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[quote name='Musicman20' post='828057' date='May 4 2010, 10:54 PM']Oh don't sell the 62! Too nice I've been playing my Fenders at home recently and decided these are definitely spot on, to the point where I don't need any more. I'm not even thinking vintage Fenders...happy with what I've got. Tis a great feeling. I've strayed back into EB, and the Big Al 5 is exactly the kind if bass I want next...eg unique, awesome tone, and EB quality.[/quote] Anyone tell me how these compare to a MM SR4 HH? I bought the latter in Dec09 a month after buying an Amer Std Jazz but I just haven't gelled with the SR at all. I just can't get a sound for live perf. that I'm happy with. I recently bought the Tech 21 VT Bass pedal and it makes the Jazz sound massive. Seriously thinking of selling the MM which I rarely play and getting one of these Deluxes. Any advice or opinions from those who have played both?

[quote name='dannybuoy' post='766700' date='Mar 7 2010, 09:41 AM']I don't consider a solid state Ampeg 'the real thing'. The VT Bass can help you get some of the tube sounds of the B15 and SVT valve amps - I say go for it![/quote] I agree. My bro has an SVT classic and it sounds completely different. Managed to pick up the pedal yesterday on the bay for £75. Its used but mint. Will report back when I try it out next week.

[quote name='dudewheresmybass' post='765968' date='Mar 6 2010, 12:27 PM']perhaps an eq might be worth a try. the boss eq is quite easily found on the dreaded bay quite reasonably priced, if it doesn't do what you're after you should be able to recover your outlay. i hear the barber linden eq is great. perhaps someone with more experience of one might be able to help out here![/quote] Thanks dude' (sorry ). The hunt for the elusive tone goes on. Might try both and see what's best.

[quote name='dudewheresmybass' post='765750' date='Mar 6 2010, 12:22 AM']it could be a good move. you really must try before you buy though. I really love my big rig (Marshall DBS with MB / Jubilee cabs), but it's a really useful standby for a recording or hired rig situation, it can really add something cool to your sound 'pallette'. Where are you based?[/quote] I'm based in N. Ireland. I have a good set up. Had the SVT since I bought it new back in 94-95 & it sounds great as a solid state amp. As a group we have our own PA (KV2 Audio), lighting rig etc etc. We only play one venue where we use the in-house PA so virtually every night, its like the circus coming to town! While I have a decent on stage sound, when using the Jazz, it just lacks a bit of depth. I have tried out an SVT classic which def has a different & more desirable sound & that's the reason for considering the VT pedal. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to identify a stockist locally to try it out.

I know there is almost universal praise for this pedal but just before I take the plunge and order one, I wanted to get some feedback from those of you who have one. I play in a covers band and we literally cover the A to Z of contemporary music, from Abba to ZZ Top. In essence we are most at home playing rock and play lots of stuff like AC/DC, Journey, Bon Jovi etc as well as more modern stuff like KOL, Killers etc. My set up currently is an American Std Jazz, MusicMan Stingray 4 HH, Ampeg SVT200T SS 350W head and Ampeg 410 HLF. I occasionally use a Boss CEB 3 Chorus and a Nathan East parametric EQ. I have a powerful sound from the 'Ray and a very good clean & compressed sound with the Jazz but find that I need a bit more oomph from it and a bit more power/grit/dig/drive call it what you will. Forgive my limited descriptive skills when it comes to tones etc but do you reckon the VT is the best purchase for me? Many thanks fellow bassmen

[quote name='Hamster' post='759043' date='Feb 27 2010, 12:59 PM']No - you is bonkers! Don't do it!! Put your location in your profile and a local basschatter might meet you for a set-up in exchange for a pint! - especially if you live near me [/quote] Cheers guys. Have decided to leave it into a guitar tech to set up properly for me & hopefully I will feel the love thereafter!

I bought an American Std Jazz in November and was delighted with it - sounds great, looks great and plays great. Within a month though I had sold my other bass, a SR4 single pickup, having come across a brand new SR4 HH in a local music shop at a very reasonable price. So two excellent basses within a month of each other. Thought I was in bass heaven. However, ever since then I just can't get into playing the 'Ray. I just can't seem to get the sound I like out of it when I am out gigging (using an Ampeg SVT 200T SS amp and 410HLF) plus it just doesn't feel right like the Jazz does (some fret buzz, string tree is noisy, oiled neck isn't as enjoyable to play etc). I like the tonal range an active bass provides and therefore was thinking of selling it and buying an American J or P. What do you guys think? Am I crazy for looking to getting rid of it?