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  1. Just back from a great show at Norden farm arts centre near Maidenhead with the phil Collins tribute. Lovely little theatre, quite an intimate place really, very appreciative audience and always enjoy chatting with them afterwards. Great fun! Wedding to play tonight so completely different, but looking forward to it.
    17 points
  2. We were booked to play a new festival being held in Gower this weekend. I felt sorry for them as the weather forecast was horrendous and there weren't many people there. When we turned up the van got stuck in the mud and had to be pushed several times. We were due on third but the 2nd act had cancelled at the last minute so the opener, a solo sax act, valiantly played on until we could get set up. By the time we relieved him, he'd been paying for 2.5 hours. Not our regular sound guy but he was very quick getting a decent sound and we played for about 75 minutes (rather than the 45-50 we were due to play) which put the event back on track. The last 15 minutes was punctuated by great flashes of light as the lightning arrived. The stage was facing out to the sea overlooking Oxwich bay, so it was spectacular. But also a little unnerving as each flash got a bit closer! We finished and managed to get the vans packed just before the torrential rain started. Finding our way down to the gate through the field was almost impossible but every few seconds a massive flash of lightning lit the whole field and we managed to get on the lane and away. I'd left my car at our rehearsal place (a couple of miles away) so I was dropped off there and headed home. Most of the road is at the foot of sloping fields so the water was running through the hedgerows like little waterfalls. I was driving (slowly) through 6" deep water most of the way but the first I knew of the really deep stuff was when my headlights dimmed. The water was blocking them. I managed to keep going and it took about 30 seconds to get through. Then I went through a shorter section of the same depth and finally came across a car stuck in the middle of a third. And all of this during an almost non-stop display of lightning. Got home about 3 hours later, having had to dodge debris from collapsed walls and hedges on the way. Our gig tonight is back in the same area and I've just been told that the road into Port Eynon village has partially collapsed. Rock 'n' Roll! 🤘 With a small stage, I decided to use my Ibanez EHB100s through an Ampeg pre-amp pedal (which was always on) and I DI'd into the desk. I was really happy with the sound and it was a good band mix.
    16 points
  3. First gig with a new start up. Ropey as feck. People either have lower standards than I do or I take it all too seriously. However, it's a great set and with work I think it's a saleable product.
    14 points
  4. A Nice Pair of Black & Tans ( well tort ☺️)
    12 points
  5. Private Party tonight for Maple Road. Tented event with stage at a Country Club . That's what I'm told. Lol We start at 7:00. Daryl
    11 points
  6. Really pleased with this one (my own pics and a more detailed review to follow...) £340 from Stompbox on ebay using a very handy 10% off eBay voucher which popped up. Great bass! The fit and finish is superb. It's lightweight (not too much to feel neck divey) very resonant thanks to the roasted body and neck, it feels "alive" and sounds really funky. No dead spots, every note is true and clear. The tuners are good quality and have a decent and smooth ratio to them. Simple functional bridge (it's a P Bass) that is good quality. I don't know if the pickups are ceramic or alnico but I'm happy with them. What I'm not so keen on: The tort guard (will be spraying that parchment) While the fretwork is flawless and mirror polished, I can feel the fret end "bumps" (there's no sharp fret ends whatsoever) it's just I prefer a more 45° angle to them, probably because I'm used to vintage basses with hardly any frets left! I've got a chrome bridge cover to go on it for my muting foam to live and a set of TI flats at the ready. More deets to follow next week as I'm working this weekend. Just thought I'd give an early shout out as I've not seen the Jet P mentioned yet. I dived straight in when I saw it due to the favourable Jet J chats I read on here. Same goes for this baby... https://jetguitars.com/guitars/bass-guitar/jet-jpb-300-sg-r/
    8 points
  7. This one's from last Saturday. A bit of a reunion for the old band up in the Lake District. The drummer is a permanent Coniston resident. We played an hour or so as part of a multi band charity do in a friend's garden. Just bloody good fun. Like putting on an old pair of slippers, we just dropped back into the groove. I'm sure that it was looser than when we were gigging regularly. No idea what the live FOH sound was like either. Sandberg Cali TM5 into the house rig. Couldn't hear much onstage, least of all my backing vox but didn't care. Just great to be back making noise with good mates. VID-20240901-WA0019.mp4 VID-20240901-WA0020.mp4 VID-20240901-WA0029.mp4
