Musicman20

Ah yes! The audere sounds like a great upgrade. It was exactly that last night....the E and A were lost completely....but when the guitars werent riffing the bass sounded fantastic. As soon as a band came on with a P...the thump came back. I tend to find I can use less volume with a Precision...which again might be setup or pickups...but there we go!

My view? Check the for sale forum and pick up a MIJ Precision Bass. I had one for 15 years, and it was FANTASIC for the price. I sold it for £360 approx...and they hold their value.

I went to a small local gig last night. Small PA, Marshall/Mesa half stacks, loud drummers, etc. 2 bands had Precisions, one had a Jazz. Now I love the tone of both of these instruments, but I noticed the Jazz just didnt have that heft of the P. Obviously a lot of variables to take into mind, but I believe they all used the same amp/cab. Even I find at home, the Precision sits amazingly well in a mix through my headphones, yet the Jazz coasts alongside. This is in a rock context. Maybe its just the EQing, but a P just sounds awesome in a mix. The Jazz sometimes sounds a little more polite and sweeter, nice for soloing on the bridge pickup, but for no frills rock and roll, the P sits better. This is something Ive been noticing more and more....with other larger bands as well Ive been watching.

Hahhaa, they discussed this on talkbass, and the normal argument of 'dont mix drivers' came up. I dont really think Tecamp would make a cab that doesnt work...they make fantastic gear. Even if you shouldnt mix drivers, phase issues, and all that, I bet it sounds IMMENSE if you have an amp powerful enough.

[quote name='waynepunkdude' post='752826' date='Feb 21 2010, 02:31 PM']This is mine. [/quote] Thats cool!

[quote name='numptydumpty' post='752818' date='Feb 21 2010, 02:21 PM']I have found a possible neck donor for my P project but it is blocked and bound .Has anyone seen this done before?[/quote] Yep, Lakland do the same thing! Looks pretty nifty!

Hmm...my friends Dad had a USA G&L....he loves it...we compared it years ago to the Stingray I have. I must admit, the G&L has more tonal options, but it does not nail the sound I wanted in my head. The Ray sound is perfect for me, and yep, I love the shape/finish/tone etc.

[quote name='JMT3781' post='752796' date='Feb 21 2010, 02:01 PM']HI everyone need some advice. I have just sold my genz benz gbe750 and 2x12 cab because i got a great deal. Basically, i have a Dynacord lx2200 class d power amp.. its 1100 watts per channel at 4 ohm, and is light as a feather. The headroom is unbelievable, so a bass through it sounds amazing! I really want to use it, as this amp is worth about 1799 on its own, but i need help. Basically i want a nice valve preamp.. tempted with a summit audio td100 but might miss eq... then in terms of cabs, i want two 4x10's really, but am stuck between bergantino and markbass. I can get the markbass cabs at trade price, but would have to pay full wack for the bergs.. in just a bit stuck with what to do really... ANy advice JMT[/quote] This is just me, but I would go for the Markbass if you get them at trade. They still hold their value despite sometimes not being the favourite cabs. I like Markbass cabs, I dont own any, but Id like a few of their smaller ones. I do believe Markbass have a new line of cabinets due out so I would see what options they have. What size gigs are you playing? The reason I ask is one Markbass 4x10 might cover it (4ohms). Two of the new 2x12s might be quite nice! Markbass as you probably know have the classic 4x10s, classic 8x10, and the new yellow speaker 8x10 which is apparently pretty damn light for its size. If you go Berg, the NV610 will slay any Ampeg 8x10 going. It will also slay your bank balance! I nearly went for one second hand a few times on basschat, but I just cannot fit it in any car without changing it to an estate or fiddling with the seats. Its a shame...one day I will no doubt bite the bullet and get one anyway...but until ive got a safe and reliable way of getting it around, I cant get one

[quote name='CHRISDABASS' post='752790' date='Feb 21 2010, 01:56 PM']Well i guess i could always trade/sell the 2x10 on at a later date and get another 1x12?! hmmmmmm Look how gorgeous the white hot ones are [attachment=43198:products...db112_wh.jpg] wow!!![/quote] I must admit, and this is no reflection on what others may have found, but I prefer the Aguilar 'sound' over even more boutique manufacturers. They are the perfect blend of great looks, great build, awesome tone, smooth horn, great articulate performance, and the ability to do balls out rock/metal as well as jazz/blues and still 'fit in'. Not only that, but they are held with high regard throughout the bass world. The white is cool....but get a cover!

Personally? Id choose the Stingray....on looks and tone. Not only that, it seems my Rays almost play themselves...so sensitive I can play very lightly. The Rick...well Ive always wanted one, but I wont get one. Why? The dreaded problems I hear about. Necks/finish/binding...etc etc. Just cannot be bothered. They LOOK and SOUND fabulous though. The Warwick? I wouldnt mind a Corvette $$ or Streamer $$...but I really need to play the necks first. My opinion, if you struggle to play a neck, it means more than likely a technique adjustment is in order, and it might help build more muscles in your hands...(thats just a guess). Im used to P necks and my hands are small.

I must admit the RH sounds great with P/J basses. But, even my Rays sing through this amp. I am keeping the LM3 purely because I like the Markbass sound, and it really does click with the Ernie Bal sound.

Definitely give it a test....it might hit the sweetspot. I have no problems mixing drivers...eg 4x10 with 1x15 (yep, people say this is a bad idea, but I like the sound it makes, so meh). Recently, I heard the TC RS210 with 212, and it sounded FANTASTIC.

Looks like Danelectro...

[quote name='deej' post='752310' date='Feb 20 2010, 11:02 PM']The more I read about these, the more interested I am. Ive generally been thinking about upgrading to a valve amp as I like a dirty tone, but ive been thinking about getting something more versatile as I have plenty of pedals to add dirt if I want. How much grit you can get out of these amps? Im not looking for pure filth, but a bit of bite would be nice.[/quote] I like grit and dirt, and the tubetone is pretty damn sweet...having it on about 1/3 adds some 'hair' and warmth. 1/2 way it starts to be a bit more grindy.

[quote name='ashevans09' post='750846' date='Feb 19 2010, 01:11 PM']Really? How do they compare with the Ampeg? Cos tbh from the little experience I have with them they weren't too difficult to move around. That said over 810s I've seen were horrendous.[/quote] They are capable of a lot more low end and volume than the Ampegs according to the reviews and what not ive read. But, they are also heavier apparently. I think once you get to 8x10 size....its going to be pretty heavy anyway!

This is a classic thread already!

Polytune wins!

[quote name='ashevans09' post='750306' date='Feb 18 2010, 10:40 PM']Yup, lovely amps. Got the pleasure of hearing one of these through an Ampeg 810 at the Koko in London. Laaaaaaaverley. See these getting paired alot with the ampeg 810 come to think of it. Wondering if these bands'll make the switch when the orange 810 comes out?[/quote] I was thinking that. Ive noticed a few of the american bands switching to Aguilar cabs with Orange amps...hence what gave me the idea as well Those Aguilar DB810s weigh an absolute massive amount though.