AnalogBomb

Interesting. I suppose you've always got the option to change the sound (ie: new pickups and so on,) if you don't like it. I think having thunk about it I'm more of a looks bloke! But the sound is important - and here I go again......

I've been thinking about this recently, so just thought I'd post it and see what other people thought?? We all know that feeling when we're in the market for a new axe, or just window shopping and you see that bass and think, that is pure gorgeous craftsmanship? But what is it that attracts us to a particular model? With me, I love the shape of Jazz basses and have done for god knows how long! Just so happens I really like the sound too! But recently I've been thinking about adding to my collection and have been looking at various basses and reading reviews and so on. I can't however, drag myself away from the way it looks. For example, I've been reading various reviews whereby people swear by the sound of a bass, but to me it looks awful but sounds awesome. What I'm trying to say is, do people go for looks, sound or a combinations of both. I love the sound and warmth of Warwick basses, but cant stand the looks! I'd love a Sadowsky, but although they have a Jazz-esque shape, I just can't get used to the lines on the body! Am I mental?!?

All great suggestions above. I suppose it depends how much you want to spend? I personally love Ashdown gear. I've got an ABM EVO ii 500 combo and for what I do (small to medium gigs) it's awesome. Some of the lower end ashdown stuff can be a bit limited, in my opinion, but just get a SansAmp and all your problems will be solved. Truely awesome bit of kit.

All fixed now! Works like a treat! Thanks for all the help.

[quote name='bumnote' post='996172' date='Oct 21 2010, 05:21 PM']hope this helps[/quote] Legend! Thats a massive help! Cheers!

[quote name='EBS_freak' post='996059' date='Oct 21 2010, 03:32 PM']I think the problem is that he can't find the lamp in the amp to replace![/quote] Cheers for the responses guys, but you're right, I can't find the bulb to replace it!

Hi All, Just wondered if anyone could tell me where to find the bulb that lights up the VU meter on an Ashdown ABM EVO ii 500? I've looked high and low for the little blighter and can't find it anywhere! The lovely guys at Ashdown sent me new bulb as mine decides when it wants to light up but having had the meter gauge and head out, it remains illusive! Thanks!

No Problem! I usually leave the obligatory myspace link! It's [post="0"]www.myspace.com/analogbombs[/post] Cheers.

Ha, I know! I really do love the guitar. But you know how it is, I used to play a lot in Leeds and it's full of musical snobs! I shall be proud! Cheers.

Hi All, Just registered on the forum after reading loads of useful posts regarding various Bass related issues! I've been playing Bass for about 11 years now. I currently play a Squire (don't hate me!) Vintage Modified Jazz. I must say, in all honesty, I love that guitar! Loaded with Duncan Design Pickups, it sounds awesome! I'd like a Jazz one day, but funds are hard to come by these days! As I'm sure you know. I curently play through an Ashdown ABM EVO ii 500 combo, wouldn't play anything else. Incredible. I've got a Bass V Amp simulator which boosts my sound and gives that bit of extra punch. I play in an Indie/Ska outfit, which is great fun and my sound fits in really well! Well, thats me, I look forward to talking with you all!