Machines

The EB/MAG/ABM are 80mm fan, not sure on the MK500. It is a lot taller so I suppose it could have a 120mm, be aware that the computer fans will likely come with molex connectors, which the heads will not support, and thus manual wiring would be required.

Thanks for the clarification Alun .

Solid state amps can safely be run with zero load, so yes .

Sounds like a mail merge went wrong to me.. Anyway i've got my copy (cheers Tonyf !). It's a good issue, the effects feature is very informative, need to digest it thoroughly though, which will probably take a few reads. Also the Sterling 5/Bongo 6 reviews have really not helped the old GAS.

I find on most amps the fans are always on, I believe this is to prevent it getting hot initially rather than cooling it down when it's already happened.

[quote name='stylonpilson' post='256083' date='Aug 6 2008, 11:11 AM']That's strange, I have an EB12-180 and I can definitely hear the difference when the sub-harmonic is switched on. If you can't hear any difference when you switch it on and turn it up to maximum, then it must be broken. It basically adds an additional note(s) an octave below what you are playing. When the dial is turned up to maximum, that sub-harmonic note should be more-or-less as loud as the source.[/quote] It doesn't track well below the A string - and isn't really as good as just getting an octave pedal, I never use mine. [quote name='aceuggy' post='256076' date='Aug 6 2008, 11:02 AM']That's a great review. I intend to buy one very soon, two things concern me, first how loud is the fan? I will only playing this initially anyway at home with the volume down, unless the wife goes out! Would I hear the fan above low volume playing, that could be a bit distracting. And second the weight of the beast. I won't be shifting it about too much, but will I be able to get the bliddy thing up the stairs on my own?[/quote] I have an ABM300 head and MAG210 cab so maybe able to draw comparisons. The fan is an 80mm (like in many PCs) and low RPM, if you were playing the bass with the amp switched on but bass not plugged in, just the acoustic volume of the bass unamplified will be enough to override the background fan noise. Turned up you certainly won't hear a thing.. Regarding weight - I let gravity do the work coming down, I stand in front of it on the lower side of the stairs, and let it gently bump down. Going back up of course - this is no use. If the weight may be an issue for you I would suggest the EB180-15 may be better (although only 6kgs lighter @ 29kgs), getting someone to help you is ALWAYS the best method if available. If you have narrow stairs it can be a pain to lift it via the handles, I generally carry it vertically.

Got a pic ? I reckon about £200 tops.. maybe a little less.

[quote name='aceuggy' post='255782' date='Aug 5 2008, 09:07 PM']Ok, I'm sold on Ashdown, only question that remains. Is the Mag-C210-T-300 worth the extra £90 over the EB15-180 EVO11?[/quote] The MAG210 is definitely capable of gigging on it's own, the EB I would say will struggle when it get's loud (i've owned an EB previously by the way). You won't have to upgrade with the MAG and may regret saving the cash in a few months time if you went for the EB.

[quote name='lowhand_mike' post='255664' date='Aug 5 2008, 06:40 PM']the EB's are basically the same amp as the mag just without the VU meter and a lower power stage,[/quote] Wrong ! They have a VU meter and have done for a while now, they previously had an LED version.

On what basis have you chosen those amps ? I think you can get a lot better for your money that the ones you've shortlisted. The modelling/effects on the Line6 to me is a gimmick. Marshall aren't renowned for bass amps and the Roland is expensive for just 100w of power. Personally on that budget i'd go for an Ashdown MAG300-210.. [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Ashdown-Mag-C210-T-300---Mag-EVO-II~ID~3071.asp"]http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~A...-II~ID~3071.asp[/url] I'm not just pimping Ashdown here, just wouldn't want to see you not get the most for your cash.

I had an NT Warlock for review... have a nosey (you can get 4 strings of them). [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=18712"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=18712[/url]

This is close too.. [url="http://www.rosetti.co.uk/products/bcrich/bass/widowwmd.html"]http://www.rosetti.co.uk/products/bcrich/bass/widowwmd.html[/url]

So far i've only ever taken one.. but it isn't a big deal to take another gig bag really. It'll most likely be contrasting instruments to have different sounds available for different songs as well.

Hi there - welcome to the forum !

Tonyf had one in his Sterling.. I would say they stuck up much less than my stock pickup does. You can always PM poptart and he might be able to let you know .

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?act=UserCP&CODE=ignore"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?act=UserCP&CODE=ignore[/url] .

I read that the quiet G string is down to the preamp rather than pickup... don't expect me to back this up with a link though . EDIT: Oh go on then... [url="http://www.ernieball.com/forums/music-man-basses/2844-quiet-g-string.html"]http://www.ernieball.com/forums/music-man-...t-g-string.html[/url] Looks like rubbish then !

How strange ! Might be worth firing them an email to find out why ?

Sorry, are you talking about the latest issue of Bass Guitar Magazine or something else ? If so how did you get it free ?

Woods definitely do make a difference. This all mahogany Fret-King I have at the moment sounds very unique.. and is a passive P/J bass.