Wud

Have you considered the midi murf ? Has all of the bass, and also the normal murf filter settings, but also has midi so you could sync the murf to the drum machine using midi as opposed to using a click.

[quote name='thisnameistaken' post='859635' date='Jun 7 2010, 10:45 AM']Wow really? Weird.[/quote] Yep Smoke n Mirrors The Geddy Lee Sig binding is also paint. Still worthy instruments though all the same

Just thought I should point out that the MIM Fender 70's necks are not bound... it is paint.

Can anybody confirm if they get different results when flicking between the polyphonic mode and the normal mode. I saw a video review and the reviewer showed how a string that shows as fully in tune in the polyphonic mode will show as sharp or flat by quite an amount when you check the same string in standard mode. Anybody see this on their unit?

GAK has them in stock according to their website.

[quote name='ritch' post='637477' date='Oct 26 2009, 11:00 PM']Could I take an audio output from one of the aux's on my MPC (assign a snare or something to it) and plug it into the tap tempo on something like a DD6? Would that be a useable signal to trigger the expression input? I'm assuming an "expression" input is different to a CV input (like you'd find on a moogerfooger)?[/quote] It might well work, but I have never tried it to be honest. The Roland TR-606 drum machine used the toms for the trigger outs. I've used the trigger outs of the 606 to trigger the lfo clock on the Korg MS-20 synth, and also to clock the Arpegiator of a Roland SH-101 synth. Other drum machines assigned the rim shot for the trigger out as it had a more defined initial attack. I'm not sure what the tap tempo input's of stomp boxs's tend to expect, or accept. As I say though, it would definately work for a C.V/Gate synth in terms of clocking and/or triggering and I can't imagine pedals being too different.

Hi Mark, No sarcasm intended, just honest surprise. I'd never before heard of a single FX unit that could accept being powered over an XLR output by way of Phantom Power. Hence my obsevation of how things have changed. I've been using and working with pro audio for 21 years, and this is a new one to me. Did you get any answeres regarding the abaility of the Zoom to run off Phantom Power? If not, I can ask our Zoom rep if you'd like Cheers [quote name='Phaedrus' post='636160' date='Oct 25 2009, 02:56 PM']Hi Wud, I don't know if you're being sarcastic - you didn't use smilies to indicate, but your tone seems sarcastic to me. And that's fine - I use a little myself from time to time. I don't know your level of experience or areas of expertise, but (I really don't intend to sound patronising with this - I apologise if I do) maybe there's just some confusion or misunderstanding regarding the terms/principles involved with phantom power: The VXL Bass Attack (and other similar products) can be powered by 48v phantom power supplied [i]from[/i] a mixer's XLR audio [i]input[/i], [i]into[/i] the VXL Bass Attack's XLR audio [i]output[/i]. That's how phantom power works - it travels in the opposite direction to that of the audio signal. Same principle whether the source being powered is a condenser mic or a DI unit. A few clarifications/definitions: The XLR connector of the VXL Bass Attack is an audio [i]output[/i]. The XLR connectors on the channels of a mixer are audio [i]inputs[/i]. The VXL Bass Attack can be powered by receiving 48v phantom power [i]from[/i] a mixer's XLR audio [i]input[/i], [i]into[/i] the VXL Bass Attack's XLR audio [i]output[/i] connector. A repeat of a key quote from the VXL Bass Attack user manual: [color="#FF0000"] [i]If you are connecting to a mixer that has phantom power, the Bass Attack can be powered by connecting a standard mic cable to the [b]Direct Output[/b][/i][/color] Here's a different product type that can also receive 48v phantom power [i]from[/i] a mixer [i]into[/i] its XLR audio [i]output[/i]: [url="http://www.peavey-eu.com/pop_product.php?flag=IE&lan=UK&key=1882"]http://www.peavey-eu.com/pop_product.php?f...UK&key=1882[/url] "[i][color="#FF0000"]DI XLR output with fail-safe phantom power backup capability[/color][/i]" There's a link on this page ( [url="http://www.stagebeat.co.uk/P/5390/RQ+2318"]http://www.stagebeat.co.uk/P/5390/RQ+2318[/url] ) to the user manual for my band's PA mixer, the Peavey RQ2318. This quote from the manual talks about the mixer's 48v phantom power capability: "[i][b]14. PHANTOM POWER SWITCH:[/b] Applies 48VDC voltage to the [b]input XLR connectors[/b] to power microphones that require it. If phantom power is used, do not connect unbalanced dynamic microphones or other devices to the XLR inputs that cannot handle this voltage...[/i]" If anyone else reading this can correct me on anything I'm saying, please do. Mark[/quote]

Hi Phaedrus, Thats astounding. I've never heard of powering a unit with Phantom Power via its audio output before. Receiving Phantom Power via an audio input yes, but I've never seen an output offer this facility before. How times change.

