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[quote name='DorsetBlue' timestamp='1365695930' post='2043125'] Okay, I feel it is time to move on to my next Amplifier setup. The CR25 and/or B3 has been fine for the beginners stage but now I am getting a little more confident, I want a new setup that will have the potential to manage small gigs (my next target milestone), with maybe some additional 'future proofing'. The main requirements I have identified are:[list] [*]Ideally has an effects loop (B3 for the rare occasions I need some effects) [*]Ideally has XLR output (could use B3 I guess) [*]At least 200W [*]Lightweight and reasonably compact (the plan is for it to be out in my front room most of the time) [*]Seperate head and cabinet (I did really umm and ahh about this one I must admit). [*]Budget max £750 (ideally less) [/list] I play mainly Rock and Blues. The ones I have identified (admittedly based on the stock in a local shop) as potentials are as follows: [u]Head[/u][list] [*]Ampeg PF-350 [*]Ampeg PF-500 [*]Ampeg Micro VR [*]Orange TB 500 [*]TC BH250 (no loop noted) [*]TC BH500 (a bit on the large side) [/list] [u]Cab[/u][list] [*]Ampeg PF-115LF [*]Ampeg SVT210AV [*]Ashdown MAG115 [*]Ashdown VS-212-200 [*]TC BC210 [*]TC BC212 [*]Roadkill 2x10 (local cab manufacturer, their guitar cabs are well respected and they are making a 2x10 and 4x10 prototypes right now) [/list] Opinions, alternatives, recommendations all gratefully received? [/quote] From experience I have found that a good, loud, light cab is a priority (I've learned from my mistakes). You can cut corners on a head but you have to have a good cab or you won't get a good sound at volume. The used barefaced cab mentioned before is a good option. Or go for the premium models by Genz Benz, Hartke, Gallien Kruger, Mark Bass etc. Oh and buy secondhand if you can. You can save a lot of money that way.

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[quote name='Jimryan' timestamp='1365764707' post='2044070'] Morning all, sorry it's been a while, As some are aware, I'm currently using a TC BH250 and running through a ghetto home-made cab. A cab which I've had a few problems with recently. Now that it's rebate time, I thought its a good idea to invest in a decent cab/s. I'm eyeing up the TC BC212, just tried it in the shop and love it. My question is, on it's own, are they loud enough? Or do they really need the additional cab (which I'd opt for the 210). In the shop it sounds loud enough, but I'm putting that purely on it was at head height and the mids are much clearer. Whilst playing I put it up to half volume and walked away and it was loud, but it was stacked in the shop. I'm thinking it might be quieter at floor level. It might help to mention that I'm playing in a bass led funk/soul band, heavy drummer, loud keyboard, even louder guitarist and with two saxophones. I really want the TC cabs to match the head, but is one enough? Cheers James [/quote] I used to own a BC212 which I used with a TC 450 Classic. When I swapped the TC amp for a Ashdown ABM 500 the BC212 just couldn't keep up and resulted in distortion (I was playing with a loud rock drummer and a louder guitarist). The BC212 is only a 250 watt cab and is not really capable of huge amounts of volume unless you use it paired with another cab. For the price of two BC cabs you could buy a RS410 which is much more capable.

On the other had the xylophone player is fantastic (check out the solo).

Not worth a grand that's for sure.

[quote name='itsmedunc' timestamp='1365687069' post='2042908'] Hi, what does it sound and play like? [/quote] This is it. Forgive the playing. The neck is a slim precision shape. Quite nice. Pickups are great. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjXErDb7CDw[/media]

It's a ringer for my bass which I bought back in the early eighties secondhand. Except mine is prettier. I scraped off the Mighty Mite logo in 1984. [attachment=132238:DSC00439.JPG] It sounds great. Mainly, I think, because the jazz pickup is so near the bridge. It has a real retro tone.

The Nigel Ramsbottom Quartet

If you listen to Paul McCartney's sound in Let It Be, when he's just noodling on his own, it's revolting. Just a big wet farting noise from that horrible little Hofner. But when it's integrated within the tracks somehow it sounds great.

Great price on a pair of roadworn Jazz pickups. Delivered very speedily. They sound great! Thanks John.

Here's the link. 55 comments so should give you an idea. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/168110-mexican-fenders/page__hl__mexican%20fenders"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/168110-mexican-fenders/page__hl__mexican%20fenders[/url]

Oh and I used a little giant 1000 last night. Which is Ashdowns previous digital amp that has now been discontinued. It sounded great. You can get them new at Thomanns the german online shop for about £200.

