GremlinAndy

[quote name='uzzell' post='759721' date='Feb 28 2010, 12:59 PM']Thanks for all the opinions people, I'm currently looking into details and pricing of the Schroeder Mini 10+. Does anybody ue them?[/quote] There are loads of threads containing info on Schroeders mate. Just so you understand JUST how light the Schroeders are, I left mine on the floor outside a gig and a gust of backwash from a passing toddler on a trike sent it up into the stratosphere. ...Well OK that's an exaggeration, but the real truth is that while my old wardrobe sized 2x15 used to nearly bust my hump to move, even with it's castors, but my 2x tiny Schro' 1515L's can be lifted to shoulder level, one in each hand with my arms outstretched. that's 4 (YES FOUR) 15's in a weightlifting *fly* type movement! (fact) On the other hand, you should research the sound they give because they aren't exactly transparent. I can't say too much about the mini cabs, because I haven't heard them, but I think the smaller they are the more apparent the colouration.

[quote name='uzzell' post='758535' date='Feb 26 2010, 07:22 PM']That looks interesting. Do you know where sells them?[/quote] I got mine through a smahing and very helpful fella called Shaun at SHX Music. Shaun SHX Music (UK) The UK Dealers for Schroeder Bass Cabinets [url="http://www.shxmusic.com"]http://www.shxmusic.com[/url] [email protected]

[quote name='RhysP' post='759305' date='Feb 27 2010, 06:21 PM']Nice! Did you order it through Mansons or direct from Joe Zon?[/quote] Direct from Joe. I was speaking to him via e-mail because I wanted to know if I could get a hyperbass but really wanted it with the special bridge unit that Manring uses... And he informed me that although they don't appear on the web site they *were* doing a batch of Hyperbass with the adjustable tuning bridge... So I phoned him there and then and ordered it! The original quote was an approximate 8 month wait... but since I haven't had any build pictures yet I'm assuming it's not even started yet. I dunno how long the actual build time is, but I *should* hear something real soon. Hopefully. ...dammit! I said I might fly over to collect it when it's ready, ...and Joe said he'd see if he could arrange a meeting with Mr Manring! Oooof I dunno if it'll happen, but that'd be a monumental day to remember for me.

Well the wait is *KILLING ME* but my Zon Hyperbass is due to be completed around 30/5/2010. It was ordered way back when dinosaurs ruled the Earth on 10/9/09 I will post pictures of it during the build process (as I've been promised them) as I get them.... If you're interested that is.... Andy

maybe this? [url="http://www.schroedercabinets.com/mini10+.htm"]Schroeder Mini 10+[/url] I use Shroeder and couldn't be happier. (They can be bought in the UK too) It may be a bit pricey depending what you want to use it for, but it would always have a decent resale value...

2x Warwick Thumb Bass

When I was first in bands the PA was always an expense no one could afford. (Damned singers thinking a Mic is all they need!) So back then the PA was something communally owned, which mainly just allowed vocal amplification. All the rest of the sound was delivered by the backline. And bass being less audible to the human ear was always lost, when compared to the Guitar/keys. After that we had a bit better PA, (not mine) but with all the band and drums going through it, the bass would quickly use up all the under powered amps potential, so the bass was rolled right off by the sound guy, ...and sounded weak and pappy. Very annoying. Hence *my* personal search to have a backline which is capable of being used loudly enough (with lots of headroom) without PA assistance. The *irony* is that [b]I[/b] now own the 20k Turbosound rig for the bands PA and can put as much bass through it as I want/need.

Nice to hear from you buddy. It was a very old unit, and I was actually wanting to give it away, BUT if I'd said that on the forum it would have just gone to someone who just sold it on ebay the next day. I was more interested in giving it to someone *prepared* to pay for it, (and hence actually wanted to give it a go.) I dunno how much use it was, but hopefully you got *some* mileage out of it. Thanks for the feedback mate! [quote name='Robin UK' post='706478' date='Jan 9 2010, 12:36 PM']Andy offered me a Wireless last February at a crazy low price, and then, after sending it, and giving me some advice on setting it up, refused for me to pay him, becuase the power supply he'd told me before was slightly dogey, was very slightly dodgey (still going strong though). A true gent and a very helpful and kind guy. Sorry for the late feedback, Robin[/quote]

[quote name='steantval' post='698588' date='Jan 2 2010, 10:41 AM']Hi, Joking apart. If you are playing any gigs further south I will try to be at the gigs. Tried to get a Journey tribute together a couple of years back, quality musicians all in place but just could not find a vocalist to do the job.[/quote] I'll keep you posted mate! Yeah getting a full line-up for a Journey band took us 3 years! The singer situation is impossible. ...well almost. We got a singer capable of singing all the songs in the original key, and who sounds GREAT! His voice really soars on those highs... We we're VERY lucky. Glad we held out now.

