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  1. Sparky Mark
    Absolutely. The 30hz is for cutting only if you follow TE advice and probably the 40hz too. Other than that your EQ settings look fine.
  2. Sparky Mark
    The lead bassline sounds heavily processed with compression and a modulation effect (phase/chorus/flanger?) so I don't think you will achieve it with your amp alone. I have an Ibanez SR1200 (4 string) which I would only use in passive mode if the battery failed. The 3 band (with selectable mid frequency) active EQ will give you way more options including more low and top end (cut/boost) shaping than in passive mode. Nathan's bass is more than likely in active mode too.
  3. Sparky Mark
    Thanks
  4. Sparky Mark
    What does the extra push button do please?
  5. Sparky Mark
    I prefer the flexibilty (and easier carry) of two single 12 cabs. Also, assuming they are 8 ohms each you will get maximum output from your head. Although a 4 ohm two 12 cab will also do that you can't chop it in half for small gigs or practice. A two 12 might be harder to sell when the time comes as single 12s seem more common/popular.
  6. Sparky Mark
    So nearly 6 months on the majority of Basschatters posting for sale ads still don't state a location. Isn't it a no-brainer that prospective buyers may want to try before buying?
  7. Sparky Mark
    Two questions:- Why the massive font? Where?
  8. Sparky Mark
    There's nothing odd going on here at all. In the good old days you probably would have just destroyed your speaker(s) with way too much deep bass at volume. You may also have had a knackered head too but modern heads have clever stuff in them nowadays to compensate for our incompetence and turn the power amp output off when it senses a dangerous load both for itself and any connected cabs. Octavers are good but be aware of the extra stress you are placing on the speakers and the extra power output from your amp at low frequencies you might not even hear.
  9. Sparky Mark
    I had the next generation ( I think) of this head called the Stingray. I don't remember it as being very good, but neither was I, but I still wouldn't bother with these at any price.
  10. Sparky Mark
    I got into lightweight with a pair of Bergantino AE112 cabs which were a breeze to load in and out. I dragged my older heavier HT112ER and EX112ER cabs out from under the stairs to sell them but decided to gig them one last time just to be sure. There was no comparison when it came to the depth and quality of tone the older cabs produced and the AEs were traded soon after. That may have nothing to do with neo or weight but newer isn't always better in my own experience.
  11. Sparky Mark
    MarcDan, where are you (and I don't mean location)?
  12. Sparky Mark
    For me the TE sound I want is clear, full and punchy. I found the extra facilities on the SMX (tube pre and compression) didn't add anything for me and maybe even took something away. From a simple ergonomics perspective I prefer the longer travel of the Series 6 graphic EQ sliders. I went for the 200 watter because it doesn't have a fan (excellent for studio/low volume practice) and is feather-light compared to the larger UV lit, fan cooled models. Oh, and it's the loudest 200 watt head I've come across to date. With the pre gain set at about half way I barely need the output above 2! I doubt the output control gives a linear increase in volume but I'm not brave/stupid enough to see where its limit is.
  13. Sparky Mark
    I used a Series 6 GP12 410 (AH200 head) at a rehearsal room a couple of months ago which convinced me I needed a Series 6 AH200 in my life. The combo was surprisingly shallow front to back but sounded great. If you dont need to move it much you can get them for as little as £150. The head will cost about the same but is way more convenient and works perhaps even better with newer cabs.
  14. Sparky Mark
    I really like Marbass heads (which is why I own too many of them!) because they are pretty neutral and really let your playing technique and bass come through (not always good). I notice your EQ settings are pretty much flat and filters off, which is where I end up on 99% of my gigs. I'm sure from everything I read that Schroeders are brilliant cabs but I also know that at stage volumes (where it counts most for me) those larger format Markbass heads really come alive.
  15. Sparky Mark
    Almost 30 years after selling my Trace Elliot head, cabs and combos I have come full circle and found a perfectly preserved AH200. It's hard to believe it's only 200 watts; it punches like 400!
  16. Sparky Mark
    Now gone. Surplus to requirements so now FREE collected from Hertford. I've had enough of this sitting around so it'll be off to the dump if nobody wants to take it away in the next week or so. Mains power distribution block fitted (easily removed) at rear. Also comes with four mounting screws and black cup washers (not shown in photos). Thanks for looking.
  17. Sparky Mark
    Still available?
  18. Sparky Mark
    You also forgot to tell us where it can be picked up from?
  19. Sparky Mark
    I experienced this exactly. One of the most capable and popular combos is the Markbass CMD121P which is a NY121P cab with a Little Mark III head squeezed in at the back facing upwards. This reduces the internal volume of the combo by that of the amp and surrounding timber. When I directly compared my CMD121P to my seperate LM3 and NY121P the combo didn't sound as full convincing me the extra carry was worth it. I now have two NY121P as my lightweight medium duty rig.
  20. Sparky Mark
    A STD102HF would be the ideal extension cab for your combo. With the combo head able to deliver its full 500 watt output you will have enough power for any reasonable gig either inside or out. Festival stages should provide PA support and your rig will be plenty for stage volumes.
  21. Sparky Mark
    Sold
  22. Sparky Mark
    The 'A' denotes 'active' and the number is for how many pickups. This is a passive 2 pup.
  23. Sparky Mark
    Thanks. What's wrong with one of the big blue capacitors? The bulging cover makes it look like it's heat damaged or even blown.
  24. Sparky Mark
    Location?
  25. Sparky Mark
    Photos?
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