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19 minutes ago, Dan Dare said:

I've got one of these - https://www.fusion-bags.com/collections/bass-guitar-gig-bags-soft-cases/products/urban-bass-guitar-gig-bag.

Not that light, but good protection.

+1, great case!  I'll throw Protec Contego in to the mix also.

6 hours ago, Slappindabass said:

So what are the higher tension Drs? I really did find the black beauties far too floppy!

Lo Riders are the highest tension DRs as far as I know.

9 hours ago, acidbass said:

What are the Sunbeams like in comparison to Nickel Lo Riders?  Has anyone had experience of both?  Liking the sound of the Sunbeams, may go for a set next.

Both great strings! The Lo Riders are higher tension (hex core) and I find them to have more midrange punch than the Sunbeams, which are a bit mellower by contrast and more flexible. I use the Lo Riders on my regular scale bass and Sunbeams on the 35". I have a set of Pure Blues on the way so am interested to see how they compare to these two.

I use the Streamliner with a 4x10 for most gigs and a Barefaced BBT for smaller settings, great amp!  I always have the gain switch active even with the 4x10. I've never tried a 2 cab set up, but can say that the single BBT does struggle with full drumkit and guitar at times.  Although I did use a current gen Compact recently which was much more capable on it's own.  Valve-wise I have a JJ 5751 first followed by 2 JJ 12ax7s. 

I've read elsewhere that the valve mounting plate can be damaged by using too much force to push the pins in whilst replacing them, so maybe this could have happened if all valves are in working condition, and you're confident in the power-handling of the Compacts?  Other more electronics-savvy folk might have some other suggestions!

I use a Hiscox with my L2000, and just added foam inserts around the body for a snug fit and protection. Survived probably 50 flights with no problems so far (touch wood!).

Ken Baker at https://bassesbyleo.com/forum/index.php is your man for info!

@Cuzzie  Must admit that I agree with @Opticaleye on G&Ls!  My L2500 is strung with nickels, and I generally favour more vintage-orientated gear like Aguilar or tube hybrids which may help, but have never found it too toppy.  I love the gooey P-bass like tone using the neck pup in passive, and the general versatility of sounds available.  I agree that those MFDs are hot and takes a bit of volume knob riding if you want a more conventional passive tone.  I just wish G&Ls were more numerous, and a bit more generous in the fiver string spacing.   For comparison, as much as I love the Stingray tone, I find that too mid-heavy and zingy for my own tastes!  

Back to Sandbergs though! I'm definitely keen to get my hands on a TM2 now!

Thanks for the detailed rundown @Cuzzie, very interesting!  I was edging towards the TM2 myself from researching so far, so am even more keen to try one now. Funnily enough it's my love of G&Ls and the double humbuckers that lead me towards the similar config of the TM2!

17 hours ago, FacStudio said:

Well, here is the latest family photo.  Don't hate me for buying them all... but I think I have a problem...  😉

Top Left to Right

TT4 Creme - Masterpiece

TM2 Orange - HCA

Panther - Bocote Top & H/Stock

Bottom Left to Right

UMBO Red - HCA

48 Red - HCA

Grand Dark San Remo Blue

😀

That's some collection @FacStudio! I've been looking to try some Sandbergs recently, and was wondering what your thoughts are on the tone/character of the TM versus TM2?

+1 for Fusion and also the Protec Contego (heavier with less pocket space but a bit more rigid in terms of protection).  I didn't have great experiences with the Mono M80 as I found that the straps would constantly slip, and also my bass strap button wore through the bottom of the case (which Mono deemed wear and tear so wouldn't replace under warranty, though they did offer to pay for a cobbler to repair). 

Hey all,

I've switched to standard gauge Sunbeams on my 35" scale 5 string, so have 3 unopened sets in 40-120 up for grabs (I found another after the photo was taken!).  Now £25 plus £1.67 postage a set.  They look to retail for £50+, so grab yourself a bargain!

Also happy to trade for unopened standard gauge Sunbeams (45-125).

Thanks!

A pleasure to deal with.  Great communication throughout and the item arrived quickly and safely packaged.  Thanks Nick! @castlemaine22

Not a used cover, but Hot Covers are great!

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[quote name='Sean' timestamp='1505857053' post='3374862']
I don't do much of that. I play fingerstyle and pick. I only slap on Aerosmith's Elevator and that's not an issue at all. The only answer is having a go. Hopefully one will turn up soon.
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Fingers crossed!

[quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1505683981' post='3373590']
I used to have one. Lovely neck but I could never get on with the narrow spacing. It's quite similar to the StingRay 5-string in many ways. Which I also didn't get on with. It was after those two that I realised I only liked 19mm spacing!
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I have a feeling that I'll be in the same boat, so am keen to try before committing. An L2500 with 19mm spacing would be a game changer!

