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KingPrawn

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  1. I think we all pine after the nostaga of our first basses. Along with all the ones that got away.
  2. I need my arms! I think if you dropped one of the Sadowsky preamps with the VTC control into one of these you've got a full-bodied bass for a bargain price.
  3. Hello all. For those of you who are using backing tracks I need some advice. 1. How do you trigger the tracks? Hardware or an App? 2. What’s your signal path to drummer and band? Thank you
  4. It gives you both options. You can plug and play or build your own patches. My ability developed over time. I made a few then started to tweet the dynamics. Really easy to use. After a while I found it easier to use my laptop hooked up to the helix as all the functions were easier to access.
  5. As above. It's difficult to assess through pictures you need to apply some basic kit to find out what's going on. Has anything happened to the bass, that may have caused something? Extremes of temperature, truss rod messed with? it may well be a simple relief issue if it's just in the middle of the neck.
  6. You need to check out some of the youtube stuff. I've used a Stomp for the last 5 years and they are a real game changer. I don't think it will ever replace a really high-quality amp and cab and the feel of a rig but for ease of use and set-up, they are incredible. There are so many options available for sound and processing. It allowed me to develop the various bass sounds I had in my head for different bands and songs. I've had so many players and audience come up and discuss my sound only to realise I have no rig.
  7. Hello 980mm in length 320mm at the widest part. Or in old money 38.5 inches x 12.5.inch
  8. I generally break a song down into its parts. The key signature, intro, chorus, Middle 8, and Any tricky parts. I then look for the repetitive parts and nail them. Every song has a pattern which, I learn and listen out for triggers from vocals or other instruments. So basically I end up with a series of parts. if it's a song that involves speed I use a metronome set a few beats below to learn the song then increase the speed until I hit the correct tempo. googling the lead sheets can be really useful or looking at someone else's attempts on youtube can cut corners. I then go to rehearsal and fook it all up!
  9. Not long heard the news. Its so sad. She was a troubled soul. Beautiful singer and writer
  10. Beautiful looking bass. I was watching that charity thing you did last year. I thought your tips were really useful for new palyers. Have you always been maple neck?
  11. I love your honesty. You may be overthinking this. If you are happy where you are, that's enough. If you're not, then the number of strings won't change your ability to learn. Spend your time learning the songs you like regardless of the timeline. When you've nailed it you've nailed it. When I watch the really accomplished players talking about keeping things simple. I often think it's easy for them to say that as they are so accomplished. They have been there and done it. They have the 10,000 hours under their fingers. Ive always felt like an imposter in every band I've been in. Always felt like the weak link. Its all about confidence
  12. Love the lighting bars. who makes them?
  13. Mistakes happen to the best of us. As Victor Wooten says "You are only one fret away from the right note". I'd say go with the focal point, which is usually the singer. What I really hate is a glare from one Musician to another. Don't give the audience any signal a slip-up has happened. Yes acknowledge it but not negatively. You can sort all that stuff out once the gig is over. I'm a weekend warrior, these days, so I try to give myself a break. I'm not touring or sitting in a pit. I'm not playing the same lines every night for weeks on end. Regardless of your place in the choir. The audience only responds to the song not all the individual parts, unless they are musos. I don't go into any gig wanting to make mistakes. I practise the key signatures and the structure of songs. I know my fretboard and where I need to sit in the mix. I still make mistakes.
