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    [quote name='Crazykiwi' post='1046741' date='Dec 3 2010, 07:56 PM']What kind of situation is going to need 900 watts?![/quote] Tbh it'll be more like 600-650 from something like a MB head.
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    Bargain, alas if I were closer id be much more tempted.
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    [quote name='dave_bass5' post='1046325' date='Dec 3 2010, 01:42 PM']Cheers Gareth. I cant decide what i want to do. Im selling the LMII as i dont use it at the moment and could do with the money. I will need a small head at some point next year though. If i go that route then i dont want to spend much as it might only be used 3 or 4 times. The other option is to spend more but get rid of my SA450 as well. If i do that then something like the Shuttle would be perfect as ill use it every week and can also carry it around. Im also interested in Clarky's TC classic but i need to look in to that and see what the pro's and cons are, and aslo how it will differ tone wise from the MB heads.....and find the money of course.[/quote] Ah, got ya. If you fancy a change, the Shuttle 9.0 would be different, as would the TC amps. If you sold the SA450, the 9.0 and Classic would make a nice, but different sounding, pair of amps. Of course, thats if you still want two amps, and if you want to sell the SA450!
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    [quote name='dave_bass5' post='1046283' date='Dec 3 2010, 01:06 PM']Hi Clarky. Do you have any thoughts on how the tone of this compares to the MB LMII? Im selling my LMII as its not used but will still keep my SA450 as my main head. I do quite fancy this TC head but if i brought it i would probably want to use it as my main amp. As i use my BDDI all the time now i think im ready for something with a bit more character, and this looks ideal. Its just a thought at the moment, i still need to move the LMII first. Cheers.[/quote] Hi Dave I can chime in. The Classic/RH450 seems to have a really nice thick low mid 'meat' to it. It does sound quite different to the LMII/III. Id say its got a little more character to the tone, less 'flat' and more like a tradtional old school amp. It can also do the 'quick' sound of modern amps as its Class D, but with a different slant on it. The tone is warm, and the whole 'tube' amp idea is pulled off very well. BTW - It does sound stunning with a Jazz/Precision. You may find you dont use your BDDI as much as the onboard grit is quite nice especially at the sweetspot of about 10 o'clock.
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    Hmm....personally if you want uber light and pretty powerful, the Shuttle 9.0 can be had for the Nov price drop price of £615 ish....if you ask nicely. That way you have the power of that amp, or the full amp itself, plus its super light. Or, SWR 400W power amp?
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    [quote name='Raggy' post='1046181' date='Dec 3 2010, 11:44 AM']900 on order [/quote] How much are they? £850?
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    Streamliner 600 also being released.
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    What a colour
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    [quote name='WonderHorse' post='1046027' date='Dec 3 2010, 09:37 AM']The SVT CL doesn't break up as much as I'd like. Having said that playing over the bridge pick up helps, but I've never played in that position and I find it really odd.[/quote] Ah, I see. Im guessing youd have to be very loud to get it to break up. Thats one of the advantages I liked with the Orange amp; even at a low volume (practice volume) you can crank the gain right up and it breaks up nicely.
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    [quote name='umph' post='1045392' date='Dec 2 2010, 05:49 PM']something sealed[/quote] I agree, plus crank the amp til it breaks up a little. Can you keep the master down whilst cranking the gain? Ive not used an SVT-CL indepth to be honest, only had a few chances to test one. You are definitely on the right track!
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    [quote name='wateroftyne' post='1045094' date='Dec 2 2010, 01:57 PM']They're not mutually exclusive, you know! [/quote] Unfortunately in the genres Ive played in recently, there has been a strange 'understanding' between bands and venues that the venue/promoter are doing YOU a favour by letting you play. Shocking really. We did get into some scrapes over this in Nottingham when the promoter was stashing about £1000 into a bag and wouldnt even throw us £20 for petrol. Ive even seen it spreading into more commercial indie gigs....basically the bands paying to play their own gig. Hopefully this wont continue for the rest of my life! Until it does, I always turn up when I can, I dont make special arrangements to leave work early now as its never appreciated!
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    I would have been pretty furious if im honest. I hate pointless sound checks. As Im never paid for gigs, (played originals most my life) I turn up when I want normally. I feel your frustration!
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    IMO, if you want an agressive growly tone, obviously its partly down to what bass you use (Jazz basses help) and having the amp just touching the 'break up' sound (if using a tube amp). Gallien's are well known for lots of growl, but obviously that doesnt help here. Personally, Id seek a 2x10 (x2) or 4x10. I find having the horn on the cab a little brings out that brightness a little. Depends on what you consider growl
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    When you say rattle do you mean buzz on the higher frets? Im guessing so. I bought the MIA Fender P I have and it had an insanely low setup, but wow was it a beauty to play. The neck seemed spot on, so I just adjusted the string height saddles very slightly. Now the fret buzz I had near the higher frets has completely gone. I think youve managed to sort it anyway
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    I used to play this song with a covers band. The two guitarists basically said 'they probably didnt even realise it wasnt in standard tuning', which I probably agree with. I tried to fathom it out, but yep, something sounds off to my ears.
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    I think the 200 Watt Tube Head popularity is beginning to show. I think it seems a lot of players didnt need the 300W of the Ampeg CL/VR and are looking for a lighter tube solution, and that tone you get from pushing an amp with less watts. Nice idea. I like where Ashdown are going at the moment. I doubt id buy one, but Id love to test it against my Orange.
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    Cool, glad you like it! It definitely stands out
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    That's more like it!!
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    Im keeping my eye out for a cheap P bass now...if you see one for around £50-£70 let me know.
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    Was the bass second hand or new when you purchased it?
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    Good choice with the Tele... Bump.
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    [quote name='Conan' post='1043399' date='Dec 1 2010, 09:50 AM']You can have mine for that!! [/quote] I know, I wish it were a P (or just a P neck!)...other than that its a great bass!
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    Contact Strings & Things in the UK, and also email Musicman customer service in the USA. Strings & Things are you first call, and they are excellent with problems like this.
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    [quote name='lemmywinks' post='1042759' date='Nov 30 2010, 07:00 PM']I picked up a Westfield 2 tone sunburst Precision with gigbag, strap and tuner for £50 a few months ago, bought it for parts but ended up playing it for a bit and selling it. Very well made and sounded great, i've been on the lookout for the Jazz version since as you can never have too many jazz basses![/quote] Thats an excellent price! Where can I find these sub £100 bargains?!
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    Wow, Ive never seen one of these! Needs a rosewood board though.
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