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[quote name='jim_bass' post='707470' date='Jan 10 2010, 11:04 AM']Pooles music in Grimsby are fairly good too, although limited in stock. Went to try out a squier classic vibe jazz, but it was expensive compared to soundslive etc.[/quote] +1 to Pooles in Grimsby, I forgot about them. They will match prices and I get my Orange stuff from them now. Pete is a brilliant chap and looks after my setups if I need something checking out. Great store for a small town.

I like the idea of that tiny light combo, but the price will put me off. I hope the retail price is decent. I really dont understand the large cabs, plus Ive not seen anyone using them yet, but I would be interested to hear!

[quote name='tombboy' post='706811' date='Jan 9 2010, 05:49 PM']Bass Merchant is the only dedicated store I have used and can't fault it at all. Darren is a pleasure to deal with and makes you feel welcome like an old friend. [/quote] Best: Bass Merchant. Yep, I totally agree. Darren (and Chris) treats all his customers like old friends and always has nice new bass toys to play with. He also has fantastic prices. I spent ages trying to find a store that dealt with the brands I like all under one roof, and I found it. EDIT - Pooles in Grimsby are also good. For a small town, they can get hold of some nice gear if you ask, and will pricematch. I use them for my Orange gear now, and any setups/checkovers. Pretty good: Soundslive and GuitarGuitar are really nice chaps. Always reply fast to emails. Worst: Personally, it has to be PMT in Leeds. I put a post up about 8-10 months ago about the terrible service they gave me on a new 08/09 American Series Jazz. They tried to pass it off as new, it was scratched. They then said it was the best they could do for the price match, (even though ALL stores online had them at £829...the same price, and Id just spent a lot of money on mr Orange OBC410 and AD200b Mk3 with them!). The same chap then lied to my face, and said it would be a new bass when I next went in. Two weeks pass, I remembered the serial number roughly, and yep, 'here is your new bass' turned into me opening the case to notice it was the same one but poorly polished. I complained to Fender UK and they were furious. Its a shame, PMT stock a lot of great gear....but I blame that store/assistant.

[quote name='Clarky' post='707392' date='Jan 10 2010, 09:47 AM']What was he thinking too? He almost always plays Fender or fender-shaped basses. I'm afraid that is fugly IMHO. A bit like the sort of thing Def Leppard would have played in the big hair days[/quote] +1....thats just a mess of a bass. Its like he's trying far too hard. I certainly think Lakland should have picked him up instead. [quote name='neilb' post='707411' date='Jan 10 2010, 10:04 AM']trying to emulate Entwistle? whatever he plays, the plodding 16th note patterns on the 3 chords he knows will sound the same. Runs for cover......[/quote] Hahaha, it had to be said.

[quote name='pete.young' post='705550' date='Jan 8 2010, 02:54 PM']Darren at Bass Merchant has 'em, and uses them in his own rig.[/quote] Yep....and after I tested them, I have to agree. I wasnt sure, after owning Berg gear. Berg gear is top of its game and top prices if you buy new. But bloomin heck, the RS cabs are very very nice. I dont know how they have done it, especially at fairly low-ish prices, but they do a very good job. Plus, if you want to take one, you can! Berg HS410 is very nice...just sold mine on due to having too much cab-wise, but it was very nice indeed. Compact and sounded massive. Go 2nd hand though.

[quote name='Conan' post='706977' date='Jan 9 2010, 08:04 PM']Hope you've got a decent-sized spare room to fit all that gear into!! [/quote] LOL....yep...that was the requirement...and a good lift/security. We arent having a spare room....its a music room Might leave some with the rents but not sure what yet....see how it goes.

Anyone A/Bed the RS210 x 2 against RS210 + RS212? Decisions!

If you where nearby Id say come and have a test of mine. Seriously, A/B them if you can. Thats what led to me getting the Orange.

[quote name='Conan' post='706951' date='Jan 9 2010, 07:43 PM']Good luck mate! Might bump into you one of these days!! [/quote] Probably will, cheers!

[quote name='Marcus' post='706948' date='Jan 9 2010, 07:40 PM']Guys.... An IP112 stack is top of my amp shopping list just now I've got to hear one along side a TC450 RS210/RS212[/quote] Don't let the fact the RS cabs are cheaper put you off. A test will definitely help. I never thought about them until I heard the 210/212 together and it sounds fantastic! Brilliant with a Lakland JO5, stunning B. I'm now gassing for them due to the form factor!

[quote name='BottomEndian' post='703664' date='Jan 6 2010, 11:34 PM']Top stuff! Best of luck in the Toon. I moved up here from Yorkshire for university, and I couldn't imagine moving away again now (well, I mean, I've gone all genteel and moved out into Tynedale, but it still counts ). Give it a couple of years and you might have figured out enough Geordie to hold a conversation... Can't offer any direct help with finding a band, I'm afraid, but there's a cracking scene of heavy/punky/screamy stuff in Newcastle. A lot of energy and ambition. You should find something pretty easily.[/quote] Thanks!!! Hopefully I will settle quickly. Sorted a nice apartment in the centre with my girlfriend yesterday. Now I need a band asap!

