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I have found that using it in the effects loop adds a touch of distortion for some reason. But it doesn´t change or colour sound at all before the amp. Hope that helps.

[quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='732785' date='Feb 2 2010, 12:14 PM']No - have you used one?[/quote] I use one all the time. I have it at the end of the loop, before the amp. At its most basic, it is a gain booster that fattens up and compensates for any signal loss along the the chain (greta if using moe than 4 pedals, or effects with wave manipulation or dist.) Just set the level u want after your chain and you´re way. I have a slightly modded one I got on Evilbay and It´s great.

Ther are loads of possibilites out there amp wise. Try a few of the Ampeg PRO range, A Mesa or two and some Mark Bass offerings. There are some great second hand Eden amps around at the mo, also, I would suggest the Orange Bass Terror (seeing as weight of the SVT is an issue) Lastly, don´t forget the TC RH450 Basically, try as many as you can and whittle down a list of what you like. as a matter of interest, would you be selling your SVT-CL? If so, how much?(may be in the market for one)

Considered an EHX LPB-1?

Try t´local ´Aardware Store. My local has more wheels than a Kwik-Fit garage soaked in Rat pee. Just make sure the cab has fiitings for them as drilling it may cause problems. Or, try a flightcase instead.

[quote name='jet1968' post='732701' date='Feb 2 2010, 11:23 AM']much improved sound last weekend...... the strings made a BIG difference...was already using rotos (nickel) but switching to the stainless ones has helped me get closer. Used my AC100 valve amp with a 1x15 Hiwatt clone cab that has a celestion BL400 driver and it was clear, deep and punchy with a good bit of growl from the new strings. My only thought was would I get more of that 'clunky' Foxton sound with 4x12 ? I'd love the Marshall VBC412 but it seems its a 4ohm cab and my amp only goes down to 8ohms[/quote] I think the JCM Bass 4x12 is an 8ohm cab. Check ebay

[quote name='Lfalex v1.1' post='732351' date='Feb 1 2010, 10:39 PM']There's other choices! Roscoe Beck sig Stu Hamm Urge (1 or2) Precision Deluxe Mark Hoppus sig They're all different permutations of the 2 main Fender bass recipes, which deliver differtent sounds and feels accordingly... If I can't have them, I'll have my 2004 Ash-bodied MIA s1 Jazz in Translucent Sunset Orange, thanks!![/quote] I´ve got the two last ones you mentioned above and I love them. That is, if you mean American Precision Deluxe. The P Deluxe is probably one of the most versatille basses around! The mm type pup in the bridgre really gives it an extra bit of muscle and solo´d does a weirdly good Jazz sound too. And I´m not going to start talking about the Hoppus AGAIN I also have a modded 78 P with active EMGs in (PJ pup config) and am debating whether of not to restore it to a proper P. I already have a 78 100%orig and immaculate, so maybe I´ll leave it-it does sound great! The Precision Lyte does a great job of being a PJ-doesn´t sound 100% like either on its own, but with both pups on, it sounds fantastic and all in a very lightweight package. Can´t P all Jazz get long?

[quote name='Low End Bee' post='732644' date='Feb 2 2010, 10:30 AM']Start your own band. Put your own ads out stating the kind of stuff you want to play and the kind of people you want to play with. As a reasonable chap you might just attract like minded people to you. The day people tell me what bass line to play is the day they get precisioned. He sounds like an arrogant ****er.[/quote] +10000! Don´t take orders from a prat like that mate. Tell him to stuff it, and walk. Start your own band with people you get on with and who´ll play the music that you wan to play.

[quote name='2x18' post='732535' date='Feb 2 2010, 08:38 AM']"Diamond " Copy on Gumtree Manchester [url="http://manchester.gumtree.com/manchester/49/53275349.html"]http://manchester.gumtree.com/manchester/49/53275349.html[/url][/quote] that looks nice!

[quote name='cheddatom' post='732627' date='Feb 2 2010, 10:11 AM']If you want to use multiple pre-amps, then you have to split your signal before the pre-amps, unless you want one to (over)drive another. If you just want more power, use the amp with the pre you like best, then run a line from the FX send to the FX return on the other amp.[/quote] +1

I think this s1 works well on the Jazz, but it was quite poor on the P bass. But the S1 series american basses had the best colour choices in a long time.

Neither. Buy another Fender, you know you want to!

