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[quote name='Linus27' post='856328' date='Jun 3 2010, 05:33 PM']Yep, all the time in my driving guitar punk pop days. Used to break a string every 4 or 5 gigs but then I did play fairly heavy with a pick. Not heavy as in heavy music, heavy as in I play heavy. Got quite good as being able to improvise the bass lines with one less string. Quite a weird feeling when a string breaks. String goes all floppy and it feels like everything goes to jelly as both hands try to make contact with a solid string and trying to find the right note on a different string I have found that now I play with fingers more, I still dig in really hard and get a clanking sound as the strings hit the frets and pole pieces on the pickups. I tend to hit down on the strings rather that pluck them upwards. I guess its different if not ideal [/quote] +1 Back in my old band, I used to use light Rotos with a fairly heavy ish pick, and play REALLY fast, and when we were on tour the adrenaline often hit me onstage so id dig in far too much. Snapped a few E's and A's doing that. It will probably happen again. Recently Im playing much calmer music, but Im missing that massive adrenaline rush of playing ridiculously fast on a Precision. Cant beat punk.

There is possibly going to be a dealer for the north very soon.

Birdseye maple neck, thats it. Not keen on flame/quilted bodies, but thats just me

I still personally like having a pedal; I don't really want my phone on the floor

There is a few updates on the 'Schroeder' front. Are they still quite popular in the UK?

[quote name='CHRISDABASS' post='855555' date='Jun 2 2010, 11:43 PM']It seems like a lot but its because of the exchange rate! The NYC i bought 2 years ago when it was $2 to the £1 cost $4085 (just over £2000) now at today's rates the same bass would be £2800 ahh i remember the days when a metro 4 string was about £1400 im so glad i bought when i did [/quote] £1400 seems much more reasonable!

They do have some high end basses in stock, but I think the pricing, especially on Metro Sadowskys, is insane! Almost £2100. Its a shame most of their prices across the whole bass range is quite high.

[quote name='Doddy' post='855291' date='Jun 2 2010, 07:59 PM']So I'm guessing that the Rotisserie ovens and tumble dryers didn't give him the tone he was after. However,who would have guessed that he'd start endorsing Orange!! [url="http://www.bravewords.com/news/140090"]http://www.bravewords.com/news/140090[/url][/quote] This is quite cool.

I was going to say rosewood, but the colour of the bass and the pickups in this instance means the maple just tips it!

Yep, got it this afternoon, great App!

Yep its great!

Linus, I was cheeky for you and asked on the pricing of that Olympic White P, and he said the price is pretty much firm due to the charges he has to pay. I doubt you would be able to talk him down much. The thing is, people who do not know the market would probably pay that, but we know otherwise. If he said £500 all in itd be good, but £600 is too much.

Ive had a look at the specs and the CMD121H is a little too large unfortunately. Back to the drawing board!

[quote name='Linus27' post='855043' date='Jun 2 2010, 04:17 PM']Yeah the price is putting me to be honest. If it was £500 then I would go for it but £575 is quite steep considering they go for around £400 - £450 on here. Then like you say £650 for an MIA one. I think patience is needed.[/quote] I think £600 is WAY off the price it should be. You can find them for much better prices than that. You should be able to get a good MIA 08-10 in White for £650; perhaps a tiny bit more for a total minter if its barely been used. Depends on how much they want to sell it. Probably around £25 more for a sunburst.

Nice! I dont need anymore dirt pedals but thats one nice distortion! Aguilar do seem to get it right every time

