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The TGI Extreme bags are very good value but just check if you're getting the updated version or the older one if you order one. I think they've changed the handle design - the old one is a one piece and the newer one may be a two piece. A bit geeky I know but it would make a difference to me. I have a Thomann SafeCase 80 and it's bloody brilliant. The little accessory bag it comes with is a genius idea and sounds perfect for your pedals. I've got all my cables and bits in it. The quality is great and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone. I also have a Gator Pro Go which is equally good and has tons of useable storage space. You would get your pedals in there easily I think. They're both double your budget but you're getting a lovely new bass and they're top quality bags - I would treat myself......it's just the cost of a couple of sets of strings more. Oh and they both fit a 35" scale Spector in.

Queensryche - Empire (or maybe Simple Minds - New Gold Dream)

Wouldn't just flipping one of the front grills round ease the pain a bit? (For the other 2 chaps who can't return their cab)

What happened to the company?

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Genz NX212 or Neox212 cabs pop up occasionally around your budget. That's what I would go for I think

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I'm coming out of gigging retirement this Saturday Jan 3rd at The Crown Inn, Hornchurch after a 13 month break. A real mixed bag of non standard rock and pop covers with bunch of mates. Roped the drummer in from my old band so I have a safety blanket there at least. Should be interesting.....28 songs learned with a load of homework and a couple of rehearsals. We haven't figured all the endings out yet though so will be eyes open on the night. Wish me luck.....

I'll give it another go.....

And also Dunlop Super Bright Nickel 5 string sets under £13 https://www.bax-shop.co.uk/electric-bass-guitar-strings/dunlop-dbsbn40120-super-bright-nw-light-40-120-5-string-bass-guitar-strings

Warwick Red Nickels at Bax Music for under £4 Be aware that the .135 B string is 'challenging' to get into the ferrule on Cort string thru designs. Should be ok on a normal bridge though. (Or throw the B away and just use them as a 4 string set of course) Warwick 46301 M Red Strings Nickel-Plated Steel 5-String Low | Bax Music https://share.google/6a8rldbG7NIeGN4ah

They've got Warwick Red 5 string sets for £3.84 as well. They're actually ok too. And rumour has it that the Sadowskys are just rebranded Warwicks. If you want DR strings try Strings and Beyond. They have 25% off until the New Year and they're cheaper than over here to start with. Even with shipping it's a chunk less.