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Orange or Matamp. Forget the VR if you want nice low level volume tube grit. I tested a CL with the Orange AD200b Mk3 instore...with the Ampeg through an 8x10 and the Orange through its own Orange cabs. Orange won by miles. Simply different and totally brilliant. Simple, awesome tube grit, stunning to look at. All IMO of course. If you want low level volume full on dirt, look at Orange or Matamp. Both are UK made, and IMO, much nicer boutique amps. Dont even worry about the wattage difference.

I think another Tecamp 1x12 would be best. Brilliant mini stack. Email Tecamp and ask when the UK are getting a new dealer.

Clean clear mid scooped punch with nice highs. A little less lows, but more punch. Cuts though well. I do have a soft spot for my old Trace. VERY loud 400W head....so loud and clear.

I'd ask for a brand new unit. Then go from there

I picked up a LM1 a few weeks back, (not bought it, just picked it up to see what it weighed). WOW...what a difference. The back of the amp (transformer area?) was massively heavy. Good amps all round though. Simple, nice, warm tone. The two filters are key though.

[quote name='Clarky' post='703631' date='Jan 6 2010, 10:59 PM']Does this mean your London move is no more, Gareth? Best of luck in finding a band in the Newcastle area[/quote] Unfortunately, despite saving and planning for months, I think a more economical move is due. All of our money would be gone in 2 months in London, although I would still like to try living there once I'm more established and within a law firm. Thanks for all your advice though, I'm sure we will bump into each other in the near future. Oh, I also found work in Newcastle so that swayed it a bit! Always loved visiting it, so we are going to give it a go

Hi I am looking for a covers/function band or anything else on the professional side. I live in Newcastle, so anything in that area would be considered. Please PM me or email [email protected] for information. Thanks EDIT - No longer searching/available, found a suitable band

[quote name='Clarky' post='703475' date='Jan 6 2010, 09:09 PM']The attraction to me is that I think the best looking (to me THE classic) Jazz is a sunburst with rosewood neck and block markers and - like many others - I covet vintage instruments. I would prefer even older than early 70s but a late 60s Jazz is even more prohibitively expensive. You are almost certainly right that a more recent Jazz would be every bit as good a player and sound great but it just doesn't do as much for me. Its like a vintage Italian sports car is probably cr@p compared to a new Japanese sports car but I know what I would rather have.[/quote] I must agree. Until I can enjoy my gear more and get settled in my career, the vintage is out of reach. BUT, what I would like is the best of both...eg a new USA P/J and a vintage USA P/J. Then more....and more!

[quote name='Clarky' post='703357' date='Jan 6 2010, 07:54 PM']B*gger Think I will keep looking for an early 70s Jazz and hope that someone on eBay puts the wrong price as a B-I-N! Either that or Sibob will crack under the relentless pressure of my irritating PMs and say, "OK, Clarky I'll sell you mine, now will you please leave me alone?" [/quote] What is the Nash Jazz like? I think with the reissues, the 62 P and 75 Jazz seem to be favourites.

[quote name='jonthebass' post='702879' date='Jan 6 2010, 02:31 PM']Is everything OK over there? Anyone know? Regards, A curious Jon.[/quote] Jon, that Lakland in your avatar is stunning.

My two favourite amps I currently own....the Orange and TC. The MB LM3 is also fantastic. I tried a lot of all tube and micro amps, and these three instantly jumped out at me. Cabs wise...well, ive gone around in circles with them. The Orange with its respective cabs is absolutely awesome. I really like Aguilar cabs, so I bought some. I also really like the TC cabs, and they are great prices, so I want some now! Berg also make fantastic cabinets... There are other great manufacturers: EBS, Epifani, Mesa...the list is endless. If you like a big Ampeg sound but want modern features, give the TC a test.

[quote name='Flanker' post='702203' date='Jan 5 2010, 10:05 PM']I've tried everything too and have been frustrated by the lack of punch of my Puma1000. I was about to give up but a visit to BassDirect and trying everything Mark has !(Sorry!) led me to this.......... I tried the Berg with the TC heads (all of them) but it sounded best through my Puma, much to my relief really.My reservation about getting an NV cab has always been the weight/size but the castors help a lot and the tone is unmatched by any cab or combination of cabs I have tried/owned. This combination really provides a huge punchy sound - fantastic - can't wait to gig it![/quote] Wow! New colour on the Berg logo? Seriously would love an NV cab but I dont have the room or a car it will fit in It would work perfect with my RH450 or Orange.

White...mmm...love it. You knew Id love the binding/blocks....Im a sucker for them. Nice collection....very nice.

[url="http://fender.com/news/index.php?display_article=442"]http://fender.com/news/index.php?display_article=442[/url] Good combination of features...

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='701303' date='Jan 5 2010, 09:42 AM']I dunno... I'm beginning to wonder if 'light = lite' when it comes to tone.[/quote] I must admit some of the really lightweight amps do lack the tone...but thats just me. I like a big powerful vintage rock tone, but I also like the smooth fast and warm Markbass tone....as it has massive lows with such tiny amp. The RH450 is the closest Ive ever heard a micro sound like a tube amp. So much I made myself skint to buy one. But, its not hugely light....its about 10lbs, but it feels substantial. Some of these micros probably weigh less than a large effects pedal. Like the obsession with stupidy small phones, it seems the market balanced out with a larger size but better features (iphone, etc etc). I think some of the 'inaccuracies' and 'colour' that certain cabinets add actually really make a lovely tone. Its finding one you like. I always liked the 90s Trace cabs...they arent perfect...but I like the sound. Not tested the latest ones....but I imagine I will still like them. I think the obsession with lightweight and complete accuracy/no colour of tone, actually led me to realise thats not for everyone. I tried it...and didnt really see the massive deal with it. Maybe it because of the tones I like, and the music I listen to. For instance, Ive always wanted a Warwick, but I tried one 'on', as well as a Spector, and they just do not suit me. Im an idiot because I cant see past the vintage style of basses. Each to their own though. Thats the fun!

[quote name='AndyTravis' post='701578' date='Jan 5 2010, 01:44 PM']I've got the LPB! I think the neck may be unbound on this, and it's finished in Nitro, not poly...again, i think... I'm going to put both the covers on this one, may also get a shell pickguard on it too, just to change it up a bit.[/quote] IMO thats going to look bloody sexy. I love LPB....beats CAR anyday Covers will look awesome. Pics up when it gets to you

I still think ceramic works best for rock....that's after testing some high end neo gear. Aguilar DB 12s all the way.