stevie

I had this with my thumb about five years ago. It was painful but not in an advanced stage. My GP gave me a cortisone injection and it cleared up after a few weeks and has stayed away. I'm sure that surgery is often the answer, but (with the usual provisos), if your GP suggests trying an injection, I would take it.

[quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1461701137' post='3036969'] Define 'BF hater'! [/quote] It's interesting how this term gets used in a passive/aggressive way on every BF thread. It doesn't get used anywhere else on Basschat as far as I can tell. So you can draw your own conclusions on that. You'll find it on page one of this thread, in post 13. It seems to be a way of stopping any balanced discussion before it can even start. The following answers warwickhunt's question quite nicely (http://www.theporchvaldosta.com/blog/5-reasons-that-people-who-call-others-haters-are-the-real-haters-and-why-social-media-shaming-is-of-the-devil). [b]So here are 5 Reasons that people who call others ‘haters’ are also doing the hating.[/b][list] [*]When a Passive-Aggressive Hater calls another a ‘hater’ they are implying that the ‘hater’ is narrow-minded, inflexible, ignorant, uninformed, and well, a ‘hater’! This is nothing short of immature name-calling. What is the hoped for outcome in making such declarations? Most likely to discredit or shame the other person so that the PAH will feel as if they have ‘won’ an argument that the other person wasn’t even aware was taking place. [*]When a Passive-Aggressive Hater calls another a ‘hater’ they are saying that the ‘hater’ is unable to have an opinion that varies from their (perceived) more superior opinion. This is the epitome of self-righteousness. [i]How dare someone else think differently than me? I'm practically an expert on this topic. Don’t they know how many blogs and articles I have 'liked' and shared?[/i] [*]When a PAH calls another a ‘hater’ they are unapologetically declaring that the ‘hater’ would change their tune if they were only as enlightened as the PAH, or as privileged, or as experienced, or as motivated, or if they possessed the God-like qualities that the PAH does. This goes hand-in-hand with self-righteousness. But there is more to this… (Read with the best hoity-toity voice you can muster) [i]Oh, if only those ‘haters’ would have read the book I have read, or the online posts…tsk…tsk…they would understand. Poor creatures. I will help by posting pictures and passive-aggressive hashtags. Then they will all see the error of their way, declare my opinion to be superior, and join me on my quest for perfection.[/i] [*]PAH’s that call others ‘haters’ are revealing a huge insecurity in their life and in the decisions that they make. This is little more than projecting a self-hate. Why else would someone want to publicly declare someone a ‘hater’ just because they don’t agree with, support, or ride the same band-wagon that the PAH does? This public shaming that the PAH is trying to accomplish is only shining a big ugly spotlight on their deep-seated insecurities and buried-deep-down questioning of their latest decision (fad or otherwise). [*]PAH’s use social media to say like a kid on the playground with a giant ice cream cone, “nanny-nanny-boo-boo” to anyone they have declared to be a ‘hater’ by posting [i]unsolicited[/i] [i]progress[/i] reports of how [i]awesome and popular[/i] their life/opinion is. [i]I’ll show them! Those ‘haters’ will regret ever questioning my choices, motives, and decisions. I will post every aspect of my mundane life and others will be so jealous![/i] [/list]

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[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1461669379' post='3036551'] Yes, but they are all large retailers with huge stocks of products from many manufacturers. It's not quite the same as a [b][i]manufacturer[/i][/b] offering a trial period. Not something I can see Aguilar, GK, Fender, Marshall [i]et al[/i] providing, [/quote] Why should Aguilar, GK, Fender and Marshall offer a trial period? They are not in the mail order business. They sell via a network of retail outlets who provide the services of a specialist retailer, including online mail order. So if you want to try any of those brands you either visit the dealer or order online. What isn't quite the same is that nobody charges £30 or £40 for return delivery.

[quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1461519826' post='3035350'] That's a definite plus point. Just for clarity though it does require you to pay up front and wait for build/delivery and if you don't like it you do need to pay £30-£40 to send it back. To some a small price to pay and to be fair it could get costly if Alex had to take it on the chin for the cost of every return but it isn't a trial without any cost. A small point is that you do need to actually speak to Alex about your needs otherwise the 30 day trial is negated. [/quote] Mail order customers have 14 days (according to the EU Distance Selling Regulations) in which to cancel an order without having to state a reason. I think they have another 14 days to return the goods (but don't quote me). The customer has to pay the cost of return carriage if it's in the seller's terms and conditions, but the seller *cannot charge a restocking fee or administration charge*. While all mail order companies are legally bound to offer 14-day returns, 30-day returns policies are not exactly uncommon. Gear for Music (who will even cover the cost of return carriage if you notify them within 7 days), Thomann, Maplin, Argos, etc. Bax even have a 60-day trial period.

http://www.ssguitar.com/index.php?topic=469.0

Learn the ones you like. Otherwise it's a boring academic exercise. Ralph's site has just encouraged me to have a bash at jazz ( ). I'm starting with Georgia on My Mind followed by If I Could Write a Book. Once I get really good, I'll try my hand at Lady is a Tramp.

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1461058753' post='3030965'] I've posted this before, but it's still relevant; here's a link to Ralph Patt's Jazz Web Page, when one can find the 'vanilla' chords and structure to most jazz standards... [url="http://www.ralphpatt.com/Song.html"]Ralph Patt's Jazz Web Page ...[/url] [/quote] Wow - that's a fantastic resource! There's a page with lots of audios too - you can turn off the bass channel and play along with the piano. There are also lots of great midi files on the web, which give you a full arrangement that you can read if you have a proper midi player.

Please do. Alex was right in his first post. If the sound changes from in front of to 10 feet in front of the cab, it's nothing to do with the amp: it's a dispersion problem.

I would agree with your two advisors that a cab with a midrange driver could solve your problem. Personally, I'd never consider a cab without one. I've no experience of the Vanderkley, but I would certainly give it a try. I thought Barefaced made one, but I've just checked and it must be discontinued.

Yes, once it gets into five sharps or flats, I tend to lose interest.

We visited some friends in Paris a few years ago and their daughter was learning the cello. We were aware that she played to a fairly high standard because she had just come back from attending a masterclasses in New York. Anyway, she played us a few tunes and I mentioned that I liked the Bach cello suites. Had she learned any, I said? Not really, she replied, but I have the music and I've played them before. She then proceeded to sight read an entire cello suite from start to finish, and it was impeccable (fingers all over the place). She was 13 at the time. I enjoy playing the bass but I'm under no illusions about my capabilities. And yes, I can read, but I'd never be able to do that in a million years.

I think we could probably speed the design of this box up if I had a Beyma driver. Phil and I had plans for a 12" + tweeter and a 12" + 6" midrange, which we should be able to do fairly quickly now that the weather is improving and I'm finalising my other projects. The fact that the only drivers available to us have been the ones out of Phil's PA cabs has slowed this project down tremendously. So, although I have too many drivers as it is, I'll have one if there is a group buy. I must say, the take-up so far is a bit disappointing. [Edit for missing apostrophe ]

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1459966187' post='3021385'] Sorry, I've decided to delete this post (I know it's been seen already though). I thought about it and don't think it added anything to the original topic. Let's just say I don't think BF is for me after all, and living proof that not everyone who buys one keeps it. [/quote] I read your post before you changed it and thought it was well balanced and informative. There was nothing in there you needed to retract. Of course, it's entirely up to you.

Ringo Starr miles ahead of Steve Gadd? Can't be right!

The two of us taking part in the build diary thread (there were three, but we lost one) have been struggling for time to devote to it. Yes, I've tried some other speakers in the cab, including the Eminence 12LF, but the Beyma is the best compromise so far. The Eminence really needs a midrange driver, a la Fearful, as JT pointed out. I haven't visited the thread for a bit, but I think that if enough Basschatters are prepared to buy the Beyma 12s, we'll approach the distributor to get a special price. Last time I looked, the quantities weren't sufficient.

