Kirky

I've got mine wired up: MB Fusion Tuner out > Tuner In (back). Therefore the tuner mute isn't effective. I'll use the mute button on the amp when i want to tune. But that way I can put the tuner in standby and only switch it on when I want to tune up. It won't affect the signal because of the way I'm using it. Not ideal because I have to press 2 buttons to tune up (one to mute the amp, and then to switch the tuner on). It would be better if the MB Fusion had a mute footswitch, but I really don't think it's too much hasle. The alternative would have been to plug my bass into the tuner and the output (from the tuner) into the amp at the front. Then the tuner mute would be effective. But it wouldn't have been as neat. And I don't know whether the signal continues to the amp if you put the tuner in standyby - I'll check next time I'm using it. I also havent investigated whether I can plug the output from the tuner into the amp at the back - I don't think so, but any advice gratefully received.

My 70s SF Fender Vibrolux Reverb does it very well. I can't imagine a Blues Jr getting close.

Korg ProPitch tuner.

I saw them at Fibbers in York last year - my favourite gig of the year by far. Michelle plays a lovely G&L Asat and the whole band are really interesting. Going to the Brudenell gig in November. Thoroughly recommended.

Otley's been all about the Tour de France this weekend, but next Tuesday (8th July 2014) it's all about Motor City Blue at the Junction. Playing from 9pm. It's landlord Tony's birthday so sure to be a lively night. Pop in and say hello if you're out and about in Yorkshire.

Haven't seen much, and most of what I have managed to see has been pretty bland. Favourites for me so far have been Parquet Courts, and Jack White doing Icky Thump. De La Soul also pretty good.

Very sad. What a voice.

I ditto what discreet says. I play mine through 2x Compacts and it does a great range of sounds at all the volume I will ever need. I've never tried the non-Fusion version so can't help answer your question though.

My little blues/soul combo is braving the heat and football crowds at the Duck and Drake in Leeds tonight from 9pm. Come along for some Fender + GK + Barefaced driven fun.

Can I just congratulate everyone on the maturity and sensitivity of their contributions to this thread - pretty unique to this forum, I'd say. To the OP, I can understand you needing to get your priorities right (they're not the same as my priorities but that's irrelevant) and I understand your need to take a fairly stark break from music in order to put things into perspective - its probably the only approach that will work. I'm glad you're keeping the door open to coming back to music if and when it feels right, and wish you luck in getting though this.

Voted. Well done everyone. I wanted to join in this month, had a good idea which I developed but just don't have the time or wherewithal to get it recorded. Hats off to those that manage it.

Never broke a bass string or had a bass fail. I don't take a spare bass or even a spare lead (which is less forgivable) . I do take a spare battery and occasionally amp (MB200, so hardly a burden - never had to use it though).

I'd be interested in this. Would you rehearse in Leeds or Wakey? I'm at a conference at the moment but will PM you in a couple of days.

My little blues/soul combo are in action tonight at The Cricketers in Keighley. Our last gig with our excellent but sadly outgoing drummer. Pop in and say hello if you're out and about in West Yorkshire.

That does sound nice.

I used Copydex after it was recommended to me by the ladies in the fabric shop. Worked a treat but its not cheap.

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Rich, the PP18 sounded great at rehearsal, although the guitarist only used it for a few minutes, preferring his own amp (a Fender ...um...can't remember). It broke up at around 12 o'clock. Nice sounds but once the break-up started, the volume wasn't quite so loud. We didn't try it with any pedals, just straight in. The clean sound at bedroom levels is fantastic.

My little blues/soul/rock combo are playing a new venue for us, The Horsforth Hotel in Horsforth tonight from 9. Both BF Compacts will be in attendance. Do come and say hello if you're in the area. Directions etc on [url="http://www.motorcityblue/wix,com/motorcityblue"]our website[/url]. Martin

Cool. I'm thinking of doing the 4W Champion clone next, but first I might do the mod on the PP18 that allows you to switch between 2, 9 and 18 Watts. I'm taking it to rehearsal tonight for the guitarist to use. - it'll be the first time it will have been used in anger.