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The Ashdown ABM600 onboard compressor isn’t great but it shows that a compressor with fast attack may work So which one to buy as a pedal ??? I did try the Ampeg Opto but they don’t have fast attack times so didn’t see the improved tone

I have some of those 2mm picks too 👍

Ok with the following EQ adjustments I’m getting close ( I think ) Using my ABM600 head Pull down 340hz completely to fatten sound. Back off main mids slightly ( adjust to be heard in band context ) Engage Dynamic Compressor and set at 3 o clock ( lots of compression) Pbass tone backed off slightly and use a JD Nylon 1.5mm pick That is starting to sound nearer to want I’m chasing and the Compressor seems to be playing a valuable part to removing the pick attack

Then I discover this … grrrr

Perhaps using a ton of compression would help ? There must be a reason that fingers bring out more of the fundamental for longer ( slow attack ) and hence we hear this full bass tone I can achieve the same bass EQ with a pick but it’s not as complete a sound if that makes sense, down to fast pick attack on the string I guess In drumming comparisons it’s like the felt pad on a bass drum pedal ( finger ) compared to the plastic ? bass pedal pad .. ( pick ) fast and bright bass tone Not trying to re- invent anything but curious to why so many pick players don’t miss that fullness of the tone yet can still be punchy and bright

How does Nate in Foo Fighters get a full tone ( Ashdown user ) and pick player ? Mine is definitely not full, I can make it bassy but that’s different to full

Smooth and deep full tone, yep that’s my finger tone. Impossible to get close using a pick as I’ve tried.

I’ve tried many times to play bass using a pick for a preferred method on some rock songs but I think I’ve discovered a problem … My finger tone is so huge deep and full ( yet clear ) I don’t think I will ever be happy pick playing purely on the less full sound. Has anyone else discovered they have an unusually full deep finger tone sound ( maybe it’s playing a soft touch for speed, or my big old digits ) Baffled to why so many great bass players in rock use a pick and are happy with the less than full tone or do I have a unique tone perhaps ? Im happy to not pick but not being able to even get close to a full deep tone I think it’s fingers only for me Maybe up my speed technique too so the pick need is gone ?

And don’t forget you get virtually a lifetime warranty with Ashdown U.K.

Order one and play it for a week and return it if not better than EBS Find a store and ask for best price as they often discount PMT gave me a good price on my ABM210H cab just for asking I also asked for a new sealed in box model ie not a shop floor model

I’ve been through some good and not so good amps and I must say the ABM600 is proving to be the very best. At first it takes time learning about the EQ and when to use or not use that famous Shape Button and you soon learn that this amp is a true gigging star. I think I would be hard pressed to improve on it. Im even liking the ABM cabs too

Anyone using the tweed covered deluxe series guitar leads by Fender ? Ive ordered a couple as I hope they don’t twist and tangle as much on stage compared to Klotz Guitar cable leads Ive ordered a 4.5 and 5.5m long lead

I had one of those in standard scale for the money they are nice basses I let mine go in favour of preferring a PBass kind of neck and passive too

That’s interesting! Can I ask why ? I do love my ABM and it excels when used live so probably hard to beat

I was tempted but decided it didn’t give me anything above my ABM600 My gas is with the CTM100 at present !!

With a shortage of semiconductors in the world at present are we seeing Amps getting harder to come by ? Cars, TV’s, phones etc etc are all starting to be on a very long delivery times so I guess Amps and other musical devices ( FX ) will be hard to get this year

Check out the Fender Flats as well for a decent set. I tried Labella and Fender on both my PBass and the Fenders were pretty nice I only stopped using them as I missed the rougher string / finger contact from a plucking point of view

Our singer uses a wireless IEM system Do you think it would interfere at all ? I’ve tried wireless before Line 6 G30 but sold it on as didn’t like the strap pouch transmitter idea I’ve got a budget one Legato as well so I’m aware of the way they work etc I do seem to be standing on my lead more and more and tripping myself up ( that’s never good lol )

Looking at this wireless system for my PBass Anyone using it and any problems ? im aware of the battery life issue but I’m ok with that

Definitely go for the Peavey if working fine Heavy but great amps in their day You might be able to add a second speaker cab as you may need that for some venues If so add a second 15” cab

I’ve come to the conclusion finger style tone is very hard to beat even for rock Until they create a pick that can reproduce that fullness of note I’m sticking to my digits for now !

That’s a nice job well done

I love gigging too, especially if you are in a band with great buddies and you enjoy it. Ive also found you learn a lot about your gear and tone gigging more so than at home or rehearsals! ! With over 35yrs experience in live music and bands I did think I would of packed it all in by now !

Which model amp was this ? ABM heads don’t rattle generally