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    In the scenarios that I had used it in up to the point of recordingt the video, I was pleased that it didn't seem to hit it's maximum microphone SPL. There were times, in very loud environments certain settings on that particular did eventually clip and tehrefore I'd suggest going for the H4 models - the non-32 bit version for example having a theoretical maximum microphone SPL of 140dB. Always set the levels manually, I am not a fan of autogain doing it's thing by itself as sometimes doesn't capture loud transients and.. well, that hurts through sensitive IEMs As @EBS_freak points out, there are many different reasons ambient monitoring may be needed. Even on a 'silent stage' just hearing your band mate calling the next song off mic, or hearing the audience is a useful. I like using the external device when a band doesn't mic up a whole kit (because the venue doesnt need it); the ambient monitor is a nice way to blend acoustic drums back in to an 'ampless stage' earphone mix. I can think of other scenarios, but you get the idea. I'm moving to either the Sensaphonics system or something similar with the mics on the IEMs themselves, as I love that I can leave everything on, walk away from the stage and use the pack and IEMs as active hearing protection when the DJ starts banging out the "classics" at 1 billion decibels ha ha!
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    Here's my (trimmed back) in-depth review of the Barefaced Audio flag ship speaker cabinet, the Big Twin 3! https://www.bassgearmag.com/barefaced-audio-raises-the-bar-again-bassic-review-barefaced-audio-big-twin-3-bass-enclosure/ The review also includes an HD video, pasted below. As always, bass reviews sound rubbish on little teeny tiny speakers not design for low end, so grab some decent cans or hooj floorstanders to appreciate the tones! (Ok, so YouTube is gonna strangle the audio, but hey, what can I do!)
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    Here's my original video about using Zoom recorders for ambient mixes. I'm building a solution (when I get round to it) that could be an interesting tool. The soldering iron needs to come out!
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    I forget how I used to do mine, but I think that yes, you'd either need to set the input for your bass to mono, or, worse case, buy an adaptor and send the mono signal in to a left and a right input at the same time if the previous way isnt an option - or, instead of an adaptor take the left and right inputs from a pedal or preamp.
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    Absolutely stunning!! I've been a fan of George's (and now yours!) ABII for a long while. I'd snap it up in an instance if my kidneys were worth selling!
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    That's the UK Dist' I'd be given too, hmmm, I find the universals not ideal as my poor lil ears have narrow canals. Full moulds are really the best way for me and if I were to, I'd need to go down that route rather than risk an ear piece fall out mid performance.
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    I do have a range of cabinets available including a notable FRFR beast, so it will be an interesting experiment that I may include in my Bass Gear Magazine video review.
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    I've asked for a technical contact at Boss, so I can probe further. The hardware hasn't arrived yet, so I haven't been able to try it myself. I'm intrigued as to how the calibration works. The calibration sounds heard aren't unlike those used to profile equipment in the likes of 'profiling processors'.
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    I think its like anything in IEM, when it is done properly, you really don't wanna go back to poor mono, congested and painful in-ear mixes on cheap IEMs. I guess it also depends on what you are happy to live with and whether or not the band budget will stretch to what is still perceived as a bit of a luxury.. hearing yourself properly! Horses.. courses..
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    I have a set in to review right now and it's a game changer!! Absolutely and utterly brilliant. I love th eonbbaord EQ and limiter as well as the extra onboard functions. I set the volume control up so I could quickly switch to hear people talking and then right back to gig level without straining, or having to remove an ear piece. Expect a video very soon!
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    I do still have my Marlin Sidewinder, my very first bass bought in 1989. It's not in a playable state at the moment though. However, that bass most definitely influenced my purchase of the bass that I have played the longest, my (1989) Power Jazz Bass Special (as seen in many of my videos). Hmm, thinking about it, was it the PJBS in magazine adverts that infleunced the purchase of the Marlin?? Which came first, who knows?? ha ha!! This isnt my Marlin , THAT advert from Bass Player Magazine in 1989. (Which blows my mind to think that as a teenager, I'd never have dreamed I would write for my favorite bass magazine in years to come! It took me until around 2003, maybe as late as 2006 to get my first Power Jazz Special. Here's what it looked like stock. And here's what it still looks like today with my usual chameleon flip paint finishes, EMG electronics..
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    I've more to add to the list and will do that as soon as I can. ITS GROWING!!! (You should see the size of my to do list as well! I'm not going to be running short of reviews any time soon, LETS DO THIS!!)
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    I won't let ya down!! In a world full of 5 minute review videos where the youtuber doesn't know their D Class from their DSPs, I am a slave to the details 😁. I'm really looking forward to this one, especially given the collection of onboard effects on paper seem really useable for the likes of the function / dep player.
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    I usually mention what strings I’m using, but if I don’t it’s D’Addario Roundwound 😉
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    Katana 500 and Cab arriving any day now for my usual 4k deep dive 😉
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    Overwater 6.

    Dood replied to Owen's topic in Basses For Sale

    Fair comment. I'd love to be a bit clsoer just to run my paws over a 36" Overwater! Not that I'll be buying any new toys for a considerable while!
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    A good trick is to trace out the current schematic (using the same symbols in the diagrams above). It's good practice anyway, but sometimes it helps to visualise where issues are!
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    Absolutely. The wiring you're describing is not stock and has been messed about with - especially as it doesn't work properly. If you desire the ability to switch the pickups from parallel to series, it can easily be done with the inclusion of a DPDT switch and you'll be able to have volume controls that work properly too. I've used this config on a PJ bass before - interestingly, a bass that had been suggested to have influenced the Boxer range in the first place, but I can't find any authenticity to that story. The series setting will sound a little louder and have more prominent mids in most cases (but not all, depending on the pickups of course - and make sure the phase is correct!!) So, if you are looking for truly stock, then use the diagram above, but if you're after more options, obviously, seek out a new schematic to follow
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    Comparing the diagram to the image of the harness, it's looking good. You can see what pins the pickups would have been connected to (absent) and the other shielded cables go to the expected components. You'll be looking at 250K Audio Taper pots for the two volumes and the TBX can be bought still if the one you have doesn't work. To be honest, there's nothing really unusual about the harness at all. It's a pretty standard set up, as you'd find in say, a standard jazz bass. Save for the inclusion of the TBX tone control. Finally, the P coils will be wired in series and will hum-buck. The switch configuration means that when it's in the central position the P coils and the J coil will be in parallel to each other which is exactly the same on my Power Jazz basses as well as... well.. countless other 2 pickup basses with one three way switch. (Gibson Les Pauls too etc etc) Good luck! They are great basses! I'm not actually a fan of VVT ha ha, I'd rewire it with a master volume, but of course that would leave you with a DFA control (I appreciate that might not translate, so here's Lee Sklar's Producer Control to explain) ha ha!
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    I also just found this old advert for a PJ555 harness too so you can see the components
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    I’ve three Power Jazz (PJ-755) basses (which are electrically different) but the manual covers some information you may or may not find interesting about the 555 too. https://www.fmicassets.com/Damroot/Original/10001/OM_leg_bass_Power_Jazz_Bass_Japan_1987.pdf
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    Totally! Skimpy top and turbo aircon already delivered! Watch the likes roll in.
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    ooops sorry, I did just read the above too… oh Lordy….
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    GR Bass 2x12 slim springs to mind.
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