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[quote name='Pete Academy' post='879351' date='Jun 27 2010, 11:21 PM']It's great but the mix is terrible. No bass whatsoever.[/quote] On superstition it appears Nate took his bass off to play keys! It was really noticeable.

He's a big chap but sooo many good songs!!!

I think it's pretty good, but I've not seen much of him before.

[quote name='merello' post='879312' date='Jun 27 2010, 10:31 PM']Nathan Watts - Allevo Copollo?[/quote] Is it an F bass or whatever they are called? I saw the sillouette of a Bongo 5 headstock when the camera went behind him...I think.

I would definitely test before doing it. The NY122 has a high sensitivity and is £727...and you only need one. I'd be tempted to stick with what you've got.

You've got a modular 4x10, which is pretty loud. No 1x12 will match it, but a 2x12 setup might get close. Have you seen the MB NY122? Light, compact, and on paper appears to be very very loud.

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Does anyone have any information on the large bodied hollow bass guitars that are around? Nothing as expensive as that amazing Gretsch for sale in the forum, but similar? This is the 'style' im after, but not as expensive - [url="http://www.gretschguitars.com/gear/index.php?product=G6136LSB&cat1=&cat2=&q=&st=1"]http://www.gretschguitars.com/gear/index.p...amp;q=&st=1[/url] I dont know what the market is like on these. Are they pretty much all under normal scale size? Im really craving that deep thumpy sound these bad boys make, along with the fact they look stunning. Cheers

Does anyone have any information on the large bodied hollow bass guitars that are around? Nothing as expensive as that amazing Gretsch for sale in the forum, but similar? This is the 'style' im after, but not as expensive - [url="http://www.gretschguitars.com/gear/index.php?product=G6136LSB&cat1=&cat2=&q=&st=1"]http://www.gretschguitars.com/gear/index.p...amp;q=&st=1[/url] I dont know what the market is like on these. Are they pretty much all under normal scale size? Im really craving that deep thumpy sound these bad boys make, along with the fact they look stunning. Cheers Edit - Just found the Jack Cassady Epiphone..mmmm

[quote name='aznbass' post='878874' date='Jun 27 2010, 02:59 PM']I normally hate muse, but i think they were great live. And the scissor sisters, brilliant, especially with the Kylie Minogue.[/quote] Scissor Sisters always come across extremely pro. Kate Nash was plain awful.

That is one HEAVY cab, I agree, but it does sound HUGE. I cant imagine wanting to move it around in this heat hahah!

The Bass Terror is damn loud. If you like your tone quite dirty its even louder because of the gain. I very much imagine it will sound huge through that cabinet.

[quote name='JTUK' post='878798' date='Jun 27 2010, 01:30 PM']Anyone who thinks that is the work of a 3 piece ..well, words fail me. Still, lots of bands fly in stuff so no real big deal there anyway. Two years ago, I'd say they would have been the premier festival act...now it just doesn't work as well. They have loads of hits and anthems to parade but not sure they are still a worthwhile act in that sense on the basis of these performances. Drum sounds was awful, to my ears but I would imagine it is really hard the get their touring show up and running for a quick one-off festival rig so not that worried about the mixes as such as they must be a pig to do and needs loads of time. Swapping out so many basses..well, lets not go there...just another thing to bash them with, I'd say. If your basic sound is cluttered or changed so much..what is with so many swaps..? So..does nothing at all for me..[/quote] I have to agree with you there. Ive seen them live at Leeds Festival before and they seemed to have a hell of a lot more raw energy than they did last night. Certainly not the gig I was expecting. I quite like Muse, but there use of tons of effects live starts to get on my nerves after a while. Impressive noise for a 3 piece mind. Sorry, I have to say I personally think the move to Status is a bad one. They sounded tinny and hifi, not what Muse is about. But the TV sound obviously wasnt what it was like live. He is quite a good bass player, but jees they need to get a little more excited and interact with EACH OTHER. It just felt like I was watching someone do their day job with very little spark.

