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Probably the "s" in "https". Remove it, and see if it works. If not, we'll take the next step.

Ah! I was gonna ask about the Amstrad and Oric 1, but here they are. They were popular in the UK, weren't they? I seem to remember they were in all the computer mags of the days. But how about the Z80 Second Processor for the Beeb model B? Would many people use that? I loved it: use the Beeb proper for the geeky stuff, and use the Z80 (with Beeb as input/output unit) with CP/M to run database and spreadsheet software as well as a lot of other stuff that came with it. The database software could do free string searches easily - something that was not a given in those days. [URL=http://s1170.photobucket.com/user/basstractor1/media/AcornZ80box_zps37653a80.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1170.photobucket.com/albums/r525/basstractor1/AcornZ80box_zps37653a80.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

Mark, I'm truly upset on your behalf that you think exactly like me (although happily, you word it a lot better). But there was no hijacking going on!?!? We're only upset about the demise of those lovely old computers - even in these Internet days. Just look at it: [URL=http://s1170.photobucket.com/user/basstractor1/media/SinclairZX80-right_zpscc33dc45.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1170.photobucket.com/albums/r525/basstractor1/SinclairZX80-right_zpscc33dc45.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

My 35-string Ray by Sub by Sterling by Music Man by Ernie Ball is good though.

[quote name='leftybassman392' timestamp='1403203450' post='2480819'] If you go to youTube there's an absolute shedload of in-game video footage. Just type 'Elite' into the search engine and away you go! [/quote] Thanks, mate! I had no idea these things were happening. Had a quick look just now, and, as expected, it not only looks great, but also seems to incorporate a lot of game play. I sooo need to stay away from it, but I do feel the Game Acquisition Syndrome.

[quote name='leftybassman392' timestamp='1403186689' post='2480620'] did you pledge in the Kickstarter campaign for the new version of Elite [/quote] Nope. But it sounds like a potentially great thing. In its time, Elite was overwhelming if you'd only played Snapper prior to that. :-)

[quote name='bassman344' timestamp='1403192507' post='2480683'] a stingray HSS fiver. [/quote] Oh! My! God! You're gonna outrun Slayer with that one!

After the Atom I bought the Beeb, and was given a game for free by the shop-owner, [b]but[/b] I had to swear I would only ever play that [b]one[/b] game, and apart from that use the computer exclusively for geeky stuff. So I don't understand why people get so upset...

[quote name='KingBollock' timestamp='1403128820' post='2480163'] a Commodore PET [/quote] Ah! The museum piece par excellence. I still have the leaflets for those somewhere. They were so cool. I'd like one on my desk right now - or rather two: both that terribly, funkily square one with the cassette deck (no space for the keyboard but who cares) that is in all the movies, and that beeeooootifully rounded off thing that I think came later (though that one may have been a different, more expensive series - don't really remembah). [quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1403129096' post='2480167'] The BBC was an afterthought - weren't they simlee-er? Oh the joys of playing the cassette to play a kind of Star-Trek game with my lad. Turning the volume up as the cassette loaded was all part of the ................ immense build up. [/quote] As far as I can tell they were very similar, but I do remember having trouble finding my way on my sister's Electron because of the differences. I'd suppose the most important difference is in the lack of all the inputs and outputs. The Beeb had two rows of them, the one [b]under[/b] the machine providing most of the power. In Holland, the Beeb would cost twice what the Electron cost, so the Electron seemed like a good deal for those who didn't need to connect to other equipment. However, I seem to remember the Electron couldn't run the original "Elite" (probably had a reduced version developed for it), and if that is true you can keep yer demn Electron fer all I care. That said, with 64K, the Commodore 64 could show pictures in the "The Hobbit" game, whereas the Beeb version was text-only. Remember? "Attack the troll" Game over "Attack the troll with the axe" Game over "Attack the hideous troll" Game over "Attack the hideous troll with the axe." Game over "Carefully attack the hideous troll with the axe." Success! Those were the days! I don't want them back.

[quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1403127722' post='2480148'] [font=courier new,courier,monospace]A c o r n [/font][font=courier new,courier,monospace]E l e c t r o n f o r t h e w i n ![/font] [/quote] Fixed. Don't remember exactly, but it did have a few features even the Beeb lacked. Really nice little kompjootah. But has anyone had an Atom? I get the feeling not many of those were sold.

[quote name='lowdown' timestamp='1403083043' post='2479495'] When someone above said "Left-winger Arsehole Numpty!!!!!!!!!!!" I presume they where talking about Wayne Rooney? [/quote] (Note though that it was someone's alleged login name, and we can never be sure it was Wayne who alledgedly chose that login name.)

