Wonky2

Love his stuff and method.... Wish the accadamy had a monthly subscription though as like a many do with gym memberships you start with the best of intentions to stick to routine but this can wax and wayne due to , well, life i guess...... Yes, i understand that its great value for money and paying for the year may be good incentive to keep the routine up.... But as i say.....life gets in the way sometimes..... Ive learrnt alot of neat kicks and tech from scott but also love the marloweDK stuff, another great teacher, not as formal and theory based as scott but a great feel player who easily inspire further groove sense ?

I put an old bass in the attic many years ago, after one summer/ winter it looked like a banana. I have basses/ guitars stashed everywhere around the house, you can get quite creative if trying to make them invisible to the feurer..... Under the bed, under the couch, behind the couch, ontop of wardrobe, under kids beds, ontop of kids wardrobes, in the back of wardrobes behind clothes hung up, cupboards, i could go on......... However, understand space is a premium espesh im modern houses.... You could if pushed to use the loft , create a little purpose made store/ upright box with some sheets of ply or even plaster board, insulate the sides and top really well with rockwool or kingspan or the like, remove the insulation from underneath it so that the heat from the house can conduct / migrate up into the little box you build just like it does from say a heated bedroom into an unheated cupboard nextdoor on your landing , pack it with silica gel packs....You could reduce the temp change risk massivley i guess and maintain a fairly similar temp to rest of house as the heat from house will naturally rise if you remive the insulation on top of ceiling the heat loss from landing will be enough to keep things happy. ....you could even cut a small hole inceiling and fit a grill to encourage house ambient temp into your lofty love box .? Seems excessive sure, but a fun project and some peice of mind.... Ooo i do get carried away with "man craft" Of course id only advise this for anything of a value you dont mind taking a risk with.

Ended up ordering the mark bass cover as I figured it would be a good fit.... Was happy with the head case bag quality so hoped for more of the same..... Came today. ! £56 is a little pricey but I want my gear kept nice so there you go. Quality is great, thick, durable, maybe shower proof I guess , padded well and lined..... Feels a bit like wet suit material (neoprene) backed with cordura (very tough fabric. Corners are all thick seemed too. I look after my gear but the last thing I want is a tasty black hairy cab covered in bits of crap out my boot.... Saying that, my boots fairly tidy .....can you tell, I'm a bit OCD (remember that when it's selling/buying time) So now, I'm sorted. Wonky

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Gigged with my new set up last night..... During sound check i was a little dismayed as the size of the room was huge, stage riser was more forward from the back wall than id prefer and a lack of meatbags made things difficult, my fear was i was not getting enough "meaningful bottom end"... It was there but as ive described before, like a glass of lemonade in comparrison to a pint of guinness.......? Every one else said sound was great out front so i just accepted their views and went with it. Started all flat, added a little tube filter and had scoop filter around hslf way, then boosted low and low mid just a touch. Cab tweeter was set at half way. Well, criwd said it sounded great and ive seen a video since which confirms that thr front of house sound was lovely. Warm , deep, yet punchy. Happy with the sound despite pre gig new gear nerves... ( not had chance to use it with tbe band untill the gig) Input gain was low as my MM sterling output is hot, may open her up and look for output potentiometer to turn it down a touch...? All in all, great gear. Best part of all, it all fitted in the boot, carried in and set up within minutes, packed away in minutes.... Got home and unloaded gear from car into house in ONE TRIP!!!!

Good idea ! I have however conceeded and purchased the mark bass cover. The little mark carry case is exceptionally good quality so im hoping the cab cover is f the same design/ material..... At least the fit should be good.

Just for the record, I still refer to tv programmes as series, not seasons. I think I'm ok ? Right ?

