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    There's what looks like an new (unused) Fender hard case to fit a Jazz advertised on York Gumtree for £75. (Says its situated in Kirkstall though, which I assume is Leeds.) Good price for one of these I reckon - they're £132 on Thomann. Worth a look if you're after one. Cheers, Pete.
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    Love my 2 band, love my 3 band too! Bit miffed at selling my mint Sub last week, as I also loved that! Just great reliable basses.
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    I use my Dano Longhorn for country/rock and roll/rootsy gigs. Everything else then its Stingray 2EQ with my own rig, and 3EQ if its anyone else's! Job done.
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    [quote name='largo' post='959298' date='Sep 17 2010, 11:52 AM']For all those that have slated the show, or the bands appearing just what would you prefer? This is a live music show with a mix of tastes/artists/talent and although I don't always like what I hear at least the BBC are trying. So, I'm very interested to hear what these people would prefer?[/quote] +1
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    If the Marshall has been modded that much and is not great cosmetically, don't think its going to be worth the cost of a refurb. Also to get the max from your Carlsbro you'd probably need to have it wire to a 4 ohm load, which wouldnt be in keeping with the spec/era your Marshall dates from (am guessing it would have originally been 16 ohm cab), thus making it even less desirable for vintage freaks. I'd put the money towards a good bass cab, and flog the Marshall as it is - someone may give you a decent price for it,you never know!
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    [quote name='Golchen' post='958153' date='Sep 16 2010, 11:17 AM']I don't watch it as much as I'd like to, but I still think that it's a fascinating window through which you can view a multitude of different styles, approaches and degrees of talent. There was a time years ago when I couldn't stand all the 'cr*p' (my perception at the time) bands that went on. But now I find even the woeful performances have points of interest. Boy are my opinions of music mellowing out in my old age![/quote] +1 Thought it was ok - I usually record it and then skip through. Weakest thing IMO was Phil Collins/Klaxons, best maybe the Manics or Queen Emily? As for Mark Ronson,WTF? I always look forward to this show though - (mostly)100% live performances, lots of acts I would maybe never have found otherwise etc. And I don't think the sound is that bad either (maybe thats just my 52 year old ears...... )
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    8" speakers

    casapete replied to fryer's topic in Amps and Cabs

    [quote name='chris_b' post='955991' date='Sep 14 2010, 01:40 PM']I know someone using the SWR 8x8 cab. He's very loud which is probably why he's blown every speaker over the last 5 years. I wouldn't use 8's.[/quote] I had an SWR Henry 8x8 cab. Used it with GK700 head which suited it fine. Absolutely superb thing, more bass than you'd ever need! Dont forget the reluctance of the bass world to accept 10 inch speakers not that long ago, and now look....... If it had n't been so heavy would still be using it now.( Easier than an 8x10 though ).
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    Fantastic clip, love it. Think the amp is an early 70's Fender Dual Showman head / matching cab. These were basically a Twin Reverb amp section, with the reverb tank in the bottom of the amp cabinet. The cabs were 2x15's, with JBL's being the usual option. Bit of an all round set up - guitar/keys etc, although the cab could be specified with bass spec JBL's too (K140's). Looks like James is using the 'normal' channel (rather than the more guitar friendly 'vibrato' one!)
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    Just sold a MM bass to Jim. Easy transaction / quick payment with no messing and great communications too. Top feller, recommended. Cheers,Pete.
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    Just got back from the show. Some nice basses on Nicks Guitars (of Wetherby) stand (www.nicksguitars.com) Bought a few bits and bobs, watched Jerry Donahue for a while and had something from the 'Pie Menu' in the canteen- (how very Yorkshire is that! ) Can think of worse ways of spending a couple of hours on a Sunday. Anyone else go / buy owt?
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    These were originally marketed as suitable for guitar/keyboards etc as well as bass. Great amps, and a cracking deal too. Bump!
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    Its okay- not as good as the Manchester one maybe,but still worth a look.
