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When would you need a guitarist??

Also suggests that Unis aren't very keen, either. 'Uni'. Why do I hate that word so much?

I can't tell you, sorry. I use it as an always-on preamp. I'm not much of a one for effects, generally.

No idea, but it's the main reason I didnt buy one. OCD...

It's because it has heavy side handles! Apparently the 15" cab goes very well with the 2x10 combo. Not tried it myself though. Another combo would make for a killer rig. You could have two levels of EQ, have effects on one combo, etc...

I know you said you weren't looking at pedals, but if you want an easy SVT sound the Tech 21 VT Bass is about the best you can get. Apart from an actual SVT, of course. The VT Bass does other things, too... Edit: A sealed cab definitely helps, either way.

Good drummers are scarce everywhere. The problem is that most non-pro drummers aren't actually drummers, they're people who failed at all other instruments and have decided to 'give drums a go - it's basically just hitting stuff, isn't it?' I've played in bands with precisely two pro-standard drummers - one is in my current band (thank God) and the other was in a band I played in 40 years ago. I thought all drummers would be that good. How wrong I was!

Joyo/Harley Benton American Sound - for Bass? https://www.thomann.de/gb/harley_benton_american_truetone.htm Just bought one of these little buggers for £27-ish (plus £7 postage) from Thomann... it's basically a clone of Tech 21's Blonde, one of the Character Pedal Series. Joyo make it and Harley Benton brand it for sale at Thomann. It's a Fender valve-amp simulator, specifically the Tweed type. There are a few threads and reviews here, on TB and elsewhere about using it for bass, the general consensus being that it loses too much bottom end and is not as good as a Tech 21 VT Bass. Never being one to take any notice of what anyone says on the internet (and you shouldn't either), I bought one anyway and I'm glad I did. Yes, you do lose a little low end, but it"s nothing that can't be easily replaced by using your amp EQ (or pedal EQ). In fact the EQ on this pedal is very powerful. I get my fave sound with the 'Voice' control fully left (off) and the 'Drive' control between 9 and 12 o'clock, which warms things up very nicely. Any further and you are you're into Distortion Territory. Tried it through my Rumble V3 500 Combo and as that amp is biased towards a warm, organic tone anyway, the American Sound adds some very pleasing valve-y break-up. A Fender amp simulator through a Fender amp? It works really well. A/B-ing it with my Behringer BDI-21 it definitely comes out on top soundwise as it just has more of everything (and a mid control). But it doesnt have a DI-out socket. So I'm still going to carry my BDI-21 in my gig bag as a last-resort emergency box. It sounds absolutely incredible with my HB Strat, too. Which one would expect as it's ostensibly a guitar pedal and does everything the Tech 21 Blonde can do (it says here). I wouldn't know as I've not owned a Blonde (fnarr) but it certainly is a top-quality circuit - and at this price it would be rude not to buy one. Especially if you're a bass player who also (whisper it) plays g**t*r. I have owned (and regret selling - twice) a Tech 21 VT Bass, and the American Sound is not quite up to that level - after all, the VT Bass is a very good SVT simulator and the Sound is not, being much more Fendery - but if you like the sound of a Fender Bassman then you're going to find something you like in the American Sound. It seems to be particularly effective with my Jazz (strung with rounds), giving it a very solid authority - which I like a lot.

You could say that about any bass - or any live instrument, in fact - apart from the tambourine, which gets louder depending on how badly it's played - even when its not amplified... I've given bass guitar magazines the benefit of the doubt for years and they are not for me. I don't want broad taste, I want individual focus. As far as bass is concerned I can be very focussed. Which is why I prefer BC and TB. I'm not subscribing to a magazine for one or two great moments. I need more great moments than that for my money.

Not joining a country or folk band anytime soon then, Lozz..?

Absolutely agree with this. A mid-forward sound can be horrible solo, but sounds lush mixed in with a band. Can't agree with this, however. The P Bass is not by definition 'muddy'. It is well-known for its natural low-mid push and high-mid snap, which is why it has been the tool of choice in just about every genre for the last 67 years (and still is). It sits in a mix perfectly.... ...in my opinion.

Frankly there's so much good info online, I don't much bother with print any more. Though I will read Viz when having a dump.

When is a Music Man not a Music Man? When he's Ed Sheeran? ...I'll get me coat.

Sounds incredible I know, but you could always NOT connect the music computer to the internet...

You're fired!

Strengths: Will give 100% commitment to a band and expect all other band members to do the same. Scrupulously punctual. Will quickly learn material until I can play it backwards, upside down and under water. Absolutely WILL NOT suffer fools, flakes, delusions, laziness, slacking or ANY excuses. Weaknesses: See above.

Good advice then, and good advice now! 😎

It's a lie, of course. I have GAS for an Ampeg PF-50T.

Nothing wrong with that. I much prefer a large all-valve rig, but the bottom line is I can't afford to have one hanging around if it's not being used. In fact I can't afford to have one, period. Most gigs I do these days are on tight stages and my current band plays quietly. I'm happy enough with my Rumble V3 500 combo, which sounds pretty organic for a Class D amp. It's all I need.

Best band name of the day. So far.

Multiple basses are fine, but keeping a large and expensive Ampeg fridge just for home use is not!