    8 points
  8. For sale is a USA-made G&L CLF L-2500 Series 750 bass. NOW SOLD.
    7 points
  9. For sale is a Music Man Stingray 5 30th Anniversary model, this particular example made in January 2018. I got it from a shop in the States earlier this year, and it's a truly fabulous bass, but I find myself gravitating back towards my old Laklands again, so rather than leaving it languishing in the house, I thought it would be better that I move it on so someone else can enjoy it. The roasted maple neck on this one is especially dark and chocolatey, and looks fabulous with the cream binding, with beautiful striping on the back of the neck. It's had very little use, and apart from some faint swirling on the scratchplate below the strings, it's completely unmarked. The neck is sleek and fast, the action low and very easy to play. It's no heavyweight at a very svelte 4.3kg. Comes complete with an MM hardcase, also in excellent condition. For the story behind this model, have a look here: https://www.music-man.com/instruments/basses/30th-anniversary-stingray-5 Collection preferred (I'm 10 minutes from junction 10 of the M25) but I will ship, at the buyer's cost and risk. Sorry, but no trade offers please. NOW SOLD.
    7 points
  10. Had this arrive last week. A very close approximation of a Noble (which I have on my main board) for my smaller ‘fly board’: Si
    7 points
  11. Hi, Here is my 2018 American Original 60s precision, begrudgingly up for sale. I don’t play in a band anymore and unlikely to in the future,so,alas, it has to go. I have owned plenty guitars over the years, this has been the best sounding, most playable, best feeling, gives most pleasure. It has served me well at gigs , forever receiving compliments on its sound. Comes with Fender tweed case, the original was black, I believe. In Lake Placid Blue, it has been fitted with white pick up covers, although the original black ones are supplied, I quite like the white ones, so left them on. It has a few dings here and there in the nitro finish, but isn’t that why we like it so much? Neck is straight and apparently the shape,and wood, is the best on any bass at this level. Comes with all case candy, pick up and bridge covers, certificate of authenticity etc. Weighs 3.9kg I think the price is right, look at the price of new ones nowadays, I really will be sad to see this go, no silly offers please and is sale only, I have no need for any trades. Collection from Warrington would be best, but open to discuss other options to meet up, I’m sorry but won’t courier this. Thanks for looking, any more info you need, send me a pm and I’ll do my best for you, Cheers Lloyd. Here’s some blurb from Fender: By the 1960s, the Precision Bass was the workhorse electric bass; from the clubs of Detroit to the beaches of Southern California, its tone laid the foundation for modern music. The American Original ‘60s Precision Bass has all of the features with which the P Bass conquered the world of music—elegantly simple, its sound, style and comfort are joined by modern playability. The nitrocellulose lacquer finish not only lets the body breathe with its true tonal character, it also ages and wears in a distinctively personal way. American Original instruments feature specially voiced pickups crafted to reproduce authentic Fender sound. This Precision Bass features a “C”-shaped neck profile delivered straight from 1963 to your hands. Remarkably comfortable, it suits any playing style. Original-era fans can rest assured every curve and line of the body and neck are accurate to the historic originals. From the bridge to the string tree and tuning machines, every piece of hardware is just like the original. This 9.5”-radius fingerboard is slightly flatter than a vintage-style 7.25” radius, providing a comfortable fret-hand feel. Vintage-tall frets make it easier to add vibrato to your basslines.
    6 points
  12. Got a private function tonight with Glam covers band. Not comfortable doing these gigs as not everyone shares the taste in music of the birthday person so it can be a hit or a miss. All else fails its a well paid rehearsal. Dave
    6 points
  13. The static build up on acrylic bodies attracts dust and fur, and in extreme cases entire cats and small mammals can get stuck to the bass.
