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Just returned from Liverpool. I agree with several previous posters here that the whole thing was rather underwhelming. Half an hour and I had pretty much seen what was on offer. Distinct lack of atmosphere and a general overhanging question "where is everyone"? Turnout wasn't great. Not a great deal to see or do. A lot of empty space and nothing really exciting to stimulate my GAS. Credit to Bass Direct however, who did have a good presence and knew how to exhibit. I did also enjoy "Dr Funk" - nice chap and great to see enthusiasm and virtuosity in the younger generation. It was also good to hear Steve Lawson's thoughts on tone and technique. All in all, the show seemed to be struggling with its identity. It really wasn't clear what the weekend was supposed to be about, and who might benefit. Given how much passion there is in the Low End community for what we do I was taken by surprise. I do regret not being able to stick around for Phil Mann. The saving Grace for me is the fact that Liverpool itself is such a great place visit. I had a weekend ticket, but pretty much covered the show on Saturday. That left plenty of time to sample some of the other delights of that fine city on Sunday. All in all, we had a lovely weekend break in Liverpool, but I will think twice before I sign up to another UK Bass show.

My most expensive bass is a stingray. I love the sound but I really don't enjoy playing it. It's really heavy and access to the higher frets ain't great. it just doesn't sit right.

Thanks for the kind offer Steve - all sorted now though. We have sound!

Thanks again Dan - I'll try again this evening.

Hi Dan, thanks - I appreciate the response. In the manual it says the connector is wired with the amplifier positive to terminal “1+” and the amplifier negative to terminal “1-“. Perhaps I should give the NL2FX cable another go - maybe I didn't twist it on enough?

Hi, I'm hoping someone will be able to help me out here 🤞 I have a Mesa D-800 amp and a recently acquired Mesa Subway 1X15 cab. According to the owner's manual I need a cable with NL-2MP Speakon plugs to connect the two. The amp has a NL4FC connector. I’ve only used the D-800 through headphones so far. I tried a cable with NL2FX plugs but got nothing. Any Mesa owners out there? What are you using to connect to your cab? Thanks in advance. ☺️

How do the GHS match up to D'Addarios? I usually use D'Addario tapes. I like the matt finish, less plasticky than Labella's, just feel smoother to play. I've not tried GHS tapes.

On reflection, I paid after I'd placed the ad (it was under £50 so I wan't sure if I still needed to pay). Still - it's all in a good cause!

Hello Mods, I placed an ad in the Amps and Cabs for Sale section yesterday and It is coming up as "pending approval" - I presume it's not visible to other Basschatters yet. Just wondered how long the approval process takes on average or whether there is an issue with the ad itself? Thanks in advance. Karl

Bought a Jazz loom from John, who kindly offered to adapt my control plate to fit. Great comms and a top class job as always. Service like that is very much appreciated.

Possible - Looks like I will need to open it up and have a poke around 🤞

Thanks for the advice. Good point.

Thanks @Downunderwonder- I'll give it a go 👍

Thanks Paul, sadly I don't think a £130 outlay would be worth it in this case. I will give the effects option a whirl though.

Hello. I'm hoping the formidable BC "Hive mind" will be able to help here. I have an old Trace Elliot GP7 SM 300W Combo amp which has always had home use only. It is now surplus to requirements and I was planning to sell it on. It is still in good cosmetic nick. However, I tested it out today and the volume seemed lower / weaker than usual. Then after a minute or two, the signal becomes distorted. I've been through the usual checklist: Reduced input level taken the EQ down a few notches tried with both active and passive basses (no difference) Reduced Master output level The distortion continues regardless. I'm not experienced enough to tinker with the internal gubbins. I'm wondering whether to A) sell it as is, for spares or repairs B) Get it fixed (if it sounds like a fairly straightforward / inexpensive fix Does this sound like the speaker has blown? Loose connection somewhere? I just wondered if this sounds like a common fault. Any advice / thoughts gratefully received 🙃

+1 on the Lightweight Mesa cabs. I have the Subway 1X15 - it's deep and punchy but nicely portable. Only weighs around 17kg.

Hi Ian - I can recommend Howard Smith over in Clarendon Park Road area. Nice chap and knows his way around most stringed instruments. http://www.howardsmith.co.uk/ I'm sure it won't be long before you are setting your own up however. Plenty of great advice and support on here 👍

Welcome Ian - from another "Leicesterfarian"! - That might actually stick - better than Leicesterians.