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I've successfully used a PJB Briefcase for semi-acoustic gigs and have also used the same for one small venue we play (all electric regular gig), but DI'd into the PA and fed back through monitors. I think there were a fair few people at last years South West Bass Bash that were suitably impressed by the sheer volume/quality of sound it can deliver. It also makes a perfect home practice amp.

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbSltmTaK6Y[/media] For me, I love this tone

[quote name='Statusman' timestamp='1389992806' post='2340448'] Only 18-30s, guess I'm getting old! [/quote] +1 I thought just the same!

It's an interesting point you raise, I'll sit on the fence and say (in my case) a bit of both! Clearly I can only speak from my experience, I think it useful to have some natural "timing" with regards to listening to the feel/rhythm of music but conversely, with time and effort spent practicing I believe you can definitely develop your skills as a musician. I was quite lucky that my right hand technique was very easy for me to develop/quite natural - the left hand was a tad trickier and indeed I'm still working on! Seriously, I've been playing in bands/gigging for around 24 years or so and still love learning new stuff and challenging myself to work hard at achieving the right result - the only regret I have is not learning how to read music - I play totally by ear and feel - learning to read is on my to do list for 2014, it's good to have objectives and goals. Edited for typo

[quote name='TimR' timestamp='1389820205' post='2338371'] I'm kind of in both camps. ... you can spot a guitar player playing bass, we usually pick lines automatically without thinking. Try coming up with an original line that fits a song without using one of the above. It's hard. Well, it is for me [/quote] +1 I've been depping for a band over Christmas & New Year and both guitarists mentioned the very same about my playing - the previous three "bass players" they used all migrated from guitar and would kinda emulate what the guitarist was doing and that it all sounded a bit disjointed, rather than play what they considered to be a more natural bass line, locking in with the drums as Lozz said.

It really depends on what level of postage/shipping the seller has used, I've had pedals arrive in 4 days before now but conversely I've had some pedals take nigh on 4 full weeks to arrive. Generally speaking, unless the seller has specifically marked the goods as a gift, you will have to pay a proportion of duty/VAT on the goods. Hope this helps!

Pearl Jam - Lightning Bolt - lovin' it too

[quote name='Dave_the_bass' timestamp='1389814258' post='2338259'] I've always found the guys in gallery to be pleasant to deal with too. [/quote] +1 I've always found Alex to be really friendly, helpful & generally pleasant, I've spoken to Martin on the phone a few times, again, always been helpful.

[quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1389772140' post='2337637'] +1 If you can hump the DB750 about, carrying a DB112 is about the same. hence elected to buy a Berg AE212 which isn't much heavier than a single DB112 but narrower with a pair of handles... result. [/quote] I've heard a lot of good things about the Berg AE212 - I'm not sure whether I could handle the weight though - perhaps that's another avenue for research? Cheers, Pete

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1389745013' post='2337583'] If you have back problems then in my opinion you are looking at the wrong gear; very good and great sounding gear, but wrong because it is very heavy gear. But I guess if you think that the weight of that amp is doable then the cabs will be OK. Get a good trolley. [/quote] I understand where you're coming from but the sound of them is really well matched to the amp and blew me away tbh. My back is a tad buggered but, touch wood, I haven't really had any problem with it for around 18 months - I'm just [b]really[/b] careful how I lift now, and my bandmates are really helpful if they can see I'm struggling/a bit stiff after a marathon gig. I can handle the amp in it's Gator Case no worries so reckon I [b]should[/b] be okay with the cabs - I guess the proof would be to pay a visit to Bass Gear or Bass Direct and see how they feel? I checked out the weight quoted on Aguilar's website and at 45 lbs for the DB112 it's pretty much the same as the head (allegedly!! I reckon the head is way more than 46 Lbs!). I had thought about a trolley/sack truck for those lengthy load ins. Cheers for the reply - very helpful

Thanks for the feedback, don't really fancy taking the drill to the cab, although I had considered it - I'm most likely going to buy the Aggie covers as well so that would scupper the idea of an additional handle. I'm sure I could manage them two handed if I tried. Our gigs often last well in excess of 3 1/2 hours (our longest being just under 4 1/4 hours!!) so at the end of the night you could say I often feel a tad jaded Regarding the tweeter, I reckon the DB750's EQ suits having the tweeter engaged (to my ears anyhow) - I also tend to use the bright switch engaged all the time.So I would think the DB112 would be the sensible option - or perhaps even a pair of them?

Hi All, After the recent purchase of a DB750 (which I love to bits and don't mind hauling around to gigs), I'm now thinking of purchasing a DB112 & DB112NT to compliment the amp. I tried a 4x10 when buying and loved the sound of it, BUT, I have a dodgy back (prolapsed discs) and while I'd love a big cab, there's no way I can go back to anything too heavy. So I'm doing my research and have a couple of things to ask: Regarding the carrying handles on the cabs - where are they located? How substantial are they? I can only think they must be on the right hand side of the cab (when stood looking at the front grille), hope that makes sense? Tired! I'm mildly concerned if that's the case as I find carrying cabs easier with two handles and the load in front of me, rather than carrying using one hand. IYKWIM. Also, if I buy new I may need to buy one cab one month and the other the following month (cashflow ), so which cab should I buy first? The 112 or 112NT? I do like the tweeter on my BF Super 12T - which is odd as I have Mark Bass 151P & 102P cabs and I really don't like the tweeter on those cabs? Prior to those I had 2 Trace Elliot 4x10's (the reason for the now knackered back!) with tweeters that I always turned off too? I'm thinking if I buy the DB112 and don't like the tweeter I can always turn it off? Thoughts? As always, your feedback is appreciated! Cheers, Pete

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Cheers Andy, had a play round with it this afternoon before gig, tried 'em in the effects loop but preferred it straight in the front of the amp. I'm really pleased with the amp and the cab - first outing and all the guys in the band were well impressed and complimented the sound - I had the EQ flat and had the bright switch always engaged and engaged the deep switch on and off throughout the night according to what we were playing - WOW! I'm blown away by just how much depth there is to the tone and yet also how clear the mids & highs are - very happy chappy!

Probably another stupid question from me! Should I use the effects loop or is it okay to stick the effects straight into the input jack (as I normally would)? I shall be using Octaver, Chorus, Fuzz & Overdrive - not all at the same time though!