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Just been on your website and looked at your gear No wonder you don't list it under your sig that's some guitar selection Great band, and in Mickey Krystal a future superstar surely Enjoy the tour

Phil Gould may indeed have put a bit of beef on, but I bet he's enjoying the view of Yolandas backside better than he ever did with Mark Kings

I've had over thirty five years experience and find it harder than ever to nail new material, but I put that down to age - my brain does not take stuff in and remember like it used to, I must get rid of those aluminium saucepans..... Presumably you are talking about what a lot of us do and that is to play a cover of somebody elses tune, if that's the case, read on. If it's original material, you'll have to somehow tailor the following Learn the bass part... Obvious reallyl, but specifically I mean learn it so you can play it without thinking - yep, it's hard work, I have sat for HOURS in my kitchen going over and over one song but it's the only way to do this Then.... Learn the vocal - the lyrics, the phrasing, the tune, the lot. Now, verse first... Play along to the original and [i]hum[/i] the tune as you play the bass line. Do this and visualise the lyric but don't try and sing just yet, you need to focus on the brain split between bass and vox. Do it over and over until you feel you can join in with the singing. Then.....speak it through at first so you get the phrasing married with the bass. Any tricky timings you find between bass and vox, go over them again and again So, once each verse is mastered, move on to the chorus and do the same Put the whole lot together and then sing along with the original until you have it nailed. Finally..... practise singing TO your audience - by that I mean try not to look at your fretboard as you sing, try not to look down, try not to always have your eyes closed. Get these final bits right and you've cracked it! Two of the hardest songs I can think of that took me yonks in the kitchen were 'Rat Trap' by the Boomtown Rats - totally counterpoint bass/vox and that lazy Geldof drawl too - and 'Lonely Boy' by Andrew Gold. Best of luck

[quote name='RichF' timestamp='1345983321' post='1783758'] Thank Jesus I am 5 hours away [/quote]

[quote name='GarethFlatlands' timestamp='1345381397' post='1776838'] Aaages ago there was a really long thread linked to on here where a builder goes through every step of making a jazz bass copy, including pickup winding that was a really interesting and informative read. ..And with a bit of googling, here it is [url="http://www.tdpri.com/forum/tele-home-depot/169606-1960-jazzbass-build.html"]http://www.tdpri.com...bass-build.html[/url] Pickup build starts around page 4. [/quote] That is the best build thread I have ever seen AWESOME!!! Thanks for putting that link up

I can recommend Ultimate Ears triple-fi

There is only one I can recommend [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/157460-stageclix-jack-wireless-system/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/157460-stageclix-jack-wireless-system/[/url]

A bass player who sings while he plays - I like it

This is local bass hero JD1 on this forum - superb band and all brilliant players, I'm not ashamed to say I am a fan of this guy, I love his playing and sound this is so clever it made me laugh out loud when I saw it. Brilliant IMO [url="http://www.youtube.com/embed/2I5d3PdFk90"]http://www.youtube.c...bed/2I5d3PdFk90[/url]

The fact he can fit a vocal on top of playing and switching is neat!! Clever stuff - but ya reet, his final vocal does leave a bit to be desired I too like his playing

Hey Chris, Gutted for you having this bother As the original poster of the review that I did on this excellent system (and you then following my recommendation) it's disappointing to see you have not got the same satisfaction that I have from my Stageclix Jack which up to last nights gig is still performing brilliantly for me I've actually just posted on my original thread to see if you recieved yours then found this thread I hope you get sorted, because for me, this has been a brilliant piece of kit and I'd love you to feel the same way I hope the guys at Stageclix will get it sorted to your satisfaction

You get this yet Chris?

[quote name='jimmybass04' timestamp='1331396302' post='1572360'] great version mate , love that song [/quote] Cheers for the feedback Jimmy

Another video of our pub band live, from local video enthusiast berniewd40's video channel. We mixed the sound from the desk with his camcorder mic to get a more ambient effect - he's getting the hang of his editing gear too This song is the only chance I get to strap the fretless on as I don't have to sing and play at the same time [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POJ8BlqtgQg&context=C4fa62f4ADvjVQa1PpcFPzRkFy2-6Ii9gQ9u84XyvDTmjQhJreH6k=[/media]

Very nice WOT and playing alongside one of my boyhood heroes Trevor Brewis! I was a huge Danceclass fan way back in the day, I still maintain they were a huge influence on me, what a band and what a drummist Bass sounds great, nice one JJ

Brilliant! Great sound and equally always great playing from this very talented trio, I've seen this band live and they are absolutely superb, I also love JD1's style and sound Great stuff

[quote name='EskimoBassist' timestamp='1322265666' post='1448882'] How about this Expressionator module which Jean Baudin has been testing over on Talkbass? Released soon, here's a demo: [/quote] I lasted 4mins then turned this clip off not my idea of a bass sound at all Amazing what some peeps get up to with four strings though isn't it?

[quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1320914674' post='1432975'] The only thing I found was that running it on a pedalboard (rather than atop my amp), th 1st pedal after it had to be buffered. If it was true bypass (my tuner for example), there was a huge pop when it's turned on and off. I moved my tunder to 2nd in the chain (after y octave pedal) and hey presto. Perfect. I'm thrilled to bits with mine [/quote] Nice one! One thing I did forget to mention with mine in my OP.. I had to reduce the output gain on my Warwick via the onboard trimpot (inside the guitar, not the Jack!) as my original signal was distorted - some other basses may need a similar adjustment

[quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1320310375' post='1425022'] What power requirement does the receiver have? Is it 9.v centre neg like your 'average' effects pedal? If so, has anyone tried daisy chaining it of a pedal power supply, or does it require a dedicated supply? Shep [/quote] Standard supply will work - I use a different supply that I already had with a splitter lead to power up the Stageclix and a tuner

Those clips sound fantastic! Megga tunes, playing and production Are you the same bassist from The RT Electric Band by any chance?

[quote name='chrismuzz' timestamp='1319409967' post='1413902'] Its Most likely that it's considerably more expensive (I've seen the g30 system for £250 now!) But the Stageclix Jack system appears to be well worth the extra money, for the added convenience and reliability. I'm definately going to save for one and place the receiver on my pedalboard [/quote] Yes it's expensive, but check out the review below from bassgear.co.uk (which tells you in much better detail than I did) to appreciate how good this actually is: There have been wireless systems for guitar and bass guitar for many years now. With a few (extremely expensive) exceptions, they have all been analogue systems, and this type of system has a couple of distinct disadvantages. The first is that they all employ a piece of circuitry called a ‘compander’ (short for compressor/expander) to squash up your signal before transmission so that it will fit in the VHF or UHF band, and then expand it back again at the receiver end to try and get near what it sounded like originally. As with 300dpi to 72dpi photo’s, or wav to mp3’s, once you remove information to reduce the file size, you can’t get it back. And the second is bandwidth. Even the more expensive models roll off the bass at around 60Hz (bottom E on a bass guitar is 44Hz; and if you’ve a bottom B string, that’s about 31Hz). So, much of that big fat bottom end you have worked hard to get doesn’t even make it to the input socket of the amp! And they have to roll off at the top end around 14-15kHz, so the subtle, higher end harmonics and sheen are discarded, too. Now of course some of that top and bottom end gets through, albeit considerably attenuated, and the brain tries to psycoacoustically make up for what is missing. But really, wouldn’t it be better to have an un-tampered-with, full range signal to start with?? Enter the stageClix Digital Wireless System from Holland. Firstly, because it is digital, there is no compander because there is no need for one. And secondly, the bandwidth is 20Hz to 20kHz, ±1dB (that’s CD quality). So now there’s a new, much higher standard. And a new set of rules. At a similar price to the better analogue systems. The system uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz, which is both legal to use, and available worldwide. It is also a long way away from the current analogue bands that are due to be sold off by the British government in the Digital Television switchover, so stageClix is entirely unaffected by what happens there – future proof! No sharing channels with radioastronomy sites. No “UPGRADE PASS” Needed! No applying to Government Departments for licences. The stageClix Jack system consists of a jack plug transmitter, with the jack itself on an articulated knuckle so that, when plugged in, the transmitter body can be turned flush to the guitar. This transmitter uses two rechargeable AAA batteries (supplied) and has a battery life of at least 15 hours straight use. When the transmitter is plugged into the receiver, the batteries are recharged quickly and automatically, 80% in 3 hours. Batteries can be user-replaced (and will be supplied FOC if within 2 years of purchase, so keep your invoice), or returned to Holland for exchange and environmental disposal. The materials used for both the transmitter and receiver casings have been carefully selected and tested, and have proven to be “roadproof”. The shell of the transmitter is manufactured from indestructible polycarbonate (also used to make safety goggles). The receiver is housed in a robust metal case. The system uses a patented transmitting technique which stageClix calls ’triple-diversity’. By using three frequencies within 1 channel at the same time there’s practically zero chance of dropout or interference. Compare this with hopping from one single channel to another after interference sets in. It’s also really easy to use, there is no menu to navigate, nor an installation procedure. Plug into the guitar, switch on, and play! The transmitter has been designed to fit almost all makes of bass guitars and guitars without needing a beltpack – although a beltpack version is available for those instruments where there is a physical problem, or interference from active electronics. A nice touch is when you withdraw the transmitter from the charger/receiver, it is automatically switched off to prevent a possible thump as you plug it into your instrument. And the whole package comes in a quality moulded briefcase with an interior foam cut-out for protection, convenience and speedy setup. With a user guide in properly written English! Features and Specifications: - No audible delay (less than 2.4 milliseconds), an end to latency problems. - CD quality from 24 bit digital converters (no compander), frequency response is 20Hz-20kHz ±1dB. - Extremely quiet – signal to noise ratio typically 97dB. - Small, light and strong – transmitter is about the size of a lighter, housed in a polycarbonate case. Impedance 1.5MOhm, RF power 20mW. - Can be used legally worldwide, operates in the 2.4 GHz band: 2,400GHz – 2,488GHz - Uses rechargeable batteries, which are (quickly) recharged when the transmitter is plugged into the receiver. Cheaper to run, and greener. - Stompbox sized receiver in a rugged metal housing. Output impedance 1kOhm, sensitivity -82dBm. No fiddly menus – true plug’n'play. - Long Battery Life – 15 hours non-stop playing on one charge. Fast charging: 1 hour charge = 4 hours playing. - Battery type is Texcus 950 mAh AAA Ni-Mh 1,2 V – User replaceable, old batteries can be returned to stageClix for “green” disposal, and replacements are available at modest cost. Battery life expected to be at least 5 years. - Virtually zero dropout – uses unique ‘Triple Diversity’ transmission, i.e. it transmits on 3 different frequencies at once in any one band. - Flexible and practical – 12 stageClix transmitters can be used simultaneously in one venue without interference. - 60 metres range (line of sight), approx 300 feet. Transmitter weight: 68 grammes, including batteries. - Digital UK power supply for receiver, 100v to 230v AC, with exchangeable UK, European and USA pins. - Suitable for all passive instruments – and many active ones, although the belt pack version is recommended for active instruments. * Licence free worldwide. * No ‘Peak Pricing’ * No “Upgrade Pass” needed. * Not subject to OFCOM chan 69 legislation * No sharing with astronomy channels