Hahahhahah try and get down with the kids and just get exposed as an old Duffa.... Ahh well, I'm in good company

Yeah, will take a look, never seen one in the .....plastic ? (Flesh) always thought they looked a bit naff from the pics online but read up,a bit and clearly they are far more than the bit of vinyl they look at first glance on the net..... (My bad) ((what ever that means ))

I'm gonna want a cover for the 102p trap cab...... Are the mark bass ones good ? As good as the amp head carry case cos that is well made ? Any suggestions for alternative ? Anyone flight cased it ?

First impressions...... Delivery from promenade spot on , within 24 hour for free. Was at work waiting for me when I got in today. Also, Gary threw in a pack of strings and a speak on lead too which was very kind given the low price. On picking up the cab box I did at first think the weight was a tad moor than I expected, but new the thick heavy duty cardboard and packaging would likely weigh a bit ,and the lack of handle in the box made it tricky...... But out of the box, no problem ! Great Leighton weight and Carey's well balanced in one hand with the top loaded heavy duty metal handle (not keen on the rubber strap types ). Build quality and finish was great and the look is sleek. The little mark..... Every one in the office marvelled at how small and light my new 500w amp head was.... Again, the look and build quality looks great. The head gig bag.... Sold at cost price of £40..... Fantastic ! Quality is just what I would like for carrying a delicate amp around , very very rugged and robust, well worth every penny. Got it home for a quick set up and play ....(quick) very load, very tight sound.... Flat eq is great and not really any sense in doing much other than dialling in the tube tone or scoop filter to adjust sound.... Both of which very different in effect, both great too. Somewhere in between the two is just great........ Waiting for kids to go to bed then I can have a closer look. First impressions, great choice. I can see why this set up will cut through anything.

[quote name='yorks5stringer' timestamp='1449746506' post='2926408'] Notice you have them on the long 'side', I used a hairdryer to gently remove the badge, spin it 90 degrees so the cab sits on its narrow side with the badge now horizontal [/quote] Oooo ooo picture please did it stick back on with original glue or did you have to use new glue ? Curious if you stuck it on top middle or bottom ? Maybe mark bass should put the badge in the box loose for new owner to choose, peel and stick placement ?

Good answer hahaha The appeal of the little mark 3 is its simplicity..... For me, less to fiddle with. I've gone with the 8ohm cab as it leaves the option but I just don't want to or don't think I'll need to go down a 2nd cab route..... I have pondered, that in mind, should I have just gone 4 ohm and unleashed the 500w from the head but general consensus from what I've read is its a marginal difference...... Not looking on the pessimistic side, but if I ever wanted to sell the cab or the whole rig, other people / buyers will likely prefer the 8ohm cab to either go with their own existing or if they buy the rig, allow them to expand..... so there is an advantage and some foresight there too....... I'm sure I would love a 2nd cab too but the band would never need it, I would never carry it and I've nowhere to keep it. Buff said on that's one

Tomorrow I should take delivery of my new Mark Bass little mark 3 head and 102p traveler 2x10 cabinet. The anticipation is killing me !!! Hahahaha I will give some feedback tomorrow on first impressions as a new markbass user...but I wanted to start this post in advance to talk about where I made the purchase. my initial intention was to buy the cmd121p combo as discussed in other posts here, and although I'm advised the 121p has a great sound and output, my concern was that I would end up wanting to add a 2nd 121ny cab.... I wanted strictly to get sorted with a lighter, one unit solution and the thought of two cabs no matter how small just didn't appeal. I looked at the 151p, 121h and even the Alain Caron as a solution, but size and weight managed to creep up with these options. After checking in with a local , the great British bass lounge, unfortunately stock was an issue anyway with the 121p with end of January advised as a lead time Drew was great and had help patiently with my deliberations. Great guy...... A bit of looking around showed this stick issue as a bit of an issue with Markbass not getting dealership stock levels replenished for Xmas ??? Something I'll bet will cost them in some cases.... I eventually came upon a place I've not used before in morcombe called promenade music. The prices listed where by quite a bit the cheapest in the net, bettered further by promis of free delivery. After a chat on the phone with Gary I had some better direction from a guy who is not only a working bass player , but someone who clearly has plenty of experience. We discussed my requirements and concerns at length, and after a short time agreed that the 121p would indeed likely leave me yearning for an ext cab. The conclusion on the 151p, 121h and Alain Caron was size and weight was no good for me due to mobility issues and use of crutches a lot of the time (arthritis A.S). Gary suggested the 102p and little mark 3 head, advised from 1st hand experience in regard to can ohmage choice.....two speakers moving more air, atenuator in the piezo speaker, still fairly small and one unit.... I was convinced and what's more reassured with the solid statement that if it is not suitable after playing for a few days, whether it be size, weight, sound , they would collect it and we could move on or refund. I could not be happier with that arrangement. To ice the cake, Gary threw in the little mark gig bag at trade price and a Speakon lead for free. Top guy, top customer service. Prices : Little mark head £389 102p cabinet. £339 Gig bag. £40 Speakon lead. £0 Delivery. £0 i never thought I'd go down the mark bass route, too much yellow, not keen on woolybacked amp finishes too....... But after hearing one, that just didn't matter. Can't wait to hear it.......

