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I'm not a ampeg player, previously preferring SWR and now Aguilar db750, but I tested a few rehearsals with the v7 and I have to admit in band context it does all the classic tones (svt/B4/b15) well. Plenty of power for a full thrash metal band. The integrated comp, tube circuit switch, grit and Tone controls make it a very versatile machine. Build quality has yet to be established but six months in they're still pleased with their decision.

Our rehearsal place just kitted out their rooms (about 15) with full Venture stuff, replacing the old svt3. The fact that they're going with this instead of the DIY repairables says a lot. They do their homework.

Cowbell! Of our five-piece cowbell section the soloists alway get in a ringing war with eachother. Unbearable!

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But it's a toy you said? No validation for studio volumes? Something with a marvellous tone that can be micced on stage? Anyway, Hevos used to have some colour options. Laney has the lx15 in red, Phil Jones has some too. Tolexing in itself isn't that hard to do, or expensive.

I knew what this would be as soon as I finished reading the thread - either an NS2000 or a Q4. Sellers never seem to know what these basses are!

I'd not order anything that's not currently in stock without getting written confirmation that it's definitely coming in.

Hah cool!

In the past both Thomann and Bax have facilitated similar questions without problems for me. One being a flightcase for a b.c. Rich Beast bass, not the easiest of shapes to fit in something!

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Earwax completely blocking the ear canal can seem like deafness, like having your ears under the water. The brain doesn't differentiate between signal loss from the inner ear, middle or outer ear, and can start acting up from lack of input. More likely is the prolonged wearing of the headphones which can lead to fatigue. My tinnitus has been with me for about 15 years, and has inspired me to change profession.

You'd have to tune it sharp though

It's just the sound you're used to.

The rehearsal place that I patron just kitted out a dozen of their rooms with V7s, replacing their old svt3s. These guys usually do their homework, if they trust the amps there must be something good about them. I played with one for 30 minutes, it seems to do all the ampeg sounds. No match for my Aguilar db750, but great if ampeg is your cup of tea.

Table salt is a good substitute for baking soda for this application.

The GR 350 combined with a mix of 112 or 210 cabs I think would be fine for all those scenarios. For instance the Darkglass 112 and 210 or two 112s. I am currently using the Dg 212 and it is more than capable in a metal band with a battleship drummer and two full stack guitarists. The amp doesn't need to go beyond 9 o'clock. Aguilar Tonehammer 500 could be worth looking at too. The GR looks very convenient but I haven't heard one live yet.

Thread revival after 14 years, not bad! Reading back it's been resolved with fresh strings and a normal setup.

I used a rolled up towel for years. Got a wooden neck cradle for fathers day last year, a bit like this: Not sure which method I prefer

I'd take my bass to a store to try some pedals out first hand of I were you. Personally I didn't like the mxr drive/distortion pedals with my Spector or Stingray 5. I do like a Zvex like the distortron, a tube preamp like Verellen Meatsmoke, and am currently having a lot of fun with a RAT pedal.

Sealed cabs will explode obviously so make sure yours is ported. And keep it dry, a good flight case should do.

What sound are you after? Are you listening in band situation or bedroom/solo? Here's a bit wit Rex Brown to show how much clank he has in his signal, in the mix it still sounds huge.

Your banana is very interesting!

Old school death metal you say? Florida style (Death,Obituary,Morbid Angel) British (Bolt Thrower, first two Paradise Lost albums) or Goteborg (Entombed, Dismember, At The Gates)?