[quote name='chrismuzz' timestamp='1318361291' post='1401213'] Wow this looks better than the Line 6 offerings! GAS and a half [/quote] Amazed so few Basschatters have not latched on to this compared to the Line6 alternative, which seems to have grabbed more peoples attention on these pages - if you are considering 'losing your lead' you'd do well to check this alternative out

[quote name='Oopsdabassist' timestamp='1318184960' post='1398989']Ok silly question time...the tx is so small, and it plugs straight into the jack socket, whats the belt pouch for? Not being awkward, just confused [/quote] Hey no probs. Valid question. It's if you want to use the transmitter jack with a lead that comes supplied. Instead of plugging the jack direct into the guitar input, you can put it in the belt holster and plug the supplied link lead from the Jack into the guitar socket. Individual preference catered for ;D

I've been using this system for the last three weekends before reviewing it, just so that I got a chance to run it through it's paces. It's so well built and simple to use, if anyone is contemplating a top quality wireless system I'd strongly recommend they check this out [url="http://www.stageclix.com/products/stageclix-jack"]http://www.stageclix.../stageclix-jack[/url] The unit comes in it's own carry case complete with link leads, belt pouch and mains adapter. It took me less than three minutes to get it out and use it, it is [i]that [/i]simple. The Jack transmitter is a great design, it has an illuminated switch on the underside and the unit pivots around the jack plug to enable you to position it on your guitar. The jack is designed to be removed without any noise but the really neat bit for me is the fact that it uses a rechargeable battery and plugs into the base unit via a jack socket to recharge - brilliant! I swap basses onstage and this system is perfect to do that - off with the switch, out of the bass, into the next bass and switch back on again in seconds I have noticed NO drop in signal or tone, and the distance I can get between me and the receiver without any signal loss means I can go to the back of a room and soundcheck the band if required. There are some big names using this system at the moment - no not me - and I can see it becoming very popular For more tech stuff check the website above.