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[quote name='waltsdog' post='780801' date='Mar 20 2010, 02:26 PM']Just tried a couple out, hardly even noticed the fanned frets after a couple of minutes. The ABZ really is awesome, wasn't that impressed with the combustions though.[/quote] Was there quite a lot of difference between the lower priced models?

Just read this thread fully. Remarkable story! Huwberry definitely had the funniest caption. Was the Natural/Maple/Black guard one of the original colours? Just wondering....as that was always my favourite Ray colour and I ended up buying one!

[quote name='Reissueplayer' post='780438' date='Mar 20 2010, 06:23 AM']I've just bought a TC Staccato and I'm considering their cabs as well. I've seen the cabs stacked vertically and I really like the idea of combining easy transportation, flexibility in placement and the thought of getting both ground contact as well as definition from something closer to the ears. Is there anyone on the forum that has tried and experienced this? What is the sound dispersion like? How do they compare to a 4x10 cab on the ground? Should I go for two RS210s or combine an RS212 with the RS210?[/quote] The main advantage is the 'height' of the sound for me. Its ear height, and you can have the horn set as you like at ear-ish level. That means you can hear yourself much better than a 4x10 sat on the ground. The advantage of two 2x10s is taking one for smaller gigs, stacking two, or placing side by side vertically/on top of each other horizontally. Lots of choices. My opinion on the RS212 front? I followed the Tbass thread, messaged a few players, and they all said the RS212+210 just 'works'. I asked Tom Bowlus and he mentioned that was his preferred setup out of the RS210x2 VS RS210+212. But, the RS210 will get low and punch like crazy. I just love the chewy mid range and little extra 'ummph' from the 12s....(its definitely there, the cab feels much 'fuller and louder'...but the RS210s are brilliant as well). You cant go wrong, esp at the price point. I think if TC were a US company we would be looking at a lot higher price once they were imported over here.

[quote name='Clarky' post='780766' date='Mar 20 2010, 01:33 PM']Yep, IMHO. But this thread was about tiny bedroom practice combos, Gareth [/quote] I always struggle with finding a tiny combo...I always think 'is it worth it' or 'should I just use what Ive got'. I still dont know whats best. Advantages are that I can plug in and not go to stupid volumes, negatives are that will end up gassing for the best. From the general consensus, the Roland and Line 6 combos seem pretty good. But thennnn I think, why not just get a nice 1x12 and use one of my amps. Hmmm. The joys of GAS. Is the Orange not what you hoped?

[quote name='pantherairsoft' post='780592' date='Mar 20 2010, 10:38 AM']As promised the replacement has arrived. Works perfect! Almost no operating noise at all and no vibrations. What a fantastic little combo. Impressive top end due to the tweeter and handles a low B far better than I imagined it could. Having blown a couple of Peavey MicroBass combo's in the past I was reluctant, buy my god… the lap tones this amp allows is stunning. Real loud and compact and punchy. The tone is clearly EBS, but not quite as clean as the big ams so you guys a little unsure of the sound may appreciate it. Perfect little home practice/small gig amp. Very happy[/quote] Thats a cool little combo.

[quote name='ase_one23' post='780617' date='Mar 20 2010, 11:03 AM']i'm after just the regular vt bass pedal, but waiting till the deluxe gets released so i can pounce on one when folk upgrade! wish they'd hurry up!!![/quote] Me too....because I want to test the new Deluxe!

Surely the Walkabout is the best combo ever?! Its the only amp I GAS for now.

P - sits in the mix perfectly esp with flats and tone rolled back a little....can 'grind' as well with ss rw strings and tone all the way up. Stingray - There is no hiding a Ray......cuts through the mix. Both brilliant.

I was about but only for the end of the first half and upto halfway through the second. The Metro still confuses me despite it being very straightforward. There were a lot more trains after the apparent 'last train home' so I should have stayed around. Bsss Doc's P/J is absolutely stunning. A very pro band, and it was great to see a mixture of all ages involved in one band.

Only popped in for an hour but I was very impressed. The metro took longer than expected though so I missed some I would have come to look at that lovely Fender but drool may have ruined the electrics.

[quote name='Tee' post='779751' date='Mar 19 2010, 01:44 PM']Hmm, not my kinda thing. Active electronics and too many knobs for me (the Precision in particular - only one less switch and one less knob than my AD200B amp head) :wacko:[/quote] I normally would agree....but Im finding a 5 string works better (Jazz) with a little help and a few modern twists. No doubt all the knobs will stay pretty much in one point for me.

[quote name='phsycoandy' post='778779' date='Mar 18 2010, 04:19 PM'] Sadowsky basses. RV4 & MV4PJ MB Cabs 102HF & 102P powered by LM11. Focusrite Compressor thingy.[/quote] I must admit ive always been tempted by Markbass 2x10s....nice setup

Yep....apparently Fender tried to keep these basses from being leaked. I imagine they wanted a large website/email promo all on the same day with launch at a show. Some of the dealers in the USA obtained them early and advertised straight away. Either way, its worked, as I really want one. There are rumours that Fender give these instruments special attention when it comes to fit/finish/fretwork. Basically, trying to take a slice of the super-jazz/precision market. Kudos to them I say...if they get it right and keep the prices at what Ive seen (or lower as normally occurs when they have been out for a while) then Ill be making an order. I would love to A/B these with a Sadowsky Metro....

[quote name='BottomEndian' post='779635' date='Mar 19 2010, 12:04 PM']This could certainly happen if the MIA Fenders carry on being as good as they are at the moment. (Do they play as well/better than vintage Fenders? I dunno.) It's [i]conceivable[/i] that 20/30/40 years from now, the 2009/10 models (for example) will be the must-have vintage Fenders. There are no guarantees in these things.[/quote] Hahah heres hoping mate. Ill be keeping mine at home then

[quote name='The Bass Doc' post='779219' date='Mar 18 2010, 10:15 PM']It's free!!!! And a jolly good pub - real ales an' all. On about 9.15pm.[/quote] Oh heck....real ales....cannot go wrong! Just looked at the pubs website; looks quite sw***y! I will bring m'lady no doubt. Hopefully should be there.

I may pop down! What is the venue like etc etc etc? I have never been before so im not sure what to expect. What time are you on and is there a door price? Thanks!

[quote name='charic' post='778204' date='Mar 18 2010, 06:48 AM']bright white gets my vote[/quote] +1