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Is it not quite expensive in comparison to the standard version. Watched a few demo's of her using it. Sounded good but never sure if that's down to her, the bass or the amp she's using. So many variables when you watch a Youtube clip. Dave

I remember seeing that bass and did think about it just for the prestige of owning a Neil Murray bass. Dave

Nice history there @jonsebass. Neil and Jack Bruce were my main influences. Neil mainly from his Whitesnake and Cozy Powell projects but also his Colloseum II work. When Neil left Whitesnake i stopped following them. The bass went from being a feature in the sound to a background bass. The bass became much the same as any other rock bands of that era and style of music. I tend to buy albums where the bass is noticeable in the mix. For me no-one does a rock bass line like Neil and he's such a nice guy. Dave

Both stunning basses. Not seen many of the natural ones. Had i been in the market i would have taken that natural one but alas my Mesa rig has cleared my bass funds 😂 GLWTS Dave

Love playing Kansas songs. Was a big fan back in 70's / 80's.

My curiosity has been answered above. I'm intrigued. Dave

I've been lucky with current band who all share same interest in what we want to do within this band. We have kept in touch on Zoom meets thru the past year, got some rehearsals in when we were allowed, took on a new femle backing singer who sings in drummers other band and we rehearsed last week first time in 8mths. It went really well and a lot better than we expected. Before covid we had gone thru a few changes. The core 4 that started the band have all been constant but we wanted keys to help fill the sound out a bit. We tried 3 or 4 different keys players, all good in their own way but had different outlook to us and either left or were kicked out for being a complete plonker in every other way. (I just didn't like him) Last year we invited Lynn from drummers band into one of our rehearsals just to let her get singing again. She learned lots of the songs just for that days fun. It wasn't a serious rehearsal but a freebie in a friends very large house with function room. We couldn't believe the difference the female backing vocals made to our songs and we all agreed that this was more important than trying to find another keys player. We have adapted to the point oue existing singer now plays guitar in some songs and our guitarist who is very multi-talented now plays the more important keys parts. Covid has helped push us down this route to improve as a band. Not sure we would have taken on the backing singer and others taking on other instrument parts had we not experienced Covid lockdowns. I'm still waiting on my other rock covers band to make their minds up what and when they want to start up again. I'm new to this bands current line up but played with singer and guitarist few yrs ago. Dave

I saw that earlier today on Youtube and left my comments. Had no idea it was from one of our very own BC'ers. Dave

CAUGHT .............

I use a make up brush to remove dust from my basses if required. Usually done when i change strings and polish the bass top to bottom (i got it from my wife before anyone makes any untoward insinuations 😁) On hindsight if the basses have dust on them then the speaker cones must too. I shall investigate further 😂 Nahhhh i'll look to see but cant see me cleaning them. Dave

No and never given it a thought in 40+ yrs. To be fair my bass gear is kept in my bass cave and door closed at all times. Only person that goes in on a regular basis is me. My wife occasionally goes in if using the filing cabinet or printer we have. No cats allowed in that room so my speakers are usually quite dust free whenever i've looked at them but its not something i've specifically made a point of looking at. Cabs that are not in use at home are usually stored with their respective covers. Dave

What Ashdown cabs are you using now @Lozz196 ? I had an Asdown set up 115 and 210 Deep cabs and they were ok but a little muddy for me. Did try a 610 tho and that sounded pretty nice. Dave

First rehearsal in 8mths and used my Mpulse and new Subway cabs. Unbelieveable is the only wat to describe it. All the depth of the PH212 but the mids to high end a lot more focused. I did bring the mids up after Agedhorse mentioned the Mpulse is naturally mid-scooped but i believe the 210 cab was doing the work. The 115 produced a lot more low end and i had to back the bass control on the bass back to centre position. All other amp settings same as had for the PH212. The interesting thing about this rig is that no matter where i stood i could feel and hear the bass clearly. Maybe helped with the rig being slightly taller but any other lightweight cabs i've had the low end drops off completely when you stand in front of the rig but not with this. I was worried the warmth and depth of the PH212 might not be there with the lightweight cabs but it was the opposite. To round up the tone was deep, rounded and warm with nice clarity in the mid registers. Doing 70's Glam Rock covers so everything from Sweet to T.Rex, Bowie, ABBA and Roxy Music the rig coped without issue. I was using my Roland Mfx to switch between clean and Ric tones i have set up and the Ric tone i use mainly to capture a more live sound for certain songs. Superb day. Cant wait for my TT800 to arrive and no more heavy amp racks to carry about and load into car. Dave

If you flicked them over to cold setting it created a more natural by-pass. Not strictly "true by-pass" but a close second. I think it might be worth you buying one to see how you get on. A full review and report on your findings might be a worthwhile exercise. Dave

And produced a warm feel to his tone. The Tumble driers also left a warm yet fluffy tone. Not sure what tone i preferred between them.😂 Dave

Geddy used Ampeg rigs for live work in early years. Farewell to Kings era you can see them on stage, Before that he used Sunn and Traynor. I know he was into GK amps at one point but cant remember the era. Dave

That's a great memory to have. My first experience was hearing 2112. I saw a list of new bands in Sounds or NME in 76 incl Rush, Police and Blondie. The cover of 2112 did it for me. There was something different about them even back then. Bought the album unheard and loved it. Bought Farewell to Kings after that and saw them on that tour. From there i back tracked to Caress of Steel and Fly By Night (just to hear By-Tor) and every album since. Altho i've followed them all these years including Neil's books they haven't always been my fav band at times. Fav band changes with time and mood i guess. Dave

Went for this one, Ordered click and collect today and will pick up later in week when down near the Screwfix depot. Its 25 miles from me. Dave

Really needs to be the folding type for me. Gonna go to Screwfix this week as rehearsals start on Sunday and i want to take my new cabs and own amp to try it out. Dave

Will take a wee look within next couple of days. Wonder if its on their website ? Dave

Altho i started a new cab day topic i thought i would give this a brief update too. Went with the TT800 and the 210 and 115 cabs. TT800 wont arrive till June and using Mpulse on exact same settings as with my PH212 cab. The 115 cab sounds very similar to the PH212 tone. The 210 has same depth but the mids are now clearer. Agedhorse told me the Mpulse amp had a mid range scoop and that is probably why the 115 cab doesn't sound as clear in the mid range. He said i should boost the mids a touch and lo and behold he was spot on the 115 cab does produce that clear mid tone but not quite as good as the 210 cab on same amp settings. Overall i now feel i have a full range bass rig and 1st rehearsals with the new cabs will be next Sunday at a 6hr session. I'm really impressed with how much depth these cabs have compared to other lightweight cabs i've tried and at circa 19-20Kg each its an easy one-handed lift for each cab. As always i appreciate everyone's help and advice and allowing me to understand the subtle differences with the cabs. I'm happy i've made the right choice and i'd happily gig with either the 115 or 210 on its own. Dave

Got that too and joined the FB page. Some good stuff on the FB page too.

Ach your young and healthy. Wait till you hit 60 mate. Then you'll know all about it 😂

I was late home and missed it. Sods law i guess. Dave