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    I see everyone is recommending something different. I had a pair of Beyerdynamic 990 Pros, the top of the range. They sounded great but they were not accurate - they had too much top, although they didn't sound unpleasant. My recommendation is a second hand pair of Sennheiser 580s for 50 to 60 quid. I've had a pair for a while. Last year my wife treated me to some Sennheiser 650s for my birthday. These are recognized as one of the world's finest dynamic headphones. Personally, although I haven't done any serious A-B tests, I don't think there is much, if any, difference between the 580 and the 650. If you're using the Korg for recording you'll need headphones that are accurate, well balanced and reveal detail. The 580s do that.
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    [quote name='mrcrow' post='677042' date='Dec 7 2009, 07:25 PM']just had a look at the 270J....fortunately its an allen key job[/quote] Lucky you! I've found a small 8mm socket that should fit but I will have to saw some length off the matching Allen key to get it in. Thanks for the advice, Geof - I think this will eventually work. No response from Allparts to my email and they seem to be the only supplier.
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    [quote name='mrcrow' post='676685' date='Dec 7 2009, 01:21 PM']back to the cheapie idea...a socket and an allen key force the allen key into the square of the socket driven end[/quote] OK - I'll check through my sockets, give it a go and report back.
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    [quote name='The Bass Doc' post='676571' date='Dec 7 2009, 11:50 AM']That'll do nicely thanks. Shall we exchange PMs?[/quote] I hate to spoil the party guys, but the Fane 10M is a midrange speaker. It is actually a superb driver and the Doc is selling them for a very good price, but it's no good for bass guitar unless you are going to use it just for midrange.
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    [quote name='mrcrow' post='675248' date='Dec 5 2009, 08:43 PM']i dont doubt you will get one...[/quote] I'm doing my best, but it ain't easy. Yamaha replied and seem to think it's 8mm, although they no longer carry them themselves. I went on the Allparts site to order one and .............. out of stock. Is there an alternative UK supplier?
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    [quote name='mrcrow' post='674993' date='Dec 5 2009, 03:25 PM']i got a set of cheap socket spanners from woolies...long time ago which worked ok on my rick twin rods but didnt need to be right angled i would try the pound shops...could be there are some mickey mouse sets there with an item in them to do the job any socket will do so long as it fits!![/quote] Unfortunately, a normal box spanner or socket won't fit. The problem is getting the socket to the nut, which is recessed inside the neck. You need a very short box spanner affair with a handle attached at right angles. There are pictures of some here: [url="http://www.allparts.uk.com/online-shop/allparts-guitar-amp-parts/tools-guitar-care/truss-rod-spanners-c-277_1_137_138.html"]http://www.allparts.uk.com/online-shop/all..._1_137_138.html[/url] If I knew what size would fit, I'd order one, but I'm getting conflicting information on the size needed and can't get in there with anything else except the specialist tool. I'm going to email Allparts now to ask them.
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    [quote name='fatback' post='673283' date='Dec 3 2009, 03:27 PM']Any update on this? Does the Gibson key fit? What size? I'm about to tackle the relief on a bb. Much trepidation.[/quote] I tried the local music shop with no joy. A trawl through the web shows that Allparts UK have various ones in their catalogue for very little money but I'm not sure what size I need. I've emailed Yamaha and am awaiting a reply.
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    [quote name='blazer3' post='671766' date='Dec 2 2009, 12:47 AM']i suggest all you bass snobs really get a life as your giving all genuine bass players a bad name.[/quote] Every considered a course in salesmanship? A price would help your cause no end.
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    I'd be a bit sceptical about anyone talking about 'premature ware'.
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    [quote name='stevie' post='671204' date='Dec 1 2009, 03:46 PM']Pm'd[/quote] Bum - it looks like I need the 1/2" ones after all.
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    [quote name='Jamesemt' post='671026' date='Dec 1 2009, 01:24 PM']Still for sale and looking for £40[/quote] Pm'd
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    Sounds like the Hofner to me. You can only really tell on the first few notes. Elsewhere, the bass is doubled with guitar. I could be wrong, of course.
