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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

[quote name='KevB' timestamp='1491298612' post='3271865'] Considering the general demographic of this forum I have to say there's a whole bunch of people I really would not like to see naked and I'm putting myself top of that list. [/quote]

[quote name='aDx' timestamp='1491194534' post='3271066'] Hey! Let's all get naked! [/quote] Already there Dave

[quote name='Raymondo' timestamp='1491166567' post='3271007'] Dave, can I call you Dave? you do sign off that way. If you want to break the journey I would gladly meet you in the midlands ( I live near j28 of the M1 and take your gear down to Bubinga. I too am retired and would treat it as a day out . I don't have a fiver of any description otherwise I would offer it too. [/quote] Dave is good for me. I knew there were other people out there that cared as much about fellow bassists. That's a great offer and depending on how things go that might be a good option. Can only thank you myself and keep you posted on what happens. I have to say at this point that i'm no saint and wouldn't do this for everyone. There are a few people on Basschat that i've known since joining and following their posts you kinda get a picture of who they are. They are people that i feel i could trust and are well respected long term members. Don't want the flood gates opening and i end up with no gear for myself Dave

[quote name='the boy' timestamp='1491157674' post='3270913'] I've said it before and I'll say it again, you cannot insult this guy. Many have tried in posts before this and he has remained dignified, calm and stood by his point of view regardless of what was thrown his way. He is as constant as the North Star. Well more of a western pub group celeb but you know what I mean. [/quote] +1 on that. Blue takes everything in his stride. Dave

I'm retired so plenty of time on my hands. I enjoy driving and would just be a day out for me and wife. I guess its not the same quality Bubinga5 has been used to but it would be good to see him cheered up a bit at moment. Not a big deal. Isn't that part of being on Basschat forum. Helping others ? Dave

Its there if you need it Bubinga5. Good to see you back on here and adding to the bass cause again. PM me if you need it to keep you out there gigging. You have a lot of fans and friends on here. I'd be happy to drive down and might have an amp and cab you could use too. Not the best of gear but it might help you out and when you get back on your feet give me a shout and i'll come down and pick it back up again. Dave

I've only ever bought best of album but remember when they started and liked all the early stuff. And such a cool looking band back then too. Dave

That must be one thunderous sound from T-bird thru Ampeg rig. Very nice. Dave

One of the most unusual finishes i've seen. Love it. Enjoy and have fun. Dave

[quote name='Cato' timestamp='1491080385' post='3270419'] Group hug. [/quote] I like that play on words "group" hug Basschat has cheered me up no end over the few years i've been on here. Dave

[quote name='rogerstodge' timestamp='1491073377' post='3270360'] thats a very decent thing to say Dave. [/quote] Its just nice to be nice and sounds like things are pretty low for Bubinga5 at the moment. Bubinga5 has posted some great stuff on here and he's offered some good advice and help to me over the few years i've been here. Life is better when friends can be helped even if its just a few words of support. Dave

Yep pretty sure we've all done something daft after a few beers. Not many are man enough to come back and admit it so well done Bubinga5 and well done Blue for doing the decent thing too. Hope things pick up soon for Bubinga5. Sounds like its not a good place to be. At the end of the day we are all here to support each other. I have a Peavey 5er or Epi Thunderbird Bubinga5 could have if it helps. I don't use them to be honest. All the very best Dave

Was in shop few weeks back before its official opening mainly wasting time while wife was shopping and was hugely impressed with both by the availabilty of some great gear and staff that don't try to show off their slapping skills (which i absolutely hate in bass shops) and just pleasant and helpful guys. I was trying out a Fender precision deluxe altho wasn't buying. Still the staff were helpful wehn i told them and offered up other possible choices like Sanberg which were nice. Yep i would have to agree this is a pleasant surprise and somewhere for me to hide on those occasional shopping day in Glasgow. Dave

I was a fan in 70's / early 80's and think that was their best period of rock music. Kiss are about putting on a show. That's what they've always aimed for. To entertain rather than just stand on stage with guitars they give you a lot more to watch. No-one else had ever done that kind of thing or taken it to that level so i think they deserve the credit for taking rock concerts a step further. They are getting on a bit but they also keep themselves fit and before and during a tour they employ personal trainers to ensure they keep fit enough to maintain their show. I wish i had gone years ago when it was the original band because they are the ones i grew up liking and i've been put off because its not the same guys anymore on gtr and drums. Don't get me wrong i think Paul and Gene were the main focus of the show but wouldn't feel the same for me seeing them now. All credit to them for what they've achieved over the years. Dave

Nice one. Maybe i should start loking in their shops. some pics would be nice tho. Dave

Buy it for me then. I'll be happy with that. Dave

My 5 string NG2 is the nicest 5 string neck i've played altho current band don't need a 5 string. Wouldn't part with it tho. Dave

[quote name='thepurpleblob' timestamp='1490910801' post='3269078'] I don't need a motorbike. My other hobby is driving trains for a heritage railway. 266 Litre diesel engine this weekend [/quote] Now i'm jealous. That sounds like great fun. Dave

[quote name='thebrig' timestamp='1490913113' post='3269095'] Have you ever been down to my town Bridgnorth? the Severn Valley Railway is fantastic, mostly steam but does have a few diesels, and my local is The Railwayman's Arms which is on the platform of Bridgnorth station and is quite unique as it has never closed since it first opened in 1861. [/quote] A 24hr pub Whoo Hoo

I'm the youngest in our band at 57 and like most people have a few health issues altho nothing i can't work around. I was playing with a Glam Rock covers band and when i retired at 56 i thought this would help take up some of my free time. I've never played in a band that gigs 2-3 times a week and found it too demanding on my free time. I gave that up and now play with a group of guys that range from me at 57 to guitarist at 70. They nearly all play in at least 1 -2 other bands and show no signs of slowing up. We intend gigging maybe once a month or thereabouts so no pressure at all. I'm lovin it. Bands are and always have been a hobby for me and never a job and when it feels like a job then its time to change things. I now have my free time to spend on other hobbies and keeping myself a little fit without going daft ie cycling, exercise training and walking all dependant on weather. During summer i am out in garden pottering around. Don't give up. Try and find like minde musicians in your area and even just go along for a jam session. Dave

Bought Orange 2x10 cab from Eddie. He agreed to split the cabs for me as i was only looking for one to match my 115 cab. Fantastic price and he went the full hog and arranged a courier for me as well. Comms was perfect and he did exactly what he said he would and cab arrived when he said it would. Took me 15mins to unpack the cab. It was so well packaged there was absolutely no risk of damage in transit. Must have cost a fortune in bubble wrap. Cab is in perfect as new condition and sounds fantastic on its own. Can highly recommend Eddie. Wish all sellers were this good. Doesn't get any better than this. Deal in absolute confidence. All the best Eddie. Hope you get the new rig you're looking for. Dave