Musicman20

[quote name='molan' post='839370' date='May 16 2010, 11:07 PM']Great cab - incredibly cheap![/quote] +1, that is going to sound massive and its within the basschat realms so a nice chap to deal with

[quote name='3V17C' post='839375' date='May 16 2010, 11:16 PM']i'm in the same boat as the OP. Recently joined new band, been rehearsing once a week but now first gig is getting closer band leader has upped it to twice a week... we're only doing a 45 minute set so does seem overkill to me..theres only so many times you can go through the same handful of songs!! Also most of the rehearsals are 45 minutes away and in the 9pm til midnight slot which twice a week is a bit much i reckon. Admittedly the band leader pays for all rehearsal costs and is aware that i'm more than up to speed with the songs (extra rehearsals seem to be for drummers benefit) and he's even offered to pay my petrol money (which i won't take as thats not an issue) but i dunno... i don't want to get bored with the songs before we've even gigged them!! peace c[/quote] I agree, and the fact im inbetween work isnt helping. Money isnt good at the moment, and I cant spend it all on rehearsals. Hmm, a chat is in order me thinks.

[quote name='acidbass' post='839328' date='May 16 2010, 10:11 PM']For a new band I joined recently, we had to practice three nights a week, four hours a night, for six weeks on the run up to the first gig. I feel your pain! Needless to say though, it was worth every penny spent on fuel costs. The band was tight as ever and it felt like we'd been together for years by the time the first gig came along. Nowadays, we rehearse once a week regularly on a Wednesday evening to keep things sharp. I regret none of it, I'm happy to say! Danny[/quote] I agree, at first, it needs doing to get the players upto speed. But this has been going on since February and its mid-May now hahah. Im ready, and I cant afford to keep spending on something that isnt paying out.

[quote name='BurritoBass' post='839321' date='May 16 2010, 10:01 PM']It does seem a lot - I assume you have a big tour or recording to do? I was once in a band for 3.5yrs who only managed 7 rehearsals in the whole life of the band- the other extreme! My current lot are struggling to find a weekly slot due to shift work, distance etc. I see a weekly rehearsal as somewhat of a luxury[/quote] No tour, no recording (although it is scheduled for late summer). If we do record, its purely covers for the promotional cd. Dont get me wrong, they like to be as professional as possible, and they have had some amazing gigs before I/the vocalist recently joined (which meant they had to stop gigging for a few months). Ive recorded lots of times before so play covers like we do is no issue. We have no big tours, just a wedding planned for mid-July and one in June. In fact, I was hoping we would be gigging at least once every two weeks from June onwards but nope. I have been told they are opening the diary for bookings from now though...

Yep, as I figured, we are going OTT, for me anyway! The practice slots are from 6-10, with 45 mins travel each way so Im out the house for 6 hours some nights. Doing that twice a week is overkill. When I finally get into my law career, they are going to have to cool the rehearsals as my work will be priority. Not only that, I practice once every two weeks with my originals band. Its much more relaxed and we dont need anymore than that. 2-3 hours is more than enough.

[quote name='Pkomor' post='839277' date='May 16 2010, 09:22 PM']Yeah, I'll do a review when they arrive! It might not be for a bit though, because Darren is still waiting for them to come in at the bass merchant.. [/quote] Good choice on F1 and cab!

Hi chaps What do people class as a normal rehearsal schedule? I pretty much nail songs quickly and I can always just play around live if I dont remember the EXACT line.... Just recently, Im finding the rehearsal schedule with one of my bands a little too busy. I personally think once a week is enough, considering the traveling and cost. I know my playing is good enough to practice once a week and be comfortable. I could even do once every two weeks as I do go through the ENTIRE set on my ipod/RH450 at least once a week at home. At the moment its twice a week, two nights in a row. Thats basically 5-6 hours for two nights a week and im finding it a little over the top. What does everyone else think?! Ive never had to practice this much with a band as I confident in my playing. Cheers

[quote name='BT!' post='839158' date='May 16 2010, 07:44 PM']im always tempted by both these basses. the g&l for my hot water music obsession. stingray for nearly everything else[/quote] Didnt the HWM bassist use Stingrays then switched to G&Ls later in their career?

