Chopthebass

I agree with Toasted. I use a Lakland 55-94, but the Skylines are just as good - same p/ups and electronics. I've owned top-end Fender V's and they had serious QC issues.

[quote name='Oxblood' post='47604' date='Aug 20 2007, 10:58 AM']Know what you mean, mate. I've never been a big fan of trousers, as I feel they cover up the legs. Like...er...HELLO! THAT'S WHAT COMPRESSORS DO! Sorry, Ian - just couldn't resist that one. [/quote] Nicely put mate!!! Love it!

[quote name='lozbass' post='47592' date='Aug 20 2007, 10:23 AM']Hi Ian, thanks for this - I would certainly go ahead with the purchase! I think there's just one thing to bear in mind, the 750 is really heavy. The unit itself is around 46lbs and mine is in a rack bag (which I'd certainly recommend) which adds around 6 or 7 pounds. Beyond that, in my opinion, the amp is stunning. The tone is superb (I'm still exploring!) - very big and present with incredible headroom. I was surprised initially by the slightly compressed sound - on first plugging-in, the volume across strings (and individual notes) was really even, something like using a very expensive, high-quality studio compressor. With the tone controls flat, the sound was fabulous, the kind of thing that brings a grin to your face - upping the gain to beyond 1 or 2 o'clock introduces a little grit, aggression and tube-warmth but with no real dirt or break-up. I'll write a detailed - and objective - review soon. For now, I'm having real fun - this is an incredible unit that appears to be living up the the hype and my expectations. Cheers, Loz[/quote] Thanks Loz. I've never been a big fan of compressors as I feel they restrict dynamics. I'm sure loads out there will disagree. So I hope when you say it has a slightly compressed sound that it isn't too squashed and cyts dynamics and percieved volume. Because thats what I've found with pedals. I need volume and headroom! Is the gain set like say a Trace, where you set it high as poss with the clip light coming on when played hardest? or is this different being a valve front end? What rack bag are you using? Is it stron enough for the weight? I've got a 3U full flight case, and I'm worried its gonna be too heavy in that! Remind me what cab you're using with it? Cheers Ian

[quote name='nedsbeds' post='43184' date='Aug 9 2007, 10:28 AM']The grill was done like so... when cutting the grill, masking tape and a metal blade in the jigsaw. For bending I clamped two pieces of wood on the face and back of where I wanted the bend and then just used another piece of wood and pushed down. then I used a mallet to hammer it against the clamped wood. The most of it was masked and the hammered part wont be seen so I wasn't worried about damaging the paint too much. In the end it didn't actually damage it. (apologies for the 2 minute diagrams!) The grill is mounted like this It isn't actually attached to the sloping horn (only the bottom and top plates) but the 60degree bend does mean that it is a, very rigid, and b held fast against the horn so that it can't move. It's pretty heavy duty grill this![/quote] Nice job! What sheet does the grill material come in? Where did you get it?

Great news! I think I'll go ahead with my purchase! Are you pleased with the sound? Cheers Ian

[quote name='alexlotta' post='46390' date='Aug 16 2007, 12:55 PM']??How you knew the guy th. he loans to you the bass?? Very kind from Him. Regards ,alex[/quote] Being a luthier myself, I have bought bits and pieces from him. He has also seen pics of my recent jazz style build (ZappBass for our very own BWer, Zzzapp) and he liked what he saw. Apart from getting comments from users, I guess he wants constructive comments from a builder. I wasn't gonna pass up his offer. I'm keen to see how the 33" scale performs on a 5-string - especially if the action is set low. Can't wait! I'm only having it for a week, so better make sure I have some gigs that week!

I'll be watching out for the 5-stringer in the for-sale section!!!

The Gallery in Camden are authorised Aguilar repairers, and according to Alex there, they have the technology to sort out any amp issues. I found this out because I'm buying a DB750 and was obviously concerned about this problem!!

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='45897' date='Aug 15 2007, 04:08 PM']Hi folks For various reasons, my and my recently-bought Eden WT550 just haven't worked out - It's a great head, but a long story. So... it's going back. (by the way, I Bought it from Andertons, who have been great.[/quote] Hi, Oh yes, the Andertons Edens. I nearly nought one of their dodgy WT800B Edens. Intersting alternative. Don't know much about the Genz stuff. Is it two channel? Please let us know what it sounds like. Cheers Chop