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What an evening. I'd forgotten how powerful Bowie's presence was back then. His songwriting was inspirational, so not the run of the mill of the time. Brilliantly different. To write Alladin Sane while on a really hectic tour was just incredible. One thing that came home to me last night was the influence of Mick Ronson on Bowie's songwriting and performance. I've always wondered why Bowie's songwriting took such a dramatic change after the Ziggy era. Maybe it has more to do with Mick Ronson than I first realised. The programme presents his stage show as one of the first of it's kind, blending ideas from the world of art and mime, going through different costumes and makeup in one show. I'm not aware of anyone doing anything like that beforehand - anyone here know any different ? I wouldn't be at all surprised to find myself in a Ziiggy / early Bowie tribute band at some time in the near future

Phone off the hook, front door bolted. This was Bowie at his best IMO

Just looking at the opening statement "General ignorance of what musicians do". Q. Is it realistic to expect that the general public will understand in depth and detail a wide range of jobs or hobbies out there ? including musician ? Substitute job/hobby title to taste...

I've spoken with one or two recommended amp repair specialists local to London (Surrey and NE London). Around £50.00 seems to be the going rate for assessment. If they repair the amp, the £50 assessment free is taken off the total cost. Good luck whatever you do

That really is a superb looking instrument Barrie. You have one of the most desirable collections around here IMO

Cheers Alan, thanks for the light cab, my back and shoulders will be eternally grateful. Drop in for a cuppa if you're over this way, you're always welcome Thanks again Alan Tom

Picked up a Berg AE112 from Alan. He was kind enough to let me play some of his bass collection to help me test the cab - some damn fine basses you have there sir Great to have a chat as well Alan, hope the day went well. As others have said here, i'd have no hesitation recommending Alan - good communications and easy to deal with Cheers Tom

[quote name='urb' timestamp='1339767742' post='1694031'] OK here's the thing - the best way to build stamina is actually to play some long sustained notes on the bass - and rather than just banging away through fast, relentless songs, why not just play some simple scales or melodic patterns, slowly, in time and a few minutes at a time? This way you'll be not only building the muscles in your hands/arms you'll also be improving your coordination, timing and by holding the notes longer your tone as well. It's also worth looking at your bass's set up and making sure you're not fighting the instrument - if the action is too high, strings too heavy etc - you could be wearing yourself out just be fighting the physicality of the bass - get some medium weight strings and your bass set up properly - by a pro if possible - and playing should be a lot easier. Stamina/endurance also comes from playing a lot but can be helped hugely by working on your basic technique - it'll also help avoid any serious injuries bad posture and or hand position may inflict over time. Hope that helps M [/quote] Good post

Tape some dynamite underneath the drummer's stool and connect it in circuit to a decibel meter with a set limit to make contact. Stand well back !

BTW - if you're stepping up the amp power, it may be a good idea to invest in some ear protection ASAP ! There's a good thread about ear plugs /defenders pinned on BC

In a previous band - Ballroom Blitz My preferance of the moment - Can't Explain, the Who

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1338536227' post='1675863'] For a backup, get a power amp and a pre amp like a THammer. That way, you have to power amp to serve a P.A failure as well, unless you run actives. and a DI for the bass ... [/quote] That is a really good idea

If you love it, why not get a jazz and have two basses ?

I don't know the answer to your question Paul, but I'd really like to hear some feedback about the sound if the plan comes together Hope the gig goes well

[quote name='DirkThrust' timestamp='1338402731' post='1674090'] I was going say they were made in Italy, but I expect you've figured that out already. I saw a review of one in Bassist Magazine which IIRC would've been the late 1990s but it's too long ago to remember any details. Not much help then [/quote] Even that's more than I knew, thank you. It's a place to start ! Cheers DT There's a wee issue with doing piccys at the moment. Hopefully, it'll get solved sooner rather than later.

Hi all Anyone heard of Kempton bass amps ? I have a Kempton Bassbooster BB200 and would like to find out more about them. Google searches just bring back very few results, all in Italian. Anyone know anything about them ? Thanks in advance all

Apologies for the slight comedy moment OP, not intended to be unhelpful there. The clip posted by stingrayPete1977 did appear to give some useful info about the input stages. The presenter seems indicate that a clean sound can be obtained by keeping the control on the far left at low levels, while turning up the other volume controls. If you don't find this with your amp, it may need inspection ? I havn't used a shuttle myself, but the clip does seem to be clear on that info. BC is usually a helpful friendly place. Perhaps other Shuttle owners will be along soon. All the best in solving this one

He's the one that's still in the matrix (oops - derail)

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1338109308' post='1669589'] Yep been using one for a few years now and thats where I am with various basses from Jazz, P and Musicman. Start with everything pointing up and maybe back off the input gain and boost the input volume (the preamp pair on the left) if its not as smooth as your after, it should sweep from smooth to pretty filthy just using those two knobs. Also should be fine keeping up with that LH500 Ed's clips are always worth a watch in this respect too [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJYX2Fkpuzg[/media] [/quote] The name is NEO !!!! (so who's Mr Anderson ?)

Rikki don't lose that number Dreamer Rosanna Sylvia Moonage Daydream Drive in Saturday

Spare leads and a DI box, plus other bits n' bobs as mentioned above. Always carry painkillers as well (loud guitars !)

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