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    Advice please on Steinberger EUBs

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    14 hours ago, Opticaleye said:

    I have an early CR4M too and the DB sound is very good. I use DB strings (Spirocores) and a hair scrunchy around the bridge to curb sustain.

    I've had Helicore Hybrids on for nearly two decades, but I recently thought I'd experiment so I'm trying some synthetics at the mo.

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    in EUB and Double Bass

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    I have innovation Rockabillys on my doghouse and I actually play very little slap at the mo. They're slightly higher tension than the Golden Slaps I'm experimenting with; at the moment I prefer the rockabillys.

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    Removable Neck Conversion

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    Well everyone I’ve asked so far has said they can’t or won’t do it! 

    The SLB 100 is the only EUB with a full body curve (as far as I can tell) and that’s the reason I want to make this work. Even the MK (like the SLB200) only has a partial body. 

    Harumph!

    Removable Neck Conversion

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    Hi guys. My new SLB100 might become a vehicle for all sorts of craziness, but right now I think it's screaming out for a removable neck conversion. Is there anyone in the UK who would do such a thing? I've messaged Sam Wells as he's local but has anyone had one done?

     

    Ta!

     

    Crackly Pickup

    in EUB and Double Bass

    Posted

    Just now, steviedee said:

    Cheers Dan that's very helpful. Are the j-Tones any good? They are very cheap and there is one that looks very like a bass max.

    That's the one I use on my doghouse and whilst I've not compared it to a BassMax, I really like it's sound. Of course, like all these pickups it relies on the preamp to make the most of it.

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    Swingmasters, Golden Slaps or....?

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    35 minutes ago, mr zed said:

    Well, you know where I am Dan. My Golden Slaps are available for you to try and if you like them, they are for sale. If you don't like them, take them off and give them back to me. Risk free 😊

    Wow! I was reluctant to take you up in case I liked them too much and had to take them off! I used to be so much more active here; I forgot how nice everyone is!

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    Swingmasters, Golden Slaps or....?

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    2 hours ago, Marc S said:

    Innovation Silvers take a little while to settle in. They aren't terribly loud, but I've only got much higher tension strings to compare them with.
    I've a feeling they have got a bit louder as they've aged - but that's only a "feeling" could easily be my imagination lol

    I think I just need to hang fire and hold out for some second hand strings!!

    Swingmasters, Golden Slaps or....?

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    15 hours ago, PaulKing said:

    Never slapped Helicore or Obligatos, but the Innovation Braided orchestrals have good dark slap sound. Only trouble is the concert pitch set will be a bit high tension ... the solo set are much nicer for slapping - one of my preferred strings for slap in fact, they are comparable to the MUCH more expensive Evah slaps.

    I'd like to think my hand strength isn't too bad (although my technique could use a bit of work). I've string it up with the braided and see...

    Triggering electric drums with custom pedals

    in Repairs and Technical

    Posted

    I play in a trio and a guitarist/mandolinist/gobharpguy plays a bass drum with one foot and a tambourine with another (and sings). The challenge is always timing, the technical aspect is easy! The piano switches won't be touch sensitive so you'll just have on/off at whatever velocity/volume your drum brain is programmed at, but it'll work.

    Which J-Tone are you using?

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    2 minutes ago, Blartfactor10 said:

    I have used the doubler in the past but I ended up chopping one Piezo, The big single works just fine, the double seemed to thin out the sound on my ply bass. These pickups are as good as any on the market selling for three times the price. If you bought a double and didn't like it you could easily chop it and solder a Female Jack socket on then keep as a spare. Its the best value wing Pup IMO.

    Thanks for your input. I'm very happy with my Big Single on the doghouse; I might buy another!

    Which J-Tone are you using?

    in EUB and Double Bass

    Swingmasters, Golden Slaps or....?

    in EUB and Double Bass

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    Yet another of these threads! 

    I have Innovation Rockabilly Blacks on my doghouse, Helicore Hybrid Mediums on my NS and (I think) Obligatos on my new SLB100. I also have some Innovation Honey Jazz and Braided Orchestrals in a box somewhere. 

    I want to move a bit more toward slap on the SLB since I can install a J-Tone under the fingerboard and I've got a Zoom A3 to properly EQ everything. I don't mind slapping on the doghouse or the NS (obviously the Helicore's are a bit more hard work).

    I'd rather not take the strings off the doghouse, but do any of my other strings lean towards a good slap tone (in your experience)? I don't have much time to be switching strings and tuning and plugging in and then trying to figure out what it sounded like 3 sets ago. I'm keen to hear your experiences, and whether or not I can justify a £100 expense the same month I need car insurance and a new phone!!!

    Also, I like hearing your opinions!

     

    Problem with Phil Jones Briefcase

    in Amps and Cabs

    Posted

    On 29/05/2019 at 01:07, Ben Mays said:

     

    So after 5 gigs in a row, losing bass first set,  first song,  I think the Gods of Thunder are trying to tell me something.

     

    Your experiences are our collective worst nightmare. Equipment failing on a gig is so stressful. Hopefully you're soaking up all the bad juju and we'll all be fine this weekend!!

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