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[quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1491665561' post='3274663'] My car radio, car stereo speakers, all the car electrics are fitted in my car year round - why would bass amps/electrics/cabs be any different? [/quote] That's an excellent point and never even gave that a thought. Dave

Fantastic. I bought the DVD of the live show and its a fantastic VID with the storyline running on large screens and occasional actors / singers coming on stage dressed as characters from the movie. I actually thought the live show storyline was far better than the movies. It was set in a different time era and just seemed to work better. Herbie Flowers was bassist on that show too Great background music and wish i had taken it in car for long journey. That would be really entertaining in car. Dave

[quote name='Bilbo' timestamp='1491669120' post='3274689'] Try listening to other instruments like saxophone, trumpet, piano etc. Copping your licks off bass resources will provide a fairly narrow outlook. [/quote] That's a great idea. I remember trying to play Rick Wakeman's piano parts on Going For The One album. Awaken was my fav. Have to admit i've played in many rock covers bands and most of the bass is quite standard with an occasional spark. Dave

[quote name='bassace' timestamp='1491648574' post='3274545'] Sorry, it's oriented strand board. It's the random looking 8x4 boards that you see timber panels made up of in house construction. Mainly the type that self builders use in Grand Designs and the plethora of other house construction programmes. [/quote] Cheers for that. Not that i would ever use it to be honest but every day's a school day and always nice to know something new even at my age. Dave

[quote name='kodiakblair' timestamp='1491607808' post='3274346'] I've played pubs I was banned from drinking in Drunk Scottish women turn nasty in the blink of an eye come chucking out time. [/quote] That's just a Falkirk thing Couldn't help myself there. Sorry. Dave

Agree with just learning some covers outwith your normal taste in music. I started off in heavy rock so all my runs were samey. Moved my attention in to Jazz Rock ie Camel and that drifted me into other forms of jazz but not the out and out jazz which was a little to extreme for me. I ended up listening to a lot of Jack Bruce after Cream era and Jeff Berlin altho i'm nowhere near that level but i would pick up the odd simpler runs he would do. Still like a lot of the renowned bassists like Alain Carron, Jaco Pastorious had some great runs that you can pick up. I've gone thru various styles of bands from Rock, Prog, Glam tribute, Blues and now on a blues based funk rock band which is good fun. Think you'll find most players have "their runs" incl Geddy Lee, Glenn Hughes and even Jeff Berlin uses many of his best runs. What kind of music are you playing ? Dave

[quote name='bassace' timestamp='1491596472' post='3274262'] My garage is quite well insulated and I've also built a large cupboard in OSB. It's big enough to take all the amps on shelves plus the ply DB. They all stay ok right through the year. The 'wood' double basses live in the house, upstairs. [/quote] Excuse my ignorance but what is OSB Dave

Well just to update my own thread i tried the GK head with both cabs in parallel and standing just in front it sounded deep, rich and clear. Great until i moved out 10-12 feet from the cabs and the 2x10 seemed to take over and i could only really hear it however it was nearer my ears i guess and that might have been the reason. In the rehearsal room i ended up using GK MB200 with the 2x10 and the 1001RBii with the 115 cab. With just a very slight touch on the 2x10 cab just to give the 115 a little more edge. All now working really well....... for now. Dave

Always found both reliable and quick to deliver altho i've recently noticed that i can get strings cheaper elsewhere. GAK have been cheaper for some types. Always worth doing a quick search adding in postage costs. Dave

Think I'll give this a go too on the combo. Dave

That's a beast of an amp. I saw the ad for sale and thought about it but weight issue made me stick with my GK head at present. Enjoy and have fun. Keep us posted on how it sounds after rehearsal or gig. Cetera knows his stuff. He's had more gear than rest of us put together Dave

[quote name='barneyg42' timestamp='1491562989' post='3273968'] Our keys player keeps the PA tops in his garage. He noticed a local (hairy) cat had been in and noticed said hair on one of the cab covers. When we plugged in at a gig later that day and the singer switched this cab on there was a big flash and loud bang. On further nasal inspection it seems the cat had pissed in the top flap onto the amp section of the cab!! Beware the hairy pussy!! [/quote] The hairy pussy that pee's

