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[quote name='EskimoBassist' post='287921' date='Sep 20 2008, 11:53 AM']Hey, Firstly, sorry for starting my own thread to talk about this, i have used the search function and looked through numerous threads, but i have a few direct questions i was hoping someone could answer. I run quite a hot signal with a plethora of overdrive/fuzz units usually turned on and so i am looking for a compressor, preferably in stomp box form, to help even out my signal and prevent my amp (or someone else's amp perhaps more importantly) from being blown. And so [b]which Compressor would you suggest i purchase[/b]? I've read good things about the [b]Aphex Punch Factory[/b], the [b]EBS[/b] and the [b]BBE Opto Stomp[/b] all which seem within my price range of [b]£100[/b]. It is important that i buy a durable pedal and i do want it to be [b]transparent[/b] when turned on. Hence why i am willing to spend the extra as it seems that the Aphex may not be too road hardy. Thanks for your help, Rich[/quote] I've tried all three of these. IMHO the BBE and EBS are better than the Aphex in virtualy all areas. There really isn't much difference between the EBS and the BBE, except the price. The Demeter Compulator appears to be the high bar, but I've never used/heard one.

To handle stolen goods, Cash Converters or any subsequent owner must know or believe the goods to be stolen when they receive them, and "dishonestly" undertake their realisation or retention. The question of "dishonesty" has to pass a 2 part test - Firstly, according to the ordinary standards of reasonable and honest people, was what was done dishonest? Secondly, if it was dishonest by those standards, did the receiver realise that reasonable and honest people would regard its conduct as dishonest? - If it fails either test, it's not dishonest. Did Cash Converters go to reasonable lengths to ascertain ownership rights? How many checks or questions are reasonable? Does the person who buys from CC have a reasonable expectation that CC has checked the goods are not stolen and they have legal title to them? If the original owner has received a payout from the insurance company for the goods, the title of the goods pass to the insurance company. If the stolen item comes back into the possession of the original owner (paid out or not) or any other person or body who has claim of title on the property then the property ceases to become "stolen goods." Anyone buying or selling any property (stolen or not) without the permission of the original legal owner is liable to the original owner for the tort of ‘conversion’, which is a tort of strict liability, i.e. the knowledge or belief of the purchaser is irrelevant. Purchasers, including those who purchase in good faith from a legitimate dealer, may be sued for damages by the original owner, even if they have sold the property to someone else. The County Court may also issue an order requiring disclosure of records to trace the present owner of the property. I presume that the insurance company could claim against CC and the person they sold the goods to, as they would be acting as agents on behalf of the original owner, with whom they have a legal contract. So, there are both criminal and civil aspects that need to be clarified regarding timescales / actions taken / actions not taken / enquiries made/ not made etc etc Any clearer?

[quote name='silverfoxnik' post='285662' date='Sep 17 2008, 10:51 AM']I think someone has offered to do some taxi work on the day to help with this, so maybe it would be useful for people to give an idea of when they're aiming to get there on the day? I think it was Hamster....[/quote] Indeed-de-doodly I'm aiming to be there for 10am ish, but have to leave by 1.30pm (as I've just been told about band rehersals) If you want a lift from/to a nearby station around those times PM me for my mobile number and give me a call when you're 15mins or so from the station - I'll come and get you Hamster

I expect you've done youtube? This is a pretty good effort and you can see all those little octave slides and passing notes

[quote name='TimmyC' post='284882' date='Sep 16 2008, 11:42 AM']Looks like teal isn't the most desirable colour... [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Musicman-Sterling-Bass-Guitar_W0QQitemZ280265831901QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item280265831901&_trkparms=39%3A1|66%3A2|65%3A2|240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Musicman-Sterling-Ba...id=p3286.c0.m14[/url] Edit: Maybe due to low feedback?[/quote] I v e r y nearly put in a bid on that one too! Got to buy a new laptop though

[quote name='BassManKev' post='285269' date='Sep 16 2008, 05:52 PM']yes yes that is exactlyyyyyyyyy how it sounds, brilliant by the way,other great advantages your about to discover include only having to tune your bass when you change strings (the neck doesnt budge), and you dont have to worry about adjusting intonation in the summer or winter months (graphite is not effected by temperature changes)[/quote] A big downside is that you must be really careful if playing underneath very low high voltage power lines

There's a review here: - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=4207"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=4207[/url] Hamster

Quite a few recommended here - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=26654"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=26654[/url]

Whilst on hols in Portugal I spied a few SX basses in a music shop - €220, which is around £173! As a £99 bass they're ok, but at that money?

There are a few links to give you a bit more info here - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=248"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=248[/url] Hamster

[quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='282738' date='Sep 12 2008, 04:05 PM']That's gorgeous Colin- my favourite finish on a Stingray. Good effort and great price!![/quote] Thanks Nick I haven't collected it yet but the teal's growing on me. Hard to tell but the wood grain looks reasonable. Maybe the black scratchplate makes the body a bit dark? Maybe a maple neck? I was after a black Stingray to gig with as I have a black Sub4 which would become my back up - probably just OCD or advanced analism on my part! I can feel a "which scratchplate" thread coming on and maybe a "wanted - SR4 maple neck" in the wanted forum :wacko:

I've been looking for a black Stingray for a while, and whilst waiting I put in a lowish bid on a 1997 teal SR4 on evilbay, not expecting to win it - but I did [attachment=13268:c988_1.JPG] [attachment=13269:0058_1.JPG] [attachment=13270:d790_1.JPG] [attachment=13271:e4c4_1.JPG] [attachment=13272:f298_1.JPG] Not my first body/neck finish choice, but a reasonable score at £488 Was it anyone on here selling? Hamster

I'll be the first to admit I'm not so sure on how to get the best out of different room acoustics (low ceiling, high ceiling, pillars, soft surfaces, hard surfaces etc) by speaker placement and EQ adjustment Hamster

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Lakland or Musicman Bongo, either 4 or 5 strings. IMHO nothing will get near these two basses for versatility inside £1k. Hamster

I've heard nothing but good reports about this place - [url="http://www.guitaremporium.co.uk/"]http://www.guitaremporium.co.uk/[/url] I think he posts on the forum as well. Hamster

I live very close to Guildford, but am happy to give a lift to anyone who needs it from the KT15 area. I'm also happy to run a bass taxi service to and from Guildford train station / local bus stops for anyone without wheels. Hamster

Jim Cairnes is a luthier who hails from Redcar, Middlesborough. It's probably one of his. No idea of the value mind, I'm sure you'll get a few more replies soon. Hamster

[quote name='warwickhunt' post='278319' date='Sep 6 2008, 12:07 AM']I'm sure it's just me but I HATE that 'Dale Winton' look on the front of the headstock![/quote] Careful - you're gonna upset several SX owners by that remark!

Most anything from The Beach Boys. For some reason they always remind me of hot summers spent messing around doing nothing

[quote name='phil_the_bassist' post='277626' date='Sep 5 2008, 10:01 AM']I think we'll need some 250gauge strings and a 160" scale length to keep that tuning![/quote] Isn't Dood's Shuker like that?

[quote name='WalMan' post='271932' date='Aug 28 2008, 05:57 PM']......unless they need a bass orchestra.....[/quote] I'm up for that - we could have a go at this little tune I discovered

Thought it was very good As mentioned by S.P, the overall timing wandered a bit but keep at it!

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