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1 hour ago, hiram.k.hackenbacker said:

I don’t think that amp does and I think Loz would have sussed that out if it did 😜.

It really is a dead cheap little thing, so no mute, but it does sound wonderful

1 hour ago, Bobthedog said:

My Bergantino comes with instruction to always switch on the mute button before switching off. A good simple idea - if you have a mute button. 

Really good practice - I always do this with amps with a mute feature

2 hours ago, John Cribbin said:

I've always figured it's a factor of a given design. If there was a simple solution, it would have been designed out at the R&D stage.

I don’t know for sure but suspect there’s something in this (and the Hotone is a very inexpensive unit). Just wonder if anybody has an easy workaround/fix?

Thanks both - yes, I always have both gain and volume on zero before switch-on.  And yes, TE - wow, quite a serious bump from pretty much all the amps I've had - and that's a good few!

Just a quick one... I recently acquired a Hotone Nano Legacy Thunder Bass (5w class A micro amp).  I won't go into the detail here, but it's an extraordinary little thing - phenomenal preamp!  However, I notice that there's quite a loud (not mad but unusually noisy) 'bump' from the speakers as I turn it on.  I know this bump isn't unusual in general and I've had it from various TE, EBS and other SS amps.  Does anybody know of a way around it?  I've tried turning on the amp and then connecting the speaker cable to the cab - 'still get the bump.  Maybe there's some trick that I've missed?  Any advice would be very welcome 

I've been working through a similar process to that described by the OP and also use a Bergantino HD210.  Certainly one of my favourite cabs of the modern era and relatively light (54lbs?) compared to the Cerwin Vega etc. 18" bins that I used as a younger man.  In an effort to cut down on weight, I picked-up an Agi SL112 a few weeks ago.  Great full-fat tone with a really tight bottom end (it's rear single ported and I'm using it positioned a little way away from walls).  Very responsive with real articulation in the mids - lovely for fretless (though I play mainly fretted).  I'm not sure on just how loud it can get in a gig/stage monitoring situation, but at 25lbs it's just a joy to lift.  I've had it up fairly loud and it seems to stay tight and focused (no signs of complaint from either driver).  Overall, I'm very impressed - I just need something that will replicate the tone and power of the DB750 without the weight (I'm not sure that's going to happen)

I can't comment on the Shuttle, but I've been using a HD210 for a few years now.  Possibly my favourite cab of the more recent period.  This looks like a serious bargain to me, though being in the UK, potentially problematic in terms of shipping.  Good luck - great price for some really impressive kit

A lovely bass indeed!  Karlfer, can't you just live with the knock?  I did something similar to my pristine Spector Shorty last week - very similar place too - it hurt but I'm just about getting used to it.  I try to avoid looking when I pick the bass up but forget about everything when I play it - a beautiful player with stunning tone, and from the front, it still looks as new  

PM'd

Really helpful to have the collective wisdom of Basschat re: Lakland in one place - whilst the Lakland site is pretty good, there's some information that I've struggled to find in the past.  I have just one Lakland now, a 44-64 with a J taper neck and bound fingerboard, large pearl dots and factory Lollar pickup.  A really lovely P bass with extraordinary playability.  I've had a 44-64 PJ (J taper) and a JO in the past - both superb instruments.  As I suspect with many others, it's the necks that set Laklands apart - for me, the best Fender type necks available.  The only necks that have come close were a Sei J and a Celinder P (with a J taper neck).  The less attractive element of Lakland Fender types for me is the body contouring.  All of the Laklands I've had have sported rather 'blocky' bodies - the edge carving is somewhat minimal for my taste and the tummy and elbow carving is quite shallow.  I much prefer the organic 'sea-washed' pebble contouring that one sometimes finds on older vintage Fenders.  That said, not a big deal aesthetically.  The other thing that I love about Laklands is the original (?) cream case.  I had one in perfect condition and stupidly sold it.  I'm always on the lookout for another      

1 hour ago, Paulhauser said:

While I don't know the specific reason for the change I can say that US Spectors seem to have some differences even within the same modell lineage. My current two NS-5XLs have differently carved neck heels, different headstock depth, peghead angle and body top carve. Also the neck profile is slightly different. The basses are three years and 97 serial numbers away from each other.....

Thanks and fascinating - inspecting the two Shortys more closely, they do have some fairly different characteristics.  Probably the most obviously noticeable is the weight - the 2015 is much lighter than the 2011 and the latter is a very substantial bass despite its diminutive size.  The 2015 also has the DW neck dimensions.  The videos of US Spector production show just how much hand carving and finishing is involved (despite extensive use of a CNC) and I suspect that this is where most of the differences arise.  Or maybe in the way that Alembic will do, sometimes Spector luthiers just see where the wood takes them and apply individual expertise to see what works best with a particular instrument (within certain parameters, of course).

