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  1. Conan
    Catchy name! Gorgeous - have a bump
  2. Conan
    I'm just wondering what this would look and sound like on top of my Barefaced Big One... Now [b][i]that[/i][/b] would be a stack!
  3. Conan
    [quote name='Rik (ESA)' timestamp='1435930480' post='2813742'] Bump! £182! [/quote] I think you'll find that it's "Blink 182"
  4. Conan
    Most of my basses and amplification came from here! And several predecessors too... I've done quite a few trades on here as well as sales and purchases, but interestingly all my leads and pedals were bought new. So far, almost 100% of my experiences in the BC Marketplace have been positive, and even the negative ones weren't that bad!
  5. Conan
    General opinion seems to be that you can't go far wrong with Peavey gear (as long as you can lift it!). Maybe not what many would regard as a "hi-fi" sound, but not everyone wants that. Good, reliable, bomb-proof equipment that lasts for ever and sounds pretty good too. What's not to like? Oh yeah, the weight!
  6. Conan
    I took some photos last night (and even some video!) but I'm having problems uploading them If anyone wants to see them, drop me a PM and I will try to e-mail them to you. I am happy to package the cab up for shipping, as despite their lightness, BF cabs are remarkably strong and resilient! In the meantime, here is a photo taken by the cab's previous owner (Big John on here). Top handle still in place...
  7. Conan
    Just bought Nick's (well mine now actually!) Mayones Jabba bass. Excellent deal throughout with clear communications. Bass arrived quickly, exactly as described and [i][b]very[/b][/i] solidly packed! Thoroughly recommended!
  8. Conan
    [quote name='Low End Bee' timestamp='1436179555' post='2815564'] No shorts. Unnaceptable stage wear. Band t shirts too. [/quote] Oh well... sometimes I'm happy to be "unacceptable" - especially if the gig is right next to the beach... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dyk_TmmOyek Apologies for the dodgy backing vocals (not mine I hasten to add!)
  9. Conan
    [quote name='Jus Lukin' timestamp='1436192924' post='2815789'] There has been a big swing back towards Fender basses- in the 80's they were going cheap cause they were old junkers. The cool kids had something headless with batteries and lots of straight lines! But then, the same was true of guitars for a while. [/quote]Guilty - having just sold my Status and now owning five Fender (or derivatives) Jazz basses!!
  10. Conan
    Always check feedback! Still, you can get the odd let-down. Maybe the seller changed his mind? After all, placing an advert does not place you under some sort of contract to sell... but if that is the case then the comms need to be very transparent, and it seems that yours weren't in this case Well, not [b][i]yours[/i][/b], but the ones made with you!). It's disappointing, but it's life unfortunately. I still find BC to be the best place to buy, sell and trade gear
  11. Conan
    Always check feedback! Did the seller have any? If so (or even if not!) make sure you leave some so that future buyers can be aware. Still, you can get the odd let-down. Maybe the seller changed his mind? After all, placing an advert does not place you under some sort of contract to sell... but if that is the case then the comms need to be very transparent, and it seems that yours weren't in this case Well, not [b][i]yours[/i][/b], but the ones made with you!). It's disappointing, but it's life unfortunately. I still find BC to be the best place to buy, sell and trade gear
  12. Conan
    Having just sold my Status bass, I find myself in the unusual position of having some cash to spend on gear! I don't need any more basses, so it's my backline that I am considering... First of all let me say that I love this cab. It is (for me) the perfect combination of lightness, portability, size and tone. The best thing about it (IMO) is the dispersion. You really can move around the room and hear the same bass sound wherever you go! Compare that to "normal" cabs, where you have to stand right next to your cab to hear the full range sound. This cab is amazing in that respect - a real game-changer! I would be very happy to keep it, but I have some money burning a hole in my pocket and have my next purchase in mind (TKS 2126), and that requires a bit more cash... These cabs were never particularly common, and now are pretty rare. They were the flagship of the Barefaced Generation 1 range, and for good reason. If you like it loud and clear - these cabs are just what you need (especially if weight is a consideration - but even if it isn't!). From the Barefaced website -[size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] [i]"[color=#333333]In January 2011 we sold the last example of the cab that started it all - the Big One. It remains an awesome piece of work, a tour-de-force that flattens most competitor's products if big clean sound is your goal... Thank you Big One, you did well, and may all those who gig with you enjoy your fatness, loudness and lightness for many years to come!"