[quote name='Rachel' post='838957' date='May 16 2010, 04:23 PM']Think you've hit the nail on the head... I don't think it is the 1001RB-II, just the 1001 RB. And I think the cabs are quite old as when I tried to find the 2x12s, they were under a 'vintage'heading - discontinued... See, I like the initial GK head I looked at, that was the 700 RB-II model, brand new, £505. It's just hard trying to find a decent cab to go with it that won't break the bank or my back!![/quote] Id recommend to stick with the latest models, but thats just me. Hmmm, you could go with a new GK amp head like the 700 RB-II, or indeed their new version of the lightweight amp, the MB500 (tiny little thing, very loud). The latest version of that is just called the MB500, without the '2' in it. Approx £500 or less for than amp. The MB500 is the amp inside the combos I listed above. Then you could buy one second hand cab....or indeed one new cab perhaps, and if you wanted to, get another down the line. Hmm, i bet there are a fair few actually in the for sale bit in here. There was a 10001RB-II for sale really cheap a few weeks ago. Take your time with it...its a buyers market

[quote name='Rachel' post='838906' date='May 16 2010, 03:19 PM']Hi Musicman20! That's useful... So, *deep breath* do you think my best bet would be to go for the RB1001 GK head with the 212 and 210 SWR Working Pro Cabs? It's been offered at £700... From what people have said, I'm guessing that perhaps the 212 would be adequate for smaller pub gigs and then the two together would be even better than a 4x10 for bigger venues..?[/quote] Hi Is it the 1001RB-II? I know they always get a lot of praise....have they supplied pictures? Some 2x12 + 2x10 cabs work together pretty well, I found this out with my TC Rig. A 2x12 plus a 2x10 from SWR would, Im pretty sure, be pretty damn huge sounding and would move more air than the Peavey...plus you would have the option of taking one like you said. But id check which era they are from and what wattage they can handle....the 2x10 Workingman Pro ive seen on the SWR site is only 200W rated, and that 1001RB-II is capable of some serious volume. Hmm...cab choice is the difficult one here.

[quote name='Rachel' post='838896' date='May 16 2010, 03:08 PM']Hi Lawerence I'm after a nice smooth, full and sexy sound - I also want it to pack a punch and remind people of my presence! I play with my fingers and styles vary but mostly I would say rock. Generally I play in a three piece so I need a good 'full' sound so that levels don't drop during guitar solos (we don't have a rhythm player). As far as roadies go, there aren't any. I'm a 5'7'' but slightly built woman... I'm not amazingly strong but can lift things with others (at the moment I'm playing with a Marshall Bass state 150w, which is incredibly heavy for the power it produces [39kg] - my hubby can lift it by himself, but he doesn't come to all gigs and the singer and I have to lift it together) so something lighter would be beneficial! Am still umming and aahing over my options... ! I like the idea of the rig with the 2x12 and 2x10 cabs, but will they give me the sound I'm after? Also, what are SWR and Warwick like? I have no idea! Still feeling like a 4x10 is the way forward...[/quote] A 2x12 will ALMOST cover the sound of a 4x10. If its fairly high end 2x12, it will be much better than the Peavey 4x10. Two quality 2x10s will bury the Peavey....without a doubt. The GK 2x10 combo plus a 2x10 cab would be massively loud! Plus no doubt the GK internals are a better spec cf to the Peavey. I like 4x10s but I barely use my Orange one due to its size and weight. It sounds massive, but it only comes out for venues where I have good transport to and from, (and the venue is large enough).

[quote name='Rachel' post='838785' date='May 16 2010, 12:34 PM']Argh! Ok, so I thought I knew what I wanted, but now I don't know... Since posting on here, I have had some great advice and now I don't know if I should stick with my original plan (I like the frequency response on the Peavey cab as it seems to go down lower than others, but again - could not be too important??) or go for one of the following: The combo amp recommended by Musicman 20 The rig posted by Molan OR...I have just been offered an RB 1001 GK head, with a 212 + 210 SWR working pro rig for £700. HELP! What's the best do we think? I am delighted and but totally out of my depth with these options![/quote] The RB1001 is apparently really good..tons of headroom. I know JTUK had SWR cabs so he might be able to help with them.

