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I bet that sounds immense

On 26/01/2020 at 10:17, Al Krow said:

At the budget end, you could do far worse than the Zoom B1-4. Output jack for connection to amp or headphones. Gives you a master 3 band EQ and volume control for ease of access and the ability to set up a myriad of effects.

A lot of pedal for the money.

Damn it man, now you've got me looking at this.

Is it complicated to use?  I get very confused with digital pedals

I do keep realising how useful a built in tuner would be also... 

I’ve got a Zoom 506 ii which is alright but I don’t love it, and can’t seem to set the EQ how I want it at all, ever mind easily.  I just don’t understand these electronic programmable pedals (I’d blame old age but have always been rubbish with multi-effects).  I used to have an original Zoom B1 and that thing drove me nuts haha

Yes you’re absolutely right, I definitely would rather something powered by a 9v or a rechargeable battery.

Agreed on the irig situation.  I also had a different type of ipad pluggy-in job, can’t remember the name, but didn’t manage to get a sound I enjoyed with either.

I’ve “narrowed it down” (I say that with amusement because I seem to have found a bunch I didn’t know about)
 

also no idea what’s happened to my font 

EBS Microbass

Ashdown tonepocket

GK Plex

Palmer pocket bass amp

PJB Bighead

TC Electronic Spectradrive

3 hours ago, ambient said:

I tried the PJB Bighead recently, it’s head and shoulders above the competition 😁

Yeah I was afraid of that 🤣

Was that the HA-1 or HA-2?  I’m struggling to tell whether the 2 is a hundred quid’s worth of upgrade over the 1

24 minutes ago, chris_b said:

Checkout the Palmer Pocket Bass Amp.

https://www.palmer-germany.com/en/products/guitar-effects/5140/pocket-amp-bass?__shop=23

https://www.andertons.co.uk/palmer-pocket-bass-amp-pepampbass

Interesting, thanks.  Haven’t seen that one before.  Gonna go spam some reviews

19 minutes ago, Al Krow said:

At the budget end, you could do far worse than the Zoom B1-4. Output jack for connection to amp or headphones. Gives you a master 3 band EQ and volume control for ease of access and the ability to set up a myriad of effects.

A lot of pedal for the money.

Thanks, that’s useful.  I do quite like having effects to play with, but find that I barely use them haha.  I have a Zoom 506 bass, and mostly just get confused with it and end up not liking what I’m hearing 

2 minutes ago, Silvia Bluejay said:

There have been several threads about headphone amps on this forum (I'll try searching in a moment). My own experience is that the little toys such as Vox Amplug etc. are utter rubbish - go with the PJB, your wallet may complain, but your ears and bass playing performance will thank you.

Oh, apologies - I’ll be honest, I didn’t think to search for that even though I’ve been doing searches for days on the PJB.  I’m a silly derrière  

Yeah definitely not interested in the Amplug at all.  Have just been looking at the Ashdown Tone Pocket which looks like it might fit the bill as well.

Hi ladies and gents

I don't gig any more, so I tend to just use my GK MB200 for playing at home with headphones.  But sometimes I’m not in the mood for that specific GK sound, but also sometimes I’d like to play elsewhere in the house without messing with plugging amp in etc, the cables around my desk are all tidied away and a real pain to get at.  So I’m considering a headphone amp.

I’ve been looking at the PJB Bighead Pro.  But before I take the plunge, I’m wondering if there are any others I should be considering?  Obviously it’s gotta sound great, and be battery powered, and needs an aux in.  Not worried about DAW connectivity etc though, I don’t record or anything like that, just like to play along with Spotify.  Main issue with the PJB is lack of a mid control so if it had 3 band EQ that wouldn’t hurt, but not completely a deal breaker if not.

My bass is an active Warwick rockbass.

Thanks in advance!

Okay, I’ll note those as ones to avoid  will probably get a couple of those stewmac ones.  thanks for your help!

That’s great, thanks.  What do the all metal hook ones look like, just to make sure I am thinking of the right ones.  

Hey folks, I’m looking for some wall hangers.  The Hercules grab ones are an obvious choice but they seem to stick out really far from the wall, and as I have a very small space, that wouldn’t be ideal.

Do you know of any that don’t stick out so far, and don’t necessarily have to grab the bass but have decent enough depth on the hooks so they won’t get knocked off easily?

Cheers!

2 hours ago, TheRev said:

I'm just down the M5 in Bristol if you'd like to try a double bass or an EUB.

That's really good of you, thanks!  I may have to take you up on that offer (if you're sure you can stand my horrible playing haha!)

Another steal!

Thats an absolute steal

Thanks for the input everyone!  Definitely some stuff to consider.  I think I'm gonna try and save for a 3/4 DB or EUB and see how I get on, and learn some bluegrass stuff on my EB in the meantime

15 hours ago, Len_derby said:

You're very welcome to come and have a go on my EUB. 

You haven't said where your're from. Surely nowhere is that embarrassing? I'm prepared to admit I live in Derby 😀

Haha!  I just forgot to update it.  I’m near Gloucester  

very kind offer, thanks!  If I was nearer I’d definitely take you up on it 

Hey folks

I feel like getting into playing bluegrass, as I’ve always been a lover of it, just haven’t got around to trying it out really.

Obviously an upright bass would be ideal but since I’m a short chap at 5’ 5” it might be a bit big.  Would a 1/2 or 3/4 EUB fit the bill for that sort of music?  I’d love to try an upright to be honest, it looks like a load of fun, and more authentic for bluegrass stuff.

Alternatively is there anything like the kala u-bass but 30” scale out there?  My two bass guitars are 30” (short scale basses for a short scale man,) plus I’m easily confused in my old age and don’t fancy switching between scales too much on similar feeling instruments.

I guess could stick flats on one of my current bass guitars - would that get me close enough to the right tones?  But then that’s not as fun as new stuff... 🤣

What do you lot think?

Just curious - won't they let you return it?

I very much don't have any amount of money, but regardless, this is AWESOME

If you love how it feels, sounds, and looks, I would keep it.  It's hard to find all three in one bass! 

Is there any reason you can't get close to a jazz bass sound from it?  It might not be exact but it looks like it will come close enough for most band situations

With all due respect, you'll likely get more interest by posting pics and individual prices on here  

12 hours ago, Jay J said:

Nice...! Haven't come across Johnny 5 but Wall - E.....yes...

Short Circuit - brilliant but terrible 80's film