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  1. Dan Dare
    Took mine to LA, but used a full flightcase with properly fitting foam. Heavy, but balances OK - handle's in the right place. Worth the aggro for peace of mind.
  2. Dan Dare
    Large wheels much better on uneven surfaces. I use a Preston Innovations anglers trolley - being an angler, it serves 2 purposes. Around £60, but takes apart, so fits in the car easily.
  3. Dan Dare
    Many happies. Were I in your shoes, think I'd start visiting shops, trade shows, etc and just see what took my fancy, rather than deciding by name, reputation, lust and so on. When I found something that did it for me, I'd go for THAT instrument, not the same make/model. You know how variable bits of wood can be. Good hunting.
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    I tried one once and was a bit underwhelmed. Fabulously clean tones, light/easy to lift, smart looking, but the sound seemed a bit lacking in oomph. If you're thinking of spending that kind of money, I'd look at AER.
  5. Dan Dare
    If you like the sound of it, why not get an additional power amp and speaker? As others say, your amp may struggle with an extra speaker at high volume. Power amps are cheap - I just picked up a Crown 202 (400w in bridged mode) for £40 on the 'Bay.
  6. Dan Dare
    I almost envy you, JapanAxe. Many treats in store.
  7. Dan Dare
    I think never leaving stuff in the car/van is the only answer. Unloading's a drag when you get back late and tired, but losing your stuff is worse. The only time I did, Iost a power amp and had to replace a broken window.
  8. Dan Dare
    Nah.
  9. Dan Dare
    Re. Ray's suggestion (which is good), if they have it, don't say it's yours. Tell them you're interested and you'll think about it and return with the Old Bill. Otherwise it will vanish (they know stuff's nicked)
  10. Dan Dare
    My old AH350 was the best sounding bass head I ever owned. Have spent a load trying to get that sound in a lighter package. My have to admit defeat and buy another TE.
  11. Dan Dare
    Fair points. The good thing about K&M is that you can get spares for them.
  12. Dan Dare
    I assume you wipe them down thoroughly after playing. Does help. A little alcohol on the cloth will remove much of the crud.
  13. Dan Dare
    How many do you need? I've got a couple you can have that came with kit I've bought.
  14. Dan Dare
    Yes to large washers if you can leave the strap attached - one washer each side of the strap. Will never fall off unless the screws pull out of the bass.
  15. Dan Dare
    Another vote for the Pitchblack. Have the rack version, too. Can't fault them.
  16. Dan Dare
    Gotoh the best value imho
  17. Dan Dare
    K&M. I have a pair that have lasted 15 years and are still good as new. You can get a pair for less than a ton. Buy cheap, buy twice (as you've found with the Studiospares ones).
  18. Dan Dare
    Skint
  19. Dan Dare
    Steel Panther? Any relation to Geoff Leopard?
  20. Dan Dare
    I'd get a good pre and a PA power amp. Just bought a Bass Switch and use it that way. Squeaky clean.
  21. Dan Dare
    Ask Derek at Watford Valves. Knows his stuff.
  22. Dan Dare
    Oh deal. Hoe sod.
  23. Dan Dare
    Thanks Raggy Will check them out.
  24. Dan Dare
    I've been playing 40 years and am still rubbish. You never stop learning. As someone else said, it's the journey. If you enjoy it, why stop? Don't fall into the trap of comparing yourself to others. There's always some monster player who will make you feel inadequate. That ain't the point. Music is not an Olympic sport.
  25. Dan Dare
    Thanks for that link Hobbayne. I can find an electrical appliance logo I like the look of and get them to make me one. Doctor J - it's precisely because I don't want to be a brand slave that I want something daft.
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