stevie

This was another great Bass Bash. So, thanks to the organisers for their hard work and efforts. The venue was much better than I was expecting. With two decent-sized rooms and a stage, it was possible to make some noise without annoying everyone too much. There were plenty of familiar faces - some of whom also attended the SW Bash - together with some new ones and some members I have talked to over the years but previously never met. Put my name down for next year.

I couldn't not include a photo of some LFSys cabs, could I? Pleasingly, there were quite a few present. My thanks to the owners for bringing them along. I managed to try a few different amps through the cabs. Sean's Gallien-Krueger sounded nice, lean and punchy. I was also very impressed with the Handbox head that @wateroftyne has been praising all these years. Never heard one before, but is sounded really sweet.

This should be a caption competition photo. Gary @cetera saying something to Chris Childs (or vice versa).

Matt @neepheid demoing one of the many fine basses he brought with him. Not quite sure what this one is, but I'm sure somebody knows.

The Pedals 'R Us corner.

During a break in the proceedings, Andy @Wolverinebass tucks into some chocolate cake while @Sean enjoys a coffee.

@Chimike testing his Ampeg 12-watter through an LFSys Goodwood. "Not loud enough" was the verdict.

Chris Childs trying out @rwillett's printed headless bass through a Monaco stack - watched closely by Mike Brooks. Look out for a video review of the LFSys Monaco and Goodwood on Mike's excellent YouTube channel Brooksy's Bass Corner. It should be out any time now (he doesn't hang about).

A couple of bass players chewing the cud.

Nick trying out a relic'd G&L, which attracted some interest.

Later in the day, we heard from Chris Childs - once again ably interviewed by Brooksy. This was a fascinating insight into the world of the professional bass player.

And Brooksy demonstrating the same. Matt brought a selection of basses (here in the background) and discussed the qualities of the different types. Interesting stuff.

Here's Mike Brooks interviewing Matt Gleeson about his pickups.

I'll be posting some photos tomorrow.

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