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    Jools Holland and his RnB Orchestra last night at Scunthorpe Baths Hall. Although they are soon playing a venue nearer us, we decided to go to Scunthorpe as it is a better sounding room - I’ve played there a number of times. Also last night they had Imelda May as one of the singers along with Ruby Turner. Strange ‘support’ act from Christopher Holland, younger brother of Jools and Hammond player in his band. He played and sang a number of songs at the front of the stage, all rather underwhelming. He seemed shy / almost embarrassed and it was somehow the wrong start to the show. Then after an interval Jools walked on and started playing, with the rest of the band joining in gradually. Full 10 piece brass section ( 5 saxes, 2 trombones and 3 trumpets) sounded fantastic. Dave Swift his usual brilliant self on upright bass all night too. Gilson’s drums sounded a bit muffled, with the snare having very little top end to it, but maybe that’s how he wants it. The singers were outstanding, especially local girl Sumudu Jayatilaka who was unbelievably good, along with Louise Marshall, Imelda May and legend Ruby Turner. The band played for nearly two hours, finishing with ‘Enjoy yourself’. Great to hear such a brilliant big band in full flow, a very enjoyable and entertaining evening. (Apologies for the naff photo)
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    It’s the same with a lot of things, and more often than not ‘men’s stuff’!! Cameras, watches, cars, motorbikes, clothes, sports equipment, early tech items etc etc. Musical gear has long been a victim of people chasing their youth and hiking prices.
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    Agreed, especially given that some of the models around this time still had bolt on necks.
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    When I first started reading the Melody Maker each week around 1970/71, I remember poring over the musical instrument adverts at the back and seeing some large shop advertising US Strats/Teles/Jazz and Precision basses starting at £199. Maple boards always got charged a premium then ( how things change!) and I’m not sure but I don’t think hard cases were included. Bell’s catalogue was always more pricey as they offered hire purchase terms. My first US Precision cost me £199 s/h from a shop in Leeds - that would have been mid 1980’s. It was a late 70’s job and pretty grim - dead sound and just an uninspiring instrument. I ended up selling it and buying an early Squier 57 Precision in black with a maple neck (and having a lot left over from selling the US one) - wish I’d kept it.
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    I know a few local musos who regularly drive after a jazz cigarette or two, and don’t even think it matters as anything like as much as drink driving. Doing long journeys all over the UK for many years, I’ve witnessed so much bad driving late at night that could only be explained by drink and drugs. It’s certainly appeared to escalate over the last couple of years too.
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    Tests for drug-driving are becoming as frequent as drink-driving in the UK now if all the Channel 5 cop shows are to be believed. I’m sure some regular drug users remain unaware of how long after using them you can be prosecuted for DUI.
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    I did another dep last night at a local rock’n’roll club. Just a 3 piece band, quite a large room and an audience who all want to dance. Played a lot of standards, but also some not so obvious stuff which still went down well. These included a Big Joe Turner medley of ‘Flip flop and fly’ / ‘Lipstick, powder and paint’ and a couple of Elvis tunes - ‘Fool such as I’ and ‘Mess of blues’ which certainly got my walking bass lines moving. I sang Springsteen’s ‘From small things Mama…’ and we finished the night with one of my favourite ever tunes ‘I’m losing you’ by Brenda Lee ( and more recently Paul Carrack.) Used my Dano Longhorn into a Fender Rumble 500 combo, simple but very effective! The regular bassist is unfortunately having some health issues, so I’m expecting some more deps here. It’s a really enjoyable gig and a nice change for me, as well as being just 10 mins away - was home by 11.40pm.
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    Is this still for sale?Cheers.
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    Never tried flats on my Longhorn, so am curious to know what they'll be like. The rounds have been on it a while now, and probably would be too dead for me on another bass but still sound fine on the Dano!
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    Now sold!
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    Exactly this. Also there were a lot more colours offered in the Korean models, as well as the Pro version like mine which is not as vintage accurate as the others - no binding, different controls and upgraded bridge and tuners. Will be using it at a rock’n’roll club tomorrow night. 🙂
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    Great score Paul, looks fantastic mate.
