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I done my first gigs supporting the band Robin was in at the time called’ Boxing clever’ . We’re all from the Horsham area. Still see the singer Brent around to chat with. First gig was in a village called Blindley Heath in East Sussex. Blue anchor pub, no idea whether it’s still there!

First thing I’ve learned today is that the band Asia recorded six or more albums after John wetton left, but then again I didn’t even know they carried on from there anyway!! Also John Payne, the guy who Geoff downes asked to join as replacement, ashamed to say I’ve never heard of him either AND a company called Brown’s guitar company , based in Minnesota I think who made him what looks like an amazing signature bass, part fretless/fretted. Never heard of them either but look amazing instruments .where have I been??? 🤣.ill try and post a link.

This!

I actually brought a standard made in USA fender jazz years ago (2012 model if I remember correctly?) to see what all the fuss was about. Considering they’re probably the most popular/recorded bass in history I found it the most dull, lifeless thing I think I’ve ever had the misfortune to lay my hands on….the only thing going for it I thought (a bit) was the neck profile. If there’s such a thingy as hating a bass that’s the nearest I’ve come to it…….go figure 🤣x

Yeah I think you’re right, I find the’taste’ control on my puma so good for this too.😊

I don’t think you’ll be disappointed, I actually ordered two but haven’t used them together at a gig yet, but watch this space…..😉x

Hi Dave, obviously I was also through the PA/monitors etc last night but at the three rehearsals I’ve used it so far it really is great at this.. I think the actual clarity of the mid/top end stands out for me. X 😊

Great gig last night at the castle theatre in Wellingborough, first show with my new LFSys monza . Fantastic clarity and the fact that you can hear it very well from all sorts of different standing positions really is so refreshing. Very happy with it so far

I’m very sorry for your losses my friend. We all enjoy playing our music and we make some great friendships and memories along the way.sometimes when a group of us get along so well it’s like a family , it doesn’t always happen but when (if) it does it just makes for some of the absolute best of times for all involved. We can only cherish those moments and people. bless you Paul and I wish you all the very best mate x

I’ve not long taken delivery of 2x monzas from Steve.Decided a modular set up was best for me so I can utilise the full 4ohm of my tecamp puma 900 with the two when (if) needed. I’ve only used one at a rehearsal so far but first impressions are very very positive. The clarity is amazing ( I always prefer a clean sound anyway) and I found the bottom end nice and tight but certainly enough to not sound’thin’ at all. Gonna wait until they have some gigs under their belt before a proper review but very pleased so far. And the two together is very pleasant indeed but only had the chance to play them together at home and what with everything rattling it’s hard to get a proper’ idea if you know what I mean. I’ve put rubber feet on mine as I wasn’t happy that the way they stacked was stable enough.I’ve had six different BF cabs over the years that have served me brilliantly, but I think these bring something else to the table….x

That makes sense, d’addarios are my go to string normally anyway.Never use flats so can’t comment on that bit 😊

Strange because as much as I really do not like fender basses, i have to agree with you that their bass strings are actually very very good in my experience too.😊

I always think it’s ironic that my set up now is so lightweight and simple (bass=lead= amp= very small cab, no effects) and takes about a minute to sort out yet 99% of my time is spent helping lug everyone else’s stuff in/out and I AM expected to do it as well as drive the van sometimes. We have two drum kits to build/breakdown and i have to help unpack and wait until they are set up/ miked up before I can place my stuff because it’ll just get in the sound man’s way if I try to position it earlier. I am slightly younger than most of the core members and do sometimes think that’s the only reason I got the gig🤣. ’Appy dayz 🥴.Having said all that we do play some lovely venues and I do enjoy it ( mostly 🤣) x

Busy weekend with the Phil Collins tribute act NO JACKET REQUIRED. Fab gig Friday at Dorking halls where I used’the beast’, my faithful old wal and tonight’s ( ok last night 🤣) gig at the Hazlett theatre in Maidstone. Decided to use the ken smith for a change, such a comfortable bass to play and sounded great! Audiences at both shows were very receptive and really got into it!! All in all a very enjoyable couple of shows and a pleasure to play with such a nice bunch of people 😊.

I know what you mean about it maybe not being worth that because of the mod, but I guess a lot of people would argue that about the second hand prices SOME people are asking for theirs anyway? One thing for sure though, a passive wal still sounds like a wal, my pro II is probably my favourite, and I have a few. Certainly don’t think one loses much with a passive wal in my humble opinion x

I always had to work even when I was in a band years ago trying to ‘make it’Itwas a real struggle back then but when you’re young and hungry you can burn the candle at both ends! Obviously didn’t work for me of course 🤣 but it was bloody hard going and I don’t think it was ‘easier’ back then by any stretch. Not all of ‘em of course, but an awful lot of musicians that seem to make it do come from very comfortable backgrounds, but they don’t like advertising the fact.You can’t deny some of their talent, but being able to doss about and devote time to nurturing that talent without having to graft ya balls off all hours god made does help quite a lot. Having money in the family or well off parents that are willing to finance you and having no pressure to earn x amount every week must be very liberating. Definitely just as hard back then in my humble opinion.

Always thought bergantino were missing a trick by not putting tilt back casters on their 2x12 cabs and maybe a pull up handle on the 2x10 with casters. hope you get it sorted.😊x

Very sad to hear, never owned a JD but definitely on the radar. my sincere condolences to the family. RIP JOHN X