dave_bass5 Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 Right then. Just back from researsala and all I can say is WOW, that's THE tone I've been looking for. Can't think of one negative thing to say about the tone I had today, and this was in a room that's been causing me grief for a as long as I've been rehearing in it. The tone was very clear, and punchy. The room is mostly stage, so I've always had issues with boom and low end. Not so today, right down to low E I could hear every note clearly. I've been worried that the BB2 has been described as like a full range monitor. Not something I was really looking for, and expected to keep the tweeter off most of the time. Today it was on for the full 4 hours and never did I feel the tone was harsh or clanky like I've got from my 1212L. I could even hear the effect my compressor was making, and that's not something I've noticed before with the 1212L. To sum it up, everyting seems to have fallen in to place today, and it's a huge relief. If there is a negative it would had to be this has come along at a time when I'm not gigimg much, and don't expect to (at least not every week like I have been over the past 12 years). Shame. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Glad it seems to be the right cab, shame about the lack of gigs and I know where you're coming from there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 Cheers. Hopefully the gigs will pick up. It's a new band, and we kept the agents that booked the old band, but so far they aren't exactly rolling in. Got a few though so it makes getting the cab worthwhile. Going to look in to a louder head at some point. Maybe the Ashdown RM800. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musashimonkey Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Really glad you like the BB2, I had a similar experience. I'm still in love with mine and its here to stay! Hope some gigs come your way soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 [quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1445805191' post='2894416'] Going to look in to a louder head at some point. Maybe the Ashdown RM800. [/quote] In my opinion you won't go far wrong with one, it's a versatile little beast but I've not had huge experience with Mark Bass stuff so not sure how it would compare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 [quote name='Musashimonkey' timestamp='1445806912' post='2894428'] Really glad you like the BB2, I had a similar experience. I'm still in love with mine and its here to stay! Hope some gigs come your way soon. [/quote] It was a gamble, still can't get my head around a 1x12 replacing my 2x12, but I do now at least know where my tone issues have been these past few years. Can't believe I waited so long to get this. [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1445808587' post='2894443'] In my opinion you won't go far wrong with one, it's a versatile little beast but I've not had huge experience with Mark Bass stuff so not sure how it would compare. [/quote] I mainly use the MB flat, so it might as well be a power amp sitting there. I do have a MAG combo and although I don't use it much I've always liked the tone. Having a much higher powered head version can't be a bad thing. I do need a good reason to get it though, so I'll wait until I see if I'm pushing the MB a bit too hard, and decided then. At least I could cut down on clutter as the RM800 has a comp built in, so that's one less box to wire up at gigs (even if it's not going to be in the same league). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Ah yes, I forgot you have a MAG still. In which case you'll probably love the RM, just keep well away from the "Shape" button!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 Ah yes, the slappers delight button lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted November 1, 2015 Author Share Posted November 1, 2015 I know we all know what it looks like, but thought id take a few pics anyway. Still loving it......a lot :-) [url="https://flic.kr/p/Agfqch"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/Agfqch"]Barefaced Big Baby 2[/url] by [url="https://www.flickr.com/photos/davebass5/"]Dave Pearce[/url], on Flickr [url="https://flic.kr/p/AxRDFk"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/AxRDFk"]Barefaced Big Baby 2[/url] by [url="https://www.flickr.com/photos/davebass5/"]Dave Pearce[/url], on Flickr [url="https://flic.kr/p/AwE7Vh"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/AwE7Vh"]Barefaced Big Baby 2[/url] by [url="https://www.flickr.com/photos/davebass5/"]Dave Pearce[/url], on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 (edited) Nice, glad it's worked out I'm now Barefaced-less for the first time in nearly 7 years Gear consolidation and not enough gigs has sent me down a different route (watch this space haha) Edited November 1, 2015 by Merton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted November 1, 2015 Author Share Posted November 1, 2015 I must admit my lack of (as many) gigs has helped me with GAS over the past couple of years. I really shouldn't be spending money on new gear with just a handful of conirmed gigs, but for the first time in a good few years I'm actually enjoying playing bass again. Plus as I've almost cracked the finger style hurdle I've had for years I'm quite enthusiastic about it all. Couldnt do it without a gig to look forward to though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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