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[quote name='Leonard Smalls' post='418196' date='Feb 24 2009, 10:53 AM']Andy Warren -of Adam and the Ants, and more impressively The Monochrome Set.. Interesting and musical player and I'll hear no wrong said of him, poor fella..[/quote] You're the first person I've ever heard mention Andy Warren on a bass forum and it's great to hear him get a mention!! I used to know him many years ago from the early Ants days and he had such a great stage persona, it almost didn't matter what he played. Certainly got a clanking great sound out of his Rickenbacker.. The first Monochrome Set (Strange Boutique) album was/is fantastic...

Difficult to say; early Tobias basses did go for quite high prices in the States but they're less common over here so it's not so easy to find a benchmark.. So, my guess would be around the £1200-£1500 mark, but that's based purely on the fact that the market for 6 string basses is smaller than it is for 5 string basses.. And also the fact that there is less money around at the moment. Very good basses though...

[quote name='stonecoldbass' post='418063' date='Feb 24 2009, 01:17 AM'][attachment=20993:DSCF2914.JPG] Ola! Here is a snap of my current rig which was fired up today for the recording of my bands new EP. The rig consists of: Boss Micro Rack 10 band graphic EQ Summit Audio TD100 Valve DI dbx 163x compressor Korg dtr1000 rack tuner Aguilar AG500sc Ampeg Classic 2x10 Ampeg Classic 1x15 Iceni Zoot Classic J Funkmeister 5 String Sadowsky Metro RV5 It sounds nice Cheers! Craig[/quote] That looks great! As do the basses..

My bass goes directly into a DHA VT-1 Bass Purist pedal and the signal from that goes into my amp. Then I use the send/return on my amp to drive a DBX MC6 compressor and a Boss FT 2 dynamic filter pedal.. Generally, I prefer to have as little as possible in the way of the bass and the amp but the DHA pedal adds a little valvey warmth to the sound of my Eden Nemesis head, which is solid-state.

Very nice - enjoyed the Duran Duran number...

[quote name='rbatts2000' post='417182' date='Feb 23 2009, 09:31 AM']I would agree with those suggestions. I love Pino's recent work with John Mayer. How about: James Jamerson Bernard Edwards Paul McCartney ?[/quote] +1 Love all of those three as players...

[quote name='johnnylager' post='412685' date='Feb 18 2009, 07:49 AM']So do I - when you need it back Nik, just give us a bell - can deliver! Yep - and I can thoroughly recommend the [url="http://barefacedbass.com/thebigone.html"]BarefacedBass Big One[/url]. For the first time since I got shot of me Sunn 2x15 in the 80's, I was able to hear myself properly wherever I was on the stage, so was the drummist. Thread [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?s=&showtopic=13344&view=findpost&p=138833"]here[/url], my brief review [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?s=&showtopic=13344&view=findpost&p=409683"]here[/url]. EDIT: Alex is doing a 2x15 too...[/quote] So what cabs are you using now then John.. Have you bought something since I saw you last or are you waiting on one of Alex's exciting new cabs?

[quote name='bass_ferret' post='417707' date='Feb 23 2009, 06:59 PM']Had the chance to play both a Fodera and a GB Rumour last night. They were different and the Fodera can be used passive. Would not like to say which was best without gigging them - both great basses and I am very happy with my new Rumour.[/quote] So, did you pick up your new GB Rumour locally, in Brighton, then John?

Nice one Al! Good luck with it all..

Nice bass but only worth buying if you're a collector..

Would this be too heavy? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=38922&hl=eden"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=38922&hl=eden[/url]

Would have thought that Alex Claber would know the answer to this as he used to use two Acme cabs IIRC...

Fantastic entertainment!!

[quote name='TheRev' post='414054' date='Feb 19 2009, 11:33 AM']Hi Nik. I can do the pick up etc. no problem. Just give me a shout when the acution ends. Dave[/quote] Hi Dave Won the auction and have sent you a PM.. Cheers Nik

[quote name='Russ' post='414952' date='Feb 20 2009, 04:28 AM']The guys at The Gallery have never let me down before - they've even loaned me instruments in the past when I've had a gig or been in a pinch and they've either been servicing or building a bass for me (although they do know me quite well, as I've been going there since the early 90's). Explain the situation to Alex and I'm sure they'll help you out - their reputation for good customer service is well-earned and they pride themselves on it. Even if Martin's away, John can easily handle a setup, although Martin is the main electronics guy, so that probably won't get done while he's away. A lot of pros use The Gallery, and they appreciate the fact that some people need their instruments returned to them quickly.[/quote] +1 They've always been brilliant when I've used them and their reputation is definitely based upon the fact that they work with and understand the needs of their customers.. Best thing would be to explain the urgency of your situation to them and give them a chance to respond. Hope it all works out for you!

