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  1. Sparky Mark
    I agree that an AH500 is a lump but the AH200 as used in this combo isn't very heavy at all. Based on the occasion I'll use either a Markbass or AH200 head; whether an amp weighs 8 or 18 pounds is certainly not the deciding factor and never will be for me.
  2. Sparky Mark
    Agreed. If this combo could be converted into a seperate head and two 210 cabs that would be an extremely flexible and easy to load in/out rig. The carpentry appears straightforward but the tolex refinishing and corners would need to be done to a professional standard to do it justice.
  3. Sparky Mark
    Another option is a 1215 combo which is much smaller and 32 lbs lighter than the 410 combo but still delivers that lovely Trace Elliot sound.
  4. Sparky Mark
    This was my solution to being able to keep Trace Elliot tone in a compact package. I think the AH200 is very conservatively rated. It was using the same 410 TE combo in a rehearsal room that convinced me I needed TE in my life again after 30 years apart.
  5. Sparky Mark
    Of all my basses this is the one that used to get used on the majority of gigs. These are extremely flexible soundwise and ergonomically perfect for me.
  6. Sparky Mark
    Me too; it's a fantastic resource and I'm missing it.
  7. Sparky Mark
    I'm good thanks Pete. Another thing that could be significant to buyers is whether you are including the original machine head that you've swapped out for the D-tuner? I'd edit the pickguard comment sooner than later too if I were you. GLWYS.
  8. Sparky Mark
    Hey there Pete, good luck with your sale but that is indeed the original black pearloid scratchplate.
  9. Sparky Mark
    Standard DAVA on top of heavy duty DAVA pick for comparison.
  10. Sparky Mark
    The first pick I had was thrown by Jimmy Bane at the end of a Wild Horses gig at Brunel University sometime in the late 70's early 80's. It was a 0.88mm Jim Dunlop; it kinda skewed my preference, he was a great pick player.
  11. Sparky Mark
    I'll take this please. PM sent.
  12. Sparky Mark
    My heavy duty DAVA control power grips arrived today and they're very different to Jim Dunlops. Just look at how much thicker they are compared to a JD 0.88mm. They feel really secure in use and unsurprisingly give a slightly meatier less toppy tone than the JD. I might order some of the standard versions to compare.
  13. Sparky Mark
    I've just ordered some of the heavy duty ones to see how they compare with the Jim Dunlops.
  14. Sparky Mark
    When I switch to pick playing I have to reduce the amp volume. Is that my inconsistent technique or do other players have to do the same? I favour Dunlop 0.88mm nylon picks as thinner ones sound too "clicky" for me. My two main bass playing regrets are that I didn't learn to sing whilst playing or practice enough with a pick.
  15. Sparky Mark
    1979 - Gillan at The Kingdom Hall, Brunel University. John McCoy convinced me (and my internal organs) there and then bass was the way to go and he never seems to age! A wall of Marshall cabs crazy loud! (Some even had speakers in them I reckon). 2013 - The Subways at The Square, Harlow. Small venue at ear splitting volume. Rock & Roll Queen is brill.
  16. Sparky Mark
    Fascinating, but what is it?
  17. Sparky Mark
    The only problem I had when I ordered a EHX Mono Synth pedal from DV247 was that it arrived with a euro socket mains adaptor. Took several calls to receive a UK version and there was no indication that the pedal was coming from the continent when I placed the order.
  18. Sparky Mark
    You can still edit it into your original post.
  19. Sparky Mark
    Only an unresearched thought but rather than just pure labour costs, one reason may be China's decades long experience of orchestral instrument production; violins, double basses etc. resulting in a greater number of appropriately skilled facilities and employees.
  20. Sparky Mark
    Yoiks!! I thought this was a possibility but haven't seen any proven instances until your account.
  21. Sparky Mark
    Exactly; who bothers with underpants during lockdown?
  22. Sparky Mark
    It's genuinely nice to know it's gone to a good home and being fully appreciated. 👍
  23. Sparky Mark
    I should hope so too! The single H is a rarish bird with the pup in the MM sweet spot.
  24. Sparky Mark
    I think the Bongo could well attain iconic status (if it hasn't already) behind the Stingray as Musicman's second most important bass design. Almost all other Musicman basses are closely based on the Stingray and those that aren't don't seem to be particularly successful in the marketplace.
  25. Sparky Mark
    This is a good observation and one that I never noticed myself for some reason? Perhaps because I never sit down at a gig but this photo does clearly show the point on the Bongo's lower profile compared to soft curves of the Ray and Sterling.
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