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  1. franzbassist
    Hi Matt Brian Barret at The Low End in the US has an ultra-rare Smith BMT Elite fretted 6 for sale at the moment. These are the best Smiths of all IMO (I used to own one, as well as numerous other BSRs). I know it would mean buying sight unseen from the US, but I'd be astonished if it was anything less than incredible, and expensive. Cheers Gareth
  2. franzbassist
    Yet more cables for me from Dave. A speaker cable wired for bridged power amp use and a balanced Y lead; perfect products as always.
  3. franzbassist
    If anyone is on Facebook, Dave has now set up a page for his bassic bits cables business on there. If you use Facebook it might be a nice idea to share the love and add yourself as a fan. Cheers Gareth
  4. franzbassist
    I just bought one of [url="http://www.studiospares.com/Road-Cases/Studiospares-Trojan-MkII-3U-ABS-Rack-Cases/invt/458610"]these[/url], a really nice and deep 3u ABS case, to house my new Demeter pre and Crown power amp. However, I've decided I'd prefer to house them in a proper 4u flight case, so I was wondering if anyone fancied a swap? I'd prefer a flightcase with the plastic or aluminium sides than plywood, but it's not a deal breaker. Anyone? Cheers Gareth
  5. franzbassist
    I see you are Warwick endorsed. What are you/they replacing this with?
  6. franzbassist
    both still available
  7. franzbassist
    [quote name='tayste_2000' post='784070' date='Mar 23 2010, 10:14 PM']Mine was a joke about the 2 HBP-1's you seem to be selling [/quote] Ah yes, the mysterious duplicate post. I asked mods to delete when I spotted it.
  8. franzbassist
    [quote name='tayste_2000' post='783667' date='Mar 23 2010, 04:51 PM']Which one is better [/quote] It's the whole package of the combo and extension cab that appeals, compact and loud, plus the tubey goodness.....
  9. franzbassist
    OK, I just bought this used in the US as I wanted a tube front end, but what I really wanted is a Mesa Walkabout rig, and sod's law meant one popped up the very day I bought the Demeter! Demeter HBP1 tube bass preamp. Very highly regarded in the US. Details are [url="http://www.demeteramps.com/products/bassamplification/hbp1.html"]here[/url]. I should have the preamp by the end of the week as I'm just waiting to get the letter to pay the customs charges. The unit is in very good condition with some minor rack rash. Not looking to turn a profit on this, but if anyone wants it this will be available for [b]£500 plus postage[/b] for as long as Pete's Walkabout Combo and cab are for sale. Cheers Gareth
  10. franzbassist
    Nice bass. I love the hard case. Who made it?
  11. franzbassist
    [quote name='iamapirate' post='780853' date='Mar 20 2010, 03:29 PM']How much for the xlr-jack on it's own?[/quote] PM sent
  12. franzbassist
    Now that I have gone from EA to Demeter , I have two Micro/Doubler accessories available: First up is a footswitch made for me by Max at sfx. It's a mute and channel select, and also comes with a 2m lead. Second is a DI breakout cable (cable length is 20cm) made by OBBM, allowing you to use a regular XLR cable to go to the PA. The footswitch is brand new, definitely ungigged, and works perfectly. The breakout cable has never been used. This cost me about £75 for the lot. I'd like £50 posted (regular 1st class) for this top quality, brand new, BC-made kit. Cheers Gareth
  13. franzbassist
    If you'd posted this 8 hours earlier I'd have bought it instead of getting a Demeter pre and power amp. Bum...
  14. franzbassist
    [quote name='obbm' post='779800' date='Mar 19 2010, 02:11 PM']There are very few power amps that bridge into 4-ohms. Most QSC do however. I used to have a PLX1602, it was excellent and bridgeable into 4-ohms. 2U x 19-inch.[/quote] The guys at Crown tell me their XLS series are ok at 4 as well, even thought they don't list it on their site!
  15. franzbassist
    Thanks chaps. Yes, familiar with Powersoft but just dismissed them as being out of my price range (for now). The 1u light weight amp goal isn't critical; 2u is fine, new or used, ideally something reasonably light that is lower powered in stereo but stable bridged at 4 and 8 ohms, putting 800 and 400 watts out respectively.
  16. franzbassist
    Hello folks OK, I have two cabs, both 8 ohms, a 1x12 and a 2x10 rated 350 and 500 watts respectively. What would be a good power amp to put with these? I've heard from various sources that MOSFET amps are best for bass, but I have been using digital amps for a while and not thought they lacked anything; in fact the bridged Peavey DPC1400X I used to have used bridged into an Epifani 2x12 was the best tone I have ever had! So, I am open to Class D, and in fact a light 1u power amp would be my ideal option. I'm happy to get a lower powered stereo amp and run it bridged, or buy a mono power amp, to get the requisite degree of power and headroom. Ideally I'd like to get something for under £300, so used is probably the most likely route. I'd prefer a name brand, such as Crown or QSC, and have seen good prices on the XLS402 (can these run bridged at 4 ohms) and PLX 1602. Any thoughts? Cheers Gareth
  17. franzbassist
    Sold, pending the usual.
  18. franzbassist
    On hold for someone while they check their finances.
  19. franzbassist
    Probably won't sell anyway as the market is SO slow right now.....
  20. franzbassist
    [quote name='slobluesine' post='778574' date='Mar 18 2010, 01:45 PM'] ?[/quote] I know, but the Demeter itch must be scratched!
  21. franzbassist
    Hi Jan Rather than constantly creating new posts to sell the same items, why not just bump the original? Cheers Gareth
  22. franzbassist
    Much as I love this amp, a Demeter setup is calling me, so with some reluctance I am selling my Euphonic Audio Doubler. This is pretty much brand new, having been gigged once and rehearsed with twice. New UK price is £599, I'm looking for [b]£505 posted[/b]. Weighs just 1.2kg (2lb 10oz). Full details on the EA website [url="http://www.eaamps.com/index.php?p=doubler&m=products"]here[/url], and a copy of the manual is [url="http://www.gollihurmusic.com/pdfs/manuals/goll_micro_doubler_manual.pdf"]here[/url]. No trades thanks, unless you have a Demeter HBP1 preamp kicking around. Tryouts in NE Hampshire welcome, or collection in Central London. Cheers Gareth
  23. franzbassist
    Hi Neil Yup, still here. Cheers Gareth
  24. franzbassist
    Dare I ask the weight of this bad boy?
  25. franzbassist
    Nothing to see here, move along....
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