[quote name='Jigster' post='878638' date='Jun 27 2010, 09:18 AM']the guy in The Cribs also had a vintagey looked s/b PBass - altho no great definition, guitars too loud - or just the mix sounding crap on the tv?[/quote] I saw the highlights for The Cribs and he seemed to have a nice vintage P bass....mmmm. Scissor Sisters bass player was using an Aguilar rig...nice to see something that isn't Ampeg. Dead Weathers bass was awesome. I'm guessing they are super expensive?! The Status sound definitely doesn't suit Muse; way too hifi!

[quote name='Linus27' post='878547' date='Jun 27 2010, 12:40 AM']Cool, thank you. I also heard that the keyboards were doing some strange things. Not a new band as such. It's a U2 tribute band that I dep for when the bass player can't make it. I kind of got recommended as I know all the U2 stuff. Not really my cup of tea playing covers as I find it really hard to draw any emotion from and a bit like painting by numbers. Not a negative comment towards those who do covers but my 23 years of bass playing has always been originals so it feels a little weird playing covers However, a great bunch of musicians and they always go down really well. Encores every time and always people up dancing so still good fun and bonus that you get paid for it Guitarist is also going to play for my originals project.[/quote] Sounds great!

That screams power supply problem...sounds like it was fluctuating. I doubt it's your setup Is this a new band you've joined?

Plug in Baby is a classic... I could barely hear the bass if I'm honest but that's probably the TV. U2 were meant to headline weren't they? Until Bono became unable to do it.

[quote name='steve-soar' post='878336' date='Jun 26 2010, 06:24 PM']S2 with a headstock?[/quote] Not a fan of the Status basses he is using. The headless one looks more like a guitar it's that small. No offence chaps but that is far too 80s for my liking!

[quote name='BottomEndian' post='878247' date='Jun 26 2010, 04:23 PM'][url="http://allevacoppolo.com/artists/nate-watts-artist"]Alleva Coppolo[/url]. 34", and yup, a rank headstock.[/quote] As much as I like Alleva, the headstocks are a bit 'meh'.

[quote name='Lfalex v1.1' post='878124' date='Jun 26 2010, 01:26 PM']Whilst it may be a little against the grain in a "P" thread, have you considered either the new East P-Retro or the Villex tone shaper. Both have been favourably received on BC and might present an interesting slant on the "P" sound. Otherwise, if you go down the pick-up route, a phone call to custom manufacturers like Wizard or Armstrong might be an idea. Tell them what you're after (in comparison to other pick-ups) and they might be able to do something for you.[/quote] Ah interesting slant, good idea! Especially the East P Retro.

[quote name='dr1' post='878025' date='Jun 26 2010, 10:54 AM']maybe you just want a jazz bass now but you aint aware of that? your next step could be strings. maybe you already doin it, but one P with flats other with rounds etc.[/quote] Got this part sorted already. I like the Jazz a hell of a lot, but the Precision just feels instantly 'right' and sits easier in a rock mix IMO. I have a set of TI flats to fit to one of the Ps once the Fender Nickels are well and truly ready to be changed.

As much as I realise the Shuker would be nice, its still not 'Precision' enough for me. I realise its not really a custom, but after investigating the custom route, its not something im really after. Im going to stick with what Ive got until I can look into the Custom Shop range. The 62 Reissue would be nice, so thats something to look into. Id prefer a Custom Shop though. I do like what Lakland do, but Ive had a nightmare trying to buy one in the past so I wont be going down that route.

Thanks for the input. Anyway, for me, it would have to stay simple...as originally designed. No extras, no fancy wood, (other than a lovely birdseye neck with rosewood board maybe) just a really well made Precision with the best pickup known to man. Im probably much better off sticking with what Ive got, as the next step is a LOT more money and might not offer that much more. Custom Shop Fender would be my next stop I think, (I havent heard one non-Fender that sound EXACTLY how I like a Precision to sound....yet.....and the Fender 'feel' is right for me).

Off topic, that sunburst is fantastic!