[quote name='Passinwind' timestamp='1459792495' post='3019701'] There's so much frustration among manufacturers due to the Commercial User policy over there. Even guys like Duke, who is one of the nicest people I have ever sat down to dinner with, ends up projecting that frustration eventually. I think Alex has been quite well measured in his responses, but nobody really wins in those situations. [/quote] The Commercial User policy looks eminently sensible to me, as it's designed to prevent commercial users spamming the forum. What seems to have happened is that it's not being applied fairly. Pity, and some of the good guys seem to be suffering.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1459796421' post='3019787'] That's funny, I must be among the least aggressive posters on this forum. But if someone tries a BF cab and for whatever reason doesn't like it that's fair enough of course - what annoys me is when they are arbitrarily slighted for no good reason by people who I strongly suspect have never actually used a BF cab in anger. I'm not keen on that - I don't think it's in the spirit of BassChat. But when I ask the direct question, 'Have you ever actually used a Barefaced cab?' it all goes quiet. I really think one needs to have played through a BF cab at least once in a real-world situation before criticising them. [/quote] Actually, Mr Discreet (sorry to be so formal), you come across as a really nice bloke (usually) but you're making a lot of assumptions. I comment on the content of a link that a fellow Basschatter posted and I get: "Have you ever tried a Barefaced cab? Have you done a gig with one? Are YOU a qualified 'speaker guy'?" What's that all about? Not to mention the classic "when did you stop beating your wife" question: "Why do you single out this company for criticism over any other cab manufacturer?" What?

[quote name='Fonkbass' timestamp='1459793781' post='3019729'] Stevie, would you consider the Beyma's a cheap Driver? or good quality at a low price? [/quote] It's a high quality driver - not cheap and cheerful.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1459782781' post='3019564'] I don't need the link, thanks very much. How is asking you if you're a qualified speaker guy a personal attack? [/quote] There was nothing in my post to justify a discussion of my qualifications or lack of them. It was a classic ad hominem manoeuvre.

You may not be looking for an argument, ern500, but there are plenty of others ready to pounce on anyone who says they are not keen. As we have already seen on this thread. There are plenty of things I like about Barefaced, and Alex comes across as a really nice and very capable guy. What I'm not so keen on, however, is the hype. There is also a small but very vocal faction on this forum who like to heap unquestioning praise on the Barefaced product (very often quoting from the web site) yet are unable to accept the slightest criticism without becoming extremely aggressive. Look at Discreet's aggressive post further up the page, or on page 2, where Paul S. accuses JT of undertaking a *jihad* on Barefaced. I'm not keen on that either, as I don't think it's in the spirit of Basschat.

I have a lot of sympathy for Marty's view, but as Fonkbass is building a 2 x 12, I doubt that Dave Green would object - especially as he allows for the option of a cheaper midrange driver. There will be some shortfall in performance, but the savings are huge. It would be a closer call with a 1 x 12". If the OP decides not to go down the Fearful route, (i.e. not fit a midrange driver), the Beyma would actually be the better choice, as the Kappalite 12LF is not really a bass/midrange driver.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1459779255' post='3019507'] The only US 'speaker guy' I have any time for is Bill Fitzmaurice, who tells it like it is. And I don't believe Alex makes [i]any [/i]exaggerated claims about his products. Have you ever tried a Barefaced cab? Have you done a gig with one? Are YOU a qualified 'speaker guy'? [/quote] Are you familiar with the expression "ad hominem", Mr Discreet? Here is a link for you: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ad_hominem

It starts here, but the meaty stuff is in the middle. https://www.talkbass.com/threads/smallest-2x12-cabinet.1183150/.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1459775479' post='3019444'] Good Lord, you certainly don't want to believe anything you read over there! [/quote] Interesting thread though, don't you think, where a few qualified speaker guys take Alex to task for making exaggerated claims about his products? Claims which, interestingly, you consistently repeat, Mr Discreet, at the drop of a hat.