The Funk

[quote name='Dan_Nailed' post='12259' date='Jun 5 2007, 01:22 AM']Well, with [b]my[/b] dbx166 when I plug my EMG'ed Spectors in the level is basically pathetic, even running at 18V. The inputs on the 166xl are line level inputs, switchable between consumer -10db and professional +4db and the outputs of passive bass guitars are not line level(otherwise we wouldn't need DI boxes)[/quote] So, in theory, you could go from a DI box into channel 1 of your rack compressor then into a reamping box back into the preamp input of your amp through to your amp's EQ then into the other channel on your dual mono compressor?

[quote name='bassbloke' post='12149' date='Jun 4 2007, 11:01 PM']I tried bi-amping my rig years ago. Whilst the bottom end through a 15was certainly impressive, the top end through 10s was lacking. I was able to rig up a decent compromise using an SWR SM400 whereby I sent a full range signal to a 2 x 12 and a sub signal (below 120Hz) to a 1 x 15. I reckon you might the results of this approach more than a complete high/low split[/quote] This is similar to what I do. My Aguilar DB680 preamp has a built-in crossover. I use the low crossover out for real low end to my 1 x 15 and I run the 2 x 10 full range. Sounds awesome like this.

I think it can affect the feel of the music. I think that's why people sometimes get quite heated about how to count something.

Ah, well it's an Aguilar DB680 preamp. It might actually say in the literature somewhere. I'll have a look when I get home.

I get what you're saying. I'm still to find the best place in the signal chain for my compressor. The trouble with shifting it from the Pre-out to the F/X loop is that it might be post-EQ there anyway.

[quote name='Painless' post='11037' date='Jun 2 2007, 02:47 PM']Apologies for jumping into your thread, but on a related note, how do you all feel about leaving tuners inline between your guitar and amp? I have a tuner I'm very happy with, but started to notice that it was cutting out some of the frequencies when I left it inline permanently, even when switched off? I would guess that a good quality pedal tuner would perform a proper bypass whenever it's footswitch was used, so this would solve/answer my question? Russ.[/quote] My preamps and heads have a tuner out or link out. Just try that (if you have it) - your bass sends a direct signal into the tuner and your tuner doesn't feed your amp.

[quote name='BOD2' post='10508' date='Jun 1 2007, 01:24 PM']IMPORTANT ! If the US amp has a "hum cancelling switch" on it then this MUST be disconnected from the circuit, as using this switch while connected to a UK or European mains supply (even through a step-down transformer) can make the amp dangerous.[/quote] Is this true of all hum cancelling switches on US amps? Do they just cut the earth thingy?

[quote name='alexclaber' post='11923' date='Jun 4 2007, 04:48 PM']Having tried both extensively, I'd recommend avoiding compression live except as a specific effect. It's all too easy to end up beating your bass to death because it isn't getting louder like it ought to.[/quote] That's where the 'Bypass' button comes in handy. It [i]can[/i] eliminate all the hard work you've done over the years to get your phrasing right but I still think they have their uses, especially the Limiter function.

[quote name='alexclaber' post='11720' date='Jun 4 2007, 10:45 AM']4/4 with kick on 3 and skank on 2 and 4. Counting it in half time with kick on 2 and 4 makes it much harder to feel the bubbling forward motion. It sounds like your musical director is treating it too much like a polka! Alex[/quote] Agree 100% with OG & Alex. Reggae always has the accent on the 3. That's how Stewart Copeland explains it anyway.

I have a 1977/8 Fender Jazz Bass. I picked it up on ebay for around £650. At the same time as this one was on ebay, there was one on US ebay going for $3000. I love it and would not trade it for anything. My one had some pros and cons. Pros: - best neck I have ever played, destroys everything else - cool looking white block inlays and binding on a maple neck - great custom refinish that someone had done earlier - price - much cheaper than your average 1977/78 Jazz Cons: - the pick-ups were rubbish! will have to be replaced asap with some 60s Jazz clones. have not checked if they were the originals - BadAss bridge - cool, but not filed correctly Pro/Con depending on perspective: - heavy body

[quote name='King of Loss' post='9139' date='May 30 2007, 01:04 PM']Why do people use compression? Is it really necessary? I would look into buying one if I could see the point in getting it for live use.....I can see why studios use them, obviously, but live?[/quote] I've recently started using a compressor in my gig rig. With different settings, it's good for different things. - I use the limiter on my DI out to help the engineer get a good signal at the desk. - I use the compressor for my 2 x 10 cab to get some extra punch. - On different settings, I use the compressor for my 2 x 10 cab to get a more even sound (for ballads and the like). Here your bass can sound as smooth as on a studio recording. - I use the compressor in general to make sure that there isn't a big leap in volume when I switch from fingerstyle to slap. So different people will use compressors for different things in different situations. You should definitely try a decent one out to see what they could do for your sound. I use a Drawmer DL241 btw. Lovely piece of kit. Would have loved a valve compressor but this one works great. Drawmer also do a valve model which I haven't been lucky enough to try out (Tubestation).

