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Steve Browning

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  1. Steve Browning
    I absoluterly agree with this (and have said the same thing many times). Another factor is the studio itself. My last recording was at Rimshot in Kent, and the whole vibe of the place, and the attitude of the owner/producer just inspired all of us to just relax and play without thinking of the red light being on. Not really encountered such a vibe before. It made all the difference.
  2. Steve Browning
    https://www.bonhams.com/auction/30318/the-rory-gallagher-collection/ This one, maybe? If you can wait until October.
  3. Steve Browning
    These have done sterling service for a little while now. In very good condition with no isuues (except the tightest fit covers!). Selling because we've gone to a pair of 12's and a sub. They were used last night (in a decent sized pub) and sounded really good (as they always have). They're taking up space so now £200 for the pair. Alto themselves say this: 550W continuous, 1100W peak Class D power 15-inch (381 mm) LF driver, 2.5-inch (63.5 mm) high-temperature voice coil 1-inch (25.4 mm) neodymium HF driver with precision waveguide Bi-amplified design with precision active crossover and EQ Integrated 2-channel mixer with dual XLR 1/4-inch combo mic/line inputs and independent level controls Custom engineered high-efficiency class D amplifiers with passive cooling design – No fan means the speaker runs cleaner, quieter and has greater long-term reliability Ground-Lift switch Contour switch for increased EQ control Electronic clip, thermal and transducer overdrive protection Delivery is a bit impractical, but I am happy to drive a reasonable distance if it helps.
  4. Steve Browning
    Yes. I have a pair of them. Luckily, he's a mate (we play in a band together).
  5. Steve Browning
    My 'oldies' still come out, now and again. More generally, the SVLs do the touring with me and other gigs will get a couple of the other basses. These days, the choice is more about how easily I can see the fret markers! I, too, have done the pre-CBS thing. I wouldn't bother with another one now. My '66 is way better than any of the pre-CBS basses I've owned (or played) - same parts likely as not. The important thing is playability. My other basses (including bitsas) play extremely well and cost a fraction of the price. For me, there's simply no point in owning/using one, when you can achieve the same without the vast outlay. Of course, we each have our own (and valid) viewpoint.
  6. Steve Browning
    I own the PA and the van. All I need to do is ingratiate myself with some talented, but cloth-eared musicians. Done that on a couple of occasions now! I don't charge for use of either, don't really feel comfortable charging mates for things. Tend to be the same with anything music related. Guess I'll never be rich.
  7. Steve Browning
    I'll take this off your hands please. PM incoming.
  8. Steve Browning
    I am at Powerhouse studio at Addlestone on Sunday and will be heading back to Pompey afterwards.
  9. Steve Browning
    Living In America O'Neill's Portsmouth The Sensational Jonny Deps Bitsa Precision Mesa Walkabout 15 combo
  10. Steve Browning
    Don't forget that's the VAT element of the value you put on the kit you have at the time. That's 6k of total value (which will be less than you paid of course).
  11. Steve Browning
    I suggest you read para 7.1 of Public Notice 700/11.
  12. Steve Browning
    It can do if the amount of VAT is below the threshold.
  13. Steve Browning
    That's great news.
  14. Steve Browning
    Go on. Treat yourself. 🙂
  15. Steve Browning
    In relation to the BC marketplace (the subject of the OP) I will make an offer if they are invited. In all other cases, I ask to buy and just pay up immediately. I, too, hate the dance. Just ask a fair price and let that be it. In that instance, the Porsche would have been bought anyway - and sooner.
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  17. Steve Browning
    Not to forget the genius who is Nils Lofgren. Boss and Neil Young sidesman and wonderful solo act.
  18. Steve Browning
    Surely relicing has to emulate 'real wear'. How would that have ever happened over time? That's just weird.
  19. Steve Browning
    When I am playing my fretless, to emulate an upright (bear in mind this is very much rockabilly stylee) I will pluck the open string and immediately hammer on to the fingerboard. The peizo pickup and judicious use of the eq gives a very passable sound. I emphasise the word 'passable'. It captures the essence of the slap style of rockabilly.
  20. Steve Browning
    Absolutely. My Walkabout (the 15" version, too) is an awesome bit of kit. I think you're right about the passive radiator. Makes a huge difference.
  21. Steve Browning
    There is a topic on precisely this in the paid for part of the site. You can seek advice on value and also offer things for sale in the ads.
  22. Steve Browning
    I'll be there, subject to gigging commitments. Last year was the first one I'd missed for a while.
  23. Steve Browning
    Just back from collecting an Alto monitor from Paul. Great guy and would love to have stayed for a chat. One of BC's finest, for sure.
  24. Steve Browning
    I'm a professor, according to my English Heritage membership. Mind you, I just picked that from the 'title' options when I joined.
  25. Steve Browning
    I guess that they must be amps I've used, in order to allow an opinion. So, for me they will be Mesa Bass 400 - my introduction to Mesa Boogie. I have had a 400+ but just found the 400 to be more 'open' sounding. The 400+ was a bit 'detailed'. Pairing them was fun! Mesa TT-800 - my current amp. It can do the 400 sound and pretty much everything else. All in a super-light package. Mesa Walkabout/M-Pulse 600. They not exactly the same amp, but share similarities. The Walkabout is integral to my Scout combo (the 15" one) and is another superb sounding amp. The radiator underneath really adds depth to the sound. The M-Pulse was my first hybrid (valve/mos:fet) and it killed off my belief that all valve was the only way to go. No surprises there, I guess. I have owned a 70's Portaflex and played through an SVT on many occasions. The Portaflex was good but wasn't a useful amp on a gig, whereas the Walkabout is gigged regularly and is equally at home in a studio. The SVT is invariably coupled with a fridge and I just don't enjoy playing through 10s. Probably bias on my part, but it's my opinion so I can be!
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