SH73

[quote name='AndrewJordan' timestamp='1462910372' post='3046936']
Listened to a track you've been covering for years and realised you've been playing it wrong?
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Sometimes. Luckily there are isolated tracks on you tube channel.:-)

Hi Folks

I've just decided to venture into the DAW world and have an 2010 iMac with El Capitan as the OS, and which has Garageband on it. So far so good, and as a next step, I've bought a Focusrite Saffire 6 USB here on BC to use with it..

Having downloaded the drivers for it, it seems to be working, the lights are on etc, etc..and I can hear my bass when it's plugged into it via a pair of headphones.

But no matter what I do, I can't get Garageband to recognise the signal from my bass, even though I think I've set up the relevant settings in Garageband in order for that to happen.

Has anyone got any useful tips/advice on what i need to do to make this work??

Thanks

Nik

[quote name='Gottastopbuyinggear' timestamp='1459513117' post='3017286']
Having thought about doing a 2x10 build for a little while, but being a novice at this sort of thing, I've decided to have a go instead at the basschat 1x12 (or hopefully something very much like it - I'm building in advance of the full write up, and my DIY skills aren't always the best!).

There's a few reasons for going 1x12 for a first build but most importantly it's the opportunity to build the thing that I've been reading about for some time, and the fact that it seems to be pretty well received by the (albeit relatively limited?) audience that's heard it so far.

I've bought enough materials to build two cabs, although only ordered a single driver so far, since the cost of the driver itself is the best part of half the cost of the cab. I plan to build both cabs and once I'm sure that I'm happy with the sound I'll order the second driver.

I got the ply from Avon Plywood in Bristol, and they've cut it (very accurately) to size. I've gone for 18mm Poplar, so it wasn't cheap - just a shade under £60 +VAT for the full sheet, so a total of about £82 including VAT and cutting. The small cutting cost seems like an absolute bargain to me - I don't have a circular saw, and I didn't fancy using a router to square every edge.

I'm not sure whether to reinforce every joint with a batten, but I've cut enough to enable me to do so. Raw materials so far, including template for routing the baffle:

[URL=http://s1172.photobucket.com/user/andrewjdowden/media/1x12%20Build/IMG_0442_zpsctww53in.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1172.photobucket.com/albums/r573/andrewjdowden/1x12%20Build/IMG_0442_zpsctww53in.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

[URL=http://s1172.photobucket.com/user/andrewjdowden/media/1x12%20Build/IMG_0447_zpsfv93bgxe.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1172.photobucket.com/albums/r573/andrewjdowden/1x12%20Build/IMG_0447_zpsfv93bgxe.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
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The final product looks of a higher quality than some Chinese makes.Where did you get the dimensions from and would you share it?

I was going to start a similar thread but hope you don't mind nipping in.
I got myself a lovely sounding accoustic guitar last weekend and recorded it with shure Sm57.Very good result. The mic was on axis pointing at the guitar opening hole about 20 cm away.
I since watched many you tube videos on recording accoustic. Here is one of them

https://youtu.be/F-_xkBoAuJw

I also look for amother reasonably priced mic for recording accoustic.

Thanks for advice gents

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1463317831' post='3050392']
You might need to replace the nut and the bridge saddle - unless you are going to pay upside down.
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Course never thought of that.Simple job though.Thanks.

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1463317831' post='3050392']
You might need to replace the nut and the bridge saddle - unless you are going to pay upside down.
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Course never thought of that.Simple job though.Thanks.

Is there any difference between right and left handed acoustic guitars? An acoustic guitar looks ambidextrous to me.

What's the point of strap locks. Just finish off with rock and roll style

https://youtu.be/zRsH8g4wtUM

I started using a boot sale app last night and within 15 minutes bought a 3/4 size acoustic guitar from a local seller.Just what I needed. Moderators, can I name the site?

[quote name='FuNkShUi' timestamp='1463055018' post='3048124']


"Ya like dags?!"
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Ya wanna fite ? :-)

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1461147848' post='3031798']
[b]Fender Rumble Combo Crap Logo Solution[/b]

I'm very impressed with my Fender Rumble 500 Combo in almost every way. EXCEPT for the really very crappy, flimsy, badly-designed, cheap and nasty plastic logo Fender fitted with two screws to save themselves a shilling on each amp. It's only a matter of time before this abomination gets snapped off in normal use.

