Musicman20

Hmm, not sure what I would do. Sell the 2x10, get another 4x10? Or, get an amp to drive that 4x10 nicely at 8 ohms, eg the Pro 7, or a Genz Shuttle 9.0. Alternatively, wait around a little and get the 900w Genz Benz Streamliner. Im not anti-Ampeg, I just think you can get the same thing from a smaller/lighter box. You could sell both your cabs and get a 6x10 or 8x10... My friend uses the SVT Pro 3 in a VERY loud band. He also uses a 410E, and finds he REALLY has to crank the amp to almost full master to get it to cut through. Not sure what the deal is there. I think the modern Ampeg amps are given higher wattage ratings than they are capable of.

I had the original 'free' download version when it came out (when they had a batch on special offer) but then Apple replaced my iPhone and I totally forgot to replace this tuner. They sent the email as GW has pointed out above, and I realised I needed to update....then I realised my new iPhone doesnt have it! What was even better was when I clicked download, because I got it for free originally, it was still free to re-download it. Technology is great! Fantastic tuner.

Nice setup! I remember pointing these combos out to you a while back...I hope its worked out because the price is just fantastic! Im shocked at how cheap they are.

[quote name='Muzz' post='1060463' date='Dec 16 2010, 12:10 PM']+ a lot to trying them for yourself: there are so many other variables particular to yourself (bass, style, string attack, cab, etc, etc) that comparisons are only a very very vague guide - I side-by-side tested the Tube, Rocker, Genz Benz and TC stuff, and ended up with the TC. The Rocker I found didn't have much range of tube - kinda 0-2 gives some pretty good tubey warmness, then 2-10 was just fizz. The Tube was the reverse; so subtle it was, well, too subtle for me. Ironic that I found the best tube-preamp-type was the one without an actual tube in it... YMMV, IMHO, etc, etc... [/quote] Haha, that is odd! The LM3 sounds warm and like a tube amp running clean in some respects. LMTube 'tube' is VERY subtle. I couldnt tell the difference, but I like the chassis and features. I havent tested the Rocker, but I think Markbass are just solid at making good light clean amps, so I stick with the LM3. The Genz Shuttle 9.0 is not at all tube like from what I heard. Very precise, zingy, clean, but the pre-tube CAN add some grind if you have a hot output. Agreed, the best tube 'sound' is on the TC RH450 Tubetone knob. Just works, and I have no idea how they managed it. Probably similar to how great the Sansamp pedals are. If I didnt own a Markbass amp, id go for the LM3 or F500 straight away.

[quote name='ped' post='1060780' date='Dec 16 2010, 05:25 PM']NO HIPPIES ON BASSCHAT[/quote] LOL

I bet if you asked you could get a Ray 5 HS, as mentioned above, or HH, with your choice of plate, for £1400. Its all a case of offering, and coming to a deal, as Im sure you know. The new 08 onwards Stingray 5s have the Alnico Ray pups, and the normal Ray 5 pups are now in the Sterling 5. So it will DEFINITELY sound like a Ray, and the extra pickups really are nice....if you like single coils eg single coil at bridge (splitting the MM H pup) or a combination, or a P like S near the neck, then the HS just a stunning beast. What I love about the Musicman 5s is that the pickups just ooze quality. Massive, meaty, and awesome tone. One thing to note, because of the changes in 2008, the Ray 5 Single H does NOT allow you to have a single coil tone at the bridge anymore. It used to....now its another version of serial or parallel mode, not sure which. This makes it a no brainer for me...HS.

[quote name='Raggy' post='1060409' date='Dec 16 2010, 11:09 AM']And if that dude on the right is between the ages of 20 and 27 i'll change my name on here to Monkey's Uncle [/quote] +1 Im 29 and I look younger than all of them. I wouldnt mind a shot at it but Im nowhere near London.

[quote name='flyfisher' post='1060317' date='Dec 16 2010, 09:10 AM']TBH, I'm a bit surprised about the negativity shown in the above comments, or is BC turning into a forum for bedroom slappers who think the world owes them a living just because they know one end of a bass from the other? [/quote] LOL. I can see why an age limit my annoy people, but then again, Ive seen much worse requirements. Image is image, and some bands thrive on an image. I realise thats not what music is about, but the world is fickle and vain.

[quote name='Wil' post='1060390' date='Dec 16 2010, 10:50 AM']It's not helping my Bongo GAS at all. Not one bit. Great playing, well done [/quote] Me neither. I want one. I feel I need to own at least one of each EBMM. ARGHHH

What I like is that youve managed to create a really nice 'vintage' sound with that bass. I keep hearing how good they are....I really need to try one.

I was considering a break, not from bass, but from bands. Ive has some right problems with bands recently, but my originals band is going pretty well. My only issue is we dont seem to have that 'push' to get to a level im happy with. I think thats mainly because we are a busy lot...nothing down to our ability. We will, eventually, get there. If that doesnt work out....ill stay in touch with them, and just advertise....but probably have a good 6-9 month break from being messed about.

Mono....super fantastic. Expensive but worth it.

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' post='1060106' date='Dec 15 2010, 10:19 PM']Proof will be in the pudding but going to 5 isnt feeling like an issue after one full night of staying with it rather than just for the songs I need it for. In fact Im a bit upset at the thought of not wanting to use any of my 4's after I get one, Keep an eye in the FS for a nice EBMM [/quote] Woah, dont sell your 4s. Im in the camp that believes you can have a few of each....certain styles suit certain basses that I use much better than others. Eg Id much rather use a P Bass or Ray 4 in a normal punk context with a pick, than a Ray 5. As soon as we are talking fingerstyle, and say something like funk, then you could definitely use a 5er. I just treat them as totally different instruments.

The whole form factor is great. I dont need one but nice gear all the same

I need to be in a more busy band....it would take my mind of changing around! More Stingrays! Never Actually, I would if I had the money.

Although not strictly a signature bass, the guitar version is. So, the EBMM Big Al: [url="http://www.ernieball.com/forums/attachments/music-man-basses/9304d1287531973-nbd-big-al-4sss-out-delivery-p1020366a.jpg"]http://www.ernieball.com/forums/attachment...y-p1020366a.jpg[/url] [url="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31lo8FtvE9L.jpg"]http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31lo8FtvE9L.jpg[/url] I usually never gel with odd shapes, but that bass said 'buy me' the minute I saw it. Passive single coils/tone control with additional active 4 band EQ and pickup selection?! Oh yes. I tried it as well. Liked it even more over a few days.

I need to re-read this thread and stop myself indulging in more amps. I KNOW ill end up prefering what I already have. Time to stop.

[quote name='obbm' post='1059658' date='Dec 15 2010, 03:41 PM']Well it's now week since my bass was despatched on a 24hr service from Moffat. Interparcel are saying that it's down to UPS and their tracking shows it's been sitting in a UPS warehouse for 6 days. Alan and I keep trying to get answers from Interparcel but they just refuse to answer any emails so I don't know what is happening or when it will be delivered. Because they used UPS as the carrier Interparcel think they can absolve themselves of all responsibility. We are housebound just in case it comes as the last thing I want is for it to go back to the warehouse again. All I can do is look at the pictures that Alan sent me and imagine what it will like to play. I will never ever use Interparcel for any of my shipments. as there isn't an emoticon for "bloody furious".[/quote] Heck, I feel your pain! I think the problem is, almost all couriers are rubbish, nearly all the time. Very frustrating when you consider their actual job is to deliver, and thats it.