[quote name='paulears' timestamp='1403075609' post='2479385'] Sure sometimes their advice is poor or even totally wrong, but others just add the right answer. [/quote] This. ...and even: I've seen several people giving that same poor or wrong advice, but stating: "this is probably poor or even totally wrong, but I hope it will spark someone in the know into answering better, coz upto now they've been silent". I liked that to the degree of copying that technique. However, recently it came back like a boomerang a few times when I was the only one who ever responded to honest questions. and I suppose this has to do with forum fatigue in the sense that people of good will have answered the same question too often, and have become fed up.

[quote name='Stupid 101 Googling Left-Winger Arsehole Numpty'] Just treat people like you'd want them to treat you. [/quote] [quote name='Fair Politically Balanced Forum Resource'] Effin' bollocks, Stupid 101 Googling Left-Winger Arsehole Numpty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [/quote] Yup! Seems about right.

[quote name='cclowend' timestamp='1403024842' post='2479000'] I pressed it, nothing happened. [/quote] Thats because of the tears in your Lumix! Aha! Busted! Sorry, mate. I don't know the answer to that.

Yes, it is confusing, as EBMM made a mess trying to use known names for as much stuff as possible. Originally, Music Man built Music Man basses. Then Ernie Ball bought Music Man, and so we now talk about EBMM and pre EB. At some point they released a cheaper Ray without make-up, and that is the US built SUB line, which is reported on BC as having fantastic quality. At some point they released an expensive Ray with smaller body, different neck and different sound, a model called Sterling. They still produce these. Later, they started the far East line "Sterling by Music Man", which are cheaper basses - mainly Rays IMS, models are Ray34 and Ray 35, and maybe more models. The last implementation is the S.U.B. line from Sterling by Music Man - AFAIK even cheaper versions of the Sterling by Music Man basses. Models are Ray 4 and Ray 5 So, your question probably is whether the cheaper Sterling by Music Man Ray34 or Ray35 is any good?

[quote name='cclowend' timestamp='1403021973' post='2478958'] I haven't a clue how to quote. [/quote] Just press the Report button like I do. Simples. Seriously doe, dere's a Quote button at duh bottom right of each post.

[quote name='cclowend' timestamp='1403005427' post='2478714'] I myself asked a simple question the other day and was told to search the f*****g forum as it has already been discussed. No mods were contacted about this scathing attack and no tears were shed upon my Nokia lumia. I just took it as someone having a bad day/attitude/life and skipped merrily along my way. [/quote] Aye. I think you thought and acted wisely. I must admit I sometimes feel a DaFS or RtFM coming up, but it never reaches the keyboard. Then I either see whether I can answer, or walk away without a word if the question seems a trifle too lazy. [quote name='cclowend' timestamp='1403005427' post='2478714'] I like the plural of forum, very good. Sounds a bit like a flower. [/quote] Actually, I prefer "forums" for this particular type of Internet based forum, but the "fora" version is so hard-coded in my brain that it sometimes is used without me even knowing.

[quote name='cclowend' timestamp='1403001634' post='2478666'] Maybe these people should steer clear of forums and ask the opinions of people who know how they react in a safe and friendly non internet based environment. That's just my opinion. Please don't take it personally. [/quote] On the contrary, these people should be more tolerated, accepted and included in these fora.

[quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1403000091' post='2478640'] Not a scouser are you? [/quote] Demm! You guys are too quick for me. No, not a scouser, but I've been in Runcorn a few times. Does that count? Of course I just hit the wrong key, and really meant "fallow deer".

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1402992489' post='2478527'] I doubt we agree on too much but I like that you tell 'like it is' and if that makes you more a maverick I think I'd rather have that than a sycophant.. I think there is something to be said for not having a forum too cosy where you daren't or can't say anything that might upset a group or a sphere of influence... If it really needs saying...we need people to say it.. IMO. of course, they are sensitivities but hopefully, we aren't kids and the mods are generally good.... We are either a diverse community with all that entails for good and not so bad...to a degree... or we are a cheerleading group. [/quote] Well spoken, JTUK. You already know I fully agree with everything you ever say. I have all your records, and none of the bootlegs, and I love you with roe deer eyes. Seriously though, well spoken indeed. Thisnameistaken, I publicly apologise for having reported you so many times. I honestly tried to hit the quote button! Honest! But they are so illogically placed!

[quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1402994963' post='2478560'] balanced and fair. [/quote] Reminds me of Fox News: [URL=http://s1170.photobucket.com/user/basstractor1/media/FoxNews_zps05bb4b5c.png.html][IMG]http://i1170.photobucket.com/albums/r525/basstractor1/FoxNews_zps05bb4b5c.png[/IMG][/URL]

What Paul says. I can't remember ever having seen one of those on a synth, but I guess it's a cool Siel idea that was already present on the original Siel Orchestra. Dunno really, but Siel did have some weird, wonderful little ideas once in a while.

I'm sure you deserved it for stamina alone, even before the rest of your abilities. Congrats!

Very, very good. Applause!!!

Henry, you won't meet Kev at the Bass Camp. He still thinks it's gonna be in Leamington... ( This should've been in the Terribly Bad Jokes thread. Aplogies. )