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[quote name='thumperbob 2002' timestamp='1368611786' post='2079097'] I can see that a cool 32 channel desk is great for those big- hired in rigs, but for a jobbing group the Mackie with 16 channels is pretty awesome- and the thing is tiny- and light. I myself would prefer real faders, but I no longer have to mix onstage so no problem there. [/quote] The point is, I think the large format mixers are becoming less popular. It's all about smaller, portable, lighter desks with layered faders. High channel count on a small format frame is now entirely possible. In fact, you can do away with a console altogether - have a search for Camryn's Allen and Heath rig on YouTube and you'll see what I mean. As for the Mackie, agreed, it's a brilliant piece of kit - and I say it again, the Mackie guys would uber clean up if they did a 24 or 32 channel version of their iPad mixer. All those jobbing soul bands who mike up a brass section, backing singers... full kit... etc... if they could get that under 1.5k and undercut the X32, Mackie would have it.

[quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1368607391' post='2079019'] Indeed! And could be updated/expanded at less cost than a hardware desk. I honestly think such products are going to become 'the norm' in future, just as how software DAWs, synths and plug-ins are now a feature of every studio. Hardware and analogue gear will always rightly have its place. But the march of progress waits for nobody... [/quote] True. You only have to see what is happening to the resale price on analogue desks. All the hire companies are currently offloading before they hit rock bottom... It's crazy to think that I can do the same (even more) with my GLD80 than most touring band setups with their 32 channel desks and stacks of outboard.

The Berg cabs that I have tried are great and Genz are great. You can do no wrong with either. Both are made well and sound great... they sound different but both are top cabs - you'll have to trial them to see which you prefer naturally. I'm awaiting the arrival of the new Berg cabs to try but the NeoX212T would be my Genz choice of cab. They sound worlds apart from the EBS you have at the moment - mainly down to the tweeter. Have you not considered the 2x12 EBS Neo? I reckon it's the best cab that they have ever done. Defo worth adding to the melting pot. At this level, there is no better, just different.

[quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1368555689' post='2078539'] Just ordered the new Allen and Heath Qu - 16.... Ipad control on this too.... quite nice for sorting the mix when I'm setting up on my own [/quote] You'll love the multitrack recording - great for live recordings to mix later - I'm hoping they will include this functionality in the GLD80 in the next firmware update. The Dante card is really appealing but quite expensive... but then... wow the channel count! I may be biased but having done a lot of research, I reckon Allen and Heath have got the digital desk thing nailed, right from the QU16 right up to the iLive series. It's just staggeringly good - and has transformed the ease of setting up and getting a great sound every gig. The onboard fx for processing the kit alone is amazing...

[quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1368604579' post='2078984'] For a mere £13,000 you could always go 'Super Size' with one of these: [url="http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/may13/articles/raven.htm"]http://www.soundonso...icles/raven.htm[/url] [/quote] Stops the dust in the sliders issue I guess!

[quote name='arthurhenry' timestamp='1368554627' post='2078521'] Is this[u] really[/u] better than reaching out and moving a slider or turning a knob? [/quote] Yes. And on digital mixers you move sliders not knobs.

Nice one. Youll love it.

Of course... what we all really want is one of these.... [url="http://www2.solidstatelogic.com/#&panel1-1&panel2-1"]http://www2.solidstatelogic.com/#&panel1-1&panel2-1[/url]

Sounds hideous! Make sure you post pics!

I'm hoping that Genz doesn't get pushed into the "Fender" name. Fender have never been known for their bass amps... ...and rightly or wrongly, I wouldn't want to buy a "Fender" bass amp. Guitar amps - yes, by the bucketload... bass no.

[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1368539049' post='2078173'] Dunno about this - using an iPhone to control the mix is like using a cat to butter toast. [/quote] You tried it?

The digital technology out there is really great. I think it's one of the most exciting periods for music technology at the moment - especially in the digital desk realm. Behringer, Presonus, Roland, Allen and Heath, Midas, Mackie, Yamaha et al are really bringing out some great products at the moment.

[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1368470872' post='2077508'] BB NE2 is a JJ version. [/quote] and bloomin' ace it is too.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1368397626' post='2076686'] the Jaydee had such an unstable neck that I spent more time adjusting the truss rod than I did actually playing it. [/quote] I did some work on a Jaydee recently - I was quite surprised. I had the impression that they would be ridiculously well made, sound amazing etc... but in reality... it was kind of... normal. Far from sh*te but nothing to write home about either.

Must admit, I haven't found a Spector that I've dug... and I've only played one Warwick which I thought that I could live with... but each to their own. One man's perfect bass is another man's idea of hell. I am guessing aload of people would hate my basses with my super low actions. I really wanted to like Status basses but had a bad experience with them... but each to their own, like everything. Same with Rickies. Kinda dig on the looks of them... but playability wise, possibly one of the most dissapointing playing experiences ever. It's funny really, I've picked up really cheap basses and they have played brilliant and absolute sung... I've picked up the same model elsewhere and I've had a completely experience. Also... I really like the Hofner violin basses. I don't think they play well... they aren't exactly the best made basses... but would would I like to have one? Hell yeah.

Boom!

Same behvaiour everytime. Everytime anybody of any note comes along dickheads spread their wise words.

[quote name='dudi8' timestamp='1368215195' post='2074649'] why would people buy a Ferrari over a subaro, they both drive [/quote] Wtf is a subaro?

[quote name='funkypenguin' timestamp='1368214340' post='2074638'] what will a kingbass enable you to achieve that your current basses wont? [/quote] Pose in your bedroom mirror and pretend that you are Mark King obviously. The boy has a man crush :-p

He's still, he's still Andy from the 'nock. Welcome.

Good stuff. This is the start of a good journey!

Dirty!

Exactly. The Sony transmitter is all metal for starters...