[/color][/i][/font][/size] I hope Mr Discreet doesn't mind, but here is a link to his rather excellent for sale thread from a little while back. I can't match his incredible price, but, in my defence, my cab is newer than the one he was selling and doesn't have the issues that his did (i.e. the crack in the bottom and the relocated foot). Mine also has the metal corner protectors rather than the earlier plastic ones: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/244311-sold-barefaced-big-one/page__hl__bigone__fromsearch__1"]http://basschat.co.u...__fromsearch__1[/url] I removed the top handle as the screws had become loose. I never used it anyway, but I still have it and can refit it on request (or supply it separately). It is a bugger to refit as it involves removing the drivers, which I am loath to do. It doesn't affect the operation or portability of the cab. Condition is good for it's age, but this cab has been well-gigged by me and it's previous owner(s) and it shows some signs of wear. I got it from this very forum in trade for my Gen 2 Compact early last year. It also has a (slightly tatty now) Roqsolid cover. Trade-wise, I might be interested in other large (ish) but lightweight (ish) cabs (a limited field, I know!) - particularly Barefaced Big Twin, Vintage, Super 15, Super Twin; TKS, TecAmp and the like. Cash adjustments to be negotiated. The cab is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, but I am happy to drive around 60 miles in any direction (except East, or course!) to deliver or meet. That would be kind of be Berwick in the North, Carlisle to the West or North Yorkshire to the South. I also regularly stay in Dumfries and Galloway (Stranraer area), which makes a lot of the Borders and Western Scotland accessible. I have family in Edinburgh, so that is also a possibilty... You can't say I'm not accommodating! Any questions, drop me a PM!
  13. Conan
    Pierre just bought my lovely old Status! Despite the best efforts of banks and shipping companies to make the deal difficult, it all actually went very smoothly in the end! Thanks Pierre - enjoy the bass mate! Highly recommended for a bullshit-free deal!
  14. Conan
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ustlFmk_JA
  15. Conan
    Come to daddy...
  16. Conan
    [quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1435786389' post='2812534'] "Fish" was the only thing that Marillion stole that didn't come from Genesis.... [/quote] Total bollocks, IMHO
  17. Conan
    [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1435828015' post='2812717'] I'm half French and therefore entitled to be an arse, too. [/quote] Half an arse surely? A buttock perhaps? I stooped to pick one up the other day... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgb7G9MPm-g
  18. Conan
    Good price!
  19. Conan
    If Thin Lizzy can continue (after a fashion) without Phil Lynott, then I think Yes should at least be allowed the option of going on without CS. I personally would find them a far less interesting band, but that's [i][b]my[/b][/i] problem - not theirs.
  20. Conan
    [quote name='landwomble' timestamp='1435674945' post='2811292'] Nerves are natural, everyone gets them to a degree. Trick is getting to the point where they keep you sharp, rather than negatively affecting you. Gigging is like anything - the more you do it, the easier it gets... [/quote] Getting nervous shows that you give a damn and it matters to you. Everyone should get nervous - but for some people it can be horrific! Try to keep some sense of perspective - it may be your first gig, but most of the punters will have been to hundreds and understand what it is like when bands are starting off. Most punters will cut you some slack as long as you treat them with respect. Most important of all - try to [b][i]look[/i][/b] like you are enjoying yourselves - it's infectious! IME, audiences enjoy themselves far more when watching a lively band that make mistakes than a perfect band that look bored.
  21. Conan
    PM incoming!
  22. Conan
    Crikey - that's a good price!
  23. Conan
    Bass now sold and on its way to Belgium. Thanks for all the interest
  24. Conan
    Listening to Fragile now as a tribute to one of my favourite bass players. RIP Fish
  25. Conan
    But if you sell this, you'll be Gormless!!
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