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[quote name='punkypuncher' timestamp='1386723662' post='2303833'] Had a call from the Managing Director today, very apologetic, offered me a AD200B. Chuffed to nuts [/quote] WHAT!??!?! That is superb. What I can say is that Orange, being based in the UK, are extremely easy to deal with. Getting replacement heads every time is actually good, but they shouldn't keep blowing...bad luck I guess. See, if it were me, I'd see this as a good thread. Good service, replacements (assuming at no cost) and dealt with properly. You will not get this with many other brands. Ampeg? No way. Aguilar are great, but you pay for the fact they are imported and NOW we have a dealer network they have shot up £100! If you like the Orange, stick with it. Good folks and good products, and good prices as we are much closer to them!

What type of 'bass/lows' are you looking for? I think some of the other BF cabs might be more suitable if you want absolutely masses of deep low end?!

[quote name='rubis' timestamp='1386708872' post='2303517'] The Mackie Blackjack gets good write ups for the quality of its pre's, but I'm not sure that it has digital input for your RH750 output I have a pre owned TC Electronic Konnekt 8 which sounds very nice and has all the connectivity you need and it's Firewire, a DI from my BH250 sounds good too, I've heard the RH digital out is awesome I think Presonus and Focusrite have good pre's from what I've read of them I use a Rode NT1 for vocals and acoustic guitar and I intend to get an SM57 for miking a g****r combo, you might consider something from Red5 which seem very good value for money, I may even end up with some of their stuff as it won't be leaving the house, it won't need to be as sturdy as a Sure mic There's plenty of info and reviews to trawl through and Gearslutz is a good source of user reviews Best of luck with your endevours [/quote] Cheers! On thinking about it, I doubt I'll mic the guitar rig...probably just straight in and mess about on the computer with adding the tones I want...bass would be DI'd or digital from the RH750 (although I'm happy just to go straight in from the DI if needs be), vocals might be best with an SM58, and then it needs MIDI for synths etc. I've added number 6, using it as a live DJ all in one box.

Hi all Any ideas on the best overall rhythm/drum/loops/samples unit I can use live and for recording for my Microsynth XL+? The Kaoss Pad's look a little over the top...I don't need synths I just needs the above! Unless the Kaoss pads are really good! I am also looking at the best way to record, (eg the best audio interface between £100 and £200). http://basschat.co.uk/topic/224453-recording-tips-which-audio-interface-bassdimicd-guitar-ampsynth-which-mics/page__pid__2303517#entry2303517 Cheers

Hi all What Audio Interface should I be looking at for a good quality recording for: 1. Bass from DI of my amps 2. Bass from the Digital Out of the RH750 3. Micing up a guitar amp 4. Very importantly, synth MIDI IN/OUT. 5. Vocals. 6. LIVE use for DJ nights (just basically playing sets at DJ nights, not really dance/mixing orientated although I will be using very basic mixing of mp3s so only needs basic ability to hook upto a computer and into a PA). I'm guessing for live DJ sets I need a mixer?? I am literally just going to be playing normal indie/mod tracks, no clever dance mixing needed... I know it won't be the best, but what can get for £100-200? I'll then need a quality vocal mic. It will be for all round recording/live work. Do I need an SM58? I know very little about AI and mic's! Cheers

The tone I'm after is a classic 60s fat warm thump. I think if I'm honest a Hofner Violin Bass or Ric 4003 played on the neck pup would be most suitable. The Ric seems cheap compared to the German Hofners!

[quote name='Norris' timestamp='1386334311' post='2298883'] Shame you're not a bit closer as you could've tried mine. Both are fairly modern ones though. I've never tried an old T-bird. [/quote] Thanks

Hopefully I am now keeping mine! It was far too good a price to sell just because I don't have much space! Space schmace....great cab. I think it's incredibly light!

The DB cabinets are absolutely fantastic. I have not as yet tried the amps

The Gibson EB-2 and EB-13 sounded the best to me. That shocks me as I'm not a massive Gibson fan. The P sounded a little thin even though I like a good P bass. Not so keen on the Les Paul bass or the TBird. Cool comparison, I liked it.

Overall view of TKS 12/6 WOT/Michael was kind enough to drop off and pick up the 12/6 that TKS sent over. I had the cab for a fair amount of time, and I was able to test it in a few environments. If I hadn’t picked up a Genz NX2 212T in the sale I would have invested in a TKS. The build is superb, they look fantastic, the 12/6 sounds fantastic, and the weight is pretty damn good. The 12/6 goes very deep and throws out low end with no effort at all. I would personally want a tweeter but that is of course an option! The tone is very clean and crisp. Highly recommended

[quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1386202796' post='2297291'] Blinkin' 'eck, we all seem happy to pass comment on the EB, but I can't recall many beyond myself owning one I'd definitely try and form your own opinion. I was going to remind you that I'm down the road if you want a try - indeed, Skej might still have one on one the wall of his shop still! I'll wait for someone to say you need a P-bass, now [/quote] I was in York at the weekend n all!

