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[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1485190299' post='3221939'] I've just found out that the status of my main band has been downgraded from 'taking a break until May' to 'wound up altogether unless something remarkable happens in 2018' ! [/quote] Sad times. Sorry to hear that!

[quote name='madshadows' timestamp='1485114448' post='3221253'] ...f@ck cancer !! John [/quote] Having lost two dear friends recently and another enduring chemo right now, I have no words. Just so, so sad.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTEFKFiXSx4 Just can't get this ear worm out....

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1485010512' post='3220385'] It's all getting a bit MacGyver in these parts! :-p [/quote] Love it!

[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1484990824' post='3220173'] I have a Zoom h4, which might do all of this: stereo mikes for ambient, desk feed into one line channel, bass into the other line input, in 4 channel mode make up a nice mix and iems in the headphone socket. Would this work? [/quote] Yup! I was thinking that my Q8 would do exactly the same too! I just didn't want to take a full camera with me all the time! let us know if you try it!

[quote name='Cosmo Valdemar' timestamp='1484818262' post='3218649'] [url="http://www.tech21nyc.com/products/sansamp/geddysansamp.html"]http://www.tech21nyc...ddysansamp.html[/url] 'Parallel pre-amping' - sounds interesting! [/quote] Looks like a really nice piece and will sit nicely alongside the likes of DarkGlass and EBS Sheehan pedals (or the Ampeg BSP rack of course!) that offer up the parallel pre-amping design too. So maybe not 'unique' as the blurb suggests. That said, the more the merrier.

[quote name='AdamWoodBass' timestamp='1484917368' post='3219667'] Hey everyone As always, your input is much appreciated! Cheers Adam [/quote] [quote]So I've been thinking about a custom bass for a while now. I have a pretty good idea of what I want from a bass and have come to the conclusion that investing in a made to measure custom instrument is something that I'd really like to do. I'm a bit of a way off having the cash at the moment but starting to save towards it (from what I've seen a decent custom bass is not exactly pocket money).[/quote] I think it's a brilliant idea and you will no doubt be swamped with opinions and lots of information that will guide you. I Think Rob is correct above in that saying that it is a good idea to know what it is that you are looking for and that comes from playing bass after bass to see what it is you like and don't like. Especially for example in my case where I essentially played the same instruments for years over many gigs and recording sessions. I knew them inside and out so had a clear view of what I needed. HOWEVER - I would say that there are some Luthiers who only 'do their thing' and thus you will have limited options that could be swung by what they want you to have rather than what it is your heart and head truly desires. A Luthier who is an expert and highly regarded and someone who really listens and knows how to build in the aspects that you need but at the same time guide you on what could and may not work will reward you with an instrument for a life time. One of my instruments is coming up to ten years service now, another on 8 - and well, not surprisingly another is planned from the same person. [quote]My question is for those of you who have taken the plunge and bought a custom instrument. What was your experience? Who did you go with? What sort of things about the experience are important to you? What do you tend to look for in a luthier? Do you feel like it was value for money? Anything you wish you would have known before hand? Where there any horror stories? Did your finished instrument meet your expectations?[/quote] My experience was an exceptional one - a joy to build up a relationship with 'my' luthier and to exchange ideas, slowly moulding what became a very cool bass indeed. What was important? Well, I actually pitched my plan to a number of luthiers at the time - some since gone out of business and I have to say one or two either said they couldn't do it, or just didn't really 'get it'. So, being able to understand what it was that I was pitching was important in the first instance as my instrument was a little different under the bonnet. I look for flexibility and an incredible eye for detail as well as a proven record in creating well rounded instruments and not just for a specific genre. Oh my yes was it value for money! The Luthier in question easily matches the very top names across the world for his ability yet in the grand scheme of things he's on our doorstep. I have to say that my bass exceeded expectations and as for needing to know anything before hand - well, I suppose I've got a fairly insatiable desire to understand instruments, so sort of knew what was required beforehand. That said, we spoke at length pretty much about every detail! [quote]I'm looking to gather as much information as possible before I start on this journey as I really want this bass to be something I'm still playing in 10-20 years.[/quote] Yup, gathering as much information is definitely the right place to start - take your time and head out to as many shops as possible to try out basses. Of course get to The London Bass Show too! I'll be there and will be happy to natter! [quote]I'd love to support a "British" builder if possible but more importantly it's about choosing the "right" builder for me so recommendations are welcome. I have a couple of builders in mind some British some not. I'm hoping to start having some conversations with builders a bit later this year when I am ready to make a deposit.[/quote] In the Uk we are very lucky to have some amazing Luthiers. I've met many and I stand by my views on them - and for you, very lucky to have one of the best a stone's throw from where you are (kinda) - I would whole-heartedly recommend you book in a visit to Jon Shuker at www.ShukerGuitars.co.uk - Have a look at his website galleries to see what he is capable of. Start with a highly regarded precision bass, or Jazz, 4,5,6,7 strings, classic woods or sexy tops but every single instrument crafted with every detail in mind. I know that you'll get many agreeing here.

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1484913968' post='3219625'] Does it involve mic stands? Does it involve clip on mics? Explored that avenue before... [/quote] No and no!

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1484907049' post='3219523'] ACS Live systen on the cheap! [/quote] Exactly my plan. I've actually a super brilliant idea for a gadget that I think would be of interest to a lot of people not being able to shell out on such a system but also have added flexibility that the ACS Live system doesn't have. (That's not saying that the ACS lacks anything of course!)

[quote name='simon_says' timestamp='1484905771' post='3219507'] What a great idea! {snip} Great result all round! [/quote] Excellent! I'm really pleased! It's an idea I've had and not really had a chance to try out for ages. I'm yet to get an H1 but certainly the results with my Q8 (and old Q3HD) were very good. Zoom's stereo audio handheld recorders and cameras are pretty ace across the board but I think this simple 'hack' has me totally sold even if it is not really what the device was designed for. I guess I should do a video when I get mine! Dan

Why not go the whole hog and have a separate neck for each string!

[quote name='tauzero' timestamp='1484662387' post='3217256'] Having read [url="https://gear-otaku.blogspot.co.uk/2017/01/zoom-b3n-bass-multi-effect.html"]https://gear-otaku.b...lti-effect.html[/url] (I love Google Translate), presumably access has been suspended until the official announcement in two days time at NAMM. [/quote] Yup.