OCD being what it is, I couldn't let it lie - so imported from the USA this rather nice Fender Blackface Amp logo, which is metal, weighty and very lovely, the whole on a sensible and practical 3-screw backplate. Makes all the difference and now all is calm and good. Yes, I have too much time on my hands. I thank you.

Before: Terrible plastic Chinese flimsiness.



After: Lovely sturdy metal USA goodness.


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I too have the terrible Chinese plastic flimsiness on my Rumble 100 but interestingly my Fender Mustang has the better version.Just like the one you bought. Both amps made in China though.

That guitar looks wrong imho

[quote name='sammybee' timestamp='1462822277' post='3046059']
I wouldn't say £225 for a 4x10 is much of a bargain for something that will give you a hernia.
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Ha ha it would be the least of my worries.I wonder what it sounds like

[quote name='SH73' timestamp='1462819387' post='3046015']
http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=131805745464&category=38072&pm=1&ds=0&t=1462819292480
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Looks like a bargain.wish I had more space

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Trace-Elliot-bass-amp-4x10-speaker-cabinet-/131805745464?nav=SEARCH

[quote name='DBerriff' timestamp='1462620093' post='3044418']

Sceptical - or unrealistic expectations? For the money and form-factor it looks like an attractive option for apartment or travel use (practicing, not gigging obviously).
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He plays with pick hence the sound is clean.I doubt it woukd sound clean if I dag my fingers into the strings.

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1461583845' post='3035802']
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRe-ARB_JIA

Looks like a great little thing. The guitar version is very good.
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I'm sceptical about these little amps.I don't think it sounds clean when playing finger style hard.

It happened...




see more details here:

http://basschat.co.uk/topic/277818-a-room-full-of-amps-cabs/

Old fashioned p bass and jazz bass

[quote name='Dan Bass' timestamp='1462373919' post='3042489']
yes I know this, my mistake I should of added the fact that I want to use it for headphone use too, without the amp. A lot of times i practice too late for amp in cab use, so I run my Bass through my rack effects then into Tascam for headphone use and without the amp I just can't quite get that perfect clank sound so adding the RPM should do it, right?
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I use Fender Rumble 100 and the sound I'm getting through headphones is better than amp sound.let us know how you get on.

[quote name='Dan Bass' timestamp='1462282569' post='3041720']
Can you get that awesome clanky,clangy sound from the RPM? Also can you get that wicked Overkill DD Verni Bass sound like off the W.F.O. album?
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Clanky sound is achievable with amp alone.

[quote name='tonyxtiger' timestamp='1462302298' post='3041990']
Hell yes.
The parametric mids are before the tube emulation so you poke a good 1.5k into it you'll get plenty snarly, clank.
If you can't find one to try then maybe a nearby music shop might have the sansamp para driver which is basically a smaller foot pedal variation.
In my book the RPM is better than the RBI / VTBass / bass driver. Better drive. More flexible. Best at that Grindy midrange.
I used to run 2 of them in a rack and it worked a treat.

[URL=http://s464.photobucket.com/user/tonyxtiger/media/Bass/image_zpsno53fu9v.jpeg.html][IMG]http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/rr9/tonyxtiger/Bass/image_zpsno53fu9v.jpeg[/IMG][/URL]
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Loving the rigs.Different from the usual standard boring look.

[quote name='Qlank' timestamp='1462285112' post='3041755']
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/laser-miniature-hex-key-set-mm-and-af/
They had this set on the counter as I was paying for something else. Had a bit of difficulty finding a key to fit my Badass 2 also.
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Yep I bought these this morning

[quote name='dangoose' timestamp='1462187116' post='3040849']

it does look like an EV dust cap to me as well. The old MKIII 260watt combo's usually had a metal dust cap type black widow. If the driver has been previously swapped then it might be advantageous to source a modern replacement unit like an Eminence. could save a few quid over the cost of a direct BW replacement.
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Mine still has a silver dust cap.