Interesting to hear Sean. How do you find slap, double thumbing and such on the L2500? Worried that big hands plus being used to Lakland fiver necks would make the spacing feel pretty tight!

Hi all,

I'm really interested in an L2500 as I love the L2000, but would like to try before I buy as I'm not sure that I'd get on with the string spacing. Are there any proud owners of an L2500 in Glasgow or close by that wouldn't mind me trying their G&L baby? A box of beer and some in depth bass chat for any generous volunteers! Haha

Sorry to hijack the thread slightly, but seeing as we're on the subject of 70's Jazz particulars! Did Fender change the wind of pickups along with the other design features from the mid 70's onwards? I ask as have always toyed with changing the pups on my 1973, but was unsure if this fell under manufacturer's 60's or 70's style winds.

[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1494361628' post='3295409']
Regarding the rattle, have you checked the handle? They can sometimes rattle and it doesn't sound as if it comes from them... but then you grab them and it stops. If you haven't checked. worth trying before removing parts...
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Yeah definitely coming from the mid driver by the sounds of it. The handle seems fine, I tighten the corner bracket screws regularly and there are not enough feet left on it to rattle haha!

Thanks guys. P-Zarn was kind enough to forward me Barefaced's own guide for removal. Big up the Basschat community as always!

Hi all,

My Big Baby T has developed a sort of rattle on certain notes and sounds like a damaged driver or lose part. I'd need to remove the grill to get a look, and was wondering if anyone has advice for doing this on this generation of Barefaced? Gentle "jimmying" in the corner resulted in a cracking noise, and I'm worried that this is the wood and not the velcro!

Any help much appreciated. I have contacted Alex and BF but this is going on 2 weeks with no response (customer service thumbs down!).

A very belated big thumbs up to Kevin! I bought my cab from him at the end of last year and he was a pleasure to deal with. Top guy, and was great to talk some bass!

A belated thanks for your thoughts again JTUK. The Demeter set up sounds pretty no nonsense! I also generally favour amps that sound great with minimal tweaking, but my fondness of the Streamliner contradicts that!

Going back to my first post, I'd be interested to hear from users of the 2 x DB 210 set up. I a/b'd the Big Baby with an Ampeg 410 HE at a venue yesterday, and am now thinking that the quicker response of 10"s might suit my current band better. I also figure it would be a marginally more mobile config than the one big 410 mutha!

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1476368486' post='3153705']
To replace Aguilar DB sound, I run a Demeter 800w head and 2 TKS112's. I would say the DB rig is more 'there' but soundwise I'm pretty close.

I've gone on about class D (and NEO) so wont repeat it, but this is my closest yet.
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Must admit that I don't know much about Demeter amps, or the different TKS 112 variants! Is it the snappily named VTBP-M-800D that you use? And which TKS models do you run with that?

Cheers

[quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1476276893' post='3152927']

Unfortunately I've never had Aguilar cabs, so I can't be definitive about them, but I would say that one thing to be wary of is that that nice sound in the shop/house can be a very different thing at high SPL in a band context.
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I should have mentioned that I've used the Aguilar DB 751 a lot with either a DB 410 or 810 when touring, and that is the dream tone. So essentially I'm looking for a similar ballpark sound, but using the Class D seeing as it will be me and not a backline crew lugging it around for home shows haha! Although the Streamliner is a bit of a unique beast, I love the tone with certain cab pairings and it has the right mix of valve tone, power and weight for me.

[quote name='acroxixo' timestamp='1476182946' post='3151989']

Off topic - Do you use the stock valves on the STM 900, or did you change it?
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Sorry I missed this before. I have a JJ 5751 in the V1 position to tighten up the lows and give a bit more clean headroom before clipping.

Thanks for all the advice so far.

[quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1476202949' post='3152287']
I'd say it all depends on how much you want out of the cabs - if you want to go very loud (which the Streamliner will do), then 2x112s or a 212 might not cover it (unless we're talking Barefaced)....
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That's the main motivation really in that my current single Barefaced Big Baby T struggles in some venues where there is a deadly cocktail of loud/close drummer and guitar amp coupled with on-stage subs and poor wedges. I love the Aguilar sound too, although have never paired the cabs with the Genz Streamliner yet.

It looks like the DB 212 is getting a lot of love, so the 2 x DB 112 stack might be great portable version of this. I am also now thinking tthat a DB 210 stack might compliment the Streamliner and tame the lows! Has anyone used this combination?

Hoping to visit a dealer next month where I'll potentially be able to trial all variations with the Streamliner. I'll be sure to report back!

[quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1476202949' post='3152287']
FWIW, I moved to the Magellan, which is like the Streamliner 2.0 in a lot of ways, with two advantages apropos your OP: it doesn't have that runaway bottom end, which makes it more cab-neutral, and it'll run 3 x 8ohm cabs if needed. I run 2 112s in the function band and 3 in the rock band with monster drummer, etc...
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Thanks, now you've given me GAS for a new head also!