waynepunkdude

This guy is awesome

The problem I have with lightweight heads is that I used to have a Superfly which was awful, has the technology moved on that much?

I used to but now I can't be arsed, I don't get paid to gig so if something goes wrong, nevermind.

Fur Elise by Ludwig Van Beethoven

[quote name='Rixy' post='1173710' date='Mar 23 2011, 07:26 PM']Ah, that sucks Are you in a band like that then? I wouldn't mind giving it a listen.[/quote] This is my old band, I'm in a couple ATM but nothing recorded.

[quote name='Rixy' post='1173699' date='Mar 23 2011, 07:17 PM']Derby, East midlands I can't jump into it straight away, as I have some studies and exams to get out of the way in a few months. Not to mention get new strings, new picks, new leads and a new strap as the lonely bassist inside of me has kind of given up a little bit and has moved onto banjo and acoustic guitar. But hey, I'm still trying to hang in there [/quote] Rubbish, if you'd been down here it would have been awesome, I think I've played with all the bands you sited in the OP would have loved to have done something.

[quote name='Rixy' post='1173690' date='Mar 23 2011, 07:09 PM']I believe that I am a decent bassist. I've been called "very good" by others, but I don't want to get cocky. While this is nice and all, I don't really have anyone to play with. I have friends, but they're not into music like I am. I'm really into the current UK Ska/Reggae/Punk scene: Sonic Boom Six, Mouthwash, JB Conspiracy, Jimmy the Squirrel, Stuck in 2nd etc. and it would be really fun to get into that kind of music. Problem is, I barely know any musicians that are into that kind of music. I have a friend I jam with sometimes, but he tends to go out of key all the time and frequently bends notes. I'd just be happy with a simple offbeat jam, but once again I'm kind of stuck in a rut as I don't know many people with similar tastes to mine. I was going to put up an advertisement, but I'm wondering whether I'd be able to play with other people in the first place. The only amp I have is a Roland Microcube. I fear it wouldn't have the volume to hang in with other musicians. I'm completely skint, and while I can play proficiently I can't even afford a decent intermediate bass. I guess what I'm wondering is what did you guys have when you started out playing in bands? Many I'm over thinking and I should just get out there and play? I'd really like to play some form of reggae or ska. I wouldn't mind hanging in the back and laying down some low riddims. I don't really expect to be Les Claypool or Victor Wooten. Do you guys have any advice on my little dilemma?[/quote] Where are you based?

Maybe an SVT3?

[quote name='alanbass1' post='1173658' date='Mar 23 2011, 06:46 PM']You should seriously consider a TC Electronics head (you can buy a rack mounting kit for these). They are less like the 'hi-fi' and more weighty sounding that other Class D designs I own/have owned. Certainly changed my view of what to expect in lightweight amps. As for cabs, I'm still not convinced by lightweight speakers/cabs. My solution was to get a pair of Bergantino HT/EX 112 cabs which are very portable but have the 'slam' that Neo's don't seem to deliver.[/quote] Cabs aren't a problem, my Ampeg is lighter than the head I've heard the TC heads have reliability problems, have you had any probs?

[quote name='JTUK' post='1173620' date='Mar 23 2011, 06:16 PM']This might be unpopular but the traditional Ampeg EQ stage is awful or rather limited, IMV. The only thing that saves it is the valve power amp so if you don't have that..????? But..it you can get along with the Ampeg pre section then I'd say 26 lbs for an amp and power amp is ok.[/quote] It's about 44lbs.

The more I think about the more I'm thinking about a LM II with a Sansamp, how loud are they?

[quote name='xgsjx' post='1173566' date='Mar 23 2011, 05:22 PM']What about one of the Markbass valve jobbies? They are a couple of £k tho.[/quote] HOW MUCH?!!!!!!

[quote name='Low End Bee' post='1173461' date='Mar 23 2011, 04:06 PM']Buld a rack case around a Terror ?[/quote] I like my DTR2000, I should have said.

[quote name='chris_b' post='1173458' date='Mar 23 2011, 04:03 PM']40 lbs is very heavy! I thought the 3PRO was heavy at 26 lbs! Do you use bridged mode or 2 ohms? You won't get those on many lightweight amps. You need a 900 watt amp to cover the 5PRO in 4 ohm mode. What about the GB Streamliner 900?[/quote] I only ever bridged it once as an experiment. I only ever use one side of the power amp at 4 OHMS TBH.

Fight to the death in car park is the only fair way plus it will bring in more punters.

I have an Ampeg SVT 5 and I love it although lately I have been looking for an SVT II but last night after practice I realised how f***ing heavy it is and the II will be heavier. I am considering the lightweight amp, I have looked at a Bass Terror, looks good but I want something rackable. Basically Ampeg too heavy but sounds good what should I get that's lighter but also sounds good?

I can collect in London.

"Dear Wayne, at the moment we can't officially say that we will make another Simpsons-bass again. We still not sure if we get the license again. But if you want to have another picture on the bass (pictures of whatever) I can make you a cutom own design. Many Greetings jens"

[quote name='Pete Academy' post='1170143' date='Mar 20 2011, 10:19 PM']I've heard worse. Quite entertaining, I thought.[/quote] Me too, once I heard this Stealy Dan tribute band.........

[quote name='Sheldon Dingwall' post='1170083' date='Mar 20 2011, 09:36 PM']Performance minded as in high-performance, as in us, F-bass, MTD, Roscoe, many others etc.[/quote] Fair play.

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' post='1170039' date='Mar 20 2011, 09:10 PM']Yep there good although he is using a five so he obviously has never heard of a de tuner or a B bass [/quote] Has it got fanned frets?