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[quote name='crez5150' post='534722' date='Jul 7 2009, 02:45 PM']No but my band has been featured several times on that (put's tongue in cheek) well known tv channel 'Wedding TV'....... Oh the dizzy heights of playing in a wedding band......[/quote] Yes we've popped up on Wedding TV as well so I've been told, although never seen it myself.

Being a wedding thread, just wondered if any other Basschat members played at one of the weddings for Living TVs Four Weddings program, first aired last night. Goes on for a few weeks so a lot of bands maybe, hopefully not too many discos. We were on the first wedding last night, Mel Boorman I think being the bride. Not enough footage of the band although a nice split second close up shot of my Shuker 5.

Not sure if Kalim still has my old Tech Soundsystems 4x10. Was in the For Sale listing several weeks back. I used both an ABM500 and 300 with it at one point. Clear, punchy, not boomy.

[quote name='dave_bass5' post='514041' date='Jun 15 2009, 12:12 PM']I can see why you and crez charge much more than us.[/quote] My situation is a little different to Crez as his band appears self contained and clients go direct. With us it's the old story of several people having their finger in the pie before the band get paid, but band members don't have to deal with anything outside of the gig itself. Not complaining as thats the way this one works and think I get paid ok for what I do. Luckily we are all friends and get on well and I get to play with some very talented people on a regular basis, plus the work is regular (just as well as we never rehearse).

Timeless debate this one. So my band goes out for 2 to 3k per gig. There are 9 of us but I don't get (or expect) a 9th of the money. The PA/lighing guys may arrive at the venue say 3pm, probably placing my bass cab on stage as well in most cases. I'll turn up when the band are due to get dinner, maybe 8pm. Takes me 2 minutes to place my amp, tune and so on. When we finish I'm probably in my car within 20 minutes. The Tech guys could be there another couple of hours packing up. The agency deal with the clients. For weddings they can be a pain in the arse with the brides mother phoning 11pm in the evening wanting to talk about a change to next weeks opening dance etc. If I were doing all of the above plus chasing the gigs I would expect a 9th or even more if I were running the show, but I'm happy with the set up. Would always be nice to get paid more but then we may be in the 3k+ bracket and the 9 gigs we have this June would probably be down to 2 or 3.

[quote name='steve-soar' post='512349' date='Jun 12 2009, 06:19 PM']How do these Tecamp cabs sound compared to the Techsoundsystems cabs?[/quote] Can only really comment on the 2x12 cabs. I don't think there is much different going on inside in terms of construction (could be wrong). I spoke to Thomas before considering getting one and he confirmed he started using different drivers fron Jan 08. I had the 2x12 Tech before this and there is definately a warmer low end on the newer version (M212) but still retains that Tech clarity and punch. The S212 on the left has the same drivers as M212 but probably due to the smaller dimensions is a little tighter, punchier and not so warm. Tecamp are looking to go rear porting on most of their cabs in the near future including the M212 which is why I got both now. The S212 is no longer made with front porting. I just don't like rear porting. I still have one Tech SS 4x10 which isn't going anywhere, and will continue to come out for the odd gig. That also pairs nicely with the TC.

So all the gear came out this morning. Some string changing etc. Always a good excuse to take a picture or two. I've used the TC on 5 gigs now and loving it. Enough power for my needs and the sound is perfect for me. I'm starting to get into the presets now and the footswitch is a must for changing tone mid song. Also tuner reading is located on the footswitch as well as amp. Tecamp have improved on the old 2x12 Tech S/S cabs I think. New drivers are used producing a smoother low end. I only ever us one cab on a gig so one of the 2x12 will live on the south coast for a while for another gigging project.

[quote name='Rebel' post='511513' date='Jun 11 2009, 06:34 PM']there's a guy who makes Jazz Deluxes on leftybassist.com his username is Rodent, he works for a company called Regenerate Guitar Works and the stuff they sell comes in both righty and lefty.[/quote] Thanks for this. Did come accross the site before and a couple of nice left handers on there. I think if I went custom again for a jazz type it would be with Shuker, being uk based and first class workmanship/service.

[quote name='steve-soar' post='511449' date='Jun 11 2009, 05:27 PM']So you got that lovely walnut Sei, with the blue LED's?[/quote] I may have mentioned this before but the blue LEDs almost didn't happen. Martin quoted me a fantastic price on this bass when I ordered it, for being an old customer I think (back to serial no 002). When I went to view the bass mid production no holes were made for the leds in the side of neck. Been missed off the order form. The price was still below what would normally be quoted without leds but Martin part retro fitted as the board and neck had already been glued. I've seen the 5 string jazz on the website but not for me. I prefer the body to be a little downsized like the US Deluxe, although the electrics etc would work for me.

[quote name='obbm' post='511564' date='Jun 11 2009, 07:50 PM']Is that the cover you from me Alan? If so it was made by [url="http://www.coverovercovers.co.uk"]Cover Over Covers[/url][/quote] Hi Dave, this is the original cover I had for a 310 before having yours I think. I did sell one on with another cab IIRC. So it looks like both were from COC. Thanks for the link. Dood... I'm just getting 2 new covers made for my Tecamp cabs by Roqsolid. Having spoken directly to a guy there they seem to be up for making any size, within reason. Hope they are not one of the companies you already tried.

[quote name='leftybassman392' post='511435' date='Jun 11 2009, 05:14 PM']Oh, and no, you can't have it back... it's mine, d'ya hear... mine I tells ya! [/quote] Your ok. Only joking about having it back. I'm very happy with the Shuker that replaced it, although must confess to having an itch for a 5 string jazz type. I tend to be taking a Jazz deluxe 4 on most gigs at the moment. I can't phone Martin as anytime I speak to the guy or go into the Gallery I order another bass. Not healthy.

I think I should add to this thread but appears to have all been said. I tend to agree with Steve that a dedicated lefty thread (other than the excellent idea of the l/h basses for sale thread) is not necessary. There are already other sites that cover the issues very well I think, leftybass.com and various ongoing threads on Talkbass as example. Having said that there is (what I hope) a minority on here who just don't get what being left handed is all about. In a recent thread where a regular contributor on Basschat commented that he believed left handed instruments should not be produced. It's that kind of ignorance that makes you think we should have our own community. Leftybassman392 did buy my SEI I believe so I won't dismiss the idea completely, in case I ever try to buy it back.

Hi All, Just to let people know I have one of these for sale in the 'For Sale, Other Musically Related Stuff' section. Thought I would point it out before having to go the E**y route.