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I think Trace Elliot stuff typifies the issue. Everyone knows that it’s great, but now sadly simply isn't feasible for many people due to it’s weight and bulk and therefore can be had for a song. Was used by everyone back in the day, from pub bands to stadium gigs, but nowadays only the die hard TE fans still using it. Will probably outlive them too.

Definitely white for me ( and with the original bridge too…😆)

Seen Albert a lot over the years, lovely guy. Despite his crazy guitar skills, I actually love to hear him sing and play the piano. Rodney Crowell’s song ‘Till I gain control again’ is one of his best.

My thoughts exactly. Just wondered if there was a story behind the bass that someone on here may know about. My knowledge of stuff like this is non existent!

Just watching some 60’s stuff on TV, and saw Manfred Mann doing ‘Fox on the run’ with Klaus Voorman on bass circa 1968. He was playing what looked like an 8 string - found these pics on Google, and it says Vox on the headstock. I’ve never seen one like this, and it does look a bit ‘customised’ so just wondered if anyone could verify what it is?

Agreed, but would think that (despite the popularity of Helix / FRFR / IEM's etc) a lot of players ( maybe the majority?) on here do still use their amp and cab on every gig, for whatever purpose ( FOH or via PA etc).

Nice one - a great venue too.

I disagree - don't think I'm the only bassist who uses their amplification as an integral part of 'their sound', same as if you are using any tone shaping kit such as a Helix / pedals etc. Even more so on smaller gigs where the bass isn't in the PA?

Both common issues. We do ‘Take it easy’ in my country band and never as per the Eagles original recording, and nobody has ever picked us up on it. I’d be inclined to think the original isn’t ‘wrong’, just depends on the count in I think.

As well as OBBM I’ve also used ClearTone Cables - good quality and prices. www.award-session.com

I think they were, forgotten about those. Great basses and well priced at the time.

The MIM Road Worn stuff was nitro, as was the MIM Classic 60’s Lacquer series - both do appear for sale s/h but not very often I’m afraid. Good luck with your search.

You should have kept that bit quiet, then you could have sold them in pairs on here as ‘tone weights’ and made a fortune.😆

I saw Rich a few years ago, and he did his Country alter ego Otis Lee Crenshaw for most of the show. Brilliant performer and a very clever guy.

Just starting on BBC2 now - The Stones and Brian Jones, a new documentary.

Played with local rock band Rebel on Friday night at The Sun Inn, Beverley. I was depping for their bass player who was at a wedding, but managed to turn up in time for our 2nd set! Fortunately he didn't see the first - few technical problems threw the band a bit off kilter but they pulled it back after a few songs. Some good mates in the band, including ex-Bowie drummer John Cambridge who played so well. John is probably my favourite drummer to play with - solid as a rock, straight and unfussy style but very musical with a great feel. The sets were all dad rock stuff, which is what the near capacity crowd wanted. Plenty of dancing and singing, as well as catching up with a few musos I'd not seen for a while as well as Jan who is the guitarist in 'The ELO Experience' with me. Shame I was driving as it was just one of those great gigs when a few beers would have been very welcome. The landlord was well pleased, and also asked if I wanted some gigs there with my acoustic duo, so a worthwhile evening all round. The Sun Inn is a proper music pub, and well supported by many regulars who appreciate it.

I have the same Rumble combo, and use the XLR line out regularly with no problems. Great amp!

When playing small venues with my acoustic duo, I just plug my acoustic electric bass straight into the jack input on the mixer amp channel, taking care to set the input gain control correctly. Never had any problems, and have once used my passive electric bass this way too. A DI box or a DI from an amp is better as you can use the XLR input ( which is sometimes all a mixer may have, and does give a better sound.) With care there is no harm in trying both methods to see what suits you best.

Nice rig, although I think I’d have trouble with the (presumably guitarist’s) Vox combo at head height? 🤨

Beat me to it. Sir Tom is an amazing singer, even now at the ripe old age of 82. Saw him a few years ago and was blown away by his voice - not just the power of it but perfectly in tune throughout a two hour set. Amazing. I’d also have to add Whitney Houston to the list. Again, not just a powerful voice but also that rare ability to control it whatever the pitch, from a whisper to a full on roar. Saw her in concert and couldn’t believe how incredible she was.

Played at a nice village coronation event on the Yorkshire Wolds yesterday afternoon. Rather boomy sound in the room - high ceiling and shiny flooring, but we managed okay. Plenty of requests though nothing unusual, so an easy couple of hours. Home by 7pm so happy days. Rock and roll……🤣

I have the same Ibanez bass and love it! However, I believe that the only strings that work well on this model are the D’Addario ones you mention , that were originally designed for the Taylor GS mini bass. Think it’s something to do with string construction / tension for the very short scale length? (bronze wound over a multi filament core. ) It looks like the original set ( EXPPBB190G) are either in short supply or have been superseded by the XTB3790GS set, which are currently in stock at Bax Music for £35. Think Amazon sell them too along with other retailers.

Tonight (Wednesday) at 10.40pm on Sky Arts - The Story of The Jam.

I’ve had Dupuytrens for around 10 years now, and it has only slightly worsened over that time. No known history of it in the family either, and hadn’t heard of it until mine started. A doctor friend told me that the NHS don’t even consider surgery until it has reached a point where the hand has lost it’s ability to function , but that was a while ago so things may have ( hopefully ) changed. The actor Bill Nighy is a famous Dupuytrens sufferer. I believe he chose to not have remedial surgery, and seems to manage fine with his acting roles. Apparently the condition is fairly common with orchestral string players too. I hope your condition stabilises and you can continue to play. I’m in my mid 60’s, and play around 150 gigs a year still, so it may not necessarily mean yours will be unmanageable too. All the best.