Krysbass
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Same here. Maybe I've been lucky, but In over 40 years of playing (mostly covers), I've only ever learned songs by ear, from repeated listening and playing along. Never had to write anything down.
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I bought a new 5-string ReBop DLX in 2015, which was around the time the DLX model was being discontinued in favour of the MM. Possibly connected to the run-out of the DLX, mine came fitted with EMG DC active pickups instead of the more usual HZ pickups. I still love the sound and feel of this bass, but it did feel a little neck-heavy, so I fitted a set of Gotoh lightweight machineheads. A bit pricey, but worth it as they have made a noticeable improvement in the balance.
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My '84 Westone Thunder III - owned from new in '85 but modded in 2018 with Bartolini pickups and 3 band active electronics.
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Another good sounding 2x10" front ported cab, (though sadly discontinued) is a Yamaha BBT210S. I used a couple of these for some years as my gigging rig. However, they are 4 ohm impedance, which may not suit everyone.
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Agreed. Besides, some original bands often use different arrangements of their own songs when playing live. For example, Simple Minds have been doing this since their 80s peak.
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What's the bass/instrument you have had longest?
Krysbass replied to Stub Mandrel's topic in General Discussion
Longest owned (and oldest) is my Westone Thunder III. Built in '84, bought it new in '85, then modded it in 2018 with Bartolini electronics & pickups and Gotoh lightweight machine heads. Still played regularly. -
Jose bought a multi-effects unit from me and despite an unexpected issue on my side, was an absolute pleasure to deal with, both in speedy payment and in our communications. A top bloke to do business with in complete confidence. Chris
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Craig bought my amp and cabs - top bloke, and great to deal with. Thanks, Craig and good to meet you. Chris
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This class D amp has 2 separate power amps/outputs, each delivering up to 250 watt RMS into a 4 ohm cab – so total 500 watts RMS with 2 x 4 ohm cabs connected. There is no facility to bridge the outputs. In full working order, though some of the front panel EQ buttons need a firmer push to register. As with many examples of this amp, it does emit a feint high-pitched whine in operation, but this is inaudible when playing. As can be seen in the photo – it’s complete with original packaging and documentation and the following items: · Metal Ashdown Labs outer case (I removed the amp from this, as it helps with cooling) · Soft carrying case, strap to fit outer case and metal lugs to attach strap. · 19” rack ears. Given the low asking price - I’d rather that prospective purchasers try this before purchasing to minimise any complications. Payment either cash or by bank transfer with funds cleared before collection.- 1 reply
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£90 each, or £160 for the pair, or near offers welcome (as I'd like to reclaim the small amount of floorspace these occupy!) 2x10" + adjustable tweeter 4 ohm impedance 250 watts RMS power handling Weight: Approx. 21kg./46lbs. 5oz. each. Size: 59.5x40.3x36.3cms Front-ported cabs, carpet-covered plywood construction, 2 x carrying handles, OEM fitted with Eminence drivers. I unbolted the Yamaha badges from the grilles, but they can easily be re-attached. I've owned these cabs from new and treated them with care. Only a very small patch of the carpet covering has worn away on a corner of one cab from transporting it in the boot of my car (see photo). Courier delivery not possible, due to difficulty finding suitable packaging, but happy to meet up/deliver within 25 miles of Northwich, Cheshire. Payment either cash or by bank transfer with funds cleared before collection or delivery. Thanks for looking! -
Sold my amp to Hoff - top bloke, everything went well and I would be happy to deal with him again. Cheers, Hoff and good to meet you. Chris
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Ashdown/Yamaha mini-rig - *WITHDRAWN*
Krysbass replied to Krysbass's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
Withdrawing from sale as a complete rig, as the Little Giant 1000 amp has now been sold separately. I will be re-listing the remaining items. -
There are too many songs to list that I'm utterly bored with, because they have long been played to death on radio and elsewhere. But only two songs spring to mind that I hate with such a passion that they compel me to switch stations or turn them off when they are played: There Must be an Angel (playing with my heart) - Eurythmics Winner Takes it All - Abba
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Did music lessons at school help with your musical life?
Krysbass replied to Nail Soup's topic in General Discussion
School music lessons, whether learning to read music and play recorder in class or later, individual lessons on saxophone then clarinet, only helped me in terms of making playing a musical instrument seem less daunting than might otherwise have been the case. It was much later, when I was 19 and at Polytechnic that I took up bass guitar. I didn't stick with saxophone or clarinet at school and even back then, I found it easier and more satisfying to play songs by ear, from memory rather than read sheet music. And that's how I've played bass ever since - no sheet music, tab or any kind of written notes. An approach likely to have its limitations if I'd wanted to play bass professionally, but no problem at all in over 40 years as an enthusiastic amateur. -
Ashdown/Yamaha mini-rig - *WITHDRAWN*
Krysbass replied to Krysbass's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
Price for whole rig reduced to £300.
