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Its on the front page of their site right now

Clarky, is that Elan 5 similar to your incoming Elan?

[quote name='throwoff' post='948563' date='Sep 7 2010, 05:43 PM']I also heard this story, in fact the poor bass mix is so well known a movement does exist which remixed these with the bass back up at a decent level (alledgedly from the masters, which is plausable considering the quality) under the moniker 'And Justice for Jason' If it pleases the court, exhibit A - [/quote] That sounds more 'normal' for bass levels. I used to, and still to, love Metallica. I just dont see how a Sadowsky suits Newstead one bit. The Sadowsky tone, IMO, doesnt suit heavy music. That Alembic tone is nice though.

Its a USA model only isnt it? Im glad to see they are progressing as a company. Despite my issues with some of the Skylines I tested, I still have faith they can make fantastic basses, (more so the Jazzes).

I've seen that new DJ replacement. Looks like a weird Jaguar. I still want a JO4 or 5.

I hear great things about it, but if it was me, Id get the Shuttle 9.0 and a 2x12 cabinet. A 1x12 wouldnt do much volume wise for me.

[quote name='Herbie The Rad Dorklift' post='951705' date='Sep 10 2010, 12:09 PM']Ibanez really? Obviously I'm not an experienced bassist (as I said), but in the world of guitar amps Ibanez are terrible! Will try and find one out.[/quote] Ive not played one, but the reviews are great. I know what you mean, they have a bad rep with amps, but I assume they have done their homework with this one

[quote name='Rich' post='951684' date='Sep 10 2010, 11:46 AM']- Big AL - Bongo[/quote] I was waiting for someone to mention these two! Personally, when I first saw the Bongo pictures when it was released, I thought 'what is going on?!'. Now, Ive warmed to it. Purely because its very well designed. The Big Al....well Im weird because I instantly took a liking to it, and thats weird for a tradtionalist like me.

For that price, the Ibanez Promethean. Ive not played one, but Thomann are doing them on a deal at £499 ish including the bag. 1x10 Combo, plus removable 500W amp head.

Peavey does the job but its only let down is the weight. Even though the Hartke LH500 isnt lightweight, Id take that over a Peavey. It has had fantastic reviews.

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' post='951666' date='Sep 10 2010, 11:35 AM']I've had the Big Al 5 SSS now for 2 months and I can guarantee you all I've not had a dull day so far with that monster. The things that bass can do sonically are beyond belief. Vintage passive tones to give you goosebumps and powerful active driving tones to boot, I think this is a bass which you will find hard to put down, Ed Friedland review is great but it's only limited to his playing style: it's not all snap, crackle and pop, rest assured, this can be as deep as you want it to be, or as bluesy / jazzy / punk / new age / grunge / as you need. All in one single bass. Also do not understimate the "funny looks" because regardless of the fact that it looks pointy and "Jetson's" like, the ergonomic has been designed in a very crafty way you see? The body it's actually quite small and comfortable, it sits tightly in your graps allowing your arm to reach the neck up and down with extreme ease, which I think once you play it, you will recognize that as a great advantage and that alone is a great selling point for this clever bass. Enough said.[/quote] Great report GW. Im pretty certain im going to order one for my 30th and literally 'forget about' the possible delivery date so I dont mess about and cancel it. I know for a fact it will be fantastic, and something totally different to what I own (which is what I am after).

[quote name='bassix' post='951574' date='Sep 10 2010, 10:15 AM']I've heard good things about the Bass Terror, it certainly fits the size category I just wonder if it'd do the punk job well?[/quote] 100% punk grindy tone if you want it. Will also do smooth and clean. For the price, its fantastic. VERY loud! So, you dont even need a pedal as it will get dirty if you want it to. Another option is a Markbass LM2 or 3 with a pedal. Light, great tone, very loud. Universally known as excellent amps.

[quote name='munkonthehill' post='951549' date='Sep 10 2010, 09:54 AM']yeah I started looking up the big al basses. what kind of tones are coming out of the single coils???? I cant help but think its going to be more trebly orientated.[/quote] Search for Big Al on youtube, there are a few reviews. Id say they are more 'warm' and vintage sounding than the Bongo...the pickups are neo and it has the 4 band EQ. The thing that really attracts me is the passive option and tone control.

Headless/Status mainly. Some of the weirder Warwick designs.

Hartke LH500 + Tech 21 BDDI or VT Bass. Personally, for modern punk, the BDDI. Or, you could try the Orange Bass Terror.

I think despite the fact its a very 'marmite' look, the Bongo (and the Big Al) will always be around due to the fact they are incredibly powerful basses. I personally like the style of both of them, but im leaning towards the Big Al again as I want 3 single coils.

[quote name='Legion' post='950090' date='Sep 8 2010, 11:28 PM']If you are going to aim for 2 cabs eventually then you have all the options available. Personally though I think you should consider RS210+RS212 or RS210+RS210. I'm leaving the RS112 out as although it's very nice I really like that vertical stack thing and the RS112 is not really high enough to get you there. The new finish is better as you say, but I'd still strongly recommend a cover.[/quote] +1 I would check all preset volumes and gain before worrying about the volume of this amp. It is monsterously loud.

IMO, the LM3 is the best, unless you really like the Rocker 'drive' sound. You can get the same effect or better with a dedicated and small pedal (which may even be used as a high quality DI). The LMT has nice features, but the tube only adds a very very subtle difference at higher volumes.

Mic the cab....much better! Although some DIs are excellent on amps. Ive not tried the MB one, but the RH450 DI is staggering!

[quote name='LukeFRC' post='948975' date='Sep 7 2010, 11:19 PM']I have a limit (3), but what I don't get (not just you) is why lots of similar basses? How many stingrays/precisions does one man need? (ok apart from John Entwhistle...) If I had a limit of 6 there would be 6 random different basses there.[/quote] I tried other basses/manufacturers, and didnt like them as much as the core three. I vene tried uber high end stuff. I get your point though, Im crazy. All my Rays are different models though.

As long as you play the one you want, and it really does literally sing to you, then go for it! I personally had a limit of 6 basses. I wont play them all equally, but I want them! Ive now got a collection of 'my' favourite basses. As yet, the uber high end bass GAS hasnt really hit me, and I dont think it will for a long time. Personally Im happy with a brand new Ray and another new amp, and keep the change That's me though. Just dont sell anything youll regret. I admit as well, sometimes things are so hyped, im let down. Although this only applied to the Metros I played in GuitarGuitar.