I sold my HS410 due to space and needing a small rig for living in Newcastle. The weight didn't bother me...and the tone was great. Not sure what Berg would suit me for future gigs. I do like how well made they are, but the prices to buy new are very high.

[quote name='alexisonfire' post='705874' date='Jan 8 2010, 06:55 PM']That say's to me I'd have to buy a bass and an amplifier to be able to be eligible. Probs just go for an interest payable one, GAK will have them avaliable the end of the month. Shame really because city music in Brum have offered me an AD200B for £1100 outright :/[/quote] That's roughly what I paid new for mine. It wasn't in the store longer than a week so it was immaculate. 3 yr guarantee as well. Beat the Ampeg hands down. [quote name='umph' post='705894' date='Jan 8 2010, 07:15 PM']front end gain from an orange? how much further can they get from the original matamps! They made be made in the uk but that doesn't make them any better than something made in china. It's still on a pcb and the valves are still pcb mounted to and all the wiring is done with spade connectors and borderline components are used. get a matamp, same price MUCH better quality.[/quote] I very much doubt anyone can tell any difference between ptp and pcb. It doesn't bother me. The amp looks fantastic, isn't too heavy, has lovely fat creamy tone, and a fantastic gain control. I will be purchasing a Matamp in 2010 if all goes well, but when I gigged a friends it didn't speak to me instantly like the Orange. Not dissin them though, could have been the tubes. The whole issue of where it was manufactured matters very little in this day and age. My TC is made in Malasia I think, and it's fantastic. It's brilliant to have the manufacturer in the UK for cost and warranty issues. Orange have always been 100% helpful with me with every email or call I made.

If I go Berg again it will be ceramic again. I'm thinking big NV cab, or two small 12s. I appreciate the AEs have a great look, and weigh less, but when I A/B'ed some to me there was an inherent neo aggressive honk which is nice, but I'd rather dial it in. Weight now has become a non issue for me, my tone preferences come first. Not knocking neo bergs, incredible kit!

[quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='704988' date='Jan 7 2010, 11:33 PM']I thought new Oranges were put in boxes in the UK but the internals were made in China, except for the initial run.[/quote] I emailed Orange when I was after an amp and I hadnt decided. Parts from most amps in the world are from all over the place, but apparently its all constructed, made and put together in the UK. I also compared, (guitar wise) their PPC212CB with the Chinese PPC212OB....massive difference. Not only bigger and better made, with thicker wood (which, after testing other guitar brands with a mate, definitely makes a difference) but also they had top notch 100% construction and tolex covering.

[quote name='umph' post='704978' date='Jan 7 2010, 11:24 PM']low level? haha[/quote] Yeah...as in if you want a really nice grit but not as high levels every time. Like at home etc. Or quiter practicing. Most the time though...crank it.

[quote name='51m0n' post='704872' date='Jan 7 2010, 10:13 PM']If you say so I've seen the NV series next to the AE series and for me the AE has it on looks as well. My photography skills are, limited, at best, so dont try and compare anything from the photos I've taken [/quote] Ah, I agree the AE spray finish is great, very professional...but the NV610 with the Orange looks stunning...what a brilliant combination. The Matamp also looks great! I love micro amps and small cabs, but they just dont look as visually stunning as a proper tube amp with a good cabinet. I am also a little bit weird as I just never liked racked gear, but I can see why people do use them.

[quote name='alexisonfire' post='704942' date='Jan 7 2010, 10:57 PM']This is the reason Im swaying towards the Orange (need to check out the matamp stuff), DIRT at a decent level, do you think it would pair ok with my SVT410HLF, I don't really want to have to shell out for a new cab![/quote] I think most the amps listed will be fine with it. But....you may end up gassing for Orange/Aguilar/Matamp/Berg NV cabs after a few months....its like a disease once you start hahaha.

Recently tried both of the newer models. Same sound pretty much, the DJ has the blocks/binding/smaller body/modern paint whereas the JO is a classic Jazz with normal colours. Both great.

[quote name='Flanker' post='703802' date='Jan 7 2010, 08:33 AM']I've wanted one for ages but have always shied away from the weight. Yes it's big and heavy but the tone is awesome! The castors really make a big difference. [/quote] [quote name='obbm' post='703813' date='Jan 7 2010, 08:54 AM']This NV610 was mine for a while. Amazing sound ..... ..... but the size and weight proved too much.[/quote] These two win on looks. If I had room I would have both. I dont have a car big enough for either