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  1. Grangur
    I'm looking for a looper and I was looking at "used", but saw the prices that are charged by WoodBrass.com and they have to be worth looking at. I know others have bought from them. They're in France. Their site is here: https://www.woodbrass.com/en-gb/SERVICES Anyone have anything good or bad to say?
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    One of these can help. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Desoldering-Solder-Sucker-Spare-electrosmart%C2%AE/dp/B003YT2F4I If you can get some melted and "suck" the molten solder off, then you might be able to get there. But, as EBS-f says, there is a fair chance of damage to the pot. Personally, I'd change the pot, if it's a normal 250K or 500K ohm type pot.
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    When melting solder, always melt some new solder onto the tip of the soldering-iron. I don't know the science, but it makes it better at getting the solder on the component to melt.
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    Buy 1 get one free! What a bargain for someone.
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    Makers Guarantee added
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    "Like". I think I must have missed the previous post. I'll have a search. This sounds interesting. Just done a bit of a search and a few of your posts come up http://basschat.co.uk/topic/59011-ancient-greek-music/ Other reading: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/271426-plato/ - Lefty added some good points here. http://basschat.co.uk/topic/252340-modes/ http://basschat.co.uk/topic/66871-ive-confused-myself-with-modes/
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    Many thanks @Wateroftyne Here are a couple I've taken of the actual unit now.
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    [quote name='Dan Dare' timestamp='1508236202' post='3390665'] For that money, I'd expect fuel injection [/quote] Joking aside, this is a real heavy-weight of an amp. The tone is similar to a valve set up. It plays well at low volume, but I'm told it really comes into its own in a larger rig. That said, I don't believe anyone so far has really done high-volume with this particular one. This is a quality piece of kit, built well and solidly reliable.
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    [quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1508230920' post='3390612'] "A system of accelerated resistance of carburettor disconnecting the speakers" A Google translation I bet! [/quote] No, it is actually fitted with twin Webber carbs.
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    Hi there, [b]Price for this weekend £735. After Sunday night[/b][b] it will go back to [/b][b]HandBox[/b][b] in Poland. So grab a bargain NOW![/b] [b]PM me to secure it.[/b] This is the same RedFighter Handbox amp that has been discussed on the [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/282884-the-handbox-amplification-thread/page__st__300__p__3221258#entry3221258"]HandBox amp thread[/url] This has been played a little but is essentially in "as New" condition. Leszek, of HandBox, says these amps are [b]selling right now[/b] [b]for 1125 Euro + shipping[/b] from Poland. So this is a great chance to pick one up as a bargain in the UK. [b]This comes with a manufacturer's Guarantee for [/b][color=#000000][font=Calibri, serif, EmojiFont][size=4][b]12 months[/b] with the exception of electronic tubes.[/size][/font][/color] The sound is clean and there are a lot of controls to vary the sound. This amp also includes a "kettle lead". This is what HandBox say about the amp: (Put through Google translate; so please excuse any strange translation) [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]RED [/font][/color][color=red][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]FIGHTER[/font][/color][color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif] is a bass-type head, which, together with dedicated speaker boxes addressed to bassists looking for a sound system of the original, while quality from the top shelf.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]The film presents the Red [/font][/color][color=red][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Fighter[/font][/color][color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]:[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Angielski Musician- Michael Bailey[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]The goal we set ourselves in the design of RED [/font][/color][color=red][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]FIGHTER[/font][/color][color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif] was one; to create an amplifier in which the sound quality is the absolute priority. During the work, it turned out that in order to achieve our aims, we buit it through connecting the old proven technology with the latest developments in the field of professional audio electronics. The RED [/font][/color][color=red][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]FIGHTER[/font][/color][color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif] has a powerful combination of technology to maintain its purity of sound. The tube preamp is made with No silicon components in the signal path, the final amp stage is made with advanced technology MOSFET design to achieve the desired effect.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]RED [/font][/color][color=red][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]FIGHTER[/font][/color][color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif] is a suite complete with its own face design with a unique tonal character. High power final stages ensures excellent dynamics and sound clarity. Power amplifiers are designed for continuous operation in all conditions, always ensuring the highest technical parameters. The package of effective security ensures the safe operation of the device, and the behavior of the thermal equilibrium guarantees an electronically controlled system of forced cooling.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Continuous output of 500W + 500W / 4 Ohm,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Bridge-mode power 1000W / 8 ohms,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Forced cooling fan 1 2-speed,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- First-class MOSFET power amp made on specially dedicated power transistors,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- The function of time delay switching stages final after warming lamps,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- A system of accelerated resistance of carburettor disconnecting the speakers,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Optical Limiter function on / off,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Tube preamp (3 x ECC83) made of its clean the mold without interference silicon the acoustic track,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Active EQ BASS and TREBLE Special author sonic matrix[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif](SOUND MATRIX) Hand's Box function on / off available, also with a foot Pedal Foot Switch,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]ADDITIONAL FEATURES;[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- BRIGHT- brightening or dimming signal,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- Shift to move the point of frequency control high,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- FET SHAPE- filter kształtująco-compacting signal made with a FET.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- HEADROOM- biases lamp high or low,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]REAR PLATE;[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- 3 Speakon type speaker terminals,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- EFFECT LOOP serial effect loop,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- LINE OUT function Pre / Post and control output level LEVEL[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]- GROUND Lift- attaching weight,[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]DIMENSIONS external HxWxD- 2Ux483x360 mm[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]WEIGHT-12kg[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/313628-fs-handbox-red-fighter-amp-500w-500w/page__view__findpost__p__3390733"]More pictures here[/url][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]This is in East Herts, UK. If anyone wants to come and have a go, then PM me.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I can also post this item.[/font][/color]
  11. Grangur
    [quote name='kevvo66' timestamp='1508178935' post='3390315'] Well it's a sad day, but I need to admit it, I ain't feeling the love in fact it's boring me to tears, how hell do I get back on track before i do something stupid like go back to guitar help before it too late! [/quote] Been there too, done that. I gave it a rest and then when I felt a curiosity, I made time to re-think what I really wanted from the instrument. Boredom, for me, came from what I was playing not meeting the dream. So I took time to re-think the dream, find different music to play, and try to make changes to make it happen. For you this could mean a new band/project?