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    [quote name='jonthebass' post='666228' date='Nov 26 2009, 01:56 PM']+1 to CTS pots. Also I'd recommend a Switchcraft jack socket and a Sprague Orange Drop capacitor to round it off nicely! Have a ganders [url="http://www.seymourduncan.com/support/wiring-diagrams/schematics.php?schematic=std_pbass"]HERE[/url] for a standard P bass wiring diagram with component values, etc.[/quote] Just goes to show what creatures of habit we bass players are Any good quality pots, jack sockets or caps will do just fine. Sprague Orange Drop indeed!
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    The simple answer is yes.
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    On hold for the King.
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    [quote name='King Tut' post='655622' date='Nov 16 2009, 01:32 AM']Are you willing to post?[/quote] Sure. I can send by carrier for a tenner or post at cost.
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    Now that I have my pre-amp/power amp combo and rack (thanks Beedster!), my faithful Trace Elliot AH-200 is up for sale. This is the Mk VI which, I am given to believe, is the preferred version of these amps. I've taken this description from the Harmony reviews website, where you will find lots of very positive reviews about this amp: [url="http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews/Bass+Amp/product/Trace+Elliot/AH200+Series+6+Head/10/1"]http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews...ies+6+Head/10/1[/url] “- 200W but seems more like 500W - Can be racked - Two speaker outs with speaker protection fuse - Switchable 12-band graphic that is extremely flexible and goes down to 30Hz making it suitable for use with low B strung 5-string basses. - Mid pre-shape switchable EQ preset which really makes the sound really rock - suits my Rickenbacker so well I don't need to use the EQ. - 2-channel (active & passive) but not switchable and only a single gain for both channels. - Has 1 effects loop and line level input/outputs for slaving (pre amp out & power amp in) - Built in DI which can be switched between pre and post EQ - this is not some half arsed DI connection like a lot of amps have - this beats my tube (valve) DB DI box hands down.” The great thing about this head is the weight! It’s about 9kg, and very easy to carry - [i]*much*[/i] lighter than the 300W version even though it is nearly as powerful. It’s convection cooled via a massive aluminium heatsink on the back – so no fans to go wrong. The foot switch is included as are the ears for rack mounting. It’s in good condition apart from a slight bend in the corner of the heat sink on the rear, which does not affect the operation of the amp in any way. All knobs and buttons are present and correct and working well. I’ll throw in the Trace fitted shoulder bag, which has, a dickey zip, and a matching carrying case, which has a small bash in it but works fine otherwise. The folding stuff is preferred, but I could also be interested in some lightweight tuners (1/2") or an OPL bass.
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    [quote name='BassKS' post='653600' date='Nov 13 2009, 01:56 PM']Any upgrade on the pre? or is it just stock...Thanks[/quote] There's nothing to upgrade on the preamp IMO - it's 3-band and totally transparent with an active/passive switch.
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    Or something like this:
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    [quote name='Rasta' post='652441' date='Nov 12 2009, 11:26 AM']Too expensive?[/quote] No, that's a good price.
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    In theory, that's a good match. You will also be able to connect a second 8-ohm cab and get more power should you wish to do so.
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    [quote name='Nostromo' post='650182' date='Nov 9 2009, 10:23 PM']Now i guess I'll have to research what the vintage cab design should be that these speakers ought to be fitted in ! Ah well . . . . . Anyone got any ideas ?[/quote] A used Fender Bassman cab would be nice. Or build your own. The Fender grill cloth is available on eBay. I know you can use the K140 in cabinets as small as 70-litres. Here's one example: [url="http://www.humblehomemadehifi.com/Bass-Rig.html"]http://www.humblehomemadehifi.com/Bass-Rig.html[/url]. You'll have to email the guy for dimensions, as they are not clear from the drawings.
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    Now on hold for a local Basschatter.
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    Price drop to £22. These are £55 on the web. Used ones on eBay fetch over £30. This is one of the finest soundcards you can buy. Why don't you get rid of that cruddy soundcard you are using and give yourself an early Christmas present? You know you want to.....
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    [quote name='paganskins' post='650426' date='Nov 10 2009, 10:09 AM']Also the wife's not too happy, apparently the house is getting like a marketplace with all this gear coming and going.[/quote] This is the price of entry to this forum.
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