www.interparcel.com

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='854542' date='Jun 2 2010, 10:16 AM']Despite being a proud Walkabout Scout owner, I'm actually wondering a similar thing, too. The RH450 and a single Berg HS210 sounds so lovely, it's actually pretty much displaced my Scout as my preferred 'rehearsal / small gig' setup. So.. I'm thinking of letting the Scout go, and getting something more of a one-hand carry for acoustic rehearsals and open mics. Thinking out loud... If TC did a 1x10 combo based on the RH450, I'd be all over it like a rash. I've thought about the Phil Jones stuff, but I've read VERY mixed reviews about the smaller boxes. The Super Flightcase looks interesting, though. The Markbass CMD 112P seems ideal - I can plug another cab into it if I need to, too - but it's ugly (in my opinion) and furry. It's still the current favourite, though. The Ibanez Promentheans have got me interested (especially the removable head, just in case something happens to the TC), but I'd like to try one first. The Genz Shuttles just don't do it for me. But, as I mentioned in another thread, trying these after the Scout is probably going to feel like having an ear cut off. ha ha.[/quote] Im with you on this WoT. There is little point in a TC combo for me as its basically what Ive already got with a space in the cab for the amp. I did look into the Walkabout for a long time, but I could never get t test one out. Needless to say, now I think one would be unnecessary for me as I get enough warmth/tube warmth from my Orange and RH450, (yes, a digital amp thats very very warm!). It would also not be a small light option. It would almost be the same as taking the LM3 and an RS210. What im looking for is a super awesome small-ish and light combo, the emphasis on the light for once with me. I too look into Phil Jones, but I dont think its exactly what Im looking for. I can see why they are popular, but Id rather the combo be a 1x12. The Markbass combos are the only ones that seem to tick all the boxes. The CMD121P seems very popular, but not so much love for the CMD121H...which is odd as the 121H isnt the piezo which no one seems to like. Maybe the 121H is too large? I cant tell from the pictures. I know Markbass isnt tubey, but its warm and clear compared to most amps in that range so Id be interested in trying them. The Shuttle Combos seems like a good idea, but I doubt id ever get on with the Genz tone. I also think the pricing is quite high for a combo. [quote name='Clarky' post='854547' date='Jun 2 2010, 10:20 AM']I used to have Markbass Jeff Berlin combo. Apart from the fact I had an unaccountable urge to pull the waistband of my jeans up to my chest and wear hi-tops, it was too clean sounding for me. There is no warmth in these amps IMHO, even if you play with the filters. If you love valvey-ness then these will not do it for you unless you have a pre-amp running into it (which increases complexity and cost)[/quote] I must admit, the JB combo was definitely on my list of combos to try out. I had a look in Soundslive, and the only problem I can see is the size.

Not 100% sold on it....never played a Jag in my life so I cannot comment. If there is a Newcastle basschatter buying one of these feel free to pop round

What is everyones ideal features for a combo amp? When I was younger, I was quite happy to sell my Trace combo for a Trace Amp Head/Cab setup. Great, it meant I could just take my amp to certain gig! Im still liking the idea of separates. Im happy with my amp/cabs, and I have no need for a combo, but I always end up looking at them. It would HAVE to be: Small Light Great clear tone (as it wont be used to for loud rock bands, Id like it to be very clear and crisp) iPod input Ability to play small gigs (against a quiet drummer) Good value Now, there is no need to vote for the Mesa Walkabout. We all know they are fantastic. Clarky did have a topic up a while back which was similar, but I thought I start something a little different. I think the GK MB combos look great. I wasnt exactly stunned by the Genz Shuttle 9.0, but I can see the advantages of the Shuttle 6 Combo. Then, there is obviously Markbass. Any other ideas? What works for you for small gigs and home practice?

I can guarantee that if you get a good 08-10 Precision, you will be very happy. I was so happy with mine I went and got another.

I've searched and found nothing...but I don't doubt for one second that this is real

Nice picture! Very nice collection.

[quote name='LawrenceH' post='853684' date='Jun 1 2010, 03:40 PM']That does sound interesting...do you have an option to effectively take the pre-amp out of the equation and see how the power amp sounds completely 'neutral' - it'd be good to know the difference between that and the stock voicing which to my ears doesn't sound flat at all.[/quote] Ohh, never though of that! Hmm, ill check it out.

A much more interesting update today! Uffe from TC has just emailed me a new update to the program. This is the part I was most interested in! Now, I can actually changed the 'baked in' tone of the amp, just like TC did with the Staccato 51. This then means you have full control of the EQ as normal once its saved onto the amp, but at completely different frequencies compared to the normal RH450 settings. Im assuming this means the world is your oyster with regards to tonal goals. You want a more clean Markbass tone with more sheen on the high end, youve got it! Then back to the normal RH450 settings once you plug back into the PC and restore the settings. I will let you all know once Ive had a play around.

[quote name='JMT3781' post='853554' date='Jun 1 2010, 01:44 PM']+1 on trying a 1515 I'm a little bit disappointed with my 1212L, i think i expected it to defy the laws of physics. I am still trying to find a 2x12 with as much grunt as the genz benz neox 212 which was just a complete stunner[/quote] I spent ages looking for the right 2x12. Its a difficult one, as the market has lots of options. So far, I havent found anything better than the Aguilar DB 12s. Ive tried Berg, and they still werent quite up there with the DB. Its not light, its pretty large, but its a seriously good one cab solution. The advantages are the casters that are removable, and the fact they look amazing and sound massive Im stilll looking for a lightweight 2x12 that ticks all the boxes, 4 ohms, nice horn, etc. BUT, I havent found it yet.