    6 points
  14. Nice pic from last weekend’s Brew Beat festival in Leicester city centre with the Andy Wales Band.
    5 points
  15. For sale is my Vincent Akkurat PJ5. I have owned it since February last year. I had been using it a lot last year as I was busier with more R'n'B/Hip hop gigs but my work now calls for a different type of sound. It is a really stunning bass, one of the nicest I've ever played, incredible build quality and a beautiful neck. The colour is Petticoat Pink, with an Olive wood fretboard. I have found it works wonderfully for R'n'B, Hip Hop and soul music. I think it is a really amazing option for people playing that type of thing but who don't want to go foe the super hyped active bass sound. Of course it can play any style really, that's just what I found it most useful for. A couple of minor dings are pictured. Comes with a great case, I prefer it to my Mono one. And cleaning tools for the neck which is very satisfying to do once in a while - the neck does feel incredible particularly after a clean. You can hear this bass on the following recordings:- Take it Higher - Ashley Henry Synchronicity - Ashley Henry Who we Are - Ashley Henry Collection from London SE20 or UK delivery.
    4 points
  16. Just picked this up 55 bucks Can't believe how good it is 👌
    4 points
  17. Two upcoming gigs for my goth/post punk lot The InSect. Coventry on Sat 28th Sept and Dublin Castle, London on 4th October
    4 points
  18. Meant to post this earlier but forgot... A while ago I joined a newly-formed Eagles tribute with a lovely, talented bunch of lads. Months of rehearsals and a handful of gigs later, we're really starting to settle in to it. Here's a couple of clips from a gig in my home village the other weekend. Gear-wise, it's the usual for me. Handbox R-400, TKS 212 cab.... and the Maruszczyk Jake PJ to cover Randy's P tone in the early days, and Tim's Jazz tone from the Kong Run era. Eventually I'll probably switch between an actual P and J. I'm new to this IEM lark, and I'm still getting used to it. We have lots of refining to do. We don't run a silent stage, 'cos we like amps. 🙂
    4 points
  19. Not so keen on the colonoscopy finish on that last one. 🤔
    3 points
  20. This whole album by The Cinematic Orchestra has some amazing upright bass playing by Phil France. Over twenty years ago now but still sounds fresh
    3 points
  21. Thank you. I wasted over 30 years worth of adrenaline and spleen before I knew the difference, so, if sharing that revelation helps even one person, then I am pleased to be able to help. I learnt it from an English/American couple about 20 years ago. English wife would ask what American husband wanted to eat. "I don't care", he would say. She pointed out that "I don't mind" is a more neutral and polite way of responding. From that point on, I saw that there was a difference. However, it took me two decades to apply the philosophy to my own character.
    3 points
  22. They'd need to come with a free weight-lifting course ...
    3 points
  23. That's a really good parody site. They've put a lot of effort into it and it sounds so convincing. It's a bit cheap though, I would expect it to be a lot more expensive than this. Its a bit like the person who was selling fake bomb detectors https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-29459896. The more you charge the more people believe it. I'm now going to look at a bass string conditioner, it gets your bass strings in just the right condition to allow you to play like, well anybody. You'll be able to tune the strings (pun intended) to whatever playing style you need. It'll use a combination of special Yorkshire electricity, phases of the moon (as we all know we play better late at night), a special plectrum that anneals the string (sorry can't provide anymore information without an NDA), and some very unique herbs from the garden which will be used to coat the freshly annealed strings. Not sure if I should charge £5,000 or £10,000 for this super new development in bass playing, suggestions welcomed. Thanks Rob
    3 points
  24. Twin drummers, bet that's fun. Dave
    3 points
  25. It's a pity that I remember those, too. But if you are into Hifi nonsense, this is by far the best piece of equipment you need, if you are a serious listener: The Cable Cooker! https://www.thecablecooker.com/
    3 points
  26. I bought a GR Bass AT800 Cube combo. The driver on it blew a few weeks ago, possibly due to me putting too much dirt into it (when I used the same patch with a Tecamp Puma 900 and BC 112 Mk3, it made some rather unpleasant noises). I've now replaced the speaker and will be using it again. I went for a combo because it meant that not only did I have a lightweight cab, I didn't have to carry an amp (albeit a very light one) as well. On reflection, maybe I should have gone for a GR Bass cab and used it with the Tecamp instead. I've had Barefaced (Big Baby II and One10) and have a BC 112 Mk3, the forerunner of the LFSys range. I'd say GR Bass, Barefaced, and LFSys would all do a good job.