[quote name='Rachel' post='838785' date='May 16 2010, 12:34 PM']Argh! Ok, so I thought I knew what I wanted, but now I don't know... Since posting on here, I have had some great advice and now I don't know if I should stick with my original plan (I like the frequency response on the Peavey cab as it seems to go down lower than others, but again - could not be too important??) or go for one of the following: The combo amp recommended by Musicman 20 The rig posted by Molan OR...I have just been offered an RB 1001 GK head, with a 212 + 210 SWR working pro rig for £700. HELP! What's the best do we think? I am delighted and but totally out of my depth with these options![/quote] When I was shopping for new amps/cabs, this is exactly what happened. LOTS of options nowadays, which is great. I do agree with Molan, a second hand rig off here will save you money and you will essentially get more. This is the combo I recommended: [url="http://www.gallien-krueger.com/products_mbCombos.html"]http://www.gallien-krueger.com/products_mbCombos.html[/url] They have the 210 versions in the UK now. The difference is, the 212 combo (which is a 4 ohm combo) will sound bigger on its own, as its 12s and the full 500W is going into the internal speakers. With the 210 (which is an 8 ohm combo) version, you can add another 210 cabinet down the line. Personally, I think the 212 is a really good option if you are going for a new item, but as yet they are not on UK websites, so id suggest contacting a store like the Bass Merchant and asking for dates on release. The 210 combo is out now here: [url="http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gallien-krueger-mb-210-bass-guitar-amp-combo--70248"]http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gallien-krueg...mp-combo--70248[/url] If I were going for a decent manufacturer with a good value for money factor with great tone, it would be GK. The Peavey cab will be built like a tank, and weigh like one. I wouldnt worry about the specs so much. I used to own a Peavey 4x10 and they do push some air, but they arent that great IMO.

Your choice of amp head is great...GK amps are well reknowned for having lots of power. The Peavey idea might be worth changing....what venues sizes are you playing? Do you normally have the option to DI into the PA from your amp? I do have a suggestion if you like GK amps. I suggested it to another forum member and he loves it. They make new lightweight combos that are extremely good value for money and will have gobs of volume on tap. Plus the weight will be approx half of what you are looking at now. If you go on the GK website, check for the MB212 Combo. 500w into two 12 inch speakers. Around £600 for the whole thing!!!

Sansamp/Tone Hammer (or other DI type pedal) is the easiest way with great sound. Personally if I had the extra cash, a Markbass F1 would be in my collection. Very small, very light, and a tight punchy tone.

[quote name='CHRISDABASS' post='838684' date='May 16 2010, 10:41 AM']Nice DB212 mate! i have a DB210 [attachment=49888:photo_4.jpg] its fantastic! really portable and surprisingly loud for such a small cab. i'd love to get another one or maybe a DB115...... [/quote] That DB210 looks like a great size, and it comes with casters as well doesn't it? I bet it packs a punch. Nice picture

[quote name='Linus27' post='838512' date='May 15 2010, 11:02 PM']I have 2 x GS112 and they really are amazing sounding cabs. I run them with my Genz Benz Shuttle 6 amp and I have no need or desire to change either.[/quote] Very fine setup. I hear great things about the GS112s

Well, just to finish off the review, I sold on the White/Tort Precision I bought off Clarky, as I was putting the money towards other basses/amps/cabs. BUT, I then found another brilliant example of a 3 Tone Sunburst Precision w/Tort plate and rosewood neck. Same great features, 2009 model. This had been set up with stunningly low action by the store, and ive left it like that. Yet again the colour is excellent. The rosewood just has that extra softness when you are playing with an ever so slightly warmer tone.

The DJ was still much nicer! I very much doubt these new basses will hold that Lakland magic now everything is all change.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, but I have a feeling Aguilar will release a lightweight line soon. As long as they stick with their usual program, I'd be tempted. It would have to be quite something to match this DB212 though.

Personally I'd stick with the White...it works. Brown tort is the best tort there is but it doesn't look as good on black as it does White or 3TS.