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Here’s what works for me….. I am currently learning a total of 4hours of material over a 4week period for dep gigs I have coming up. As @geoham says having playlist with songs on repeat really helps you get familiar. i start just having it playing just in background for commute etc then ‘actively listening’ then pick the ‘easy wins’ and play them whilst writing short notes on structure etc if needed. I then delve deeper into to the remaining more demanding pieces (sometimes not the ones you expect to trip you up!) i often don’t get chance to practice with the bands before first dep gig so will finally watch their Facebook/youtube videos and ask them to send live recordings if possible so I can fine tune the songs. It’s amazing how often bands who’ve been playing a track together frequently evolve a track from the original (sometimes without really realising). also - I’m sure I’m not the only one, but try to get comfortable playing at x1.25 speed if you can because somehow live renditions tend to be slightly faster than the original (unless your playing to a click) ^ hopefully that’s helpful to someone ^

I’d certainly bring a car full, if this gets traction then I’ll put a current inventory of my gear up closer to the time. That way if there’s something of specific interest to anyone attending I can make sure I bring it along….

Do you think Lincoln would be too far to travel for those in Louth? I am based in Grantham and wondered if Lincoln would have a better catchment for attendees? (Especially road network wise)

Just bought a phase 90 from @spongebob - communication was great and even delayed posting so it arrived when I returned from holiday.

Maybe they listed just so I could purchase? I would suggest reaching out to Marco via email, super helpful guy: Riccardo Damiani | Markbass [email protected]

I know exactly what you mean - the strangest thing for me is no stingray 4 or even better 5string neck replacements, which I think the headstock would gel with perfectly?

Yes the are @HeadlessBassist - https://www.bassdirect.co.uk/product-category/bass-guitars/?_brands=klos

Just seen Klōs carbon fiber necks are available through @Bass Direct has anyone tried these yet? As a status & modulus fan I’m excited to see the emergence of another retro-fit carbon neck supplier….. https://klosguitars.com/collections/electric-guitar-necks?srsltid=AfmBOopbFiNMb8EZHZ5Jo6qi9EdRyz1X1tO2BWue-QPdjxgqfH8AxVu0 https://www.bassdirect.co.uk/product/klos-f-series-bass-neck-pj5-22-fret/

Finally got through to markbass and the team in Markstore created a product page for the rack ears so you can now order them there directly. figured I’d post it here incase it is of any help to anyone in the future…. EVO RACK EARS https://www.markstore.it/product/evo-rack-ears/

Review I’ve just read on facebook bass players forum which kinda confirms my impression of the unit from youtube reviews I’ve seen, from Fernando Romero: “Some honest opinions on the Darkglass anagram after spending some good time with it. Pros: I have found all the included effects to be useful. I already was a fan of their stomboxes. Very intuitive interface. Easy to create tones from scratch. Saving my default settings for each effect is beyond handy Binding parameters to knobs and footswitches is super simple to setup Cons: My biggest gripe is the lack of information from the compressor section. I play basses with different output levels and not being able to see the amount of gain reduction this applies makes the compressors in this not useful for me. I wish i could apply the compressor in the global section and maybe add lights showing compression applied in the “Name” view. Desktop software is lacking. This probably needs its own software like “hx edit”. Software needs more access to make useful changes in the unit. Needa more effects. More chorus options, stereo delays, non darkglassass inspired overdrives, fuzz and distortion etc. Lacks dedicated expression/footswitch port. This was a big wt🤬 Overall i am happy with my purchase and know that 3/4 of my issues could be fixed with firmware and software updates. Not everyone will be happy being an early adopter especially considering this isnt cheap. I will be keeping this and trusting Darkglass Electronics to make updates that could make this close to perfection “

I don’t expect it will be long before a software update as this has come out of the gate with just enough to make it a viable product and then I’m sure there will be rapidly expanding library as other developers/brands come onboard….

I believe the hardware is Bluetooth enabled, they just haven’t got it enabled yet but will have soon

I feel too invested in the line 6 architecture to change I think. I keep looking at the quad cortex but can’t justify the investment of cash or time tbh. Bought a darkglass adam this week and having patched that into the Helix LT I don’t feel I’m missing out at the moment (and I have a dual purpose expression pedal). Will keep an eye on everyone’s reactions in this forum and 6month/12month in reviews once the hypes died down….