gary mac

No argument from me.

He is a very fine fellow, who makes great wiring kits and is a forum member.

[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.

[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.

Splendid looker, welcome to the world of the P

Recently and for the foreseeable, I will mostly be taking the lightest.

[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.

[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

[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.

I had success using a hairdrier and some gentle persuasion .

[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.

I just treated myself to a Phil Jones Headphone amp. Covers all the requirements that you listed.

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.

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.

[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.

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.

[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

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

Another entertaining review Mr.Discreet, good work

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.

Not a song that I like but I would like to have written it.

[quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1443555646' post='2875806'] One thing I noticed with the fan frets is I only really notice them when I stare at the fretboard. Otherwise it just feels natural to me. [/quote] Yes, exactly the same for me.