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casapete

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  1. Always done it as well, never had a problem. Reminded me of this too! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8OYeN9mAL4
  2. Still a cracking deal for someone though surely? Sold my SVT rig for a grand over 20 years ago, still miss it.
  3. I thought it was fantastic. Great film with lots of interesting location shots, totally absorbing.
  4. Just checked - this is on [b]Saturday[/b] 19th, Channel 4 at 11pm. http://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-rolling-stones-ole-ole-ole
  5. You definitely need some way of playing along with songs / tracks to make sense of what you're doing. I use a small mixer for both recorded stuff and my bass, and then into headphones. Lines which sound dull and uninspiring come alive when put into context.
  6. [quote name='Chienmortbb' timestamp='1479047369' post='3173498'] The driver is one one aspect of the design. The cabinet is as much if not more, that is why some of the boutique makers charge so much. Add to that they are made in the developed world, not the far east and in many cases are pushing the designs, and supporting the customer, in ways that major manufacturers are not. And of course if you don't like the price but the cheaper one. [/quote] Take your point, but my Peavey was made from US components, and assembled in the UK (Corby?). Some 1x12 cabs with a r.r.p. of nearly a grand do make me wonder TBH.
  7. Really sorry to hear this. Visited the shop a couple of months ago for the first time, and was well impressed with the stock and the friendly staff. A sad sign of the times.
  8. Agree with the keeping it simple approach. Sometimes doesn't need to be even root/5th, just root/root!! Lots of skill in not overplaying and thinking about exactly where to put the notes in each bar so as not to lose the groove. I love it....
  9. Selling my GK RB1001 II amp head, complete with SKB X rack 4U case and Korg DTR BL rackmount tuner. The amp puts out a nice 700 watts into 4 ohms / 450 watts into 8 ohms plus 50w tweeter amp into 8 ohms. Not stupidly heavy either at 8.2kg. Sounds great, with excellent tone shaping. It works brilliantly with my GK Neo 410 cab, either biamped or full range. The amp has recently been serviced and is functioning 100%. It is in very good condition, with only some very small marks which are hard to find. I have two of these, and this one has been my 'spare' head for a while now, having always been housed in the SKB case that is included. As with all the GK amps I've ever had, it has never once let me down. It comes with a Korg rackmounted tuner, which again works perfectly and is in excellent condition. The case has some wear but nothing serious and does the job well. Amp specs here [url="https://www.gak.co.uk/en/gallien-krueger-1001-rb-ii/2644?gclid=CPb92JHoltACFUKfGwod7-wFuQ"]https://www.gak.co.u...CFUKfGwod7-wFuQ[/url] Case details here [url="https://www.studiospares.com/Accessories/Cases-Rack/SKB-X-Rack-4U-Shallow-Rack_406190.htm"]https://www.studiosp...Rack_406190.htm[/url] Tuner details here [url="https://www.gak.co.uk/en/korg-dtr-1000-bl-rackmount-tuner/3718"]https://www.gak.co.u...ount-tuner/3718[/url] New prices for these items are approximately £745 for the amp / £99 case / and probably around the same for a newer model tuner, so you're potentially getting £950 gear for £350 which is a cracking deal. I would much prefer not to post this, preferring either collection from Hessle ( near Hull in East Yorkshire ) or a meet up somewhere. I get around a bit with my band too, so that's a possible - during November I'm in Edinburgh, Dorking, Stamford, Glasgow and Billingham! Pics hopefully here! Got more which I can send - PM me your email if interested. Cheers, Pete. [url="http://s1086.photobucket.com/user/basspete/library/Gallien%20Krueger%201000RBII?sort=3&page=1"]http://s1086.photobu...I?sort=3&page=1[/url]
  10. Seeing as someone mentioned Mr Buble, have you heard this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgmFXye1FLc Possibly one of the worst covers I've encountered in recent years. He seems like a lovely guy, and can obviously sing well, but come on, really? Back to Sir Cliff, agree with the previous comments re diction etc. That's just how he does it though. And the guitar sound certainly doesn't help too.... His back catalogue is formidable though, and has some gems from all his decades of recording.
  11. Nice! Must be okay to follow your previous rig too.
  12. Blimey, crazy pricing if correct. Someone I know has one for sale, and it came via Amazon for a silly price, so could be right. Will try to find out more details. Cheers.
  13. Was just wondering if anyone here has any experience of APC basses, made I believe in Portugal. Particularly the electro acoustic models such as this one - https://www.amazon.co.uk/APC-BG-Luthier-MX-CW/dp/B00VEAUNYI/ref=sr_1_22?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1477480063&sr=1-22&keywords=APC+bass I'd never seen / heard of them until today. Cheers Pete.
  14. 73 is no age either. Always loved his version of 'Take good care of my baby', one of Carole King's best pop songs. RIP.