Can they play? If they turn up for a gig will the venue be horribly disappointed? I know a few corporate bands, up here in Edinburgh, which have a rotating roster of members. They have A, B, and C bands. Any demos or videos of the band on the website will probably not have the musicians turning up to venue playing on them. Which isn't a problem because all of the musicians are of decent standard and customers won't be let down when the band start playing. It's only a problem if your friends can't play for toffee and they're trying to con people who are booking them. But even then there's not much you can do about it, especially if you want to remain friends with them. This isn't them is it? [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjeMDvCdrtc"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjeMDvCdrtc[/url]

[quote name='spongebob' timestamp='1365092849' post='2035265'] Quite an odd one this. I own two bass - both quality pieces of kit - both I love and play wonderfully. However, as of recent times, I now only play in one band, just covers 'round the pubs and odd function since the originals band fragmented. I keep pondering if I should sell one of the basses - I just feel a bit guilty having two, when it's not like we're gigging every night or even every week! The cash would come in handy elsewhere, but it's not a desperate situation or anything. Maybe it's just a funny time, but if this band split right now, I think I'd have a gap anyway, as I'm a little jaded with the whole thing anyway as we all get from time to time, especially with the disintegration of the originals project. Don't get me wrong, I'd never stop playing, but it's just a thought to play one bass to bits. Could be an age thing - I was 39 this month, and years and years more of dragging around the pubs is kind of losing it's appeal - especially after a couple of recent, 'through the motions' gigs is dives..... Please tell me we've all be through this temptation to start flogging, and just own TBH, what I need? [/quote] If you sell one bass buy a double bass with the money. Lots of original bands looking for DB players and it will give you a new lease of life because you'll be starting almost from scratch.

[quote name='blinddrew' timestamp='1365194656' post='2036727'] Serious question, has anyone tried this? I play in a pub on monday nights and that's an easy 15 minute walk but I also play in another pub that's a couple of miles away (and finishes later) so I was wondering about cycling down and thus being able to have a couple of cheeky shandies. Anyone been as foolish as I'm thinking of trying to be? ;¬) [/quote] Check out the first video on the whisky riverboat bands facebook page. Hope this answers your question. [url="https://www.facebook.com/whiskyriverboatband?ref=ts&fref=ts"]https://www.facebook.com/whiskyriverboatband?ref=ts&fref=ts[/url]

The Highway ones are nitro. You can usually pick one up for about £450 secondhand. Made in USA (supposedly). Link to specs [url="http://www.proaudioland.com/fender-highway-one-precision-bass-5302.html"]http://www.proaudiol...-bass-5302.html[/url]

The Mag is the standard range and is all solid state. The ABM range has a valve pre amp which can dirty things up a bit if you like that sort of thing. The MiBass range are their lightweight digital amps. All of the amps come as combos (amp and speakers contained in one cabinet) or separate amp heads and cabs. They are all good in their own way. Having owned an ABM head and now a MiBass head I can recommend them both. The MiBass is a lot lighter of course. Best buy used as you get more for your money. I'm not a big fan of Ashdown cabs though as they can be a bit muffled.

Check out Ed Freidlands (The Bass Whisperer) videos on youtube to find out how to do a really good video review.

Ever thought of visiting China? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/203815-bassist-with-good-vocals-needed-for-china-contract-changed-dates/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/203815-bassist-with-good-vocals-needed-for-china-contract-changed-dates/[/url]

I found my old Geddy Lee neck (which are the slimmest Jazz necks Fender make) very easy to get around on. It also was very easy to get a low action on as well. In fact, weirdly, I almost felt it was a bit too easy to play and tempted me to be a bit too busy on it.

Badass bridges are a direct replacement for Stock (bits of tin) Fender ones that have 5 screws. I think the newer USA ones have 3 screws. So you can get a stock 5 screw bridge and it will fit exactly where the badass used to be.

One of the bands I play in just forked out for leopard skin bowling shirts (shudder). It's all showbiz and people have paid for a bit of a show. If you're playing to a paying audience you need to make a bit of an effort.

[quote name='steve-soar' timestamp='1364901275' post='2032294'] What's going on here? [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VINTAGE-1966-FENDER-JAZZ-BASS-J-BASS-ELECTRIC-GUITAR-/200911935973?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item2ec748d9e5#ht_409wt_1399"]http://www.ebay.co.u...5#ht_409wt_1399[/url] [/quote] Keeps on being posted. Ebay keep on taking it down. Eventually some idiot will be taken in by it. At least that's what the fraudsters are hoping.

Morning numbness can be a sign of carpal tunnel. I had carpal tunnel and had to have an operation. You don't want that. So first thing to do make sure your wrists are as straight as possible when you play. Make sure you strap is not too high. Good posture prevents possible future wrist problems. Below is link to carpal tunnel symptoms. You can wear wrist splints at night which will help keep your wrists straight when you sleep. [url="http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Carpal-tunnel-syndrome/Pages/Symptoms.aspx"]http://www.nhs.uk/Co...s/Symptoms.aspx[/url]