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    Brough area, but do get around a bit!
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    I actually caught this by accident last night, excellent programme! Was on Freeview channel 83 here - worth keeping an eye open for it as these channels often seem to re show stuff at random times.
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    Cheers Stew, it’s a cracking amp. I’ve been slowly reducing my kit since leaving my band, but didn’t have any interest on here for it. Sold my main GK stuff on Marketplace, at what I thought were very reasonable prices. Thought I’d try and buck the trend with this one. 🤞
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    Up for sale is my GK bass amp head. I’ve owned this a few years as a spare for my bigger GK amp, but it’s rarely been used. A few marks here and there but overall in good condition. Sounds excellent, active tone controls and plenty of volume! Not a great deal of difference between this and my old GK 700RB to be honest. Only thing worth mentioning is the missing cap from the on/off switch. It works fine, but have to use a fingernail or the tip of your guitar jack plug lead to operate it. I’ve tried to source the part, but GK have recently swapped distributors in the UK so will take a while to obtain one from the US. Price is reduced accordingly, although in real terms you don’t need to get a replacement unless it bothers you - amp works 100% as it is. One of these sold recently on eBay for £175, I have it advertised elsewhere at £125 but for the BC Collective I'll let it go for just £100. Bargain or what?!! Cash on collection greatly preferred - amp is in the Brough area of East Yorkshire. Possible help with delivery (depending where and when etc) for my fuel costs. May also post in the UK, cost and method to be your responsibility please. I can pack it up well. Not interested in trades thanks, just downsizing my stuff! Specs are - Output - 300 watts @ 4 ohms / 200 watts @ 8 ohms 4 band active EQ Adjustable contour Effects loop Boost valve effect Overdrive (footswitchable) XLR output with ground and pre/post switch Tuner out 2 x 1/4 inch jack speaker outputs 17”wide / 3-1/2” high / 12” deep Weight - 16lbs.
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    He took over from Brian Jones in The Stones. You young ‘uns can’t be expected to know I suppose…..😅
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    Jools Holland and his R’n’B orchestra this Friday in Scunthorpe. Looking forward to seeing singers Imelda May and Ruby Turner, although of course I’ll also be keeping an eye on the wonderful bass playing of Dave Swift. Also not long to seeing Sheryl Crow and her amazing band at Halifax in June.
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    Gallien Krueger speakon to speakon cable, as supplied with their cabinets. Approx 2.3 metres in length. To operate your GK 700RB or 1001RB amp in full bi-amp mode, you need this 4-conductor speakon cable. However, I've used mine in full range mode whilst using this cable too, so just adds the bi-amp option if you want it. New these are around £35 , so a bargain at a tenner. NOW SOLD. Cheers.
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    Agreed, a great venue. Hope you have a good one!
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    Saw this, very watchable. Tonight at 10pm their guest is Cyndi Lauper.
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    I have one of these too, and it’s one of the best acoustics I’ve ever played. (Mine is a bit more beaten up than yours though. 😦)
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    I still have a small Spanish guitar my Gran brought me back from a Spanish holiday around 1966. That’s the instrument that started me on this road. I’ve had my 63 Precision for getting on 40 years now, and can’t see me ever parting with it. Had my Precision Lyte for around 14 years, and done nearly 800 gigs with it. ( Bought a near identical one as a spare not long after but haven’t used it so maybe time to move that one on soon. ) Still got a 59 Les Paul Junior I’ve had for around 35 years, again a keeper. Also a 57 Strat USA reissue for about 20 years now. Couple of years ago I sold a late 60’s Marshall 18 watt combo I’d had over 45 years ( I think) as I had an offer for it I couldn’t refuse.
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    Want to just save time and ship it straight up to me Paul? 🤣 Need pics as soon as it is cleaned and fettled please.
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    I did a similar thing with a Dan Armstrong Orange Squeezer, as used by Mark Knopfler and Steely Dan. Bought it for around £25, and sold it for £200 just before the (inferior) reissues came out. Also sold my 80’s Tube Screamer to a dealer a couple of years ago. Think it cost me around £30 new back then, got £250 for it.
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