Rik (ESA)

Many thanks - I've dropped Robert a line to see which of his range he suggests - I'm with work in Derry quite a bit so might be able to get there in person! The drum show is a great shout too, thanks. 

Has anyone any experience of the Minerva Mi range? They look well priced against similar setups for UE etc., but I can't find much info online by way of a review... 

Thanks, 

Rick

Hi all, 

My latest ridiculous scheme is to introduce some synth tones (strings, pads, maybe brass etc) to our cover band, controlled via a footpedal, for example the Keith Mcmillen softstep. 

Synth wise, I've looked initially at things like the Korg Microkorg and the Roland JD-XI, but am I over simplifying things, or indeed overcomplicating things? I'd like to spend no more than £500 if possible so would welcome ideas, and I have an ipad lurking if that could be utilised. 

Thanks in advance. 

Rick

3 minutes ago, fretmeister said:

Make sure it's got the latest firmware on it.

 

You miss the new toys otherwise

Thanks fretmeister, is there a link anywhere here on the best way to do this? Or a YouTube jobbie? 

Just received my hx stomp, and contemplating putting the kids an hour early to have some play time on it ;o) 

Any tips for the first hour with the unit? Most keen to try out the amp sims and synths...

Sorry if this has been asked already, but any suggestions for someone who can refinish a black Ray 34 in a black sparkle?

Thanks,

Rick

Hi there, any trade options at all? 

Thanks, 

Rick

That's a really useful insight, thanks very much. Will look at the zs10s likely as an interim whilst I save funds for the UE6, unless the zs10s turn out to be a significant step up from the 535s anyway. 

Thanks again. 

Hi all, I picked up some Shure 535's a while back in a trade, and I'm very happy with them, but without going through all 73 pages of this thread (albeit the content is absolutely golden!), please could you let me know if there are alternatives I should consider at a similar price point? Custom moulds are tempting, and again, if there is a view on the best place for these, please let me know? 

Apologies if these questions have been covered a gazillion times before! 

Many thanks, 

Rick

Ah good point! Black with maple board...

14 hours ago, Leachr said:

Any pics?

I’m out of the country until this evening so will look to add some tomorrow for sure!

I’m selling my 5 string Sire in the for sales if you want to discuss? Fab basses, I’m just terrible at playing 5 strings!!

So, my bi-annual thought that a move to a 5 string would be a good idea has, as is tradition, proved flawed. After 3 separate attempts, I simply cannot get comfortable with the extra string, and end up actually playing about 2 notes on it per set! With that in mind, I need to reluctantly move on this best of an instrument.

This is a wonderful 5 string and particularly for the price, so much bang for your buck and a quick google search will confirm as much.

Having purchased from new, I’ve rehearsed with the bass twice and gigged with it twice, so the condition is as good as new; here’s a chance to save some pennies from one that comes in a sealed box!

I have the original box so I’m willing to discuss postage options, though collection as always is preferable.

I’ll add some pictures tonight, but if you enter the above description to google you’ll see what you’re essentially getting.

Any questions, ask away!

Many thanks,

Rick

This is an absolute steal. Fantastic basses - I have the same in a less stealthy version and love it.

2 hours ago, Mudpup said:

We use these x 4 https://www.amazon.co.uk/CHAUVET-DJ-CLP35HC-EUCH05-Half-Coupler/dp/B00IEAVYQC - they fit a standard 35mm speaker pole - you have to change the wingnuts to nuts to get them in the gap between the bracket and light body.

One of our poles needs a 38mm bottom one so we use these https://www.amazon.co.uk/CHAUVET-DJ-CLP10-Pro-Clamp/dp/B0002D035C/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1543320755&sr=8-3&keywords=chauvet+clamps

But we have used reuseable zip ties in the past with no problems - the lights aren't heavy at all.

You can see them in this clip - they're set to a mild sound to light using red, blue and purple. Try and ignore the moving heads and you'll see all the front lighting on the band  is from the VBars.

 

That’s fab and really helpful, thanks!

11 hours ago, Mudpup said:

These are very good value at £13 a pair...metal casings, you get 2 in a pack with a remote control and a carry bag. We use them either on the floor in front of us and angled towards us a bit  or more recently clamped on the speaker poles facing inwards (doesn't blind you so much when you're shoegazing). They have multiple autorun programs including sound sensitive and fades. A mains plug in each unit and link them with a dmx cable - its honestly a 2 minute setup.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/American-1226100281-VBAR-PAK-Effect/dp/B00N5770Q2

And heres a bit of video - ignore all the swively stuff and lasers....all the face on lighting (mainly red, blue and purple) is from the V Bars stuck on the speaker stands.

 

Hi - what do you use to clamp the lights to your speaker stands?

Thanks

Rick

Any ideas how easily they would attach to a Sire V7 five string (obviously I’d need to buy one more...)?

We use a soundcraft ui16 and have been looking at a ui24 for the extra channels, as the mixer itself has been excellent, particularly with an external router.

Any views on how it compares to the Behringer? The number of channels in the XR18 makes that an option, and like you say, a cheaper one given recent reductions...

Sorry I should have said, it’s the bigger venues where we lack a bit of headroom on the vocals, generally the 712 have done admirably.

I play bass through the PA and without an amp, but the guitarist has an amp onstage (not loud at all) and we have a live drummer. He has loud cymbals and snare but we’re looking at options to lower those volumes (different cymbals, and holding back on the snare).

Thanks very much for the response, very useful. Did you notice much of an upgrade moving from 12 inch cones to the 15s?

Hi all,

Looking for some guidance from those in the know - I play in a 4 piece covers band with female lead vocals, and getting said vocals to the front of the mic is achievable but not the easiest. We do all the usual tricks (EQ, lowering volume of other instruments etc.) and use appropriate mics etc, so we’re now onto considering a louder speaker.

There are many a rave review on the RCF 735’s, but they currently push towards £1,800 for a pair, so I’m trying to determine how much extra they will actually add.

Of course, I know that alternatives exist so if anybody has other recommendations on the active tops front please let me know - we’ve had great results with the 712a’s which is why I’ve looked to RCF again as a starting point.

For reference, we use 2 x 905AS subs as well, which I’m not looking to change.

Thanks in advance for any assistance.

Rick

Price drop! Now £100

Price drop! Now £160

Bump!

Bump!

Agreed, I’ll certainly look into that! Thanks again for the help.