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  1. hubrad
    Yup, that will work. I prefer to think of such a thing as a temporary, experimental measure. If it becomes a more regular usage I'd be more inclined to solder a short extension in place. . less connections always seems like a better thing.
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    Ace!
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    Just bought an EMG preamp here.. a most pleasant experience! The pre is now installed and all's well, just as described. Excellent comms and speedy, safe delivery. Cheers Mark! :-)
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    http://www.maplin.co.uk/miniature-single-gang-potentiometers-2203 JM71N is the 10K Linear
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    Tried Maplin/Farnell/RS type places? Sounds easy enough.
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    hubrad replied to Jus Lukin's topic in Accessories and Misc

    THE most EUB-like tone I've had was Picato black nylons on one of the Overwater fretlesses.
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    *Like* :-) Fretless 5 gets my vote anyway; never played an ACG but that does look rather quality!
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    Sold.

    hubrad replied to Bassulike66's topic in Effects For Sale

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    Found it in the More Options bit! [attachment=140765:blacksailJan2010.jpg]
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    Haha, that worked then! How does one attach pics these days? I can't find any way of uploading..
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    [quote name='Kees_SoS' timestamp='1375277921' post='2159149'] Thanks! Looking forward to seeing it. [/quote] Here we go; similar woods - walnut wings with flamed ash top. Smooth as you like.. with black nylons this bass sounds kinda EUB!
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    I've played plugged into these systems quite a few times over the years. I can see the point, especially if they have had complaints. The trouble seems to be that different sensors appear to be most sensitive to different frequencies. Sometimes the bass trips the switch, other gigs it's the fiddle. Are we talking health and safety here, or neighbours' complaints, or has some entrepreneur simply stitched the venue up with a 'you really need one of these' line?
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    [quote name='Kees_SoS' timestamp='1375127769' post='2157086'] I actually remember Martin mentioning you a while ago. Didn't you also have a fretless built with some of the same flamed ash? [/quote] Yes, that's right! I'll find a photo once I am on a regular computer.
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    Ooh, this looks like it could be a seriously gorgeous bass in the making!
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    Mozart

    hubrad replied to KevG's topic in EUB and Double Bass

    [quote name='philparker' timestamp='1374356151' post='2148086'] Make room! Move some furniture - think of it as a show piece of furniture; sell something; ditch something; buy a smaller settee, but most importantly of all - buy a DB!!! [/quote] again +1.. this stands to be one of those 'most quoted' posts! [quote name='zero9' timestamp='1374407317' post='2148366'] While you may not regret getting a double bass, there doesn't seem to be an immediate need. Just keep using the EUB for now, from what you say, they seem happy with that. I'm sure the desire to get one will take over soon [/quote] I'd say if you're planning to play with acoustic violins only the 'real thing' will do tonally. EUB and an acoustic DB are quite a different experience. Each has it's place, just the DB has a bigger one!
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    [quote name='Clarky' timestamp='1373556159' post='2139030'] I find Acoustic Image's amps are better than their cabs, not that the latter are bad, just not outstanding. The BigE is a lot better cab than anything AI offer, in my opinion. But as a combo, the Ten2 is a nifty thing for all but the loud gigs [/quote] I got the Mk2 AI combo a few years back, and ended up separating the head from the cab for more flexibility. The head is great, but so clean that it doesn't end up all that loud into either AI or EA cabs. The AI cab isn't exactly loud, but it's very natural sounding, to the point of being almost flat with electric bass. The thing with the cab is that, due to the downward-firing 10", the closer you are to it the more the sound flies past your feet, giving an impression of a not-so-good cab. Ask the punters at the back of the room, mind, and it's always 'the bass sounded amazing'! Brill cab for a more acoustic reinforcement application where you don't need too much onstage. If I need more immediate volume then it's the forward firers. For myself I'm never quite so happy with the DB tone, but always had loads of positive comments from those out front. Back OT, how are you getting on Laurence? I have a Schatten as my second pickup; fits in the wing slot like Underwood. Only use it on certain gigs where it's all basically too loud. I'm not as keen on the tone, especially bowed (pickup mounted higher up the bridge always seems to equate to more string noise and scratch) but it's much more punchy and cutting than the Realist. You can have a lend of that if you like.
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    [quote name='Mr. Foxen' timestamp='1373712704' post='2140830'] Spend it entirely in BCs for sale section, on stuff people are selling to buy other things in the for sale section, and get some movement on there. [/quote] BCQE?
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    [quote name='tedmanzie' timestamp='1373712708' post='2140831'] I've got a similar job - after making the dinner for my girlfriend I can have a few drinks, but picking up the bass is strictly forbidden. [/quote] My double bass lives in the kitchen.. no way of enforcing a blanket ban there.
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    Possibly some tie-in with one of the countries where alcohol just doesn't happen anyway?
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    What BidRedX said, but also the bottom of the slot is just as important - unevenness or a bit of muck in there causes just as many problems. Could be worth a visit to an acoustic luthier experienced in undersaddles.
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    Is that 'no drink in work hours' or 'no drink on board'? First one sounds perfectly reasonable; second one, draconian but possibly there's been some kind of trouble before. Might be worth asking the prospective employer to clarify, but as said above - do you want the work?
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    Wow, INSANE price! If I didn't already have the same bass but unlined it would be coming north.. Big bump for an absolute tone monster, the J5 is my 'rooooccckkk' bass.. but I also play folk gigs on it. If no-one snaps your hand off at this price, Richard, there's either no money around or no taste.
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    That does make sense, MBA. I had a MM Silhouette 6string a few years ago.. Of all the electric guitars I have ever owned that was the one that both needed, and responded to, truss rod tweaking. Minor tweaks but every time I picked it up. Could be a MM thing.. Sounded great though!;-)
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    [quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1370617803' post='2103566'] Welcome and kudos for joining our community, it's always good to have recognised names contributing [/quote] My sentiments exactly. Beware - BC is mightily addictive!
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    [quote name='Count Bassy' timestamp='1367841962' post='2070059'] Generally I find the Eagles dull and wishy washy, with a few notable exceptions, one of which is "Get Over It". Unfortunately I've just joined a band that includes "Hotel California" and "Peaceful easy Feeling" in the set list. The first I can just about tolerate (better to play than to listen to), but the second is just dreary. [/quote] Check out the non-hits..there are some really great songs that pretty much never get radio play.
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