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I think an outboard preamp (with DI) is essential for any gigging bass player. The preamp is the FOH tone - the sound person usually takes the DI out from there or a house DI box is put between the preamp and the amp on stage. The preamp can be used to control the FOH sound and the amp on stage can be used to control the stage sound. That way you can EQ properly for two different environments. How I've always done it.

No, it's just proper technique.

I'm sure the high tension flats did not help.

Discontinued a long time ago.

I've always had a soft spot for the MXR M81 - fantastic preamp for clean tones.

I normally wear Timberlands instead of Vans or DMs like everyone else in the rock scene.

Timmy C circa 95-00.

Well you'll need a new nut for a start...

Really happy with mine, no problems dialling in a great sound. Plenty of punch too.

Very happy with my rig. Precision into a MarkBass combo. TC Polytune and Spark Booster. What more do you need?

I can't think of another guitarist who had a greater impact on not only the music but the image and influence on the genre. Hendrix is number one for a reason.

Giving this yet another bump. I have a chance to buy one for a great price yet nobody seems to have used this pedal...

I think the Digbeth has had nothing but universal praise on here and competes with preamps double the price. I have an MXR M-80 but always wish it had headphones out...

Peavey Micro Bass is a great little amp. Ask if you could purchase just that. Harley Benton are decent basses, a secondhand Squier/Cort/Ibanez/Yamaha all should be considered if budget allows.

Bargain strings round 2: https://www.amazon.co.uk/NR45105L-45-105-Nickel-Guitar-String/dp/B0017Y6N90/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=1BTEJRMVGUNWH&keywords=sit+bass+strings&qid=1699105373&sprefix=sit+bass+strings%2Caps%2C66&sr=8-3

How is the background noise/hiss on these?

Dunlop flatwounds are great if your budget allows.

Dillinger Escape Plan called it quits when they were at the top of their game. Kudos.

Started a stoner/southern rock project thing and I have a mini board assembled. Will post pics later: TC Polytune 3 > TC Spark Booster > Idiotbox Blower Box V2 > EHX Green Russian Big Muff.

TC Spark Booster.

Savarez have a pretty extensive history in string making. I have never tried their bass strings but have heard good things. Does anyone use these regularly and can offer an opinion? @Strings Direct have these for sale although £30 seems a little steep. https://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/collections/bass-guitar-string-sets/products/savarez-explosion-nickel-wound-45-105-bass-guitar-strings?_pos=22&_fid=74a5a3293&_ss=c

Skynet control confirmed.

The blue mute foam - where did you get it from?

Best way to say F U to the Crue...