[quote name='retroman' post='731878' date='Feb 1 2010, 04:22 PM']Yeap! I was having a major GAS attack over it, drool pouring out both sides of the mouth..........The Mrs told me to load up ebay and have a look in our watch list.......She'd bid on it, and won it!!!! :wub: :wub: :wub: It's one of the 76 Bicentennials that was actually built in '77, going by the serial number. the bicentennial 'bird is my all time favourite bass!! Don't know that I would be brave enough to gig it though.....[/quote] You are a lucky man indeed my friend. Doubt mine would help look for a bass in the house, let alone find and bid on one on ebay! The Bi-cent is a MONSTER of a bass!-the drooling is totally justified there. Just make sure you drink plenty of milk before you get it- it will rattle the sh*t out of your bones! Also, like Farmer, you have to put it in Gear Porn on arrival

[quote name='warwickhunt' post='731964' date='Feb 1 2010, 05:43 PM']However one man's 'work of art' is another man's 'pretentious fussiness'... and that could be said of Ritter, Warwick OR Alembic! [/quote] +1 I think all of the above are awful looking, but i´m sure they are all great to play. In terms of the Warwick Signature issue, I reckon that as long as the craftsmanship is of the highest quality, the price is somewhat justified. Signature models are usually pretty decent, hence someone lending their names to them and I´ll bet that Warwicks are no exception. As I sadi before, i personally do not like the look of Warwick basses, but their reputation for quality can´t really be argued with. Though I will say that most manufaturers should consider rechecking their prices, as many people are no longer in a position to spend as much on gear as they might have done previously.

Have you considered the Ampeg B500 Dr programmable head? Four channels (all FSW-selectable), two inputs (meaning not having to change cables-leave two plugged in) Its a great amp. 500watts into 2ohms. and all in a handy 2U rack unit. and it's the last US designed and built Ampeg (aside from the new Heritage models) Didn't like the idea of a digital Ampeg initially, but can't recommend it highly enough!

The body of the jazz, the neck of the Precision and the pups from a Precision= best bass in the world! The jazz is a better looking machine, but for the sound, it's gotta be a Precision!

[quote name='retroman' post='731324' date='Feb 1 2010, 08:05 AM']Looks solid, and straight enough to me, but I think the asking price is a bit steep. The installation of that neck pickup looks a bit of a bodge to me, and looking at the wear on the front of the body, it's been played a lot. Me personally, I'd wait for another to come up [/quote] +1 Wait a bit mate, you could get a much better one at that price

[quote name='leftybassman392' post='730484' date='Jan 31 2010, 12:39 PM']Actually, Dave Marks has an interesting perspective on this one... [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzGSEgRgkSU"]Here...[/url][/quote] Excellent video. Simple and to the point, but you wouldn't believe the amount of idiots out there!

I want. :wub:

Sounds to me like he´s cooked your cab. I´d be wanting more than a bit of the repair costs! It´s that guys fault IMO. if he plugged the head into the cab, he´s to blame! If someone wants to use my rig, I´ll consider it-provided I´ve sen them play before (so i know what I´m dealing with), and they are happy that they cant mess with the eq´ing and set gain and volume levels, (and no kid metal bands!!! ) but I won´t let guys swap amps and cabs-all or nothing. And I never lend an amp to someone if they´re playing a gig that Im not at! Gear aint cheap and most guys using borrowed gear are less careful and respectful of it, in my experience

[quote name='antti' post='729454' date='Jan 30 2010, 08:50 AM']Did it once. I ordered my Ampeg SVT-CL and Trace Elliot 1015H without ever seeing these in "live". I will never try anything bass-related beforehand any more. It went so well. [/quote] I bought my VBA400 without trying and am thinking the same!

Hi, Just seen a nice set up over here. Bassman 100 and silverface 4x12 I have a VBA 400 and 4x12 so sorted for valves and power really, just wanted to know if I take a punt, what would be a fair price for a fully functional setup with no real scuffs or tears? I saw on another thread someone found one at less than 500quid? Or was I dreaming? I have no idea about these amps, other than the fact that the stock speakers are apparently awful and will need replacing and that the 100 became the 135 around 79 or so. Any and all help appreciated lads, Cheers, Col

Stunning!!! Price is crazy-like on anything pre 1980 these days, but a beautiful instrument!!! Truly b*ner inspiring!