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Congrats. You will be going from three hundred watts output to a 500 watts. I reckon you will be a very happy player when you stack them together. Just make sure you use proper speaker cable when connecting the combo to the cab (Not a guitar cable). I feel jealous already

You are correct. Just check that the impedance and wattage spec. to insure that it meets your needs

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1365164728' post='2036162'] No, you hear everything as normal, only once the SPLs reach a certain level, the plugs start working. You might experience a slight loss of top end, but nothing serious. Even your earphones would be better than nothing. You've already experienced hearing damage, so if you want to finish the job that's up to you. It amazes me how people will spend more than they can afford on bass gear then neglect their hearing. How important is it for you to be able to hear what you're doing? There's nothing macho or 'Rock 'n' Roll' about being deaf - and when it happens through persistent neglect it's just bloody stupid. Why would you deliberately risk losing one of your five senses for the want of a tenner? [/quote] + 1. But I think a tenner will not do the trick if you want to protect your hearing and enjoy your playing, hence moulded plugs are the best way to go IMO

[quote name='Wil' timestamp='1365163890' post='2036146'] In all seriousness, I've got a pair of ER20s or whatever they're called and hate using them. Everything sounds muffled, I cant hear my guitar properly (yes, guitar) and it sucks all the fun out of rehearsal for me. Are the really expensive moulded earplugs any better? [/quote] ACS moulded plugs are top class. I have been using them for several years. They are the best and my ears deserve the best. Hearing loss should not be taken lightly and tinnitus can be really debilitating.

If its too loud get PROPER earplugs. Otherwise your asking for trouble.

[quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1365027124' post='2034452'] If you like Markbass gear, the Mini CMD121P combo that I use is a great little amp. Smaller dimensions than the 151 cab,but still puts out 300 watts at 8ohms. In my 8-piece band I just use it on its own, and it`s plenty for pub sized venues. An easy lift/carry as well. [/quote] I am a markbass fan. Never had the pleasure of using the Mini CMD121P but its amazing that such a small combo holds its own with an 8 piece band! No home should be without 1

In an A/B test conducted by me The RH450 had alot going for it, but failed in the horsepower department when compared to the little mark11/f500

[quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1364922678' post='2032710'] The only problem with putting a "settings" list is that you also have the bass & any effects to chuck into the equation too. Some basses have quite a lot in the lows, some more in the mids. Then you have strings (I use flats, so no sparkly annoying zing to make you turn the top end down). Then I use a few effects, on being a filter bank that I use to cut out/keep in certain mid range frequencies. When that's on, the bass sounds completely different. A Markbass Bash is a good idea, but I'm too far away from everyone to join in the fun. [/quote] +1. I dont use effects, but I find different basses require a tweak of the VLE, but I always run the VPF off

Check this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQknxjce3_Q Its got some brass in it but i do it in a three piece and it works well. Groovy bassline and fun to play

A mate of mine purchased the RH450 and TC cabs and we compared that set up to a little mark 2 and markbass cabs. The TC gear had lots of features but just did not go nearly as loud as the markbass gear.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1364335781' post='2025173'] We hardly stick to "our area" in the next few months we have gigs in Birmingham, Liverpool, London and Newcastle to name but a few. We're currently organising a tour of Holland and Germany for later in the year. IMO there's little point in doing originals if you're never going to venture away from your locality. [/quote] Been there, done that and have great memories. My current covers band , along with continuing to gig in " our area" have also gigged Rwanda and Uganda in recent years. Enjoy the tour.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1364296007' post='2024392'] And again where my situation is exactly the opposite. My covers band struggles to do more than a handful of gigs a year whereas my originals band could be playing at least once a week if we took every gig that we are offered. As I keep saying, paying gigs for originals bands are out there in good numbers provided that your band is entertaining and you are prepared to put in the leg-work to get them. [/quote] Paying gigs for original bands may be available in your area but they certainly are not available in mine. Around here if you want regular paying gigs then covers is the way to go.

[quote name='thisnameistaken' timestamp='1364238490' post='2023701'] I've found that too. I had a guitarist guy who wanted me to go do some cover sets with him (on double bass) and it turned out a lot of what he was playing was 'good enough' approximations of what he thought the songs sounded like. From the cover bands I've seen I think a lot of them operate on that basis. [/quote] There are some very good cover bands in my area which means only the best survive and 'good enough' will not cut it. That requires regular rehearsals, taking on technically difficult tunes and performing them properly.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1364229780' post='2023517'] I do just the opposite. My current main paying job is in a creative environment, but I take a purely technical role, which leaves all my creativity/imagination free for my originals band. Because no matter how exciting the job that pays most of my money is, for me playing my own music is infinitely more satisfying. [/quote] I have been in both original and cover bands down through the years and have found both to be both satisfying but in different ways and for different reasons. Right now playing covers gives me the best opportunity for regular weekend gigs and gigging regularly is what satisfies me most.

[quote name='D-L-B' timestamp='1364159516' post='2022752'] Just admit it guys, if we get right to the bottom of it, it's simply down to lack of imagination. Amirite?! Huh?! [/quote] Cannot agree. I have a busy life where my imagination is in full throttle monday to friday. At The weekends I rock out in a covers band and its a welcome release and helps me recharge for the following week.

Iuse them on both a Fender Jazz and Sadowsky JJ and I am very happy. They last sooooo long!. However I Used them on a Pedulla Thunderbolt in the past and found they were a poor match. Dull and unresponsive. Pedulla use maple to construct their bodies in the thunderbolt which might have something to do with it. Interestingly Roger Sadowsky does not recommend them, as he claims the coating on the strings reduces conductivity which can give rise to buzzing due to poor earthing, but that has not been my experience.

[quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1363206619' post='2009902'] just wondering if anyone on here has 'downgraded' from 5 strings back to 4 again permanently? I've been playing my 5 stringer for a few months now and haven't touched my 4 string (Thumb B.O.) since I first discovered the joys of the 5 string... I've had a week's holiday this week and spent most of it playing my 5 string bass (well, who wouldn't?) but on a whim decided to play my 4 stringer again today and something feels kind of 'right' about 4 strings. Anyone else had this feeling? Is it just familiarity with the old 4 stringer, or is there something that just 'works' with 4 strings? I'm interested if anyone has gone through a 5 string 'phase' and returned to their 4 string permanently...? [/quote] Went from playing a lovely Pedulla thunderbolt 5 to a 1964 fender jazz and Sadowsky jj 4. I am much happier in 4 string land and its no downgrade IMO. Funny thing was I found adjusting from 5 to 4 much more demanding than going from 4 to 5

[quote name='thodrik' timestamp='1362744124' post='2004085'] One of the reasons I love my Metro Jazz is the fact that the neck is a bit wider and thicker than the Fenders I've tried. Coming from a Precision background this helps a lot. If I had the money I'd buy a NYC in a second. [/quote] This was a difficulty for me as I was coming from a fender jazz and was expecting the neck to have similar shape. I could not deal with chunkier profile and hence required a reshape.

I purchased an NYC JJ directly from Sadowsky, but found the depth of the neck pretty chunky when compared with my 1964 jazz bass. I returned the neck to Roger Sadowsky who reshaped the neck to my requirements for a reasonable fee. I suggest emailing Sadowsky prior to purchase and get as much info as possible. They are an excellent company to deal with.