Huw Foster

The band perform soul/funk originals, and have been established for quite some time. I didn't want to patronise the bassist by explaining my rig to him, as I assumed that he would know how to use it. I can't remember what he normally uses, but I seem to recall seeing a moderately sized Fender rig on previous gigs. I find it hard to believe that he could plead ignorance though. As mentioned previously, he might have been drunk, but that's no excuse. As for conversing with the band, I'm going to talk to another member who I understand also takes on the role of manager. I've been waiting a little while to do this so I can compose myself a little and think through how I'm going to explain the situation without coming across all accusatory. I've also met him on one previous occasion where he depped in the very band I played with on Friday, and he lectures at the college of music I attend, so I'm hoping he will be sympathetic - as you suggested I won't really be able to afford replacing the speaker, being that I am a poor student (although, come Monday I'll just be a poor freelance musician). Ironically, I was considering splashing out on an extension cab in time for the gig... If I had, I expect I wouldn't have this problem! Thanks for the informed response Alex.

Yeah, the fact that it died a little while after said abuse does breed some uncertainty. However, I am still convinced it was the reason for the speaker failure, or whatever the eventual diagnosis turns out to be. I am pretty sure they will understand the situation, and be reasonable. If the bassist does realise how much of a dick he was being, all the better!

Right then, let's try to make this as short as possible. On Friday night I played a gig for my uni's end of year party, it was a great night, etc etc. My band had agreed to provide the backline (amps, drums) for the occasion, so brought along my LMII and my Aguilar 1x12. There was decent monitoring and PA support at the venue, so although my rig itself isn't particularly weighty, I thought it would do fine with these factors in mind. The headlining act was a respected Leeds-based band, and to be fair they played a great set as usual. However, I noticed towards the end of their set that the 'clip' light on the amp was almost constantly illuminated. As we packed up afterwards, I was quite disturbed to find that both the gain and the master volume had been turned all the way up. I didn't get a chance to talk to the bassist, but despite my worries I thought it would most probably be OK. Last night, which was the night following the gig, I was playing a function. In soundcheck I made sure everything was OK, and it seemed so then. However, we were barely into the second song of the set and the speaker on my cab suddenly died - it just fizzled out. Fortunately I had an XLR going into front of house, so I managed to keep going with a few monitoring adjustments. I daresay my night was ruined though - I was f***ing [i]livid[/i]. Honestly, I don't think I've ever been as angry as I was last night. I worked hard to get that rig, and I've barely had it for 2 months - I bought the cab brand new from Bass Merchant. I was simply baffled as to how the other bassist could be so disrespectful of somebody else's gear. I have reason to believe some of the band were very drunk, but regardless of that, [i]anyone[/i] should know that pushing the gain like that is big fat no-no, let alone an experienced player such as him. It's a massive shame too, as I previously had a lot of respect for him as a bassist. I've calmed down a bit since then - i.e., I don't have quite an immediate urge to kill someone. Anyway, I would firstly like to know if anyone else agrees that the two incidents are correlated. I can't think of any other reason, as the cab is new and I've looked after it well. Secondly, does anyone have any suggestions as to how to get it fixed? I've been given a contact number for the band, and obviously I'm going to explain the situation to them. Hopefully they will understand and agree to cover any subsequent costs. If I were to send the cab back from the dealer, would it be covered by warranty? If not, what else could I do? By the way, I have double-checked and triple-checked that it is indeed a problem with the main speaker. It just seems completely dead - the only audible sound is emitted by the tweeter. Thanks in advance for your suggestions. I'm getting worked again just talking about it, as I've not had a chance to properly vent my anger over this since last night - it's not entirely appropriate to smash things up at a function, as much as I wanted to. Incidentally, if anyone can recommend any decent outlets of rage, please feel free to add them to your replies. Yours indignantly, Huw

Another new one... 'Living in the future'. In my mind it sounds a bit Eno circa [i]Another Green World[/i] if he'd had an 808 and gated reverb.

I didn't go, but I saw him last year at Leeds Uni. Funkiest, tightest band ever... ...probably.

Well, my first experience of the basschat marketplace was a good 'un, and thanks to Kalim I am now the happy owner of a Little Mark II. I couldn't find a feedback page for him, so here it is! He is a pleasure to deal with - had no problems directing me to his house when the directions off Google got a bit misleading (well, they probably weren't that bad, but my sense of direction is mediocre at best), and his rig was set up for me to try out when I got there. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this fella!

[attachment=24729:Image182.jpg] My new rig - Kalim sold me the Little Mark II earlier this week, and when the Aguilar GS 112 arrived on Friday afternoon I was like a kid at Christmas. A massive upgrade (well, in terms of quality rather than size) from my 1x15 Peavey combo that had been my workhorse for however many years. I'm in love!

[quote name='RhysP' post='474270' date='Apr 28 2009, 03:32 PM']My attitude has always been "If you want me in your band you can bloody well come & pick me up". I haven't been in a band for a while now....... [/quote]

80s-tastic. It'll be a crime if you wear them any lower than north of bellybutton.

I don't drive. I really should learn, and I will have time after uni, but I'm also a bit put off by how expensive it is. Seems like I'm getting more frugal since I left home, haha. Right now I don't really need to though - most of my gigs are with my function band, and we have a van, so all the gear is usually accounted for. However, I'll be kicking myself if I get a call for an amazing gig one day and I have no way of getting myself and my rig there. Well that got the topic onto a good start, didn't it. Sorry, I'll shut up now.

'Ug?'

Listening now. So far I'm really digging 'White & Blue Flower' - some well chosen chord voicing on the pianah, lovely melodies and your singer has great tone. However,as it's already quite full as vox/piano/cello it does get quite muddy when bass and drums enter towards the end. That's my only real criticism though! You've got a great sound here. Giving 'Floating Thoughts' a proper listen now - again, I really like it! Nice one.

I really love some of her tunes and her ridiculous playing, but I'm not so sure about her band. They're definitely very 'Berklee' to my ears - technically very good, but they seem a bit characterless to me. Would still like to see live though!

New improved mixes (in my opinion) now up on the player. The track that had the somewhat impersonal and meaningless working title 'Twentyfive' is now called 'At the very thought'. Enjoy!

There's something very entertaining about the way the lead character runs. I don't know. Maybe it's just me...

[quote name='EBS_freak' post='466695' date='Apr 19 2009, 12:58 PM']DJ 5. White. Nice.[/quote] *boner* Sorry you had to see that.

Anyone seen the new range of amps in stock anywhere yet? If not, anyone have any idea of when they will be?