    3 points
  27. That said, you can listen to the two Lou Reed albums with Rob Wasserman, New York and Magic & Loss. Here played live:
    3 points
  28. Anything by Esbjörn Svensson Trio. Amazing stuff.
    3 points
  29. Hurtsfall were supporting Swedish synth wave band Midnight Danger at The Bodega in Nottingham. Once again a last minute gig with a fairly early on-stage time, but this time there was a much better turn out both for us and the headliners compared with our previous gig here. Once again we struggled to fit on the tiny stage after the headliners had set up, and ended up with even less room than previously with me stuck to a single spot between the drum kit and the foldback wedge and our synth player half behind the PA stack. However it was nice to see that there were several people in attendance who knew the songs and even surprised us when we got the biggest cheer on announcing one of our newer songs which has yet to be recorded. Played really well apart from when I forgot to un-mute the Helix at the beginning of the first song. Midnight Danger were brilliant although I only saw half their set as was catching up with an old friend, and bandmate from the 70s and early 80s. Once again no photos have appeared on line as yet, but there were several photographers in the audience including one there specifically to take phots of us so hopefully I'll be posting some later...
    3 points
  30. I've not had this long and their great reputation is well deserved, but something special has come along so this is surplus. Digital power amp with 350 watts at 8ohm and 500 watts at 4ohm, 4 band Eq and the famous filters VLE (reduces treble and bass,for darker vintage tones) VPF (a bit like the old aural enhancers on the SWR rigs of old, gradually increases treble and bass while cutting mids). Very quiet and can get quite loud, I've played some large venues with this at 4 ohm and barely had it past 10 o clock. A very warm/organic tone with a great clarity to the sound, and sounds great with any bass or situation,also has that fantastic "Bumblebee" colour scheme. This is in fantastic condition and comes with the markbass rack bag (optional extra) Also in great condition. I will post this to UK only for £320
    2 points
  31. First thing I should mention is that in 35-odd years at this game of playing bass, I've never owned a Fender before, or a P. I popped into my local branch of Guitar Guitar in Epsom this afternoon and this recent arrival caught my eye hanging on the wall at a reasonable price... Rather pretty in Blizzard Pearl, nearly 20 years but barely a sign of it (the lightest of scuffs on the tip of the headstock). Took it for a spin and it felt exactly right under the hand and sounded fine. Sometimes you just make a connection with an instrument, so I resolved to buy it. Discovered at this point that it came with a fitted Fender hard case, which was a nice bonus, and that it had been sold to them by the bass player in a very well known band, but I won't say who here. I take these stories with a pinch of salt, but they are fun nevertheless 🙂
    2 points
  32. All the original designs which were going to sell in any significant numbers have been designed
    2 points
  33. The colour of Tony Levin’s Stingray 5 is peach, and only offered as a custom colour for around a year - 1989/90 - orange in some lights and an orangey pink in others (hence Barbie flesh monica!). Ultra rare to find a Musicman bass in this colour - never reissued except on an OLP signature instrument many years back.
    2 points
  34. Yep, if there is an image to accompany the words 'I take it too seriously', thats the one right there!
    2 points
  35. Your secret is safe with us, Rob!
    2 points
  36. Have to say I'm very happy with my LFSys Monza, slightly over your spec at 11kg but a great sounding cab and an easy one-handed lift because the handle is in the right place.
    2 points
  37. It’s a different beast mate from my usual holy trinity basses. Quite a spectrum of sound. The active bass full on is perhaps too boomy for a reggae vibe so I found dialling in a bit of bridge pickup helped with definition. It excels at a P clanky two tone vibe when dialling in the highs, not too brittle either,and yes that growl people talk about - cuts through brilliant. I wasn’t sure at first about going for the Aguilar setup, and perhaps far it’s from the ‘Spector sound’ but I’m really liking what I hear so far. The neck pickup is perhaps my favourite, bit like a super P, quarter pounder pickups is. The only negatives are no passive bypass or option, to which I may try a different preamp eventually, and the tiniest bit of neck dive being so light but on the strap it’s fine - the weight is joyous as I say. Looking forward to gigging it.
