hiram.k.hackenbacker

I’ve had a few wireless systems, but I’m currently using the Shure GLX. Tried and tested indoors and out and I would highly recommend it. The previous system I had was the G75 which was also good, but it went through batteries quite quickly. The rechargeable batteries in the Shure body packs are superb. They charge quickly and last for ages. @walshy & @bassfan also speak highly of them.

I didn't discuss the radius with Jon actually and looking back through our conversation, the agreed specs don't mention neck radius. I guess it will be the same as the JJ Burnell Lite Precision. The spec on the Shuker site doesn't mention the radius for that model either. From that, I would assume it's going to be similar JJ's original Fender Precision, whatever that may be?

As someone who has issues with both hands (broke the ring finger on my plucking hand and have tendon issues in my left) I’m always conscious of the angle of my wrist in my left hand and I agree, I wouldn’t tech a bent wrist technique either. I’m not sure Andy Billups (from The Hamsters) is on here, but I’ve seen them many times before and after the issues he had and would never want to be in that position. I remember seeing him for the first time after came back and was in awe of what he was able to do with his new pick technique. One of the most relaxed looking bass players I’ve ever seen is Bryan Beller. He’s exactly how I wish I could feel when I gig. I wouldn’t mind be as capable as him as well 😂.

You sound like my Dad! Do you still use cheque books as well?

Bugger. Wasn’t aware of that. Thanks for posting mate 👍

This definitely 👍 To the OP - The likes of PMT/dv247 etc advertise basses available, but if you buy them they will most likely come from central warehouse stock. They don’t and probably can’t physically hold all of the models on their web site. Don’t be fooled into thinking everything is peachy (excuse the pun) at the store you’ve mentioned. I’ve seen/played some of their very expensive custom shop basses that looked lovely in their photographs. In reality, they had been on hangers in the shop for months and were dusty and not quite as appealing. They had obviously also been played a bit as well.

On the subject of screwdrivers, my wife bought me this inexpensive set and I highly recommend it. It’s been great for just about everything other than neck and bridge screws. Loads of different head options, it’s magnetic and also has a rotating heel so you don’t have to keep releasing it in your palm.

Brilliant Adventures Era 5 will be released on Nov 26. I know, I know, it’s expensive for what it offers but….I didn’t think I would see the day that there would be an official expanded re-release of Bowie at The Beeb recorded in 2000. The original release was just perfectly mixed, absolutely lush and to get more of it is Christmas come early for me. We still seem to be missing two tracks, Ziggy and The Jean Genie. https://shop.davidbowie.com/products/brilliant-adventure-1992-2001-11cd-boxset The ‘Toy’ album is also being released finally. Jan 7th for that one, so a birthday anniversary release. https://shop.davidbowie.com/products/toy-box-3cd-box There also appears to be something significant in the works for 2023.

Given the reason it was made and the time it took to put the whole thing together (music and video produced the same day), I can overlook this one.

I can forgive her that. She only has one leg and knew all the lyrics.

I presume you are using some kind of power block to power them? It was also be helpful to know what pedals you have and the order they are in your signal chain.

Slightly delayed post from Friday’s gig at Fat Lil’s, Witney, Oxfordshire as we stayed there overnight and I have been sorting through the video. A decent sized and enthusiastic crowd as always.

We played Fat Lil's in Witney, Oxfordshire last Friday. They've only just recently opened again due to the slow post-COVID demand. It wasn't packed, but we had a decent sized very enthusiastic crowd who seemed to be very into Bowie. The lady in black you can see dancing has a prosthetic leg and man could she throw some shapes. She knew 99% of all the lyrics too.

I want to like it, but that plate is....odd.

All the music you play may well suit a pick, but a lot of mine doesn’t. I use pick or fingers depending on what the song needs. I assumed that’s what most players did.

I bought one of the first Generation 3 Big Twins. No issues whatsoever and it has travelled a lot!

Having said that, you re-assign the functionality of the switches on BT-200, although I’ve never had to. Might be best having a glance at the manual. https://www.airturn.com/assets/apps/BT200-Family-Manual-English.pdf

I think the Airturn BT200 would do it. It’s a great pedal. The scrolling lyric function is within the app I use though. The BT200 will go to next page. I suppose it depends how big the lyrics are on your pad.

Come on, what was it like then?

I’ve recently looked into getting a Super Swede for an ABBA tribute has yet to get up and running. One of the songs that we’ll have in the set is this one performed by our very own @cetera. Gary was kind enough to share his thoughts on the bass (I know it’s a different model) and I’ll definitely be buying one if the band gets legs. @Frank Blank - do you know if they have other Hagstrom basses in the shop. I’d love to play a Super Swede if they have one.

But that’s the point, there’s something that people are seeing that makes them think they’re PM’ing another member when they’re actually not. Also, the Status Update section allows the >> to other members. It’s a bit weird.

I’ve asked about this as well. One day someone is going to post something sensitive in there thinking it is private when it isn’t.

I saw one at the Palace Theatre. They were really good.

Somebody sent me a phone video clip….