Just checking. When I've got a techincal problem, it's almost always something basic that I've overlooked.

Duff is good. Nice lines.

The Avalon and Countryman are highly respected and not a ridiculous amount of money. I have my EBS MicroBass II for a bunch of reasons but it's a fair DI. I also have an Ampeg SVT-DI - it's a fair valve DI. It sounds lovely for some bass guitars but maybe not all. I use the DI out of my Aguilar DB680 live and in the studio. The others are there live in case something goes wrong.

Hehe, that's funny. Q: Why do you think that? A: 'Cos Muse told me personally R: Yeah, well, me and some friends think something else. This might be a basic thing to check, if you haven't already: the Mix/Blend function on the Deep Impact. I have mine set all the way so that there's no original bass sound and only generated synth sound. The more you've got the mix/blend going the other way, the more subtle the effect will be.

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I think you'd have a good claim for compensation up to the full value for a bunch of reasons. Without any of the documents, I can't help out though. If you could scan them and post them up here, I could have a look through them for you.

Warmoth do replacement bodies in Walnut. I've had my eye on a Walnut Jazz body from them for over a year now. Just need some money!

Cocobolo and Zebrano look nice. That's basically why people love them. They sound good too but people pay a premium for them because of how they look. I don't understand why people don't use Walnut more. I want to get a custom Jazz with a Walnut body. Mmm... Walnut...

One problem with a lot of the presets on the guitar ones is that they're normally the modelled amp + several modelled effects tacked on. If you take all the effects off, the actual amp models aren't that bad - maybe about 70% accurate. I'd never use one live or in the studio though. I just prefer the sound of my bass preamp going direct or the sound of a good guitar combo with an SM57 in front.

We're from London and play on London's toilet circuit. You get some nice promoters/bookers, who are professional, hard-working and friendly - if you find them, keep them onside. You get some people who think their venue's more culturally significant than it really is - if you really want to play there, put up with a small amount of talk along the lines of "we're a prestigious venue with lots of international touring bands booked". If it makes them feel good about themselves being able to spout sh!t like that, let them. So long as you get the gig, right? Generally, we haven't dealt with anyone who's a complete c**t or criminal yet. All any promoter or booker cares about is whether you can draw a crowd, even if they like your music and won't rip you off. And on London's toilet circuit, if you're one of 4 bands on a bill, a crowd is 35-50 people, even in the Time Out-listed venues. So I can see why venues would be reluctant to book bands that have no fans in the area. You're not going to get many travelling fans. The only way around that is reciprocal gig-sharing ("come play support for us - we'll bring 100 people so you don't have to bring any - next month we'll play support for you and you bring the crowd").

[quote name='bassjamm' post='5092' date='May 23 2007, 12:32 PM']Thanks for that guys!! The Funk - I'll not be down there on the 31st mate, thanks for the invite though. As for the gigs in Time Out...i spotted the 606 and Pizza express gigs, don't think either particularly appeal though, although the 606 is a wicked venue, saw Janek Gwizdala there last month...amazing! The night at the Notting Hill Arts club sounds quite cool though, has any heard any of the bands play, or been to the venue, if so, what are your thoughts? Jamie[/quote] Notting Hill Arts Club is wicked. Get down early and blag one of the only two tables there. Free entry before 8, and if you manage to get one of the two tables there, there's a hot blonde waitress who offers table service throughout the evening... that's table service, not dancing. I think my guitarist's friend is in the Soulquarians. Should be high quality stuff. And £0.00 is my kind of price tag.

[quote name='Bassmonster' post='5433' date='May 23 2007, 10:46 PM']6000 grand for inlays!!, oooffftt[/quote] 6000 grand? As in $6,000,000 - that's a lot of 0s!!!

[quote name='john_the_bass' post='4877' date='May 23 2007, 01:51 AM']a hat and a t shirt? I might as well hang a sign around my neck that says, "i am a complete bass geek". that's what my mrs thinks anyway!!!![/quote] Man, where do I get one of those signs? EDIT: Donations please. The only internet subscriptions I want are for porn.

If there's an input gain control, turn it down. If there isn't one, turn down the volume on your bass. See if you can get a good sound with that. If that doesn't work, it could be anything.