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There are a lot of idiots in the world. I think that's all there is to it..!

Bloody great show. We were about 10 rows back, dead centre. Sound was OK (for the Arena, which is an awful shed) and the setlist was great,

Alex had problems throughout the first half (nothing I could hear) but he warmed up a bit during the second half.

Not much criticism other than my ears are buzzing, and Alex needs to use less Gibsons (they all sound the same.. mushy).

[quote name='endorka' post='69885' date='Oct 5 2007, 10:34 AM']I thought it was brilliant, quite a few surprise tunes such as "Natural Science", "Entre Nous" and "Passage to Bangkok".[/quote]

Just as well I know the set list already, innit?


It was a Jaco relic...

It was the first gig of the leg. They might just have been settling in...?

I'm seeing 'em tomorrow.

I know the setlist, and I think it'll be great. The new album is is mint, so no complaints from me.

The last tour was all about the old stuff... they got it out of their system.

[quote name='OldGit' post='69158' date='Oct 3 2007, 05:06 PM']Hey come on, you do play [url="http://www.peterdonegan.com/"]"Electric Skiffle"[/url] - I'd have thought that was a must for every gig [/quote]

We try and avoid it..!

That's our usual comeback when someone shouts it.

'My old man's a dustman!'

'Is he really?'

etc.

'My Old Man's a Dustman'.

Seriously.

[quote name='BB2000' post='67853' date='Sep 30 2007, 07:55 PM']Tried it with my 50's Precision (bloody great bass - I'm selling off all my other Precisions and am just keeping this - can't believe how good they sound), a BB2000 (of course!), a Japanese jazz (JB65) and a couple of my mates instruments (an 80's precision and an Ibanez Blazer??). Oh - and a BB1500.

Bugger all hum. (WOT - if your replacement still hums when it arrives insist on having it swapped out again.)

If the rumour of a new high power Neo amp is true I think it'll blow away the Eden/Mark bass/AI/EA gear. Pity their European sales channels aren't that good - they should go through thomann or similar. I've been trying to get a bag for the Neo-Pak in the UK and they prices asked are comical for something that costs $30 in the US.[/quote]

Cheers BB... that's incredibly useful. I've sent you a PM.

You're right... a high-power Neo would be great.

[quote name='OldGit' post='67815' date='Sep 30 2007, 06:56 PM']Yeah Stop drooling there boy!

Sheilding passives is a good idea anyway, whatever happens ...
OG[/quote]

The hum I've been getting is above and beyond 'normal' unshielded bass hum... I've tried it with a shielded bass (one of Warwickhunt's.. er... Warwicks) and the hum was still noticeable, albeit not as bad.

It's incredibly frustrating as it's clearly a great head. It's just allergic to me, it seems...

[quote name='BB2000' post='67810' date='Sep 30 2007, 06:38 PM']Had a chance to play with a GBE750 today. Couldn't tell the difference A/B'ing the tube channel with a Neo-Pak. Nice amp.[/quote]

Hello!

It's a great pre. Can I ask what bass you used it with?

I use the hefty Tribal Planet 'hard' softcases. I have a lot of confidence in them.

I think the moderation here is spot on. It's sensible and relaxed.

Mind you, I reckon the idiot quota isn't as high as most forums. That helps a bit..

[quote name='R,5,R,5...' post='65935' date='Sep 26 2007, 03:53 PM']You have a point in that it's hard to find -- however, in the FAQ section you will find this:

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Credit card:
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With larger sums it may be much more cost effective to use a bank transfer.[/code][/quote]

Thatcovers them!

To be fair, they should make it clearer that GBP prices are provided for guidance only.

Consider me subscribed...

Cut me in two, and I'd read 'Fender' in the middle, BUT...

...I've played a few CS relics, and none of them have rang my bell. They're all felt a little... errr... fake.

IMO, of course.

[quote name='bass_in_ya_face' post='65172' date='Sep 25 2007, 08:42 AM']Just as a side issue, when I feel i'm at a standard where I can hold my own with other muscians, where do you actively find muscians of a similar standard/age who want to make a noise together?[/quote]

As has already been mentioned, buskers nights / open mic nights / jam nights are a breeding ground for bands of all levels.

FWIW, I'm like Sean - I get cranky if I go for three or four nights without a gig. I've been like that for years...

Having just seen the comment concerned, I kind-of agree with the sentiment that made your blood boil, simply because it has to be a two-way process.

Someone with happenin' chops, flailing away in their bedroom while looking down their noses at someone with limited ability who is out there doing it, won't really connect with me.

[quote name='Paul_C' post='64862' date='Sep 24 2007, 05:07 PM']if it's anything like the time I saw them at the MEN Arena, I'd take some earplugs[/quote]

I saw them there on the R30 tour and it sounded great where I was... you just never know what you're going to get at them gigs. It's all down to your seat number.

FWIW, I think it's a little unfair to be put a business's reputation on the line like this when we don't know the exact circumstances.

Hello!

Nowt yet... I'm really hoping to hear something this week.

I can vouch for the Black Cat - I've gigged this very amp and it sounded splendid.

The recessed jack is a mod. For that reason, and many more, steer clear...

[quote name='paul, the' post='62883' date='Sep 19 2007, 10:48 PM']I had a set, they sounded dull and clicky to me. Too much tension as well. I'm sure it was my fault considering other comments.

I'm going to try TIs next.[/quote]

After a little while, the clickyness subsides and then... they sound like they're supposed to.

Worth persevering!

Absolutely. They do quite a rich tone as well, if that's what you want.

They're great strings.. I use the FLs.