paul_5

[quote name='Oopsdabassist' timestamp='1418751813' post='2632982'] Fastest way to learn is get in with a band, seriously more fun and steeper learning curve than playing along at home or taking lessons, but so much more rewarding. [/quote] This.

I was playing in a band with a pianist/singer, keyboardist and live drummer. It was the early '90s and I didn't have to worry about stepping on a guitarist's toes. I learned a LOT about playing up the dusty end pretty quickly.

I got them, but 2 and 3 had me thinking for a bit... Now I need a sit down.

My first [i]proper[/i] amp was an AH150 into an 1153 cab - brilliant (particularly as I was playing a 5 at the time). Plenty of low end with just enough sparkle up the top to cut through. I then augmented the rig with a 2103H which (as far as I remember) didn't really add that much tonally. Shortly after I got an Ampeg SVP PRO and just ran through that into the 'power amp in' on the TE head. Nice. I've now got an SWR SM400 (modified) that is just the [i]balls[/i].

Jazz Piano

The guitar.

I used to run my VT1 EQ on 12v and it was lovely. What's more important is the polarity of the PSU - they run on centre positive, whereas most 'Boss style' pedals are centre negative.

[quote name='Rumple' timestamp='1418296902' post='2628865'] Yes I think a DHA would suit you down to the ground, I've had a couple an really like them, top quality valve pre amps, ultimately I moved mine on because of the 18v power supply they need and I'm not keen on the hand painted look of them. [/quote] They run on 9v too, they're just a bit dirtier.

Best thread I've ever red. Good work everyone!

You *did* state that it's a demo though. Unless you want to use it to publicise your band, instead of just help folks remember the arrangement, then I wouldn't worry about it.

[quote name='Sonic_Groove' timestamp='1418214566' post='2627997'] How to play solo's without thinking? Practice, Practice, Practice [/quote] This.

Slayer's tattooed guitar-botherer Kerry King has no royal connections.

Yup, just bang 'em!

We mostly do originals, but the covers that we stick in are: The Trooper, Hallowed be Thy Name, 22 Accacia Avenue - Iron Maiden Green Manalishi, Breaking the Law, Helion/Electric Eye - Judas Priest ROCK!!!!

Taylor Swift is actually really slow at sewing.

Pleased to report that the HBA did really well last night. Ran it into a super-clean SWR head and it growled like a good 'un, the blend control is your best friend!

Had a [i]lot[/i] of fun with my Hartke Bass Attack last night.

I love my Hydrive 410. The external fittings (casters, feet and tolex) are quite flimsy, but tge cab itself will take anything I can throw at it. My SWR sm400 head can deliver a serious amount of bass and the hydrive copes with it admirably.

It's just as Skol33 says: RAM, RAM, RAM. Also, don't record to your boot drive (generally this one has your DAW installed on it too) - laptops are generally 5400rpm, and the access times are sluggish - particularly when you're pulling several tracks of at least CD quality all at the same time. External firewire/SSD is recommended for that sort of stuff.

Good hunting Sir! Nice little amp (and bass) you've got there!

Playing a charity/multiple band setup on Saturday (I know, but this one is an exception); it's the only pedal I'm taking…

I wouldn't imagine I'd be too happy - I don't think he'd know our stuff.

I'd recommend using a permanent marker to mark the factory setting before you moves 'em.