[quote name='WalMan' post='414243' date='Feb 19 2009, 01:40 PM']More toys Nik - standby "cunning plan![/quote] Just one, or two Al.. Just the one or two...

[quote name='Rich' post='414147' date='Feb 19 2009, 12:44 PM']If for any reason Dave can't do it, gimme a shout. [/quote] Thanks Rich - much appreciated also..

[quote name='TheRev' post='414054' date='Feb 19 2009, 11:33 AM']Hi Nik. I can do the pick up etc. no problem. Just give me a shout when the acution ends. Dave[/quote] Hi Dave Thanks mate - you're a star!! All I ned to do now is win the auction!! Will be in touch later.... Cheers Nik

Hi Folks, I'm interested in buying a bit of bass gear (a 1 x 10 lightweight cab) on Ebay but it's located in [b]Bath[/b] and the seller will only do local pick up... So, I was wondering if any Basschatters could assist me by helping with picking it up and by helping with shipping? Bit cheeky I know but sometimes, needs must! It's an auction so I may not win of course, but equally, there's no point in bidding if I can't arrange to pick up the item! I'd be more than happy to cover all expenses and make a donation to the 'beer & sweets fund' as well for any help received.. Thanks in advance.. Cheers Nik

Hi Dave Just bought this pedal of yours from aphook and I have to say it's absolutely brilliant! Cheers Nik

[quote name='Gwilym' post='412609' date='Feb 17 2009, 11:57 PM']The last couple of band rehearsals I've ended up having 2 1x15" cabinet stacks at the studio (Survival in Acton if anyone is interested). I took my Mark Bass F500 with me in my bag - one of the reasons I bought it actually - easy to carry on public transport and guarantee that I can have at least a decent amplifer at reheasal studios which tend to have equipment that I don't like the sound of as much. The first time I had a Trace Elliott stack of 2 1x15" - dunno which models. The second time I had a similar Behringer stack. The main difference I found was that the TE's were much less sensitive. But generally I **REALLY** like the sound of 2 1x15" cabs paired with the F500. Both the TE's and Behringers sounded great and I don't think there were any tweeters in any of the cabs. Now what will give me that tone in 1 (not much I suspect) or 2 light boxes? Normally I only have one cab at ground level, so how much of the sound comes from having a second cab at ear level? How much comes from having a vertical array of similar speakers, rather than a mix of difference speaker sizes? My next experiment will be to take my EBS Neo 212 and place it at ear level and see how that sound compares to the 2 1x15" cabs together. One thing I know is that the last thing I need GAS for is large speaker cabinets! [/quote] Interesting post Gwil! I'd be very interested to hear what happens when you take the EBS 212 along to see if that compares at ear level.. FWIW, having used a variety of 410s, 210s, 412s etc, my own opinion is that I prefer a cabinet design that has 15" drivers in it somewhere. The SWR Triad I have now has a 15", a 10" + a horn and it sounds great to me.. I also have a custom build 15" driver with an aluminum cone (that Johnnylager's using at the moment) and I like the tone of that too.. And I think Alex Claber's first cab designs are based around 15" drivers as well IIRC?

[quote name='yorks5stringer' post='412427' date='Feb 17 2009, 08:52 PM']Well it looks as if we have raised £310 for Live Music Now! Well done to all![/quote] Another great effort folks! Congratulations are in order I think

There's been talk of a National Bash around the Peterborough area I think but there's also very likely to be another SE Bash in September/October which will be in Surrey I expect...

Just bought a DHA Purist Bass fx unit from Mark which arrived within a day, was beautifully packaged and is all in perfect working order.. It does exactly what I wanted it to do, which is warm up and fatten up the sound of all of my basses through my Eden Nemesis amp and I'm absolutely delighted with it! So, I'm echoing all of the other positive comments above for Mark, who I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to everyone and would very happily deal with again! Cheers Nik