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    Well im sorry to say i've been outvoted on this We had a band meeting on this subject last night. I took forward the views expressed here, of seperates, with an active speakers and passive mixer etc, but i may aswel not have. As far as anyone else in the band were concerened the decision should go to a sound engineer who is a friend of the band. I'm well aware he has more knowledge of all this than i do, but i do worry that the setup he has recommended is not ideally suited for us. The main issue being no one else in the band really has any idea of how a P.A works, so they are taking his word on it, and not listening to any of the points i am concerned about, also it will be left to me to set up when we do get it. He has recommended a Behringer digital mixer. I've no idea how to use one of these to their full potential and i can see problems on the horizon here. There are other issues, but i dont think theres much point in going into them. As a 6 piece band, i was out voted 5-1 . Democracy rules
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    Orrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr, i could take it off your hands
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    Yeh ive watched it. As you said, more about the playing than their backstories. Which was my main concern when i first heard about it. It is on Sky Arts, and was available for "catch up" last time i checked. Well worth a look. Although i have disagreed with one or two they have chosen to go through, i've really enjoyed it.
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    [quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1437410456' post='2825760'] You'd be better off trying to get something second hand [/quote] Yep, thats the plan. Thanks everyone for their opinions and experiences. It seems seperates seem the most popular way to go. I can definitely see the added benefit of being able to upgrade individual parts as and when we need to.
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    A lot of good points to consider. The size thing isnt so much of an issue as we do have a van. Well, our singer has a van anyway! I think the digital desk option will be a bit too pricey for us at present, but maybe something we will look at in the future. What i need is a local expert to show us how best to set up i think..... Anyone here up for the challenge? Wouldn't expect it the service free of charge of course
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    Thanks everyone. Yeh i have been looking at the mixing desk, but havent pulled the trigger as we havent decided 100% on what we want
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    We are in the process of looking for a new P.A system. As a 6 piece motown/soul band with keys and a small brass section. We have a good idea of the kind of set up we are going to get. I just wanted to get a few opinions on what you think would work better for us..... We have about £2500 and are planning on getting two tops and two subs, with two monitors. The bit im stuck on, because i dont know enough about the subject tbh, is whether to get a powered mixer, or a mixing desk with a seperate power amp. What are your experiences? What are the benefits/cons? Is there a different set up you would recommend? Any advice appreciated. If this is in the wrong section, feel free to move it. Thanks
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    Stunning. Replica of the bass i use. An amazing bass, whoever buys it will be extremely happy. If i could afford it, i'd have it GLWTS
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    Started playing at 14, and was "self taught" until i was 18. Thought i was good enough and didnt need lessons. Had my first lesson at 18, and it opened my eyes to how much i had left to learn. Had lessons with Jon Caulfield in Cardiff once or twice a month until i was about 26, and i'd still be going today if it wasnt for work and family commitments. My only regret is I wish id started earlier, when i would've had more time to practice.
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    [quote name='Jenny_Innie' timestamp='1436478067' post='2818578'] Get one of these BTW. I have two and they are a bit good. [/quote] Agreed. I only have one, and it is immense.
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    [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1435997355' post='2814204'] I suppose we should be grateful we don't live in China. [/quote] I've only been once. Won't be going again!! Could not believe what i was seeing/hearing, and could not believe no one had warned me about it!!!!
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    [quote name='Coilte' timestamp='1391425262' post='2356880'] This is quite often the cause of cramps, as well as playing on an empty stomach and not warming up in advance of a gig or practice session, with gentle stretches. [/quote] There is no proven cause of cramp. There are some who believe it to be caused by dehydration, or lack of salts, or over fatigue etc. But as for definitive proof.... there is none. People will advise all the things you've just said, because lets face it, they aren't going to do you any harm.
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    Just sold an amp to Danny Communication was swift. Payment was super quick. I forgot to post the power lead (doh) and he was very understanding! Dont hesitate to deal with Danny, he's a good guy
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    [quote name='Lee-Man' timestamp='1435607947' post='2810603'] For me Jay Bratten stole it. The rest was so so. I get what they were trying to do, but it needed a stronger (maybe gospel) drummer and more organic feel. [/quote] Exactly what i thought when i watched it. Jay was classy though. Would've died on its arse without him IMO
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    Looks incredible. Congrats!!