[quote name='cetera' post='698738' date='Jan 2 2010, 02:09 PM']Andy, I trust your tone has plenty of honking mids and a touch of chorus?!?! Essential for Ross Valory sounds.... [/quote] I *did* use a chorus actually, but I'd only received it a coupe of days before the gig so I ended up turning it off cos I'd over-egged it for the gig. it'll be better next time. Erm re the mids. Yeah. I have a thumb-bass which does the mids very well, and schroeder cabs... so mids are in abundance. I'm just missing the lovely growly natural distored sound I've only ever heard from Jons TF amp...

[quote name='steantval' post='698415' date='Jan 1 2010, 10:10 PM']Oh sh*t, I better cancel my flight tickets from the States..........Steve Perry [/quote] Hi Steve. I'll put the pot on if you're popping over buddy! Maybe I can convince you to do a few gigs with us? lol

[quote name='warwickhunt' post='697199' date='Dec 31 2009, 02:05 PM']How did the 'rig' sound Andy and just out of interest, what bass or basses were used? [/quote] Hi buddy I used the thumb bass. and the rig was erm. **LOUD** and tight. But do you know what, I haven't managed to get the growl I got at your house on that Thunderfunk through the 8x10. I can't understand it... I even bought the black streamer that I was playing that day. Sell me your Thunderfunk buddy! I need to find out if that's the missing element.

Thing is, I'm an old school dude. Before the internet it was possible to be called the same name as *many* club-cover bands, even in the UK. It was unlikely you would ever cross paths with a band from down London way, if you were from, say, ...Sheffield (as I am). But then the internet comes along, and everyone can see the other bands, and it's like they own the name. Well *FECK THAT!* We're just tribute acts, in different continents... Neither one of us are gonna *make it big* so I reckon that we'll not be confused with the US based band... We're not trying to sell ourselves in a big internet based promotional experience... If someone were to turn up to one of our gigs expecting those guys, I'd be *very* surprised, and would laugh my tats off at them. and finally, to be honest, we didn't know about the other guys when we decided on the name. A quick search of the internet only showed a UK based, original pop boy-band type thing... but we rehearsed for 3 years waiting to get a full line up... and we stuck with the name, cos we were used to it...

[quote name='Finbar' post='683081' date='Dec 13 2009, 03:42 PM']Let me know if you plan to play in Sheffield itself Andy and I'll definitely pop down! [/quote] will do buddy!!!

WOW!!! What a fantastic night! The turnout was really good! We filled a 475 seater almost to capacity! The club said that's the best takings they've had over the bar in 10 years! (probably explains why everyone had a good time, and better than we deserve actually ) All in all a great debut for us, ...and I couldn't have enjoyed my first stint on stage after a 16 year siesta more!

[quote name='cetera' post='680485' date='Dec 10 2009, 06:22 PM']Sounds great.... let me know if you get any gigs down London/Surrey/Berks way and I'll do my best to make it... [/quote] Indeed I will buddy! cheers. Andy

As a return favour for allowing us to rehearse at the Eastwood View WMC in Rotherham we, "Departure" have agreed to do our first gig there. So if you're in the South Yorkshire area on Sat 12th Dec we will be performing. You'll probably have to be an old fart to be interested in Journey songs ...and the ticket fee is £5 on the door or £3 in advance from the club, (I have some too if anyone *was* interested in hearing my Schroeder rig of doom, marred by my bad playing... ) It'd be great to see you there. So come and introduce yourself if you do come! ...and may God bless all who sail on her! Andy

[quote name='tayste_2000' post='608419' date='Sep 25 2009, 10:05 AM']Don't know, trying to get a DB680 someone told me they were better but I don't remember who. [/quote] Well I can confirm that while the F1X is a classic tone, my preference is for the 680. easily. However the difference in price would be *substantial*. Very substantial. So don't be afraid to go low....

[quote name='tayste_2000' post='606440' date='Sep 23 2009, 09:57 AM']Wanted to bump this as I'm looking for a pre I want to move from my Mesa 400+ to a pre and 2 Mesa Strategy power amps I've aquired. I think the Aguilar is too expensive for me, but I wouldn't mind trying it to find out, if any of you guys want to try these beautiful pres through some tube power amps Also Gremlin did you get rid of the F-1X now?[/quote] hey buddy! nope, I still have it. Make an offer

[quote name='Doddy' post='600095' date='Sep 16 2009, 12:45 PM']First of all, I used the word 'boutique' to represent a higher price level of instrument-you are just being pedantic over that one. You also keep saying that it is 'undisputedly'....it clearly is not. In my first post I said "Many people seem to have an added 'confidence' when playing a more expensive bass-the Bass gives them the inspiration to play." (This was on the first page-so I have no need to re-read the title) My argument then came at the suggestion that a better bass forces you to improve-which I disagree with. You can become inspired to play it,but the bass will not force you to improve by itself. I will continue to say that a good player will sound good on any instrument-you've heard the Will Lee story right? The player is more important than the Bass. I've really hit a nerve with you haven't I?[/quote] Have you? Doesn't feel that way from my perspective. Feels to me more like someone arguing a side issue EVEN after I said "Goddammit no-one is disputing that" I'll leave it while you continue onwards with the side issue. Good luck.