jaydentaku

when was it last on, do you know?

That sound like a great idea. I have noticed that Thomann has sound clips of most of their heads, which is provide useful. To a degree.

Soldering can be a bit tricky, but in terms of pickups, its straight forward. Why not grab a beginners project kit from a Maplin shop, if you can do that, then I think you should be more confident of doing the pickups, had some practice and saved some money and learnt a new skill.

Either way, I do like the idea of lights on an amp. I tend to play very dark gigs. I am sure you can get a replacement tube.

yeah, but does it have a UV backlight? no. lol

Matt, that is might kind of you! I have to say, that very Trace model was the first amp I ever played through, when I first started playing bass in the mid 90's. I fell in love with it and have always wanted one. It started my love for trace gear in fact. I am currently leaving in Durham though, but moving back to the toon in the next few weeks. I wouldn't expect you to come to durham, Would there be somewhere we could try it nearer you, like the church for example? I don't want to impose though

[quote name='Ou7shined' timestamp='1338539598' post='1675924'] Putting that scratchplate on it is like putting a sequin on a sewer rat's arsehole. [/quote] This quote would really add sparkle to anybody's signature

Thanks for all the info. Yeah, this is most certainly GAS. I like the look of that 700RB. http://basschat.co.uk/topic/177659-gallien-krueger-700rb-bass-head-fs-l199/page__p__1674057__hl__gallien%20krueger%20__fromsearch__1#entry1674057 Its in my price range and it looks featured enough to satisfy my need to tinker and through tinkering I can learn a think or two about sound and get closer to perfecting my own style. I feel limited by the laney head in terms of learning and features. When using an amp with a wattage rating higher than the cab wattage rating, I assume you need to make sure it isnt turned up to high or the cab will blow? Is that right and is that all you need to look out for?

Prime BASS, cheers. I think your suggested amps are out of my price range. Balcro, the 412BL is actually for bass and lead. BL being the clue.

Love them. What is the name of those drums they use?

I would prioritise getting rid of the head over the cab, but on the other hand, the cab is so big! I do like the look and sound of the Orange crush combo 100, but I am not experienced enough to know if that would be adequate enough for a gig environment and I don't believe it has DI. For that money, I could get a nice trace Elliot head second hand.

Ah. So its a pile of junk in other words? lol

It's not so much loudness, but quality I guess. I am draw to used trace elliots at the moment. Around 200 quid. What do you think of the cab?

Last year, I acquired a cab and a head so I could do some gigging with the band. It's just what the guitarist had lying about. We are a metal band and therefore rather loud and I have no trouble with volume, but I can't help but feel that what I have is a bit sh*t and I could do with something I have chosen and to suit me. The head is a Laney BH150. I believe its from the 90's. In Terms of features, it has some, but not many. The compressor doesn't seem to do anything. It isn't satisfying me in terms of features and size. It seems far too big for what it is. The cab is an antique, a HH Electronics 412BL. Its from circa 1976 and it is HUGE! I just fits in my car and weighs a tonne. I love it and it works. I haven't the experience or the facility to compare and contrast with others. So, am I fine with what I have or is it a total pile and could do with replacing? What do you think of the cab? Does this just need a decent amp? I could do with something smaller I guess. Given I play metal, with two loud guitars and drums in medium sized clubs and pubs, what should i be looking for. So many questions! [IMG]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n57/jaydentaku/IMG_0814.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n57/jaydentaku/IMG_0700.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n57/jaydentaku/IMG_0698.jpg[/IMG]

very nice shape. Like the top, but I think its a bit 'busy' in terms of the natural pattern. Perhaps a less complex pattern next time? is there going to be enough support for the neck once it is in?

The word cheap and bow are not good bed fellows. Invest as much money as you can in a bow and you will not regret it.

[quote name='Sean' timestamp='1336590968' post='1648149'] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Why? Because they wanted to escape from it?[/font][/color] [/quote] I had a huff with my GF once and ended up in Spandau. That is all.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1338419190' post='1674490'] From turdburst to blonde. [/quote]

Is she singing "chasing wild horsies"?

This is VERY interesting. My current setup is an old 90's Laney with a HUGE H||H 412BL cab. It weighs a tonne and I love it. I have an old English made Carlsbro practice amp which I was looking to replace with a new Roland. I would be very interested in trying one of these new H||H combos.

yep. its all about popping it in the case until you are on (unsually somewhere out of the way of the amps and cables and in clear sight of the audience (where you will likely be standing when not playing). I use the little hercules stand when I am on, just incase, but it is usually too cramped for it to be of any use.

yes.

I think, if I was in your shoes, I would look for a different band to be apart of. There are plenty of people out there who value the benifits of a pool of talent. If someone doesn't like your vibe and you are not happy, take the time to find others that are. I think you are giving up too easily and a musical dictatorship (too strong?) sounds like a hiding to nothing. Your troups will get as fed up as you are now, regardless of what they may have signed up for. I suggest you find a guitarist who plays or played bass. They will know where you are coming from.