Conan

Having just recently formed a covers band, I would say that there is some excellent advice in this thread - but at the end of the day every band is different because it is made up of individuals, and individuals are different. Everyone has different skills, experiences, desires, expectations... You'd think it would be simple, but no

[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1489611370' post='3258416']....ram-a-llama ding dong? [/quote] Alpacas are quivering with fear just reading that!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSbBvKaM6sk

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[quote name='Osiris' timestamp='1489578635' post='3258053'] I think I've just answered my own question! [/quote] I agree!

[quote name='fleabag' timestamp='1489575772' post='3258017']Gen 2 compact was it seems, the super fifteen, conan [/quote] No, the Super fifteen was a 2x15! More like an updated version of the Vintage, which was designed and voiced to be used with full-width valve amps. I used to have one (a Vintage that is) - outstanding cab!

[quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1489574775' post='3258005'] I think Aldi batterys are called Activ power [/quote] Perfect in an activ bass then!

I'm just struggling to be an upright bass player...

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1489572281' post='3257965'] One that requires the features and spec of the TH500. [/quote] Sorry, but I must play a low level of gigs. I have never had any use for any of the features you list. Most cabs have two speakon connectors, so it matters not that the amp only has one output as cabs can be linked if required. I have never used an effects loop or send/return facility, and have never needed to switch voltage. 350W would be enough output with sensible EQ settings and a cab with decent sensitivity. Like the OP, I am struggling to see where the extra money is being spent! So is the TH350 a massive bargain or is the TH500 a huge rip-off?

You might get more interest if you post your requirements in this section... http://basschat.co.uk/forum/83-bassists-wanted/

Oh right! So there is no such thing as a "Gen 2 Compact" then?

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1489570733' post='3257942'] The TH500 is aimed at a higher level of gigging than the TH350 . [/quote] What exactly is a "higher level of gigging"?

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1489569057' post='3257929'] But surely you need 15s to get the really low bass notes? [/quote] Yeah, but tens and twelves have a faster response and are better for slap...

Having a second speakon socket was an option in gen 2. I don't think it was on gen 1. I've used and owned both and the differences seem largely cosmetic. If there are differences internally then they are not hugely apparent.. Both are great cabs and can be picked up now for around the £300 mark, which makes them phenomenal value

Have a look at some of the [url="http://www.bassgear.co.uk/product/tks-engineering-bespoke-speaker-cab-orders/"]TKS[/url] range. I just thought I'd mention them before Wateroftyne did...

[quote name='Thunderpaws' timestamp='1489253918' post='3255541'] If you could invite your dream band or super group of your making to dinner who would you invite and why? Invite for the quality of chat, stories and maybe an after dinner jam session! Mine would be: Singer - Eddie Vedder Bass - Geddy Lee Drums - Dave Grohl Guitar 1: Paul Gilbert Guitar 2: Jack White [/quote] Geddy Lee would also be appointed head wine waiter

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1489500663' post='3257446'] Geddy's Wal tone is one of the worst bass sounds I'ver ever heard. Bloody awful, sounds like rubber bands stretched over a shoe box. [/quote] From Rush.com's "rig rundown" section, 1989: The colour-coding apparently helped him when he was breaking in a new ARP synthesiser and bass pedal arrangement.

For what you say you want, I would say that a used barefaced Compact (generation 2 with the 15" speaker) would suit you well. Around £300, and massive bang-for-buck Or Chris_b's suggestion

Cheap also tends to be heavy. You need to decide which part of the equation is most important to you. Do you always rehearse in the same place? If so, and it is secure, you could consider buying a heavier (and therefore cheaper) setup and simply leaving it at the rehearsal venue.

Only one amp head - a Markbass LM2. Looking at how many others have, and some of the reasons, I'm starting to think that a spare amp in case of problems might be wise! In which case I would get another LM2 as I like it and having a spare that I know how to use would be sensible! Cabs - one Barefaced Compact (gen 2) and one TKS H115. For most gigs and rehearsals the Compact is more than loud enough and an easy one-handed carry. But sometimes it is fun to use both...

[quote name='Marc S' timestamp='1489495362' post='3257375']Also, this year might be a good time to sell, as it's someone's Y.O.B. 40th birthday bass Obviously, in 2027, it should be worth more - as that's a 50th birthday YOB for someone [/quote] Very good points! The vintage market is strange, and is massively influenced by demand. Some seemingly ordinary instruments command incredible prices, while some beauties struggle to sell. It can be hard to predict. Significant birthdays make people do silly things (or at least impulsive things that seem silly to others!).

Not really. I've never found a bass where [b][i]everything[/i][/b] was perfect. Plenty with [b][i]some[/i][/b] outstanding features, but then always something else that made me move on... The quest continues!

Not 'arf, pop pickers!