VoodooChilli Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Hi guys I'm new Been playing a couple of years. Got a cheap Cort Curbow which I do like, but I'd like something with a bit more punch (and something that doesn't eat 9V batteries), and a nearly completely dead 100W Carlsbro Viper (got it second hand for 50 quid a year back, but I think it's about to pack in alltogether) I also muck about with an ME-50B multi effects board I got fairly cheap which is still in good nick, can't discredit it's reliablity given some of the beatings and beer spills it's taken. I'm looking to get some new gear in and really start taking my playing seriously. Any advice with instrument and amps (and effects pedals maybe)? I've been saving for a while for nothing inparticular (but I've come to love my bass playing and want to put the cash towards that), and have a budget of £1000. In terms of sound, I'm hoping to develop my own style but my influences include (but aren't limited to) Claypool, Bootsy and Louis Johnson. Curious about good practice routines and such to. I do practice daily, but tend just to pick my bass up and play for an hour or so, with no real structure. Thanks in advance folks, and apologise for the brackets (I like brackets) Peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 (edited) You can get some very nice gear for £1000. You need to try out lots of different bass and amp combinations until you find something you like, then follow the For Sale forums on here. You can get some real bargains, and most BassChatters are a pleasure to deal with. Edit: Spelling. Edited October 2, 2011 by discreet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VoodooChilli Posted October 2, 2011 Author Share Posted October 2, 2011 I suppose in terms of that it's just a case of trying out instruments and amp combo's in stores? And mates gear etc if they have it. Cheers for the advice though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Yes, make a nuisance of yourself in gear shops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Stu Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 [quote name='VoodooChilli' timestamp='1317575144' post='1391929'] (I like brackets)[/quote] http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WALL-MOUNT-GUITAR-BRACKET-HOME-WORK-STUDIO-BAND-GROUP-/260847766412?pt=UK_Guitar_Accessories&hash=item3cbbbd0b8c There you go then ,but you just said yourself you're looking for a bass to put on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 If your digging Louis Johnson then its got to be a second hand proper USA Stingray £750 and £250 for a good old combo as big as your back can manage, Job done as they say Im biased but Im right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VoodooChilli Posted October 2, 2011 Author Share Posted October 2, 2011 I was thinking about a Stingray and if I had the money I'd love a Bongo 6. I'm totally clueless ampwise though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 (edited) I would try and get a decent secondhand head maybe a Mark Bass or similar and a cheapish cab which you can upgrade later to give various combinations for various venues etc. If you like Rays get one and see what you have left and go from there Id say. Edited October 2, 2011 by stingrayPete1977 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VoodooChilli Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Fair enough. Cheers for the pointers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillbilly deluxe Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Amp wise there is a Carlsboro delta 300w combo in the amps for sale section at £200.I've had my Delta for ten plus years and love it.I personaly would upgrade the amp first as you already have a decent enough bass.No point in upgrading the bass if you have a potentially unreliable amp IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Question Time What basses/amps have you tried and liked? In an amp what is most important: Lightweight (e.g. you live up 4 flights of stairs like me) Space saving (e.g. you have a small car) Would you prefer head and cab separate or together in a combo. Separates can be much easier to upgrade but will usually cost you more in the short term. How loud does it need to be? At the moment it sounds like your amp is the weakest link so I would concentrate on upgrading that first IIRC there was a line6 300pro on here, they're fantastic amps (hugely underrated) but not light at around 90lbs Good luck in your search and welcome to BC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 It seems you need to upgarde everything...?? So, split £1000 like this. Spend £400 on here and get the best bass you can for that money. The rest put towards a decent combo. Or spend more on the bass and get a TE combo off e-bay. TE might be road worn and have done some miles but bang for buck...as good as it gets ..if half decent, IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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