The studio doesn't have any obvious dampness issues. I can see a garage being damp as there are gaps around the door area where rain can get thru plus concrete floors are not good for storing anything on. (always use an old carpet or even pallets to keep off the floor) My bikes (motorbikes and cycles are all kept either on mats or wall hangers) The studio is in an upstairs room carpeted etc. Building is an old heavy sandstone brick building recently fully renovated by the builder that owns it. There is never any dampness or musty smells when we go in. Dave

[quote name='SH73' timestamp='1490868200' post='3268590'] I was always impressed with Orange guitar amps especially the Orange terror range. I like the look of it too. Unfortunately, the bass range never appealed to me. After reading this thread and having received comments to my posts I did a bit of You Tube research and I sort of want the stroke 4 300w range.It seems to sound great and looks great. I can see it being paired up with barefaced 410 cab with cloth cover.So I take back the early conclusion I have made. [/quote] COME TO THE ORANGE SIDE Dave

[quote name='SH73' timestamp='1490629420' post='3266611'] If you get a free gear, why not [/quote] Who would ever do that Dave

thanks for that. Never gave the mice thing any thought tho. That's probably more of an issue as its an Orange 115 open ported cab and sits on floor too. There's no sign of any mice ie droppings or anything that might indicate they are in the room. Better have a decent inspection next week tho. Dave

I keep a bass rig in the unheated studio we hire. No-one else has accesss to it. Upstairs room and well secured but was wondering if the cold weather during winter months might cause any damage to gear. PA is kept in there too. There's no sign of any damage but when we go in for a rehearsal we put heaters on for few hrs a week. Any thoughts or advice. Putting a heater on all week isn't an option. People keeping gear in a garage probably share same issues. Dave

I think those who refuse to purchase a calendar should be first to purchase. Denial is a slippery road to being a guitarist Dave

Well done. Post your version as i always look at various tab versions when trying to learn a song sometimes having to combine 2 or 3 versions to get what i feel is right for my band. Its therefore important to get more versions on-line. I would never have thought about leaving a bass in car for a wee lunchtime learning gig. Brilliant idea. Dave

[quote name='SH73' timestamp='1491245845' post='3271565'] Now you talking. How could I justify that in living room? [/quote] Hide it behind a coffee table. She'll never notice.

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1491397935' post='3272704'] Yup. 1 powered with a Hartke HA3500, and the other with an old red front Ashdown MAG400. It was amazing! Scared a few landlords too!! [/quote] Brain damage stack. Had one years ago with a Marshall bass head and changed the head for a Peavey MkIV. Loud. Dave

I answered your PM but have picked you up wrong. I thought you had a 4x12 cab and looking to change to Orange rig. If you have the transport and willing bandmates then go for what your gut tells you and not what your head thinks would be better option. 4x12 is a nice balance between 10" and 15" speakers and should give an even balanced overall tone i would think. Not tried one since having the full Marshall stack in late 70's. It sounded ok back then but weight for a 9.5 stone 18yr old was a bit harsh. Maybe try some 410 cabs as having recently tried the Markbass 410 lightweight with a Precision Deluxe was nice low and rounded bottom end with very clear upper range. I have the Markbass 12" combo and ext cab and they sound good in band mix but the 410 i tried was deeper cab and a lot deeper than my combo and cab. Then there's the Ampeg 410HLF that you can pick up at good price 2nd hand. There's an Aguilar 410 for sale on Gumtree at moment i think at a very reasonable price. Saw it last night. At the end of the day if your gut feeling and heart says Marshall then i think its best to go with what you really want as you will always be thinking " what if". if you don't. Best tone i've tried recently was an old vintage Orange tube bass head with Hartke 8x10 cab using Fender Jazz bass and it was so sweet sounding but talking daft money for head these days even 2nd hand. All the very best with it. Dave

Sympathy and condolences to family. Dave