Kev

Iv been a click away a couple of times, but I think I would just be buying it because it's a Darkglass. The sound samples just don't tempt me. The You're Doom is a different matter, that looks right up my street. But I would like to give the vintage deluxe a go...

If I was getting one, it would be from the US although they are now offering free shipping...

Thomann have it up https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CEoQFjAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thomann.de%2Fgb%2Fdarkglass_microtubes_vintage_deluxe.htm&ei=7KPlUorYIYqu7Aa1poDwBQ&usg=AFQjCNFOKbeFgsjC8ONHLrVelrlln_Tu1w&bvm=bv.59930103,d.ZGU £40 cheaper than the B7K.

[quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1390765427' post='2349281'] Thanks Kev, she's in for repairs at moment with McIntyre guitars in Edinburgh. Getting an intermittent popping noise which I cant locate. Chris comes very highly rated so will see how we get on. I've had it from new in 1989 and still not a mark on it. Has only done a few gigs back in 90's and occasional studio work. Dave [/quote] Awesome, my SSII is currently with a luthier getting a pro setup, terrified of truss rods when they don't just turn smoothly!

Nice thumb!!

Depends on the type of pickup really. Generally, active pickups (EMG types) need to be as close to the strings as your technique will allow. Other pickups, back them away from the strings until you no longer feel the vibration is being impeded by the magnetic field.

Nothing sounds like a Stingray, even though it may look like the Corvette could be similar. They are very different instruments so it is difficult to recommend anything for you. Have you played a $$?

I'll get in line

Nice definition of GAS there .

any sign of a release date? This just sounds awesome.

Iron Ether Subterrenea has a Sawtooth mode as I remember it?

[quote name='GremlinAndy' timestamp='1390356430' post='2344532'] Love the vintage sound, hate the b3k. my b3k sits unused.... Might try the new vintage, just because the vintage tone suits my ear, and adding a bit more versatility/tweak-ability can't hurt. [/quote] Wish I had the cash to let a £200 pedal sit unused! . It is too metallic for some I'm sure, but the B7K and it EQ is a huge step up and it's hands down the best bass overdrive for me. The vintage I disliked as the tone I found very ordinary and too much like what is already out there, certainly not a pedal I want £200 invested in. perhaps the EQ on the deluxe will have the same result as the b7K!

He also likes his strings very fresh, which will also help. He doesn't use too much in the way of effects, at all. All the tone is in the Jazz and those fingers.