  12. Grangur
    Hey Sam, Welcome to BC, from sunny Bishops Stortford. Nice bass btw.
  13. Grangur
    Return them and get some from our own Obbm. Top quality cables, so I've heard
  14. Grangur
    Lovely bass. The MEC split pups really put out a great sound. For those on a mobile, this is in Glasgow. Questions that might help you sell: Is this bolt-on or neck-through? Weight? Nut width? Are you prepared to ship? GLWTS
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    Richard bought from me a great Fender MIM p-bass. It l went smoothly and he's a top guy to deal with. Many thanks, Richard.
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    [quote name='Signal Path' timestamp='1499712111' post='3333102'] I'm ever so sorry guys,I still have it haven't been here for ages. Whoever's next in line,can you let me know where to post it to. Will be Thurs/Fri of this week before I can get to the post office though. Again,please except my apologies. Steve [/quote] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55nizAiTu64
  17. Grangur
    bumpage...
  18. Grangur
    More pictures requested: These are on the back 1 2 More general pics 3 4 5 6 7 Closer in on a ding you can see in pic 5 8 This is down by the rear strap button. 9 You can see this on picture 4 I hope these help.
  19. Grangur
    I'd check out the wood under the finish and, maybe, make it "natural". Otherwise, I'd use whatever colour you like. After all, you're not looking to sell. Maybe someone can move this to the "Build Diaries" section? http://basschat.co.uk/forum/15-build-diaries/
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    Bump
  21. Grangur
    [quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1507655117' post='3387031'] Can't you just pull the silk off? [/quote] Strings without silk tend to have smooth windings right up to the ends. So the metal windings are smooth against the tuning peg. Strings with silk have less steel under the silk. They have gaps in the windings and sharp edges to the steel, that the silk is there to cover. Most of my basses have good quality tuners and I don't want to have the posts scratched too much with the rough edges. If it costs money for a string maker to add the silk, so why would they do that if there wasn't a benefit? Or is it more a "serious disadvantage" of not having a smooth finish? Smooth metal windings are, no doubt more expensive to produce, otherwise why would makers introduce the silk covering as an additional process to the manufacturer?
  22. Grangur
    Sold
  23. Grangur
    [quote name='clivem' timestamp='1507657380' post='3387050'] I'm not liking the wooden pick-guard on the 5er. It really jars..... The grain being 90 degrees to the grain on the body. But, maybe that's just me. [/quote] If you look closer, the pickguard grain does run the same way as the body wood. What you're seeing is a wave in the grain that gives a sideways line as well. All that said, I can appreciate that you don't like it. TBH, I would go for a different wood. I don't think that is a great combination either.
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    [quote name='Evil Undead' timestamp='1507655099' post='3387029'] I was mostly using the Motown sound as an example of the kind of versatility I'm after. I like all sorts of tones really. I'm trying to learn slap as well and only have the one bass so flats wouldn't be for me I think. Plug in preamp is interesting. This might be a silly question but do they do the same thing as the onboard ones? I get you. I definitely want to sort the break angle issue first, as you say, it might be perfect after that. But, that said, I do miss the little bit of extra "bite" of my old active basses, and I miss not having one any more really. And I'm gonna look for a preamp with a passive bypass so I've got passive when I want it as well. [/quote] What I use, if I want one is a Zoom B3. It has a number of pre-amps built in. To me, they seem to do all I can imagine I'd want. That said I normally use an EQ set flat. So it would be better to get other people's views on this.
  25. Grangur
    On hold pending the usual.... To a new BCer in Leeds. All going well so far.
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