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Cheers guys, much appreciated, will give it a go.

I love my heavy relic Jazz, yes I know the heavy relic can be a bit extreme but for me it's less about the looks and more about the feel. There is one but; when I first got my LL the level of tarnish on the metal work was low but one year on the pup screws and bridge saddles/springs/screws are in a pretty advanced state of corrosion to the point where I'm considering replacing them. So a couple of quick questions, has anyone else experienced this and has anyone done any swap outs (and if so what with)?

We recently sold a pair of Hysis 1s for £125 so £100-150 would be about the benchmark. They are fine as vocal cabs but we found they hit their limits fairly quickly when putting backing tracks or instruments through them. We changed to HK Audio PR:O12 s, the improvement was massive.

Looking at the actives, these look more 'semi-domestic' to me, not really suited for high volume/big areas. I'd limit them to vox and play with the EQ to minimise mud.

[quote name='chrismuzz' timestamp='1429611231' post='2753077'] I use Markbass cabs and prefer them to any other mass produced ones I've tried. I really don't like Ampeg any more! To compare the two, MB will be insanely louder, and you will actually get some upper mids/treble through over the guitars and drums [/quote] I'm (unsuprisingly) with Chris here. MB cabs can get some stick but I find them a good match for my LM3 head. A pair of NY121s works very nicely up to the point where you'd be DI'ing anyway. Not sure if the 151 would be needed but I like to use matched cabs in pairs YMMV.

Without any further info - the first thing I'd do, assuming you're just using a pair of tops, is put all instruments through a backline and leave the PA for vox only. We only put instruments through if we're using our active subs so they can take the LF strain and the 12" tops (800W program - but doesn't guarantee lack of 'mud' if the input is taxing) can do their thing on the higher freq programme.

[quote name='White Cloud' timestamp='1427223388' post='2727557'] When I die I would like Rickenbacker to manufacture my coffin. [/quote] Me too but it would need to be without binding. A coffinV63 if you like....

[quote name='Bassman Steve' timestamp='1426943315' post='2723748'] Bet they're great for metal! :-) [/quote] Must get a like button!

[quote name='Bronner' timestamp='1426938632' post='2723670'] You are mistaken: I didn't know this when I first posted this thread, but after looking into it, it's clear that the Rickenbacker company has a negative history with this website (and several other websites) all relating to allegations that Rickenbacker tries to strong-arm websites and opinions about their products. Correct me if I'm wrong, but Rickenbacker threatened to sue this site. It seems they did that to other websites and to people who posted unfavorable reviews of their instruments. That tactic backfires with me. I write under my own name. I have a low opinion about the brand, and a lesser opinion about the company in seeing the number of complaints all over the Web. Rickenbacker is a Paper Tiger. They would be defretted under California law if it can be shown they engage in these tactics. [/quote] Please don't let opinions get in the way of facts. If you care to read the threads on this site regarding the BC 'issue' with RIC it was primarily due to the requirement for BC to ensure that RIC copywrite/intellectual property was not being infringed. Namely guaranteeing that copies were not being sold through the BC site. You don't like Rics....I think we all get that now, you appear to be making a one-man mission of it. Some days i get up and play my Jazz, other days my Rick, I like both. Why did I spend £1500 on a Rick - because I can, and there is never a time when I pick it up that it doesn't put a smile on my face so it was worth it. Is it better than my Jazz, no just different and vice versa. Let the crusade go, life is too short. I suspect you won't but maybe you'll suprise me.

Sold Dan a MB SuperSynth pedal. Great guy to deal with

Well BRX it'll be a steep learning curve for me on the Miniak, my last synth was a Roland SH09.....great bass sound as long as the oscillator was stable. Fortunately the band has a good programmer so I'll rely on him for the sounds.

Cheers Pete. I take it the latency is less like a MB SuperSynth (which I found excellent) and more like the Boss SYB5 (which is hopeless)? In the end I went for the MiniAK - we'll see if I can rejuvenate my keyboard skills......

There's a miniak on there at the minute for £150 but it's collection only in London......bugger.

Thanks for the advice so far guys. Looking at a miniak for sure.....think you got a steal on the Mininova Molan.

[quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1424521082' post='2697236'] The microkorg can make some decent noises, I have one here. It wouldn't be my first choice for a bass synth if money was no object, but it can certainly do it, and is cheap / reliable and easily obtainable. Do you want to use it with keys or a footpedal? [/quote] Looking at keys at the minute Wil but would also like midi in to have option of using a midi controller from the Bass.

Thanks for the advice. Yes, I'd love a moog but can't really justify one. What about something like the micro korg.....would that stand up?

Any suggestions for a small sub-£200 (used) gig worthy bass synth. Looking to fill the low end on some early 80s electronica. The main keys guy has loads of stuff but only 2 hands....

[quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1424083698' post='2692286'] It's time for Noel to hang up his guitar, buy an organic cheese farm and invite David Cameron over for tipples on New Year's Eve [/quote] I think Noel's just got to the point where he's using the tactic of taking a bash at other artistes to deflect from the fact that his output is now pretty mediocre. I believe he sees himself as timeless as Mr Weller - unfortunately I think his best years are behind him. Shame, I quite liked Definitely Maybe.....

I've found that some of it comes down to how it hangs. I had a Warwick Thumb BO4 that was about 8.5lbs and because it was a little neck heavy it felt much heavier than the Stingray 30th I had that was going on 10lb.