mcnach

Another gig with the BigBaby2, and it just continues to amaze me. I meant to use both Compact and BB2 together, with my MarkBass LMIII, but I only had one speakon cable in my case so I used only the BB2. I would have liked just a *tiny* bit more volume (we were pretty loud today, pub gig), but it did manage. Not only that, it sounded really good. I love this cab. It's got a very focused sound, good midrange, with girth, enough bottom end... every note comes out with definition and enough fatness. Fantastic cab!

[quote name='Jazzneck' timestamp='1397386935' post='2423376'] The Doc sopplied a perfect plate in Red Pearl! [/quote] That means nothing without pictures, you know?

... and a John East U-Retro preamp ordered for this bass. This is the bass I would never have as my absolute favourite, but it's still the bass I can't think I'd ever sell. It's a beast! In a good way.

... and how long has it been now? I still haven't changed the strings. They get better as they get older! So, those of you who removed them because they hated them... I'd happily give you a beer token or two for yours One thing I'm doing is change the pickups. I do like their sound, and I was reluctant to replace them, but they are a bit too "coarse" (hard to describe sounds, eh?). I get beautiful fingerstyle sounds, but when I alternate with slap it's just not nice at all. Some of you will argue "that's the problem right there, don't slap!" but I'll just stick my tongue out at them So I have a set of black DiMarzio Model J coming that I will try and see how it goes. I did not want something too "vintagey" and I have other basses that do that, and the Model J, from my recollection, have the right amount of girth and "darkness", which I think would be good on this bass... We will see.

[quote name='Horizontalste' timestamp='1397256944' post='2422371'] I'm glad your happy, but I wouldn't have covered that lovely finish. But it's different strokes for different folks as always, enjoy your bass. [/quote] it's like the body of a beautiful woman... there are times when you want to admire it naked, but it's nice to cover just enough and hint at what's underneath

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1397252311' post='2422344'] Good job, looks just like it was made for the bass! [/quote] odd that, eh?

There's no tape holding it yet, the fit was nearly perfect (and whatever inaccuracy there is, it's my fault and my template's not the Bass Doc's, just to be clear!). There is a bit of a gap, tiny, on the bridge pickup and neck pickup, as it is, but I can centre it really well once I put some sticky tape underneath. Better fit than many "original parts" for MusicMan and Fender basses!

Well, it's done: Thanks, Bass Doc!

Tim bought my EHX Bass Big Muff deluxe. Very pleasant communications and smooth as it can be. Nice guy! Thanks Tim, I hope you enjoy your pedal!

[quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1397073303' post='2420466'] Wow, that's three NUF bassists on basschat, as LawrenceH was in the band too. I'm playing guitar, but I guess it would have been Farhad while you were there. It's a fun band musically, nice and eclectic. Regarding the political angle, I toyed with the idea of getting one of these t-shirts for gigging. It's perhaps a good thing that I didn't... [/quote] I so want one!!!!!!!!!!!!

[quote name='Meddle' timestamp='1397067720' post='2420376'] Didn't realise New Urban Frontier were still on the go. Gigged with them a bit when I was in college. Seemed a bit more politically intense than I was up for at the time, but the music was interesting. Good luck with the hunt. [/quote] The lyrics are definitely politically intense but I'm not particularly political (I hate all humans equally, regardless which system of government they prefer ) and it was not a problem I have only been with them since June last year, but yes, they've recently celebrated the 5th anniversary of the band. If I could clone myself, or found a way to extend the day to have 3-4 extra hours, I'd definitely stay with the band.

Here's the thing: I own a Barefaced BigBaby2 and a Compact (2nd Gen). I'd love to compare it to two BB2 together. If you own a BB2 and would also like to check two together, or a BB2 plus a Compact, and are reasonable near Edinburgh, send me a PM and we can sort something out. There must be someone

I am having to give up my dear New Urban Frontier, and although I'm still around and I'm willing play the next few gigs, it would be good to get a replacement asap. To listen to what NUF sounds like: [url="https://soundcloud.com/newurbanfrontier"]https://soundcloud.com/newurbanfrontier[/url]