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[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488573266' post='3250250'] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3](no, I didn't bother shouting at them, I've been in 'no win' situations before)[/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3] [/size][/font][/color] [/quote] I know you didn't shout at them, but what did they say when you politely pointed out your concerns?

[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488572705' post='3250245'] After an exchange of pms, I'll offer this.......I bought an amp off this firm a year or so ago. It was described as serviced (as are all their stock)....it was somewhat overpriced, but it was a model that I really wanted, so I bit the bullet (gas)......... It arrived, filthy, inside and out...I mean like it had been stored by the side of the.M6 for a few years I put it straight to my tech (details available, pm me), who did recap work, commented that the output valves looked 'recent', and cleaned the thing properly before a pat test. So I paid about 50% more for a serviced amp, which was filthy and had not been properly 'benched' and then had to be professionally sorted........... This is not a rant...merely a statement of fact. (no, I didn't bother shouting at them, I've been in 'no win' situations before) [/quote] What did they say when you complained to them?

[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488570113' post='3250220'] I think the 'problem' seems to lie in the 'serviced' part of their advertising (on every ad) - customers seem to hope that the object has actually been on a bench - lately..........from the Les Paul forum it would look unlikely..........if I buy off fleabay I tend to expect the object to be somewhat less than described - I also don't expect to pay top dollar for anything else......... [url="http://www.vintageamps.com/plexiboard/viewtopic.php?f=53&t=112283"]http://www.vintageam...p?f=53&t=112283[/url] might shed a little more light.......? [/quote] I'm still not following - do they have a documented history of regularly misleading buyers?

OP - I'm intrigued as to why you've posted this thread. It's a few months old, and not exactly on ongoing thing...?

This has to be up there somwhere... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdKVX45wYeQ

[quote name='Fisheth' timestamp='1488479968' post='3249353'] It begins! [/quote] Next thing you'll be staring longingly at leather sofas...

[quote name='Bolo' timestamp='1488432151' post='3248851'] Still, AC/DC gets sold out venues year after year. Millions of people thoroughly enjoy their straight-forward rock. DS sell tickets good too, but tour much less, so are a more rare commodity. [/quote] They're not actually a going concern, and haven't been for 25 years. Incidentally, I walked out of a DS show in '92. Bored out of my mind. Still love 'em. Love AC/DC, too.

[quote name='mikel' timestamp='1488407029' post='3248785'] What? I love AC/DC but they will never be as good as Dire Straits. Mark Knopfler is a genius. [/quote] Yep, DS were a hell of a band.

Blue probably won't respond, because he's so offended by the remark.* [color=#ff8c00][b][font=comic sans ms,cursive]*humorous comment[/font][/b][/color]

C'mon... I've waited years to see a blue movie.

[quote name='JamesBass' timestamp='1488274003' post='3247354'] I've already got specs in mind, but I'm torn on who to give them to, to make my dream come true, I'm even considering FCS! [/quote] That would be utter folly :-) All this time you're procrastinating, Adrian could already be instructing his Maruzczelves to make your dream a reality... And if it makes you feel better, send me the few grand you're saving by not going to the CS. I'll even give you a receipt.

Here's mine, kind-of. No pedals - all that's not covered is my TKS S212 / S112 cab. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLyBAFiJRJY&t=703s http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq64dgNIrD8

Easy. Speak to Adrian at Maruszczyk and get the exact P you've always wanted.

I'm still loving mine after having them on ages and ages. They've still got the growl I need from rounds, and it doesn't seem to be disappearing any time soon. Great strings.

[quote name='Daz39' timestamp='1487592648' post='3240942'] You need to read Neil's books to get an insight into his character: curmudgeonly, shy, passionate, curious etc. I have The DVD of beyond the lighted stage to watch yet, I did enjoy their tour DVDs though. 'We couldn't have done it without the soup!' [/quote] Yeah, I've read 'em all. The shy / passionate thing I get, but the whole 'Every show is the ultimate test of endurance and ability...' mantra is pretty tedious. You're a drummer, man.

[quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1487589036' post='3240889'] The more recent 'Time stand still' is a different story though, actually quite sad to watch if you're a die hard fan. [/quote] Yep, it certainly is. Neil came across as even more self-important than I expected in that.

...Beyond the Lighted Stage is on Netflix. Well worth a watch for committed and casual fans.

Martin will let you try the YI200 if you pop along to the workshop. Take your cabs.

[quote name='Rich' timestamp='1487356069' post='3239310'] I've spent good money on lightweight gear and have convinced myself (I didn't take much convincing) that I am totally happy with my class D amp and neo cab sound. It is entirely possible that a 60lb amp and a 100lb cab might give me a sound that I prefer very slightly, yes. [/quote] It's not that black-and-white. There are various shades of weight inbetween...

[url="https://www.google.co.uk/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=site:basschat.co.uk+why+buy+relic"]Knock yoursel' oot.[/url]

[quote name='Davo-London' timestamp='1487204442' post='3238098'] IS NO-ONE LISTENING? I said that I don't like flats. I have nickel rounds on any bass with strings! HOWEVER, even though I don't like anything about flats (feel, tension, sound) I do like the 750Ns. Most of the posts here rant about their pet hates with flats. I agree with all of them - that's the whole point. Am I going mad ... [/quote] Thread title fail.

The IV's are actually rarer than the V's... they were built more recently, and the hardware was a bit more refined. I loved mine, but I just fancied a change.

Classic flats - they belong on a P. They're definitely warmer and less clangy than Chromes (well, as clangy as flats ever get), but loads going in in the mids. They feel smooth once they wear in, and they're not too stiff or floppy. I would still be using them, but I currently use GHS Precision flats which are a bit cheaper, and IMO almost identical.