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Let me get this right.... Trace, originally from the UK (and I'm aware of most of their history up to a point as I was a big fan of the SMX amps) is now manufactured elsewhere, but then sent to the USA, then sent to the UK, then hits a middleman dealer, then to the shop?! It's 2017. I have no idea if the above chain of events is accurate but my god, what a waste of time and money, especially the dealer in the UK. Just send it to the shop. Those types of amp are so difficult to work on for a tech that I imagine they just give you a new one if it breaks!

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1493205460' post='3286438'] Marvel can set a worldwide release date for a film before filming has wrapped because they have the money to make it happen, even if they have to hire another 500 people to get it done. I don't know of any music company who could do that. I don't think it's a professionalism issue necessarily, I think it's a money issue. [/quote] I'd rather they just project further into the future with the date. Then surprise the market if it is earlier.

The music industry doesn't seem to have the same level as professionalism and dedication to deadlines as some other industries. Shame, but I guess that is how it works.

I would look no further than Genzler (latest Genz Benz, basically): http://www.genzleramplification.com/product/MG350-BA10-Combo/Magellan-350-Combo.html?cid=18 Bass Direct stock them.

I find it bizarre that the box seems to have only taken a small knock....it must have been blunt force.

I hate the way we pay blindly for insurance because we want to play it safe, then they don't pay up when we follow the rules. Disgusting practice. I hope you manage to get it sorted. Amazon delivered a new Gibson SG to me (limited colour run for Amazon and super awesome price) just in the Gibson box with Amazon packing labels. Absolutely immaculate when it arrived, even the outer box. I've no idea how couriers get away with it. PURSUE IT! Keep ranting on Facebook etc.

I think its a great concept and it has created huge interest in buying music again. Why do I buy vinyl? - The collector aspect, - The sound, - The larger artwork, - The limited runs, - Buying music is fun...but buying mp3s is nowhere near as fun as vinyl. I do think the ebayers have ruined it somewhat. May as well be Record Store Day HOUR...because everything decent has gone by 9am. I couldn't get to Piccadilly in Manc as I was visiting family back home. Bit of research led me to finding an independent store back in my home town. Turned up at 8:40 ish to find almost everything I wanted gone....and I refuse to get up at 4-5am and queue. However, I did buy some bits off my list: - Soulwax Double LP, - Kasabian 10", - Smiths 7", - Blossoms 10" picture disc. I still think it is a good idea, but I think they need to change it a bit, or maybe just stop it and release more limited records throughout the year to drum up excitement.

I have a 5 HH and 5 HS, and they are the fastest punchiest basses I've played. I imagine it is due to the neck allowing you to play ultra fast, and the electronics/magnets in the pickups having a very tight aggressive response. One thing I haven't tried is a lot of fuzz/overdrive with a Bongo...I've no idea why because the tone is probably a really good platform for effects. Highly recommended that everyone try one. The ergonomics are very well thought out.

The whole issue with rosewood is a big shame. It usually my preference, although to be honest maple can be just as good, depending on the colour scheme of the instrument. I have an all rosewood neck Ernie Ball Musicman guitar....it's lovely to play an all rosewood neck!

Had a few ups and downs but gladly, the last pedal I bought from them was pre-price rise price even though the other stores had increased their old prices on the older stock. Arrived perfectly and £30-40 cheaper than elsewhere. So, I'm hoping it is a sign of future business with them, but at the moment I don't desire any expensive new basses, especially with the rubbish £.

Jesus how much?! I've just had a listen to the pedal review. My issue is that is makes the Thumb bass on the video sound like another generic two pickup bass with farrrr too much gain. I am a big fan of dirt with bass (although more fuzz and overdrive) but I find when you add these high gain bass tones to a mix it just sounds like another guitar.

I suspected the DG may be well too gainy for me...I like a little grit but I wouldn't buy an amp just for that. I agree, and I think it is part of their signature sound, that it is almost like a bass driven through a guitar amp at high gain with your signal underneath.

I still don't think tubes/valves have as big an impact on bass as they do with guitar, probably because the majority of bass players don't use their amps for natural overdrive. I used to have an all tube head and it sounded fantastic, don't get me wrong, but I now use all lightweight Class D amps for bass, and the Genz Streamliner in particular is extremely close to the warmth of an all tube bass amp.

I have absolutely no regrets in buying one as soon as they were announced. I am still very impressed with it and It will be staying with me!

Sad news. RIP. Best wishes to his family and friends.

I think there is WAY more to it than just his bass playing, which is obviously part of his sound, but shouldn't be the complete focus. He is writing very unique music and singing at the same time, and I had heard of him and seen his record covers WAY before I knew he was a great bass player. Cool guy, cool groove, very unique and fresh.

Wiki: The earliest five string was created by Fender in 1965. The Fender Bass V used the E-A-D-G-C tuning, but was unpopular and discontinued in 1970. The common low B five string was created by Jimmy Johnson as a custom instrument in 1975. He bought an E-A-D-G-C 5-string Alembic bass, replaced the nut, and used a new, thick low B string from GHS to accommodate the instrument accordingly. Steinberger made a 5-string headless instrument called the L-2/5 in 1982, and later Yamaha offered the first production model as the BB5000 in 1984.

It's still way too much money.

WHAT?!?!!? https://www.gak.co.uk/en/aguilar-ag700-bass-head/905997 https://www.musik-produktiv.co.uk/aguilar-ag700.html Wayyyy more than I expected.

They should have kept the VLE!

I've no idea how anyone who plays an instrument could not understand the sheer fun of writing music, an actual song, that doesn't revolve around how technical anyone in the band is. Writing a song, from scratch, including lyrics, then putting it all together with everyone helping with their own part, is an amazing part of music. It far surpasses any cover work or 'doing it for the money'. Technical proficiency does not make you a good musician. There are many many great bass players in 'indie'....

[quote name='Sercet' timestamp='1490695926' post='3267079'] Shouldn't that be "Or maybe fewer people?". It feels like a question. [/quote] 😂

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1490692951' post='3267041'] Or maybe fewer people ... [/quote] My apologies for not reviewing my post before clicking 'Post'.

Makes you wonder how on earth they make it so cheap! Looks really good!

[quote name='Osiris' timestamp='1490641751' post='3266739'] Well, I made it to bass direct at the weekend and A/B'd a number of amps through my own cab. [size=4]The Genzler Magellan 800 was the one that I ended up taking home.[/size] Much as I loved the tone of the Mesa Subway 800, in light of the above, all I can say is that I'm glad I didn't buy it I'll try and get a NAD thread going for the Magellan once I've had more time to put it through its paces. [/quote] Excellent choice, and a very reasonably priced amp. You will also get stellar service should you ever need it from Mr Genzler himself.