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You do get what you pay for. I paid for a very reasonably priced piece of kit and got a very reasonably priced piece of kit. Never let me down either and I've received endless compliments on my sound.

This question always used to be easy. MY Aria ProII SB been with me for ever and the first bass I ever fell in love with. Every ding tells a story. However, my Dad bought me a bass a few months before he died, last ever gift from him and that means more than any of them,

Oh I should add, I mean use for gigging not at home. Some of this kit has been subject to very heavy regular use and abuse by a variety of people in a live music venue I used to run.

List of Behringer kit I actually own and have used for between 5 and 10 years Powered stereo mixer Bass v-amp effects unit stereo graphic equaliser 450 watt head 4X10 1000watt cab 1X15 5oowatt cab List of Behringer kit I actually own and use that has ever broken down. .

I've read the anti Behringer rants for years now. My experience? I own a Behringer head and cab and during the time I've had them I've also used other kit I own. I've had Laney, Trace Elliot and Eden amps all let me down, spent on repairs and had one of them break down in another different way - and the Behringer still plods on. Never ever once let me down. The sound to me is solid, unspectacular and perfectly acceptable.

I play the solo from Sir Duke. Just shameless showing off. It's not in our set but it does cover wide range so good for the sound guy. First time I did it I ended with a flourish was about to shove my bass on it's stand and stroll nonchalantly to the side of the stage while keys and guitar were checked when the engineer's voice came through the monitors, "OK can we have some bass please". Bugger. I just plucked a G four or five times and he moved on. Didn't feel quite so cool after that.

[quote name='Ross' post='1297308' date='Jul 8 2011, 03:15 PM']Well I've done a st johns course and I read a lot about human physiology and medicine as it's something which has always interested me. Not a recognised treatment but a bit of pain never hurt anyone Good luck with the gig[/quote] Cheers mate. Just wanted to say I took the advice here and loaded up with Elixir strings. Took the opportunity to clean the neck up as well. Boy oh boy these strings are good! They sound like a new set that have been gigged a couple of times, just enough to take the real zing out of them. Beautiful beautiful warm and yet crisp sound, and so smooth to the touch. Thanks for all the tips.

[quote name='Ross' post='1296282' date='Jul 7 2011, 06:53 PM']I either man up or use superglue. Always got some form of cut on my hands/ fingers one way or another, when I first started learning proper knife technique in the kitchen I had a monstrous amount. Just doesn't phase me any more. Apparently if you piss on your hands the ammonia forms callous. Some baseball players do it.[/quote] This isn't a problem caused by the cut itself this is soft new skin which will blister, guaranteed. As I say I'm doing two gigs in one day and where the finger has had a dressing on (because of a cut near the tip) the skin went all white and soggy and now has peeled off taking the hard callous with it. With use it'll harden again. I just don't have time at present, the gig is tomorrow. If I do cut myself I'll try to remember the tip about 'manning up' though. They didn't teach it on the first aid courses I've attended but it sounds interesting.

[quote name='mcnach' post='1293747' date='Jul 5 2011, 06:56 PM']I've used superglue for mild cuts... worked great everytime. I buy the one that comes with a small applying brush. Lives in my bass case. I don't need it often, but it's been a life saver for me and my guitarist on separate occasions.[/quote] Yes that's exactly the situation I'm in. I don't usually need it but I've damaged one important digit. I'll look out for the brush on type.

[quote name='flyfisher' post='1293368' date='Jul 5 2011, 01:30 PM']Well, I wouldn't recommend drinking the stuff, but it seems a well-established method for toughening up skin, which superglue won't do at all of course. [url="http://www.guitarfact.com/painful-calluses-solutions-and-information"]http://www.guitarfact.com/painful-calluses...and-information[/url][/quote] Thanks - sorry for my flippancy, I do appreciate the advice.

[quote name='flyfisher' post='1293342' date='Jul 5 2011, 01:11 PM']No direct experience here but didn't people use 'surgical spirit' to harden-up the skin on their feet? Ha! Just thought I'd check that and found this at: [url="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubbing_alcohol"]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubbing_alcohol[/url] "[i]Isopropyl rubbing alcohol can also be supplied in a 99% concentration. This product can also be used to harden skin, such as in the case of the feet of novice hikers, [b]or the fingertips of guitarists[/b]. Care should always be taken, and the label should be read carefully[/i]" I've got an old bottle of the stuff somewhere that I bought from a chemist many years ago - reckon I should dig it out and dip my fingers in it. [/quote] I'm in recovery so avoid strong spirits, but thanks for the tip

[quote name='JTUK' post='1293235' date='Jul 5 2011, 11:57 AM']Soak the hands in a salt solution and play cleanly. I'd have a plaster on if it was the part I fretted with[/quote] [quote name='Big_Stu' post='1293317' date='Jul 5 2011, 12:57 PM']Superglue for me; I've used it on serious cuts many times. Also had it used once in hospital too. It's what it was originally intended for IIRC, though not the same as the over-the-counter stuff.[/quote] Thanks both. I shall soak and glue. Also have ordered Elixirs. Still not convinced about the gloves....

[quote name='Doctor J' post='1293222' date='Jul 5 2011, 11:48 AM']Maybe a set of Elixirs to cut down on friction from the string too.[/quote] Thanks, but I've left it a bit late - unless Stringbusters still deliver as fast as they used to. It was about 5 minutes before you placed the order in the old days...

[quote name='Gareth Hughes' post='1293194' date='Jul 5 2011, 11:24 AM']So my vote is superglue, and try to avoid using your middle finger.[/quote] Thanks Gareth

[quote name='silddx' post='1293105' date='Jul 5 2011, 09:43 AM'][url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=90264&hl"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=90264&hl[/url][/quote] Don't think I've time to order gloves nor the panache to carry them off, but thanks. Any other votes for super glue?

I'm interested in anyone who has actual first hand experience - I've already heard lots of rumours!! This weekend I've got two gigs with different bands on the same day, and last week I gashed my finger. Middle finger left hand. It's pretty well healed now, dressings off for a few days but the skin is peeling, soft and sore. No actual open wound, but I've lost my carefully built callous completely. I know it'll be extremely painful long before the end of the second set so... I've had recommended: A ) Gaffa tape (well, of course) B ) Nail varnish C ) New skin spray on liquid 'plaster' D ) Super glue I of course keep my strings squeaky clean as I know this helps reduce friction too. Any help very gratefully received.

I agree. Really unusual without being silly.

[quote name='The inglourious bass turd' post='1167615' date='Mar 18 2011, 10:38 PM']Where was that from? I am looking on t'net, and can only find in the £150 bracket.....[/quote] It was from soundslive.co.uk but they seem not to have them any more - sorry....

+1 for the MP-BT1. Not had mine long but I picked it up new for £99 delivered and it's worth every penny.

Big order of cables arrived Friday, gigged with Saturday. All work, all beautiful, envy of the rest of my band. thanks yet again Dave. If you are new and wondering how a guy making cables gets all this positive feedback, don't worry about it; just order from him, you'll soon see what all the fuss is about.

Another West Country bassist - excellent! Welcome. (I wasn't born round here either...)

Bought a beautiful pedal board from Ryan. Do not hesitate to trade with, buy from or sell to this man. He has not only been the perfect gent throughout the whole deal but his honesty is above and beyond anything you'd expect. When I tell you that people tried offering more money if he would break our deal and he sent them packing that is all you need to know. A man of his word, a man of integrity - thank you sir.

Another West Country bass player! Welcome.