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  1. [center]Phil Jones Bighead Headphone Amp.[/center] [center]In almost perfect condition, other than a little dink to the top front edge, which can be seen in the pic down below.[/center] [center]Here is the blurb from the Phil Jones site.[/center] [b]Product Description[/b] The PJB BigHead is not big at all. In fact it is barely larger than an iPhone. The “Big” is about the sound. It functions first as an awesome bass headphone amplifier with 2 band EQ ( +/- 18db @ 60 Hz and +/- 18dB @ 5KHz) set for optimization of all kinds of bass instruments. Unlike consumer electronic MP3 players and smart phones that have very small power output of around 20 milli-watt to drive headphones, the BigHead has more than 10 times the power. This contributes to a far more exhilarating listening experience with increased resolution and dynamics. Even if you are just listening to music, the BigHead will be a great improvement to your regular headphones, adding more listening pleasure. A more important function of the BigHead is being a recording tool both in digital and analog. As an Analog Digital Converter, it has the finest BURR BROWN digital components. The USB out is 48KHz 16Bit digital conversion. In other words, recording your bass onto Pro Tools will give you exactly what you wish for and absolutely nothing else. Maybe you need an analog pre amp. The Big Head can do that too. It will provide up to 12dB of gain and better than 96dB signal to noise ratio. Just use the headphone out jack to feed an amp or mixer. It has an internal lithium-ion rechargeable battery that is fed by its USB jack, so any computer or appropriate cell phone charger can charge it in less than 3 hours, but it can play for up to 8 hours. [center]I purchased this very recently when I was recovering from surgery and suffering from insomnia. I thought that it would be brilliant for nocturnal use and that I would be able to practice without disturbing anyone else. Anyway the insomnia has gone away and I’m back to playing during daylight hours when my wife is at work. So rather than hang on to it, it makes sense to move it on and put the dosh towards an amp purchase.[/center] [center]Complete with the carry case, instructions, various cables and original box.[/center] [center]£120.00 inc p&p.[/center] [center]Payment by bank transfer preferred or cash on collection, less a fiver for postage.[/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/zHVc7E"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/ztHt7g"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/zM8DSg"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/zHV2Um"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/ztAXe3"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/yPc68Q"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/zK7jdb"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/yPbXzo"][/url][/center]
  2. [url="https://flic.kr/p/fhJnhd"][/url] My 9lb 6oz of Wal loveliness. No neck dive, no neck twist and I happen to think it's a loverly bit of wood This will be my one and only contribution to this thread.
  3. He is a very fine fellow, who makes great wiring kits and is a forum member.
  4. [quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1444719813' post='2885226'] Sorry to report that he was ever so slightly patronising about string tensions. And further to previous comments the 'lad' in there didn't seem to have much of a clue. I'm guessing from the amount of music shops I've seen disappear its a very tough business - you need to be polite with well trained staff. [/quote] Think he can maybe get a bit over enthusiastic for some Our very own Marcus Bell is a staff member, well he was when I paid a visit.
  5. [quote name='EricOnBass' timestamp='1444658558' post='2884828'] They're a bit pricey but I've been thinking about getting one of these. Being PJB I would think the build quality is good. Are you happy with it? Did you get it from Bass Direct? [/quote] I think they are pricey but then the quality is good. I didn't get it from Bass Direct as I bought it used.
  6. gary mac

    NBD!

    Splendid looker, welcome to the world of the P
  7. Recently and for the foreseeable, I will mostly be taking the lightest.
  8. [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1444339164' post='2882479'] Aged blonde and proper tort. [/quote] I'm with Discreet on this one More importantly though, it has to be what you like, not us lot.
  9. [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1444324002' post='2882278'] Put it between two heavy sheets of glass in the sunlight. Leave it a while. Sorted. [/quote] Might have to wait until next Spring though
  10. [quote name='MoonBassAlpha' timestamp='1444323116' post='2882272'] How about the scratchplate though? Seriously though, did you heat it whilst it was screwed to the guitar or off the guitar with some freestyle bending? (if that's a thing) [/quote] No, you certainly want it off the guitar.
  11. I had success using a hairdrier and some gentle persuasion .
  12. [quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1444214012' post='2881125'] I like the look of those, how does it sound? [/quote] I'm impressed with it Rob. It certainly gives IPads and IPods etc. a boost. I've tried a little bit of recording my bass using it onto Audacity on the P.C. which worked well. When using it to play bass and listen via headphones, I've found that I have to back off the volume and gain and also keep the bass lowish, otherwise there is a little too much distortion. Be interesting to know whether things can be turned up more, if using the Phil Jones headphones.
  13. I just treated myself to a Phil Jones Headphone amp. Covers all the requirements that you listed.
  14. Another BC'er that I'm happy to recommend. Very helpful, friendly and a man who knows how to pack a bass for safe transportation.
  15. I guess if it was me and really couldn't decide, I would be making a list of the pro and cons and considering practicalities. Also I would be thinking about where I would most likely be using it the most e.g. If I knew that most of my gigs were to be in cramped pub type situations, with difficult load in/outs, then I wouldn't be going for a big valve amp and an 8x10" set up.
  16. [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1443969534' post='2879066'] Fingers, strings, pickups/electrics, amp, cab. I agree quality cables are important, which is why I buy from obbm, a member of this lounge. But do cables have a major influence on tone? In my opinion, no. [/quote] Same for me. Purchase from obbm. I also agree that that cables don't have an influence on tone. Although of course, a decent cable will accurately transmit the lovely tone, generated by your choice of instrument and strings etc.
  17. I'm sure we all experience this at some point. I most certainly have. On the plus side though, it has always inspired me to try harder or work at improving etc.
  18. [quote name='Bilbo' timestamp='1443855658' post='2878136'] To be fair, I wouldn't know what to do to solo over SOTW!! [/quote] Nor did he Rob
  19. Assuming they rehearsed, why oh why didn't one of his band mates, just say "NO" It's bad enough hearing SOTW again but with a slap bass solo...no no no
  20. Another entertaining review Mr.Discreet, good work
  21. You won't need to, unless you fancy upgrading the pots. If you do, give Kiogon a shout. He makes up high quality kits, consisting of everything you need. It will drop right in and you won't even need to solder your new pups in, as there is a connector which will allow you to screw the cables in.
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