. Off to The Gallery to get a new one fitted I reckon. Typical. You can see it here, but in the flesh it's more pronounced. [/quote] Thats weird. I wouldnt have noticed that until you pointed it out, but I can see what you mean. Is that 'normal' or wrong? I dont understand Fender...at all. Great sound, great style, 50:50 if its well made!

I dont see it as a problem, completely your choice If you are a car enthusiast, believe me, its MUCH more expensive, and you tend to lose a lot more money. Guitars/basses/amps/drums can be very expensive, as can most instruments, but at least its not just an object...its something you use to create. That's the key for me.

I find a 4 and a 5 not only feel different, but apply differently and sound different every time. Just like all basses do. Eg, my Ray 4s...great for diggin in and basically playing how I like. Less room for error. The Ray 5? You know, I love this bass. Stunned by its quality, 100%. But, it does make me play differently. Although you can, Id much rather play the 5 with fingers, and it tends to make me lean towards playing music I dont normally play in my bands. In my current band, a 4 string with a pick is perfect. It just suits the style, and the comfort factor. For some reason, rock/punk etc seems more 'right' on a 4 string. Although you can do it on a 5er. I think being able to play both is the key for my musical tastes. The 5 will never feel like the 4, but the 4 will never have the extra options....its give and take. I 100% know Ill always have 4 string basses, no matter what.

Have to agree. Ive been there and back. What works for me? Non boutique J and Ps, eg a good Fender. Id love a nice simple well made passive P and J, custom made, but when the design is so simple in the first place, im happy with Fenders. Ive tried to avoid getting another Jazz and the lottery of Fender, but ive got another one coming. EBMM basses. The Ray IS my bass...the one Id hoped for when I was 15 or so. Ive sold a few, but once my orders come through, thats it. Amps? I swap and sell quite a lot. The Orange and TC are going nowhere, but the LM3 is for sale. Ive no idea why as its great, I just fancy a change.

Why is it most damage is caused by other band members?!

Seen it lots of times and sent them back. I dont understand it!

[quote name='Toasted' post='1136548' date='Feb 21 2011, 11:39 PM']Is that the same Genz Benz owned by Fender?[/quote] Apparently left to their own devices. But I think the 'small conpany' is going to change dramatically if they keep gaining popularity. Who knows the politics behind it.

Lol...

I do think we pay a premium in this country/Europe. Compare the prices in the USA of Aguilar and Berg. Some of them are very close. In the UK? Totally different. I think notching the prices up again is going to push them away from potential buyers. Re: The whole 'Made in USA'. I do agree, but I think there are a lot of players in the USA who prefer products manufactured in their own country. I tend to think supporting certain smaller companies like Genz is a small aspect of why players are happy to pay a little bit more. I do find it odd that their amps and assembled/made in Taiwan, yet their cabinets are made in the USA. Shipping costs perhaps?

Just heard that Darren at the Bass Merchant is starting to stock Dingwalls in the near future.... Argh. I want one now. 12 months ago they didnt appeal to me, but GW's Super P/J!

I live nearby to Grimsby. I hear the guys who run it are very friendly and helpful. Its in a rough part of town though, so watch your car and gear. I barely go because its a trek from the normal part of town.

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' post='1134841' date='Feb 20 2011, 09:27 PM']Nice informative reply, Fair play to him. I wonder if this is part of the same reason the Genz Benz Uber cabs are already expensive rather than bringing in a massive price hike later this year?[/quote] Hmm, not sure. I think the Uber cabs are highly priced as they are good old fashioned 'Made in the USA'. But I agree, the Uber cabs are more than their other lines. I have heard, no idea if its true, that the cab you have is a very nice 'neo yet sounds traditional' type cabinet. Its on my list to try out