I noticed the other day that my Spector Shortys have differently shaped headstocks.  One was built in 2011, the other in 2015.  The end of the headstock on the 2011 is entirely flat and that on the 2015 is bevelled/angled from front to back (please see the images).  I've no idea why this is the case or whether it's something that is more common on the later Shortys.  I think it's quite a nice aesthetic touch.  Anybody have any idea why the change might have been made? 

40 minutes ago, Old Horse Murphy said:

I'd say it's around 9lbs.

I've made an executive decision and it's staying. I can live with the lime!

Thanks, OHM - 'sounds much more like it - maybe Charvel are including the weight of the packaging.  Very pleased to hear of your decision too - I think it looks fabulous, and I've always been a fan of Di Marzio pickups and the company's cream covers.  I'd love a go on one of these - very tempted even though I'm sworn to short-scale these days

Absolutely love it - not usually a fan of green basses but this is spectacular. I see that these are listed at a weight of 5.13kg (about 11lbs) which sounds a bit much - can any owners advise?

3 hours ago, Supernaut said:

I would go the DI / IEM route. The less strain you put on your heart, the better. 

I'd tend to agree with this, however, if the IEM route isn't an option, it might be worth a look at the Aguilar SL range.  I picked-up an SL112 recently and have been very impressed.  Different to the Berg HD210 that I normally use but not in a negative way (and at 25lbs weighs less than half as much).  As others have mentioned, there are many vectors here - weight is important of course, but there's also shape, handles (and positioning) and wheels etc. to consider - lifting and manoeuvring in tight spaces can be an issue.  For me, shape/dimensions is as important as weight: a compact cab tends to reduce the struggle whilst carrying in awkward venues.  

Some great responses above and mention of many of the basses that I'd be minded to recommend.  A lot depends on budget of course.  If you can be a little more ambitious, the Spector Bantam comes in around £1200.  Fantastic European Spector quality and a very high spec.  If you're thinking of spending really serious money, then there's the Spector Shorty, ACG and Wilcock (Mullarkey) etc. - indeed, over around £1500 and the higher-end options are numerous.  Good luck with it - I transitioned to short-scale seven or eight years ago and play little else - I find it much easier on the back, shoulders, arms and hands

I used to pop-in occasionally as my office is just across the road.  I think I was greeted just once.  I only buy bits and pieces, though I'm a generally interested punter, and very occasionally the shop has something that might be of interest, for example the Precision Special. The general lack of interest in the customer (and apparently in sales) is odd, and I'm a little surprised that the shop has survived this long.  Given its location, it's a prime target for another take-away.  I'd be sad to see Johnny Roadhouse disappear given it's place in Manchester music history, though I wouldn't be at all shocked.  And that Jazz... has it been toasted/barbecued?  I quite like the '75 look but there's a lot needs to be done to get that particular example back into decent shape

I’ve owned a couple of beautiful Shukers - this looks like incredible value to me. Jon’s work is up there amongst the best of UK luthiery and this bass has some lovely appointments

On 21/04/2021 at 09:37, stevie said:

As the OP said, this was originally mine. It's a tiny and powerful FRFR cab that's perfect for home and studio use but also works well as a high quality stage monitor. 

Thanks Stevie - I've been really impressed, to the extent that I'm considering withdrawing (it's a very useful high-quality and powerful little cab - I just haven't been using it recently - then I do have a habit of selling gear that I quickly miss when it's gone).  I should also thank you here for an excellent job with the tuff cab - extremely professional finish!

Absolutely gorgeous (and really sorry to hear of the arthritis - horrible)

Just now, AndyTravis said:

Get it bought 😉

You’re a bad man - really want to...

I’ve had two of these - blue and CAR - some of the nicest J’s Fender has produced imo. Custom shop quality. This looks to be in superb condition

1 hour ago, hiram.k.hackenbacker said:

Yes, I use DBE Hot Wires on my S2. I'm sure there are other comparable makes, but you'll not go far wrong with them.

Me too - on an old SII. I’m really impressed - they last quite well and there’s a good range of guages. I use very light guage (30-90 mainly).

Dabbler, I might have an older set that you’re welcome to if you just want to try them. Drop me a pm and I’ll try to dig them out

Fabulous strings - I'm a big fan of these - really easy feel on the fingers and a delight to play.  Dynamic and full tone too

That tort plate is just gorgeous