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    May be worth a look at this show, usually some basses kicking about as well as good deals on strings and accessories etc. Also Jerry Donahue is performing along with some other live bands. Pudsey Civic Hall, Dawsons Corner,Stanningley,Pudsey LS28 5TA. 10am till 4pm. Cheers, Pete. (Realise this may have been already posted earlier,just thought I'd put up a reminder!)
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    There are regularly fake Gibsons for sale on various sites in the UK which are obviously disregarding numerous trading laws. Even the cases are Gibson branded, and the guitars may easily be mistaken for the genuine article by young/inexperienced players. Seems more than a bit wrong to me, am just amazed they have n't been rumbled yet.
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    Recently bought a cab from Rob. Exactly as described, and he helped with delivery by meeting me at m'way services to do our dodgy deal! Lovely bloke, thoroughly recommended.
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    +1 for the Hartke and Ashdown suggestions above. If it's portability you're after, don't rule out a seperate head and cab as can be more manageable than having all the weight in one unit, and more easily upgradeable too. Also some combos have restrictions on driving extra speakers should you want to add another cab into the mix. S/H definitely best value whatever route you choose, loads of good buys on here. Cheers.
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    [quote name='Ian Savage' post='951747' date='Sep 10 2010, 12:50 PM']Most Warwicks, most headless basses, most coffee-table-top basses, most Yamahas.[/quote] Agreed, although some Yamahas do appeal to me. (And I do have a Hohner B2A too - oops!) Add to the list :- Anything by Status / Warwick / Alembic / Jaydee / Overwater etc. Some 70's period Fenders now masquerading as vintage/cool (despite being heavy ugly& thrown together) Jazz basses with block inlays - wrong! LED's on fingerboards. Anything with too many knobs/switches or sharp bits. Anything with too many strings for me to manage (clue- I'm struggling with 4) Anything that hits the floor when you let go of the neck - whats that about?
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    [quote name='Merton' post='949951' date='Sep 8 2010, 09:44 PM']Aye, Joe's a diamond for sorting this Hope your tour goes well, next time I buy something in Leeds I'll let you know EDIT: and casapete is a geezer for giving us/me the heads up [/quote] My pleasure mate. Can't beat a cracking deal eh?!
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    On the radio now - Eternal, I wanna be the only one! Great uplifting pop tune. Also - California Girls - Beach Boys Higher Love - Steve Winwood Works for me!
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    Use my 63 Precision every now and then, just to remind myself why I can never part with it. Then its back to Stingrays and Danos until I feel the urge again.
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    Staus Groove with fitted case on Leeds Gumtree - £125. Got to be a bargain? Go!
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    .......'superstar but he did n't get far'........ An absolute belter. Although I preferred her Motown era stuff, she continued to make classic recordings after she'd left the label - this tune being one of them, along with 'Come back and finish what you started', 'Best thing that ever happened to me' and 'Baby dont change your mind' (all of which featured great bass lines too). Love 'em.
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    After a lot of agonising have decided to part with my Sub. Its been my spare 'spare' bass for a while now, but am just not using it. Too good to have languishing in its case, so here we are. Its a Jan 2007 model (one of the last made?) so it has the compensated nut, and is finished in teal. I'm the 2nd owner since new, guy who had it before me never used it out of the house. I've only gigged it a few times, so it has had a charmed life till now. Only non-standard thing is the scratchplate,but can include the original with it as well if you want. I prefer the black one thats fitted, so you have the choice. It is in superb condition and order. Nothing on the body/neck/frets, and just a few v.minor marks on the headstock. Fairly recent D'Addarios fitted along with a new Duracell. Plays fine, sounds amazing - just as good as my Stingray, possibly a tad louder/punchier according to my bandmates! Classic 2 band eq works great, simple but very effective. Will include a posh Tribal Planet rigid gigbag too (in v.g.c.), which IIRC cost me around £50. So, a proper (future collectable?) USA made bass in superb condition complete with robust gigbag SOLD! Thanks for looking - cheers Pete.
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