  15. Seen Chuck many times. At one of the London Jazz and Blues Festivals at Ally Pally in the 70's, I was fortunate to be stageside. 2 mins before he was due onstage, he arrived with his guitar case in one hand, briefcase (presumably containing the fee) and mac in the other. As he was announced, the band started playing and he took the Gibson 355 out of the case, slung it on and walked onstage. Started playing, despite the guitar being rather out of tune. Took him a couple of songs to sort it, then went on to play a killer set. probably exactly 60 mins long as per the contract etc. Jimmy Marsala has been Chuck's bassist for over 40 years, and often directs the band as well as looking after Mr Berry. At one gig after they began a song, he had the unenviable task of sidling up to Chuck and inform him they'd already played that one a few minutes earlier. Chuck apologised to the audience and went straight into another song in an unrelated key, leaving the pick up band floundering. Happens a lot apparently. I love the Bruce Springsteen story from the 'Hail Hail Rock n Roll'. His band were waiting backstage to play for Chuck, with no word of setlist etc. Bruce finally plucks up the courage& knocks on his dressing room door. When he asked Chuck what songs they were going to be playing, the reply was - "Well son, tonight we'll be doing some Chuck Berry songs"!! We did a couple of Chuck's songs last night at my gig in his honour, and they went down a storm.
  16. Chuck has n't been truly on form live for quite a while now IMO, but still keeps going. ( Not the only veteran performer who should perhaps contemplate retirement either ,by a long chalk.) As Bruce Springsteen recently remarked though -[b] the[/b] most important writer of the rock n roll generation.
  17. C-Audio GB 202 Power amplifier. 2x200 watts @4 ohms. Very good condition overall, been in a rack case most of it's life. Well regarded British designed amp, suitable for many uses. There are a couple currently on ebay for £149 and £169, so this is a bargain! Prefer not to post, amp is in East Yorkshire near Hull. I do get around a bit with my band though, so meet up in near future possible at Newcastle, Dorking, York, Penistone, Stoke, Southport or Edinburgh!! Cheers, Pete. Hopefully pics here! - [url="http://s1086.photobucket.com/user/basspete/library/C%20Audio%20GB202?sort=3&page=1"]http://s1086.photobu...2?sort=3&page=1[/url] Some tech stuff here for the whole GB range. Benefits of the GB Series • Simple reliable design • Heavy duty PSU incorporating oversized Toroidal transformer • Clip Limiter and Subsonic Filters • Efficient Forced Air Cooling System • All Aspect Protection Circuitry • Electronically Balanced inputs • Extended Capability via AMPSAP Protocol GB202 Into 8 Ohms 145W Into 4 Ohms 200W Into 2 Ohms 250W GB402 Into 8 Ohms 260W Into 4 Ohms 400W Into 2 Ohms 570W GB602 Into 8 Ohms 370W Into 4 Ohms 600W Into 2 Ohms 840W Power Ratings The GB Series breaks new ground in affordable power. Primarily intended as a competitively priced, reliable and powerful work horse for the musical instrument market, the GB Series has quickly established itself as a must have amongst touring musicians. Such is the quality and practicality of the range that it has also found favour amongst a wide range of users including discos, clubs, bars, venues, theatre installers and cinema sound specifiers. The implementation of the AMPSAP protocol means that sophisticated internally fitted system controllers are available to drive active loudspeaker systems. The GB Series may be bridged externally for higher power mono operation. Cost-effective high performance power amplifiers Technical Specifications Power Ratings GB202 GB402 GB602 Measured per channel, both channels driven at 1kHz to no more than 0.1% THD+N 8 Ohms 145Wrms 260Wrms 370Wrms 4 Ohms 200Wrms 400Wrms 600Wrms 2 Ohms 250Wrms 570Wrms 840Wrms Note: 2 Ohm capability is thermally limited Bridged Mono 8 Ohms 400Wrms 800Wrms 1200Wrms Measured per channel, both channels driven at 1kHz to no more than 1% THD+N 8 Ohms 155Wrms 275Wrms 400Wrms 4 Ohms 225Wrms 445Wrms 670Wrms 2 Ohms 260Wrms 610Wrms 880Wrms Note: 2 Ohm capability is thermally limited Sensitivity 0.725Vrms 1.025Vrms 1.26Vrms (for full rated power at 4 Ohms) Frequency Resp. 10Hz-40kHz, +0/-1dB Damping Factor >200 (ref. 8 Ohms) Hum and Noise -100dB (ref. rated 4 Ohm power, 20-20kHz) Channel Separation 60dB at 1kHz Slew Rate 17V per microsecond Rise Time 5 microseconds Input Impedance 20 kOhm balanced Input Connectors Female XLR & Male parallel out (pin2 Hot) Subsonic filters 12dB/oct, 30Hz/15Hz/OFF Clip Limiter Linear Optocoupler Output Connectors Tamper Proof Binding posts Output Circuit Type Bipolar Class AB Power Requirement 100-120 or 220-240Vac±20% 50/60Hz Weight - Net 13Kg 14Kg 15Kg 30lbs 31lbs 33lbs Shipping - Gross 17Kg 18Kg 19Kg 37lb 38lbs 42lbs Dimensions 483mm x 320mm x 133mm (3U) 19in x 12.6in x 5.25in (3 rack units)
  18. Any Motown classic tunes really, but for me it's either the Four Tops "I'm in a different world" or the Jackson 5's "I want you back". These are just today's choices though........
  19. casapete

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    Just bought an amp from Will. Top fella, quick and easy transaction. Cheers Will, all the best mate. Pete.
  20. My bass (P-Lyte) has one volume control for both pickups, and a blend control to balance them. Works a treat. I mainly use it for muting the bass between songs, but also to turn it down for quieter passages in some material, so it gets a lot of hammer. Bass still sounds best full on though
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