[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1386188303' post='2297004'] And from a guy with 'Musicman' in his username [/quote] I've had that since before I owned one! Just a teenage dream of owning a Ray! I do not in any way try to badger the company for anything, and to be honest, they probably wouldn't have time anyway, as even Flea didn't get a Ray with his name on it.

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1386186924' post='2296964'] Bassdirect probably have the best stock in the U.K, Gareth. - they probably have the only stock of new USA models in the UK , in fact - but even then, don't expect to be overwhelmed with choice. They have never had mass-appeal or major mainstream marketing in the U.K, but they are excellent basses nevertheless. G&L have always been a slightly periphoral brand, even in America, but they are really excellent quality basses designed for use in the real world. [u]Very [/u]powerful sound. Have you seen the new Tom Hamilton signature model? It's Telecaster -shaped, made out of Sugar Pine to be extremely lightweight and comes in a selection of very bling finishes. Might appeal to you , Gareth. [/quote] Sounds good to me!

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1386185556' post='2296934'] .....and the fanbois are just as irritating a group as the naysayers may be percieved to be,. Wayne dude is right.... the cabs get hyped a lot for something that is a niche product...and not generally known about [/quote] Agreed. I have no 'dog in the fight' so to speak, but I have to admit, there is a tendency for certain people to try to become almost 'associated' or 'friendly' with certain manufacturers. Almost like a very poor version of a sponsorship, but perhaps they are looking for future discounts? This does not even just extend to BF; it extends to many manufacturers and even stores (again, I think they want to show loyalty and become a 'golden' customer). Who knows. I am always cynical of posts like that. No one owes anyone a living on here so I couldn't really care where something is made and whether it is a british company.

The lady of the house, whilst normally doesn't care, has just said 'why have you got another 2x12 cab?' when I have the Aguilar DB212. She has a point. I'm running out of space. Unless I can find another area of the spare room for it to sit in I might have to do what I really did not envisage (especially at this silly price) and move it on.

Ay, the DB212 STILL stays for me.

Like Dingus, I am still unhappy with a so called 'friend' from another band who, when I was about14/15, slightly dinted the finish on my fairly new MIJ P Bass. It didn't get any worse, and the paint is probably still in tact (It was sold on some time back). That bass was my pride and joy, and he did it because he was an older, jealous idiot. Probably also because I had a more attractive girlfriend. The chap is now an alcoholic with drug problems,,,, Anyway, Roon is a top guy, VERY trustworthy. If the cab had failed before hand, the bassist from the band who borrowed it would have probably blown the remaining driver. I am tight and I barely lend anything out now.

My usual tastes do not usually extend to anything Gibson related, and I don't personally bond with the ergonomics of R**s, but I suddenly really want something totally differerent to my usual Musicman/Fender cravings. I haven't played decent indie or rock for a while, due to being in the covers scene for a bit, and also playing more 5 string/fingerstyle stuff at home to learn new styles etc. I'm now considering getting a totally different style of bass. Why? Well, why not.... I've been looking at: R*c 4003 Gibson Thunderbird Gibson 2014 EB Bass (the new dual humbucker bass) G&L L2500 Anyone have any advice about these models? I am going to attempt to try as many as possible.

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1386162678' post='2296550'] I think the post -2012 Fender Am St Jazz is a great bass too , and I wouldn't be in any rush to replace the pickups either. Those Fender Custom Shop Vintage 60's that come as standard in that bass now are slightly overwound and sound very fat and beefy, but still have all the delicate nuances of a single coil pickup. I think they are just as good as the Aguilar 4J-HC , or anything else on the market, for that matter. I really don't see any need to change them , or at least give them a bit of a chance before you do so ! [/quote] Plus one. The American Standards since 2008, and probably more so since 2012, do not need any upgrades, because they won't essentially be upgrades. If I find a nice 2013 P or J with the new pups to go with my 2009/11 P and J, I'll be putting the money down.

Where in the UK has a decent stock of the USA models?!?

[quote name='omikin' timestamp='1386073308' post='2295245'] I've just succumbed to the Streamliner 900 from GAK at a great price (£485 delivered, with a gig bag thrown in gratis). I wanted something more powerful as my new band is a wee bit noisier than my other band. Reviews here seem good, and I would probably have spent similar money on something second hand with similar power, so I'm keen to get my hands on the Streamliner and really open it up. What a bargain! [/quote] GREAT amp and a fantastic price.

[quote name='JonT' timestamp='1385814132' post='2292455'] I paid my £100 May 29 and have paid in full since. No cab yet. To be fair I have altered my order a couple of times - original order was gen 2 Midget, which got changed to Super Midget because of gen 3 soon to be released. This I later changed to Super Compact and then BB2 as I became aware of the specs of the rest of the updated range. But I fear I've been bumped to the back of the queue each time :-( However, I did state from the outset that I was in no particular hurry. A mistake perhaps? [/quote] 5 months?!?!