    2 points
  38. Job done! Thank you to everyone for the help and advice. Pickup cavity now shielded with copper tape and I checked every piece for connectivity as it was applied - it's about as shielded as I can get it. Everything is grounded to the shielding in the control cavity and I somehow ended up with a spare piece of wire afterwards ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Final step was putting the lid back on the control cavity and I now have a bass with no hum. Only oddity is I get a slight click touching the G-string (ooh er)...
    2 points
  39. For those interested in such things, the weights of the Z series basses that Sweetwater hold: 2x Z3 4 string Rosegold: 9lb 3oz, 9lb 4oz 1xZ3 5 string Rosegold: 10lb 7oz 4x Z3 5 string Blue: 9lb 2oz, 9lb 6oz, 9lb 6oz, 10lb 2xZ7 4 string Mint: 9lb 6oz, 9lb 8oz 1xZ7 5string Mint: 10lb 1oz 1xZ3 5 string Antique white: 11lb 6oz The Z3s above all have mahogany bodies and the Z7s are alder
    2 points
  40. It’s a paired down Noble basically, same circuit & tone stack, but both outputs share a tube (Noble XLR and 1/4” output have their own tubes, ie you can remove one and the other output still works), whereas the 1/4” and DI on the NP share the tube. The Noble also has some additional circuitry on the 1/4” output which reduces the impedance a little, but more treble extension on the Noble as a result. Other than that (and them being different brand tubes), they’re going for the same vibe. Obviously the other difference being the Nobles pedal power outputs. Yeah this is the second run of the Neptunium I think, and possibly the last from what I’ve heard. Few left on the website, almost tempted to get another…..maybe. The MXR is great, a solid DI pedal, lots for the money, but a semi-Noble in largely the same footprint as the MXR is a no-brainer for that board. Si
    2 points
  41. Pain in the arse to set up, pack away and lug though!!😂x
    2 points
  42. What until you are 60 years old, have health issues, a crumbling back due to carrying heavy gear and strapping a 5kg weight into your shoulders every day. I won't play gigs with anything heavier than 3.5kg and cabs over 10kg...... It's happens to us all in the end...... Old age ☹️
    2 points
  43. 2 × Phil Jones bass cabinets in pristine condition with covers. Excellent quality lightweight cabs, surplus to requirements. Never gigged, home use only. Will sell separately if required. Collection from YO62 6AG or seller organises own courier. I have all the original packaging. Model CAB-27 Power 200 WATTS RMS Speaker PJB Woofers 2×7". Tweeter 3″ 8Ω 30Hz-15KHz Dimensions 16.5 x 13 x 12.5 inch 415 x 320 x 330 (mm) (W x D x H) Weight 29lbs / 13.1 kg Colour Black
    2 points
  44. Bidirectional audio cable is a load of old bollocks. Consider - an audio signal is AC, centred around 0V, so electrons travel in both directions. A pretty fundamental demolition of the whole idea. However, zero nuts aren't a load of old bollocks. It means that the strings will be raised to a consistent height at the nut end rather than relying on the nut being accurately cut. My Eko 6 acoustic that I've had for at least 40 years has a zero fret and no issues (despite being in regular use). Of the 15 basses and five guitars in my sight, the Sei Flamboyant headless has one, the Cort Space has one, and the aforementioned Eko has one. There's no need on the Warwicks or the two Antoniotsais that I've retrofitted with Just-A-Nuts as they have adjustable nuts. If I remember, in the next couple of days I'll sort out pictures of me and various basses to show neck divingness and hanging position. The comparison of a headed and headless Sei Flamboyant may be useful (might be worth appealing to anyone who owns both headed and headless Statii to do similar).
    2 points
  45. We’re opening this cool festival this afternoon at Seaton Carew.
    2 points
  46. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/186562167470?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=XYe5cK40Q9y&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=hNc7PDPYRJi&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
    2 points
  47. Cheers, all! I’ve never rehearsed so much for anything in my life. I grew up with The Eagles in my DNA. I thought I knew all the ins-and-outs of all the arrangements, but when it came to it… turns out I was wrong. There’s so many little details and surprises hidden away in those songs. We’re lucky in that we’re blessed with a great Don & Glen, and everyone in the band is great crack. It’s good fun.
    2 points
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