I really dont think you want to try and send a 48v Phantom Power supply into any unit via an XLR Output. The XLR output won't accept Phantom Power into the the unit, as it's not a Mic Preamp. You quoted the answer after your question Phantom Power is to power Condenser Mics and not a way to provide pedals with 9volt power over an XLR out

Kaoss Pads are a lot of fun indeed, very cool performance toys. The build quality of the KP3 is a marked improvement on the old models from what I'm told.

[quote name='macp' post='625558' date='Oct 13 2009, 10:29 PM']I live in between Sandbach and Middlewich so I could pickup within a reasonable radius of that area.[/quote] Would that be Elworth ? I'm truly amazed to see the word Sandbach mentioned on a Bass Guitar forum! I lived on Congleton Road for a fair while. I'll be going to the Bass day, but I'm not in Cheshire anymore. It would be funny to hear tales of modern day Sandbach, to see if it's changed in any way.

I just got one of these last week. I'm rather impressed. Nice sound, small size on the board and I like the mid switch. Pity about the plethora of extra controls being hidden away inside the case, and not available on the outside for easier tweakability. Tracking is more than useable on my 4 string.

[quote name='Samniner' post='623069' date='Oct 11 2009, 01:19 PM']I have been looking around and trying to find a company that can make custom cases. This might be hard as I think that would be a pricey project. Another idea someone gave me was to use a case for a plasma/LCD. Seems like a good idea I just need to measure on out. Not too many options... Any ideas?[/quote] It seems obvious, but I don't know if you seen this site - www.pedalboards.com ? I imagine it would be expensive, but they do a flightcased board in just the same shape as your board.

Dawsons should not expect you to return the items back to them under your own steam. They should be offering to collect the items from you. When returning goods, I would recommend you take note of any consignment numbers used by the couriers, so you can track the goods. This can guard against the good old "We ain't had the stuff back yet mate" if they won't refund until the goods are back with them. I can sort of understand that comment coming from retailers in this climate though, as many people do try to play the game and get refunds for stuff, but not return it. I'm obviously not suggesting that is the case here! In my experience Dawsons don't stock, and just don't generally understand Hi-Tech equipment. They are good for overpriced accoustic guitars, and sheet music, and maybe a tambourine at a push. I'd probably just go elsewhere in all honesty. I don't "hate" Dawsons at all, I just wouldn't trust them with my time or money when considering any equipment that could be considered out of the ordinary or remotely hi end.

Its a bit mean to blame retailers like GAK for the lack of availabilty of these pedals. Manufacturers and distributors often give retailers false E.T.A's on release dates in order to get the retailer to advertise it early, so as to build a buzz about the product. Typical cynical marketing BS. Obviously the retailer will happily take deposits on pre orders, but they have absolutely no control over the manufacturers shiping schedules. I must admit, I'm not too interested in these pedals, except for the synth one.

Many thanks Gareth.

Cheers for the offer Nick, I'm on the Sussex coast, so not too near you. There seems to be just about room for the two extra pots, probably not ideal for people like me with sausage fingers! There are a few pictures of succesfully modded Nano BassBalls in that TB thread I linked earlier. I'm just keen to get more mileage out of the gear I allready have, as opposed to GAS'ing for more kit.

Hello Again, Another question about Pedal Mods from newbie Mr Wud! I'd noticed a thread on talksass regarding fitting knobs to bring the internal trim pots out on the Nano Bass Balls. [url="http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=558116"]http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=558116[/url] I'd love to do this, but I don't feel confident enough about it to risk breaking the pedal. Does anybody here in the UK know somebody on this forum who's good at this sort of thing, or any companies who might be able to help ? I did search before posting but didn't find anything. Apologies if linking to other forums is not appreciated.

Hi Chaps, Many thanks for the links Nick. I'd googled various topics relating to Vox Tonebenders, but never came up with anything relating to them specifically. there seems to be a lot of info regarding modding fuzzfaces, but not Tonebenders I think you may all be right though, in that it's probably better to leave it stock if I ever thought about resale value. I'm not looking at selling, as I do get great tones using it in a blender. I didn't know they fetched such large sums of money.

Hi, I've recently obtained an old Vox Tonebender MKIII - [url="http://www.effectsdatabase.com/model/vox/colorsound/tonebender/mk3"]http://www.effectsdatabase.com/model/vox/c.../tonebender/mk3[/url] Seems to be the later model with silicon transistors. I like the sound I can get with it, but was wondering if anybody here knew of any info regarding modding it for better use with bass? I was also wondering if it would be possible to add an LED or Power socket ? I'm handy with a soldering iron, but know next to nothing about circuits and components etc, but I'm keen to try something new. Thanks