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    I have two basses. One has been with me for a long time, and i dont envisage it going anywhere. The other is swapped continuously. Like Lozz says, its good fun!
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    Just completed a trade deal with Stuart. Second transaction with him. Both trouble free. First message was in the morning, by 9pm, i had met him, swapped basses and got home in time for tea. Cheers mate
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    Just concluded a swift transaction with Geoff. The amp came in a well packaged box, and communications were great throughout. Really happy! Cheers Geoff
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    [quote name='bassbiscuits' timestamp='1435571457' post='2810028'] It's the oldies ain't it? Whichever way we look, the best true rockstars at the moment are the old ones. I'd throw in Jagger, Richards, Springsteen, Sting, Daltrey, Townsend, McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi easily into that list of bona fide superstars. Just hope that in 10 years time we've got enough younger guys reaching that legendary status to be able headline the big festivals eh. [/quote] Yeh i think Rock isn't as much a phenomenon in the mainstream as it once was. I know some people may disagree, but this kind of proves it. I cant think of anyone under 30 who i would consider a rock star, to the level they once were at least. One name you've missed out from the "over 40s" is Steve Tyler. I'd probably put him right up there with them.
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    Thank you good sir
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    So this is the amp: [url="http://s674.photobucket.com/user/FuNkShUi/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150125_183157.jpg.html"][/url] I will take some better pictures of it when i finish work today at 2ish, but the amp is in mint condition. Barely a scratch on it. I actually don't think there is a single mark on it, but as i don't have it in front of me right now, i wont say that definitively. Great little lightweight amp. Seriously loud!! A lot of people consider this as close as you can get to valve sound with a SS amp. Heres the specs off their website: [b]Power Output:[/b] 500 watts into 4 ohms, 250 watts into 8 ohms [b]Preamp Section:[/b] Solid State [b]Power Section:[/b] Class D [b]Transformer:[/b] Switching mode power supply (SMPS) [b]EQ Section:[/b] [b]Bass:[/b] +/- 17 dB @ 40 Hz [b]Mid Level:[/b] +/- 16 dB [b]Mid Frequency:[/b] 180 Hz – 1 kHz [b]Treble:[/b] +/- 14 dB @ 4 kHz [b]Drive Control:[/b] Fully adjustable, featuring Aguilar’s proprietary AGS(adaptive gain shaping) circuit. [b]Effects Loop:[/b] Series operation. Adds 6 dB of additional gain, making it useful for a broad range of effects units. [b]Inputs:[/b] One 1/4" input jack, compatible with all active and passive basses [b]Speaker Outputs:[/b] Two Neutrik Speakon speaker outputs [b]Balanced Output:[/b] XLR balanced output with pre/post EQ and ground lift switch Tuner output [b]Cooling:[/b] Two high quality whisper fans with thermal speed control [b]Dimensions:[/b] 10.75”W X 8.5”D X 2.75”H I think i have the original box with the manual, but i will double check when i get in. Either way, i will definitely be able to ship this, and it will probably cost £10 (ish). The cheapest i can find these is £550. Like i said, this is mint so represents a good saving. You're more than welcome to come and try it out. Any questions or offers, go ahead Cheers
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    It depends what kind of tapping you want. If you plan on playing the tapping where your still playing the bass notes with one hand whilst tapping out the melody with the other then i would probably suggest your normal settings normally with a little boost in treble, especially if your tapping is partly percussion aswel. Compression wont hurt either, but i dont personally use it.... Billy sheehan style isnt really my thing either, but i would guess a bit of delay and reverb will help! Im sure there are all sorts of different opinions on this mind. It is as personal as "what makes a good tone" Have a mess around with it.
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    Good to know! Cheers
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    Lovely looking bass!
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    Yeh I just need the head..... Lining someone up for a home run there haha With the combos, are the heads easy enough to just detatch?
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