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Afternoon charity gig…classic car show in Wisbech at the Five Bells supporting East Anglia Air Ambulance. Cool weather, but a good crowd and the pub staff was excellent. I was really happy with the new cabs…really good even with no PA feed. Trace Elliot GP12smx, Genz Benz Focus 1x12 cabs, Fender Jazz 24.
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What style of music? I’ve been fascinated by the NS Design basses since I played one last winter.
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Trace Elliot Cabinets + foot switch….last chance
dclaassen replied to dclaassen's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
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At the George in Doddington. Small pub but really good crowd!
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Show us your rig of choice for the weekend ** Basschat edition**
dclaassen replied to bassace97's topic in Amps and Cabs
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Is a new mass-produced bass ever worth more than £1500
dclaassen replied to Beedster's topic in General Discussion
I guess I had a different experience. In 1978, I was at university, but also gigging 2-5 nights a week. I was taking home about $150-300 a night. I bought my 63 Jazz for around $250, then a new RD Artist for $800. School and rent was cheap. I sure wish the prices were that kind today. -
Is a new mass-produced bass ever worth more than £1500
dclaassen replied to Beedster's topic in General Discussion
Value is a slippery thing. There are a lot of giggable bases under £300, especially with some minimal tweaks and upgrades. I find value in my boutique bass when it encourages me to play it. So does a less expensive instrument, just not in the same way. The Pedulla is no case queen, but inspires me to play better. -
Nice Jazz bass ...... options for £500 (new or used)?
dclaassen replied to Pirellithecat's topic in Bass Guitars
I would choose the MIM Jazz as a starting point. If you don’t like it, it would be easy to unload and you will get a good feel for life playing a Jazz. -
What's the bass/instrument you have had longest?
dclaassen replied to Stub Mandrel's topic in General Discussion
The oldest equipment I have is a leather guitar strap I bought sometime in 1976. Like many here, I sold all my stuff off in the 90’s. I have had my 1974 LoPrinzi acoustic since 1998. -
Ironical, isn't it.....:) Maybe I should start a Britannia-a group...we could play stuff that is vaguely British, or English, or, heck maybe even Irish...oh and French cause 1066....
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Jazz or P Bass neck effect ease of play?
dclaassen replied to DocTrucker's topic in General Discussion
As with most things to do with instruments, it’s mainly up to personal preference. I’ve got big beefy hands, and prefer the feel of most jazz necks. I know from experience though, that I also can quickly become used to playing on a different profile. Fivers are, for me, even more a matter of getting the right feel. Play lots of them before you buy. -
After reading this article, I am no closer too seeing this as a legitimate genre. You just cannot lump Johnnie Cash, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, and the Lumineers in the same grouping.
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Thanks! I think there are wiring directions on the back of the amp…will check tomorrow
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The XLR has three leads…
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Ok…then assume I have a male xlr for the output on the TE amp…please walk me through the proper connection for the Speakon.
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Okay, but, to me, “Country” is most pre-1970’s artists of the genre, and ending with George Strait and Scotty McCreary. Bluegrass is different…Bill Monroe, Ricky Skaggs, Allison Krause…Folk is way different…Dylan, Kingston Trio, Weavers… Most new country is really pop music. The best definition of country music I’ve heard is “three chords and the truth.”
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Been using phone jacks for many years, but….since I have a TE head and Genz Benz cabs, how about XLR to speakon?
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Agree with this….
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As someone who was born and raised in rural America, lived in both the Midwest and Texas, I am at a bit of a loss to discover what the heck "Americana" really is. Best definition I have seen is "a fusion of all American forms of music", which could also be rock, country, blues, etc. Is this just another attempt to subdivide music into yet another category that doesn't really exist? Is it that some folks are just ashamed of real country music, or real bluegrass music? Who inspires Americana? Alison Krause? B.B King? Carlos Santana? George Strait? I would love to be educated, please......
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Show us your rig of choice for the weekend ** Basschat edition**
dclaassen replied to bassace97's topic in Amps and Cabs
Just picked up the 2 1x12 cabs and gave both one and both a test drive at home…amazing tone and responds to the flexibility of the Trace amp superbly. No gig for 3weeks but cannot wait to use them! And it’s a one-handed lift….anybody need a TE 4x10? -
5 string recommendations for Gospel/Church band
dclaassen replied to Allaboutthebass's topic in Bass Guitars
That same Spectracore is currently on offer….