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TheButler
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Shirley a Japanese re-brand jobby?
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Needs to be sold privately - never know, you could always be offered a trade or part-ex on here. My honest answer however is don't part with it. Not with that kind of history and presumably sentimental value... well, mull it over first.
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I've mentioned it already on here, but my Mesa 1516B cab, with the EV drivers, is making unwanted noise. Its a kinda crackle, not really farty, more buzzy. Thing is, its got the 15, a 10 and 2 6's and a horn. I don't know which, or where the noise is coming from. How can I test the drivers for damage? Visually there is no damage on the cones or surrounds.
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Oh, and i'd happily buy it back. It made stupendous amounts of sound with my 400+. Also, it has a claim to fame; the bass player from 'The Cardigans' played through it, with a Gibson EB-2, and remarked on how good it sounded. Quite a tenuous link, but there you go. -
Thats looks like my old cab? Mines had a matamp logo on it though..? Intrigue.
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Looks brilliant. I've been hunting for an actual EB-2, for 2 years now... they seem to be quite rare.
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Just remember, and I hate to do the cliche thing and quote Oscar Wilde, but: 'There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.' Just beware of GAS. I mistook wanting 'THE BASS' for actually wanting to learn to play ANY BASS 'better'. Also, perhaps there isn't such a thing? Different basses, different sounds, styles etc etc. Depends if you're wanting one bass to cover every base, or if you're wanting one bass to cover a couple of bases that you're involved with.
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I must admit, I've had considerably more 'powerful' amps myself, in my relatively modest amp history. I don't think the 400+ is quite the power station some folks think it is. Then, as we all know, power isn't everything in any case.
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[quote name='paulwillson' timestamp='1333995412' post='1609394'] if you ever want to sell your 400+ message me Butler, would be great to have a spare i love these amps! I wonder what the differences are between the 400 and 400+??? they look the same [/quote] Ain't going to happen
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I think its just a loose connection... as I said, mines had its original valves in it up 'til the last service! These were still working fine, I replaced as a precautionary measure. I think all in all its a reliable amp, its just strange it developed a problem after having been sat, not getting used. I'm on the look out for a combo, for the small gigs I do now anyway. The Mesa, and the big rig of doom will remain a work in progress. A spare fuse? I guess its just a bog standard one?
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*woosh* I just remember it being distinctly very very nice. I'll keep my eyes peeled.
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I tried the cab through my amp, but given my amp has a crackle it didn't narrow it down. I think i'll do as Mr. Foxen suggests and get replacing connectors. all the drivers are making noise, and there isn't any overt signs that something properly busted (unless a slight crackle constitutes something serious? )
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We have a winner. What the hell is it called!? Not that i'll remember.
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I had this very same problem with my Mesa Boogie 1516 cab. Unfortunately, I only noticed after I loaded it into the car (in its flightcase), knackered my back and took it to a fellow basschatter for a trade negotiation (that we were both very much excited about). Last time I properly used the cab there was no crackle but upon plugging it in to test it, before the trade, it started to crackle. I opened the back, check the connectors and stuff, and look for any physical damage on the drivers, but this was probably futile, given its probably something I won't be seeing thats bust. So... i'd also appreciate help! A crackly pot is probably not related...
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I can't find it via google images... starting to think i'm imagining it, of compiling it from several ideas of TE amps that I have in my head.
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It did indeed have an EQ I'll get googling 'n all. I can remember it having like a red ribbon or something round it too, but my lack of TE knowledge, I suppose they might all have that! For that matter, it could likely be one of several amps..
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Ages ago now, I played through a TE 210 combo; the rig of a support band, when I was gigging. I know nothing of TE, their nomenclature could be quantum physics to me. I remember it had two huge ports, and sounded absolutely brilliant. Dunno if it was old or new. I ask because I played through one last night (again not a clue what it actually was, must ask its owner) and it rekindled my fondness. What was it/or could it have been?
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I have a 400+, and a 1516 (which has a dud driver ), but when it was in full flight it was fantastic. Mines is a 1991, flightcased all its life - very good condition cosmetically, and was running on original Mesa valves 'til only last year. I have since had it re-valved, but more as a precautionary measure, i've kept the MB valves in any case, but if one goes you've got to make sure it matches or something? I get mines serviced by Dennis Marshall, who also did the re-valve on it, if I was selling it (which I honestly could never see myself doing) i'd look for about £900. They are quite 'last year' now, I mean literally, there was a spate when everyone wanted one, but its died down now. I know I would only ever use mine if I had a back-up to go to, which is never really a good thing is it? It is worth saying that mines sat in its flightcase for 6 months, when I never picked a bass up after quitting my last band. It worked perfectly before putting in the case, but I unleashed it only in the last couple of weeks, to be greeted with an almighty hum (audible) and crackles.
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Trace Elliot V-Type 1x15 Combo *sold*
TheButler replied to joerattray's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
Bump... the noise I made when I fell through my front door with a partially broken back. I should also take the opportunity of wishing a thoroughly nice chap the best of luck, in the flogging of this very fine piece of kit! -
I put flats on my 78 P-Bass and fell in love, i've never put roundwonds on any of my basses since. Call me one dimensional. I do have delicate skin too, and flats don't serrate quite like rounds.
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Hi folks, Don't really want to, but seen as I am on a one thing in one thing out basis, I need to sell my KRK Studio Monitors. I suppose I don't really use them either, so they must go. These are the Gen 1's, but they're in excellent condition, not a mark on them really. Some people prefer the Gen 1's, some people prefer the Gen 2's; I can't hear the difference, but hey! I've been looking at eBay auctions, and stuff and will sell them for [b]£180[/b]. I'm in Kincardine, between Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh. I can, however, have them shipped by any of the couriers that we offer at work; Parcelforce, TNT, UPS or FedEx. I reckon UPS or ParcelForce would be best value. I will take a hit on posting them, and estimate £20 all in, within the UK Next Day. They'll naturally be insured/compensated at that price too. They're brilliant monitors, they can muster some good bass too! Cheers Jamie.
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I can't hear the difference anyway. What? At least i'm honest.
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I'm going to find a means to test this beast. At the moment, I can vouch for the speakers working, but the tweeter/crossover isn't. Thinking £300. I'm going to run a shipping quote at work tomorrow. -
Should note i'd be willing swap for something lighter/smaller pref a 2x12 Probably looking nearer £350 too.
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I feel really bad that I resurface to flog my wares. However, now i'm back in the fold, i need to shift my Mesa Cab. Its nice, but weighs roughly a metric tonne and just ain't 'my bag' now. I've not really been in the loop for ages, but I think I remember the spec on this as 450W, 8ohms. The only issue, as I recall was the crossover not working properly - so it made a kind of buzz. My 400+ that I used through this (oh, was nice) has developed a 'buzz' of its own, however, making diagnosis a bit more difficult. It is heavy, probably 45+ kg. I have a fitted custom flight case that I got with it. Its a Packhorse one, probably silly expensive when bought new. The tolex on the cab is very very very shabby. The grill is without its Mesa/Boogie badge too This cosmetic wear looks virtually deliberate, but I can't honestly tell. It is a beauty of a cab if you're into your old school power. I'm starting at £400 with the flight case. I will have to get pictures up at some point. Pick-up in Kincardine, Fife. I can deliver for fuel cost within reason (50 miles). I can ship it via TNT or maybe ParcelForce Large, through work. I'll double check. It will be about £50 though. Cheers Jamie.