Chopthebass

One of my best rigs was a Hartke 7000 head running in bi-amp mode, with 215XL and 4.5XL cabs. wish they still made the 7000.

Al I think you'll end up with great cabs whoever you decide to go with. This thread isn't about the Jacks, but FYI they are self build cabs. Anyone can buy his plans. My two Jack12's meet and exceed your criteria! Anyway, back to the thread!

I got confused early on in this thread when reference was made to BF cabs. Thought you meant Bill Fitzmaurice cabs! I was just about to start raving about my Jacks!

Nice job!

Its only a matter of time before the BFM wit kicks in.

I just bought an Ibanez Portamento 5 string. I played lots of different makes in the shop and the Ibanez felt the most comfortable, and was more flexible soundwise with two pickups and piezo saddles. It really is a very good bass. You should track one down and try it.

I am discovering that my two 1x12 BFM Jacks are way better than my GK 115 and GK 410 stack. I can get louder and punch through better. I am having difficulty hearing the GK stack when standing right in front, surprisingly!

I know what I am using next time!

I remember having a better experience at this venue with my two Jack 12's. My GK cabs are the wedge shaped ones, so if I angle them will the crowd still hear them ?

For the first time ever I played a gig and was being told my people out front (including some musicians) that I was way too loud. But when I turned down to a level that sounded good to them, I couldn't hear myself. WTF. Crappy room acoustics? I don' like in-ears, but thinking I may need to send some bass to my ears and trust others to set my amp volume. Has anyone else had similar issues? Here was my setup that night - GK 1001 head GK 410RBH and GK 115RBH cabs. Fender Elite 5/Stingray 5

I just picked up a new Elite 5 and totally agree they sound awesome and build is great. First thing I checked was if it has a battery. Good luck getting the cover off!! I had to carefully pry it through the screw hole. Once off I had to gently sand it all the way round!! Seems crazy on a $1900 bass, but that's the only issue. There's quite a difference between active and passive. The eq is lovely. It doesn't have crazy amounts of boost. Awesome.

My custom Jazz 5 doesn't have a radius. It feels great. For some reason I find slapping easier with a radius. But that could be because I am sh*te!

I think they are great for the money. The piezo sound really nice. Ibanez have just brought out an acoustic bass with the same piezos. SRH500. Also great!

I just picked up a new one, and whilst it plays great, I cannot lower the G string any more to my desired action. The saddle is as low as it goes and action is still a little high for me. The truss rod/neck is set up nicely. If you have one I'd like to know if you have limited saddle adjustment on the G. Cheers

TC are probably the only make I haven't tried. I bought an old LH500 for 50 quid and left at rehearsal room. Its been fine. Glad you are sorted.!

Thanks. I need an 8 ohm. Plus I am in Canada! I put two new ones in.

I acquired an SWR Goliath III for the princely sum of $0! It has a driver missing and the guy said he wasn't sure if the remaining 10" driver or horn was any good. Turns out they are! Anyway, I understand I can't get an original PAS driver any more. Would there be a good Eminence alternative? The cab is 4 ohm, so I need an 8. Cheers, Ian

I would sand it smooth and re-finish back of neck. then keep an eye on it for further movement.

According to some reviews I have read they seem to be underpowered, despite the claimed power.

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Hi Owen! Canada is great thanks. I even own a Stetson!

Deksawyer, not too late to get a custom Jazz!

Raggy, I made the case for the amp and rolled on Duratex. Did same for cabs

I used the 3012HO in both my Jack 12's. Sound brilliant!

I probably should have posted this in gear porn