Cameronj279

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I'd probably go for a Warwick Corvette Standard. The PJ setup doesn't appeal to me as I hate the sound from any P-pickup ive ever heard/played. When I briefly owned one of the Corvette basses I found it was super easy to dial in a sound to work with any genre. It had just the right amount of growl that it could be eq'd/played so it wasn't there if required but cut through excellently m Heavyweight bass though.

Very doubtful. I've certainly never heard of the bigger companies giving out loaner basses. Your best bet is to go to shops like Bass Direct/Bass Gear that will have basses like that in stock.

I'd have a look at Dingwalls or an ACG Über spec. The ACG is the most versatile bass I have owned. Admittedly the filter preamp isn't for everybody as there is quite a steep learning curve that comes with it but when you get to grips with it the control you have is fantastic.

It sounded great if I'm honest. Very clear sounding without being too sterile, plenty of oomf and the boost low/high switches boost just the right amount for passages in songs where a little bit of a kick is required. The sound guy was impressed with it as well, saying how good the DI from it was. At the moment I feel like I picked the ideal amp for my needs if I'm honest. I'll see how I feel with it over the next month or so...after the honeymoon period has worn off.

First time using my Genz Benz Shuttle 9.0 in a gig situation. Sounded great! The sound guy absolutely loved it as well. Played a venue we play quite regularly and the in house sound guy is superb (genuinely one of the best I've ever encountered) so it's great fun to play there even if the crowd wasn't upto much. To be honest though until we can afford to get recordings done we can't really complain about naff crowds.

[quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1438454446' post='2834657'] Need a bit more than that Cameron. Have you got yourself some new gear ? Dave [/quote] This was originally a "I need a cable for soon" post but I got it sorted . First gig with the Genz Benz though so it is new gear related I suppose!

Sorted.

I generally drink about a litre of water per rehearsal (and usually a coffee or two on top of that). I generally drink a lot of water anyway but still feel like I'm always dehydrated. At gigs I generally (dependant on how early we arrive for load in/soundcheck) have maybe 1 pint and then about 2 pints of water and generally take a beer up with me for when I'm playing. Suppose you can't really do that in a wedding band type scenario though.

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1438366084' post='2834030'] I'd say you are only as good as the weakest member [/quote] I'd agree with this. When people listen to your music they listen to it as a whole. If one part sounds bad then it all sounds bad.

Subscribing to this as I've just decided to get one of these to replace my delay (as I only use it in 1 song and a multi-effects may be of more use). The UI looks nothing short of bloody confusing if I'm honest.

I definitely prefer the streamer body to the jazz shape body. I've only ever found a jazz bass to be uncomfortable to play standing or sitting. The streamer I owned however sat really nicely when on a strap...much better than the corvette or thumb bass did. if you're buying second hand I say buy it and worst case scenario is that you don't like it and sell it on for little/no loss.

[quote name='DunRockin' timestamp='1438288858' post='2833368'] Thanks, guys - Gotoh are certainly looking like a good and cheaper alternative to Hipshot. [/quote] I've only had Gotoh tuners on one bass before (my current one) and to be honest I prefer them to Hipshot ultralites (not that there Is anything wrong with them!)They seem smoother and it makes getting the Low B string spot on considerably easier. I believe they weigh about the same as well.

I could be wrong but I believe the amp I got already has rubber feet...Certainly didn't notice any moving around. I find the actual tone shaping in the amp to be quite subtle if I'm honest. it's not a very harsh EQ which is good for me as my bass has more than enough tone controls.

I use the pedaltrain mini and love it.So much easier than setting the pedals up each time. I can only really second what the first comment says. A good power supply is a horrible thing to spend money on but we'll worth the investment. Ive been using the MXR Power Brick for the last year and have had no issues.

So I'm just out of the first rehearsal with the Genz Benz. I have to say. By far the best sounding amp I've used. it sounded excellent with my ACG and I found the low/high boost switches boosted just the right amount for my needs. All that and I didn't have to put the volume above 3! It certainly didn't lack any oomf!

At the moment lessons aren't really viable due to my current finances (I'm aware I'm complaining about my finances yet have just bought a guitar ).

Generally one of the bass lines to a song that we aren't playing that night.

Michal bought my Warwick Thumb from me. No worries whatsoever Cheers again Michal!

Bought an amp head from Gordon. Super easy translation and would have no worries dealing with him again. Cheers again, Cameron

[quote name='waldflote8' timestamp='1438172774' post='2832227'] did you buy the S470 which was on 'the tree' ...seller Motherwell in the last few days ? S470s are superb guitars, very comfortable and you can do ridiculous things to the trem without going out of tune, great choice. ( I have 3 and use them as workhorses, lot of guitar for the money, even without the Di Marzipans) [/quote] Glad I picked something decent cause I have no idea about guitars if I'm honest. I got it (well I'm getting it tomorrow) from a Facebook buy and sell page (turns out I've actually bought a pedal from the guy before though).

[quote name='yorks5stringer' timestamp='1438152591' post='2832019'] Why don't you organise a local Bass Bash? That way fellow Bassists will bring their rigs and you can try them out....sorted. [/quote] I wouldn't know how to start organising a bass bash if I'm honest! Plus it still wouldn't be trying the rigs out in the situation they would actually be used in (i.e with my guitarist/drummist). The Genz Benz amp is on it's way and looking forward to using it at rehearsal tomorrow though

I have an incredibly basic knowledge of the things you mentioned Bilbo. I know the intervals within certain triads etc. When it comes to reading I can look at a piece on bass/treble clef and eventually figure out what note is being played but I'm still very much having to take baby steps with it. If I could afford a tutor I would be going down that route however YouTube will have to do in the mean time.