  14. This has been my go-to IEM Set up for the last few years. A well above average introductory level system. The sure brand is pure quality. It has been kept in a Gator case form new so has no marks etc. You will see from the pictures it comes with the original headphones, lead and rack ears, which have never been opened. Original packaging. Happy to discuss postage to a UK address or meet up close to Brumland Full Description Robust and Reliable Wireless Monitoring System Built-In Headphone and Audio Limiter Front Mounted Antenna 2 x Mic/Line Input Channels for Mix Control Up to 100m Operating Distance Volume Control on Bodypack Receiver Rack Mountable (1/2 Rack Space) High Performance SE112 In-Ear Headphones Selectable Frequency Bandwidth (600-630 MHz) Specifications General Transmitter Inputs: 2 x XLR / 6.3mm Jack Combo (Mic/Line Level) Transmitter Output: 2 x XLR Split Outputs Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 12 kHz Transmitting Frequency: 600-630 MHz (Selectable) RF Output Power: 10 - 30 mW Operating Distance: Up to 100m Harmonic Distortion: 1.5 S/N Ratio: 80 dB (A) Listening Mode: Mono Compatible Systems (Per Band): 4 Wired Body Pack Option: Yes Personal Mix Control: On Transmitter Remoteable Transmitter: No Battery Life (Wired): 6 Hours Battery Life (Wireless): 4 Hours EP2T TransMixer Modulation Limiter: Internal Peak Limiter (>10:1 Hard Knee Compression) Antenna: 1/4 Wavelength, Semi-Rigid, PCB Mount Connector Type: XLR / 1/4" Jack Combo Nominal Input Level: - 25 dBu (50 Volume) Maximum Input Level: - 5 dBu (50 Volume) Current (Max): 170 mA Height: 8.6" Width: 5.6" Depth: 1.7" Weight: 370g P2R Receiver RF Sensitivity: 109 dBm Squelch Threshold: 102 dBm Antenna: Attached Whip Audio Input Connector: 1/4" Jack (Mono) Impedance: 1 M Ohm Input Level (Max): LO - 0 dBu / HI - 10 dBu Frequency Response: 30 Hz to 20 kHz (Earphone Dependent) Power Requirements: 9 V Battery Audio Output Connector: 1/8" Jack Minimum Load Impedance: 8 Ohms Height: 4.809" Width: 2.875" Depth: 1.251" Weight: 100g SE112 Earphones Earphone Type: In-ear Frequency Response: 25 Hz - 17.5 kHz Sensitivity: 108 dB (1 kHz) Impedance: 16 Ohms Input Connector: 3.5mm Finish: Grey Cable Length: 127 cm
  15. Quality mate. That Cali76 compressor is another level. The best on the market IMO
  16. Why beat yourself up. Life is short and you deserve happiness
  17. I bought this in January this year. It's a wonderful bass. The neck is super smooth and from what I've read this is the upgrade to the original Metro models. Ive never used it live and it's never left its case or the house. You will see the original shrink wrap still on the control plate. This clip gives you all the info you will ever need: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15WCG7cZtV4 Roger Sadowsky's goal was always to improve an already very successful bass design by making several detailed improvements. Along with the electronics, which he developed by himself, he succeeded in raising the well-known J bass sound to a new level, so today you can speak of a typical Sadowsky tone: Never harsh or shrill sounding, with strong, powerful but never muddy bass, with present, but not too aggressive mids, and a sweet and airy treble range. All features of this modern bass sound can also be found in the 21-Fret J basses of the MetroExpress series. •Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-Fret Hybrid P/J Bass • right-hand version •4-string electric bass •34" (864 mm) long scale •bolt-on construction •Okume body •Maple neck •Morado (Pau Ferro) fingerboard •12" fingerboard radius •Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut •1.5" (38.5 mm) nut width •21 nickel silver frets (width: 0.094" (2.4 mm) / height: 0.051" (1.3 mm)) •passive Sadowsky J-Style pickup (neck) •passive Sadowsky J-Style pickup (bridge) •active Sadowsky 2-way electronics •controls for Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass •Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear •string spacing 2.36" (60 mm) •Sadowsky S-style security locks •Sadowsky bridge with quick string release •chrome hardware •stainless steel 045 - 105 strings •Solid Sage Green Metallic High Polish finish •incl. hex key tools •incl. Sadowsky Portabag (SAC BAG BASS PORTA) Gig Bag Comes with an incredible Sadowsky gig bag. Happy to discuss delivery to the UK address and happy to meet up locally to Birmingham
  18. Hohner Professional 'The Jack' 4-String Bass in its much rarer passive guise. One of the most sought-after 1980s basses due to its easy playability and light body weight 'The Jack' has a maple body with a natural/honeyed finish and a maple neck with a rosewood 24-fret fingerboard and truss rod. All of the hardware is black, including two 'EMG Select' humbuckers and the licenced Steinberger bridge/tailpiece, tone control and two volume controls. It's in great condition and has recently had a new set of strings fitted. Well looked after. Happy to discuss postage to a UK address Thanks for looking
  19. Absolute Legend. Incredible voice
  20. The bass is in great condition. Aside from a wonky control knob. I’ve never seen them go for that sort of money. I think given the current market it’s a fair price
  21. Thanks for the comments. They are truly beautiful instruments.
  22. Beautiful example of these iconic basses. The classic colour and scratch plate combination. The neck on these basses is so smooth. In excellent condition for a vintage instrument. All original parts. The tone knob has a very slight bend on it. I’ve never wanted to bend it back as I’m not brave enough. Happy to meet up local to Birmingham or arrange delivery, sharing the cost. serial number : JV11586 Thanks for looking
  23. A true legend and his bass lines have driven some of the most iconic songs of the 80’s. RIP
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