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    nut height

    in Repairs and Technical

    Posted

    I use this method:

    Starting on the E string, fret on the 3rd - (as if playing a G) then tap on the string over the top of the metal of the 1st fret.

    If the nut is about right you should just feel and maybe hear a click indicating a small clearance... If the gap is too big, lower the nut/slot - no clearance raise the
    nut/slot.

    I've set guitars and basses like this for years now , seems to work well for me :)

    First ever gig TONIGHT...

    in General Discussion

    Posted · Edited by OldG

    [quote name='waynepunkdude' post='273500' date='Aug 31 2008, 08:56 AM']It's nearly 9 on a morning after a gig, have you ever been up before 12 the morning after a gig if you haven't got to go to work?[/quote]

    I wish I could sleep past 9, the older I get the earlier it gets... I don't drink anymore and I reckon this is the cost of a hangover free morning :)


    Edit: Morning to you :huh:

    help needed recording with audacity

    in Recording

    Posted

    I had a similar problem on a desktop (this one went loud and quiet) ...

    I found the onboard sound to be at fault - get a USB interface and improve the sound quality ,beat latency and fix your problem in one.

    Something like [url="http:///www.thomann.de/gb/line6_toneport_gx.htm"]this[/url] would do fine.

    Removed

    in Amps and Cabs For Sale

    Posted

    ''Supports the current range of Line 6 FBV footcontrollers including Line 6 FBV Express and FBV Shortboard.''

    Can you confirm this - there should be an 'FBV pedal' socket (not just pedal)... If so, I'm very interested.

    Cheap guitar stand for an explorer?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    [quote name='ARGH' post='243651' date='Jul 20 2008, 09:43 AM']Try an extra long Hercules,BUT they are fragile,Ive never had one I didnt break,they dont like heavy useage. BEWARE OF PLASTIC PARTS!!![/quote]


    I'll beg to differ...

    My Hercules works great with my Jazz on it - been regularly gigged and adjusted many timesfor guitar use,etc Ideal for the Dean imho

    How to record dry, then add effects later?

    in Recording

    Posted

    I am assuming your recording software supports VST's -If not, try [url="http://reaper.fm/download.php"]Reaper[/url] for an unlimited demo of the best value DAW around,imho.

    You could record the dry signal with effects VST's added to the recording track...

    You'll be able to monitor your playing with any number of effects and amp sims while still getting a dry track to use in any way you want ( maybe you fancy a different amp sound/overdrive etc) - all you gotta do is swap the VST's on the recorded track

    Free [url="http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-GB%3Aofficial&hs=p7F&q=+free+guitar+amp+vst&btnG=Search&meta="]guitar based VST's[/url] are all over the net at the moment, SimulAnalog, Juicy 77 and Aradaz being definitely well worth a tryout

    Cubasis

    in Recording

    Posted

    [quote name='gary mac' post='153828' date='Mar 9 2008, 10:30 AM']Thanks for that chaps.

    Suspected I was missing the obvious, I am indeed using XP.

    OldG how do I sort the compatibility mode? Would like to try that first, before looking at reaper.



    All the best.[/quote]


    Go to start> all programs>accessories>program compatibility wizard and take it from there... never used it myself, but seems like it could be the fix you need.

    Good luck fella

    Cubasis

    in Recording

    Posted

    XP has a compatibility mode that may work for you... If not, [url="http://reaper.fm/download.php"]Reaper[/url] is a fantastic alternative and will run on most systems :)

    Cubase alternatives

    in Recording

    Posted

    [url="http://reaper.fm/index.php"]Reaper[/url] is just fantastic value.... works on nearly any computer and really intuative with VST/DX and midi support.

    Best you'll get for $40 (it'll still run if you don't register)

    When was your first??

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Started playing bass at 25, and never felt 'good' enough to play in a band ( I even put the bass away and started playing guitar) - until this year, a good friend/singer made me go along and play bass with what turned out to be 'the band'.

    I'm 44 now btw, and dearly wish I hadn't wasted all those years.... playing live is a superb rush!

    Unfortunately, the band split and now my wife Lucy(guitar), Tracey (the aforementioned singer/gutarist) and myself (bass/guitar) play a nice mellow acoustic-ish set without the usual band ego/commitment hassles. Its all good - just play with others, I found it hard to keep interest without...

    Recording rehearsals

    in Recording

    Posted

    I've had my H2 for a few days now... It's a fantastic piece of kit!

    Again,I haven't had the chance use it to record a full band with drums, although I can say that I was amazed at the quality when recording in the middle of a roomful of acoustic players/singers with the Zoom set to 4ch recording.

    I have a small acoustic type gig coming up midweek, although I think I'll plug it straight into the desk to get the set recorded. I should mention that it makes a great vocal mic and can be used as an usb audio interface too. I will see how it gets on with recording some bass/guitar/vocals into Acid 6 on my PC today....

    Stinger head and cab?

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted · Edited by OldG

    At the moment I am looking for a backline amp to keep up with our hard hitting drummer. I came across a Stinger setup ([url="http:///stinger.proelgroup.com/stinger/en/product.jsp?id_prod=11092548000900&id_scat=11096066091510&id_cat=11096066093380"]STP300HB[/url] head and [url="http://stinger.proelgroup.com/stinger/en/product.jsp?id_prod=11092535698730&id_scat=11096066091510&id_cat=11096066093380"]STP410EB[/url] cab) at a very good price, but know nothing about them... Anyone have experience/opinions?

    I was lucky enough to have the temporary use of a Hartke 3500 and TP410 which had enough power, with thump and growl that suited my Tokai Jazz nicely, but this rig comes in a lot cheaper and seems fine... I really don't want to buy problems though, feedback needed please :)

    Cheers Mick

    Edit: links added to manufacturers site - Made by Proel

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