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I still get plenty of advice to go for two 1x12 x 2....which makes sense. I also am advised that 1x12s are only a little lighter when neo, and not really worth it for the slight loss of ceramic 'grunt'. Eg, if its a 1x12 get the best ceramic 1x12.This was from a professional player who owns his own store. Hmmm.

If you are a fan of 4x12s and you want lighter than you have, you should definitely at least try the Bergantino NV412. That is lighter than most 4x12s can ever hope to be, and is extremely well made. Or, you can do what I did and go for two 2x12 cabs, with casters. Mine are Aguilar DBs.....fairly pricey, but those 12s are so fat, aggressive, responsive and articulate. Plenty of options. Or....how about Genz Benz 2x12s x 2....they are quite light cabs. Good thing about having two cabs is take two to large gigs or one to small gigs!

[quote name='Moos3h' post='595405' date='Sep 11 2009, 09:25 AM']So what do we actually MAKE over here, and where do those profits go once your cash is in the till of the retailer? Take Ashdown as an example, yes they are a British company, but aren't MAGs made in China? Therefore does buying a MAG over something from a company like Behringer really do much good for 'keeping it British'? Cheers, James[/quote] Orange Amps/Cabs are made in England. The only ones that aren't are the Terror Range, the smaller less expensive guitar cabs, and the Crush Combos.

Hmm This is odd. The DJ5 and JO5 were my GAS list for 5 string bass....so now I might just give it a few more months and see what else happens! If they have new colours...thatll be awesome. I like the JO, but the DJs block inlays are superb. Anyone compared the two tonally? Weight etc?

[quote name='urban Bassman' post='594530' date='Sep 10 2009, 09:13 AM']Pedaltrain - Make great pedal boards, come with a case or a bag as well. I've got a Pedal Train Junior which has two pedals and my TC Electronics Foot Controller and there's more than enough space for a another pedal if I wanted. I got a power supply from Maplin which works well, i've mounted on the underside of the board so it doesn't take up any space on the top of the board. [url="http://www.pedaltrain.com/Home/Pedaltrain_JR"]http://www.pedaltrain.com/Home/Pedaltrain_JR[/url] and one of these... [url="http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?moduleno=31292"]http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?moduleno=31292[/url] Hope this helps![/quote] Thanks Im currently looking around, never realised how many options there are! The Gator looks good as I can just buy it powered and it wont be too heavy in the carry bag. Plus, I wont use it that much so a smaller one is best....as long as I can get 3-4 on it im happy.

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[quote name='EssentialTension' post='595044' date='Sep 10 2009, 07:28 PM']Are you near enough to go and see it, try it, first?[/quote] Nah.....right up in Scotland! If they could guarantee it was actually brand new and not ex demo...id be more serious about it.

[quote name='mildmanofrock' post='594988' date='Sep 10 2009, 06:35 PM']I can only recommend the Barefaced Big One. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=59276"]I've reviewed it here.[/url][/quote] Cheers....but its too big

Awesome bass, awesome colour. Long live Fender

[quote name='EssentialTension' post='594970' date='Sep 10 2009, 06:18 PM']If that's where I think it is, then I considered that one too. Did you ring them? I wasn't tempted enough by the price compared to what I played for non-display that was local and I could actually try first and easily take back for service if needs be.[/quote] Yeah you probably found it too. I asked on price on a new stock item and he said £1480, so I said no chance. I cant decide! They said I have a 7 day money back guarantee!

Well Ive scouted about (like the connection!) and ive managed to find one of these amps that is new, the one with one input, with all the mesa bits apart from the box. Its been on display as most amps have, but watched over carefully. Im not going to say how much....haha....or where...yet, as I might just get it. Put it this way, its less than £1100 brand new! Do I trust the store and go ahead? Thanks

Nowt wrong with that B

Looks like a good bit of kit. Who has tried the head through larger cabinets???!?!?!

[quote name='Finbar' post='594280' date='Sep 9 2009, 08:41 PM']I would say yes to anybody using more than to pedals - you would benefit from a board. Until you've done it, you just can't appreciate how much simpler it is turning up to a practice or gig and plugging two cables and one plug in, and then every pedal is working, the right spacing away from each other, with all your settings intact and minimal travel/breakages on your patch leads. Not all pedalboards have to be big, and if you go the DIY route, you can get something exactly the size you need. As for powering them, the TU-2 uses a 9v supply, as does the BDDI (I assume!). The Tonehammer runs off 18v, but you can get a voltage doubler to plug into a 9v plug (I do this on my board), and the DL4 will also run off the same 9v supply if you have the correct adapter (again, I do this with no problems). So you only need one power supply with a single daisy chain cable and a couple of adapters. .[/quote] Id qiote like to do it with a proper board and the proper power blocks etc.... Is it best to get one of those Dunlop brick things?! Ive no idea where to look for boards....id prefer not to have to attach them by something thatll mark the paint on them. Maybe this but larger? [url="http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gator-powered-pedalboard-black--56833"]http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gator-powered...rd-black--56833[/url]

[quote name='Delberthot' post='594271' date='Sep 9 2009, 08:31 PM']I'm in the exactly the same boat right now so I'm looking forward to the replies. I have a Korg pedal tuner, Boss OC-2, a DI box and may get another pedal in the future like a flanger or similar. The main reason I would like a powered board if possible is simply to have everything permanently connected and neat & tidy. It's just a mass of cables at present[/quote] +1 thats my thoughts too. Im not a mad effects user....but it would be handy.