Well, I've read all the comments (appreciated) and all the reviews etc..... After a long hard head scratching session I've come up with what I think is a good compromise on size, weight , air pushing capability and future potential to add another cab ( which I won't, but option is nice to have).... I've gone the opposite way... Separate cab / head.... I've gone for the little mark 3 head and the 102 traveller (2x10 lightweight cab). I've gone for the 8ohm cab as all though the 4ohm will give me the full whack out of the head, I'm told repeatedly that watts don't equate to volume and a few reports say the sound difference is minimal, so I figured to best option is to leave myself open to being able to use other cabs if ever I needed to get damn loud..... I'm assured this set up performs well but have been reassured further that if I'm not happy they will take it back...... "They" being promenade music. ..... Spoke with Gary who certainly knows his stuff as a working bass player and also gave me all the time / advice I needed to get to my final decision... Free delivery, best internet/ shop prices and a "deal" done too on free speak on lead and the markbass head bag at trade price.... Great customer service.... Expecting delivery Thursday , will report back on first impressions...

Good feedback guys, thanks.... My aim is to get to a single unit solution.... Ext cabs route is great but I would probably only use it once in a blue moon so not sure I can justify the spend on the 121p combo AND the 121ny cab (circa £900 together) ..... One amp solution the 121h alan c model may bring is appealing .... Can any one confirm the differences between the alan c and the standard 121h ? Is it just that the alan c runs at full 500w with I presume a 4ohm speaker in the combo ? If that is the case, I'm guessing that means the Alan cannot take an additional ext cab should the need arise ? 500w may be well and good but sometimes an additional speaker moves the air you need ? Still, as I say... I want a one unit solution so not concerned bout ext cabs.... Just that the Ålan c can cope well with full bore 500w ? I did prefer the top load amp head as the thing is so small I will obviously be looking down on in to adjust knobs ( arthritis don't lend itself well to crawling round on your knees) .... My feelings are that if I go down the 121p route I may yearn for the ext cab.... Lugging an extra cab (yes I know they are tiny and way 1/2 a gram) is ok if it's for the odd bigger gig but I don't want to be having to fetch it to rehearsals etc..... Saying that, the band is fairly quiet.... Ahhh ... I used to be indecisive but now I just can't tell !

Ive seen e Alan c model, didn't realise it's usp was it kick out the full fat 500w ? That's appealing as I really don't want to go down an ext cab route just to unlock he next level.... I assume the Allan c model has a 4 ohm speaker then ? Any users, any comments on the Alan c model, what are its other points ?

Guys, needs some help..... Who stocks a fairly comprehensive range of markbass gear in the northwest ? I'm wanting to buy but completely torn between a few and need to try them all... Combo's , cmd 121p, 121h, 151p Any suggestions.... Failing that. ... Who outside of northwest ?