Hi Not sure If I need a full board really. What do you think? Would it make life easier? Using: Sanamp BDDI Boss Tuner Line 6 Guitar Delay DL4 (quite a hefty bit of kit) Will be adding an Aguilar Tonehammer for different tones and different crunch cf to the BDDI 4 pedals max....I doubt ill get anymore. The Line 6 is only on there for when Im using guitar....although never tried it with bass, (the delay on this thing is very very nice!). Is there any point in a powered board? They are all virtually different power supplies, and tbh I could just use the BDDI or Tonehammer plus Tuner for bass. But, might be nice to have it all in one package. Any ideas? I have no knowledge on effects boards and power supplies. The Line 6 has its own plug because its quite power hungry, the rest are usually battery. I might add one or two in the future.

Hey chaps/ladies As a summary - Im a pro 28 year old bassist looking for a good standard band in London, preferably fairly professional. I play punk/hardcore/indie/post punk/rock/electro etc etc. Want to know more? Please read on..... I am a bass player (+ vocals) looking for a decent band to join in the London area. Right, to start I’ll tell you a little about me! Just so you know, I enjoy bass a lot more than guitar....im not just a guitarist trying to play bass. I can write the odd tune on guitar, so I can put input into the band as well as provide good bass skills and help with vocals. Previous bands: I’ve mainly played the louder side of the spectrum up to now. I have been in a fair few bands, and 2/3 of them have been quite professional. I have played anything from the more obscure and rhythmical types of music like the Mars Volta and Radiohead, to a covers band covering Led Zeppelin/The Beatles/Supergrass, to a band playing full on hardcore punk like Comeback Kid, Champion and Dead Swans, to a band playing psychedelic shoegaze like My Bloody Valentine. In between all these bands, I have had side projects playing anything from raw early emo, to electronic melodic indie, to the more standard indie like The Strokes, The Futureheads, Bloc Party, Joy Division, The Editors and Interpol. I have played some very professional venues, and been on tour 3-4 times across the country. Overall – I have a lot of experience, and I pick songs up very quickly. I am by no means a complete professional, but I can play to a high standard and I keep time/rhythm very well. Once I know a song properly, I can add all sorts to it to make it more interesting. I do not like sticking to route notes! Expect bass runs and little solos. Side note – I can easily handle backing vocals no problem. I have been doing this for a few years now, all the way from harmonies to the more aggressive screaming. New band I am looking for: Now this is where it becomes interesting. I like a lot of music ranging from blisteringly fast/heavy, to slow and melodic. I currently play in this band www.myspace.com/thedepartedgyhc Id love to try something in the vein of the new dirty rock n roll hardcore....bluesy riffs but heavy and catchy! I would also enjoy playing more punk or hardcore. That gives you an idea of the heavier/faster music I like. For example, Comeback Kid, Dead Swans, Champion, Gorilla Biscuits, No Use For A Name, NOFX, Lagwagon, Ignite, Strung Out, Bring Me The Horizon, The Architects, Underoath, Every Time I Die, Converge, Cave-In, ISIS, Rancid, Pennywise, H20, Descendants, Strike Anywhere, Cancer Bats, Ghost Of A Thosand, The Bronx, The Plight, BANE, Weezer. I also would like to play something along the lines of Interpol/Joy Division/The Editors/Arcade Fire/The Smiths with strong melodic basslines. Anything in the ball park of Bloc Party, The Stokes, Kings of Leon, The Rapture, LCD Soundsystem, Biffy Clyro would be great. Anything from the good era (eg before it became a joke) of ‘emo’ would be considered like The Get Up Kids, Jimmy Eat World, Appleseed Cast, Rilo Kiley. Contact Please email me to discuss anything. [email protected] NOTE: please on reply if you are serious about me potentially joining an an ongoing band. I have been messed around a fair few times and all I want to do is play and enjoy! I do not want something that takes months and months to get started. I move to South London (near to Woolwich/Greenwich) in the second week of January 2010, and I want a new band asap. I'd prefer the band to be as professional, yet fun, as possible. Good guitarists with a good sense of melody and solid drummers please....

I want one but I cant justify the NEW price tag. £1400?!