Bobthedog Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 12 minutes ago, dmccombe7 said: I'm no expert but does the C not stand for Compact ? Duracell version is DR2032 CR is also a valid code for the same battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 Is this with or without the Scottish police approved apocalypse grab bag essentials? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteb Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 DI box Couple of spare tee shirts (nothing worse than driving home in a sweaty shirt you've just gigged in) Can of deodorant (see above) A couple of yogurt bars or similar (for gigs where you have a long drive at the end of the night and you might not be able to get anything to eat) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 2 hours ago, Bobthedog said: CR is also a valid code for the same battery. Yep but still not 100% sure what the C means on the CR2032 On the DR2032 the D is for Duracell as far as i know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 16, 2019 Share Posted September 16, 2019 2 hours ago, T-Bay said: Is this with or without the Scottish police approved apocalypse grab bag essentials? This is the start of my apocalypse bag. My essentials you might say. After the essentials i'll throw in a torch and a tinfoil hat. I'm a Scot and that was embarrassing to say the least. You'd think we could spend our own budget on something worthwhile. Maybe they know Boris might nuke us if we get independance and its just preperation. Dave 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itu Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 C is not for compact, but lithium. Codes come from IEC. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Button_cell See: Electrochemical system 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave moffat Posted September 17, 2019 Author Share Posted September 17, 2019 aah!! duh!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 17, 2019 Share Posted September 17, 2019 2 hours ago, itu said: C is not for compact, but lithium. Codes come from IEC. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Button_cell See: Electrochemical system That explains it. I couldn't find anything when i googled it. Cheers Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stylon Pilson Posted September 18, 2019 Share Posted September 18, 2019 I know that this thread has mostly run its course, but something occurred to me that is utterly key to this whole debate: Test your spares periodically. Every now and then, use your backup bass/lead/amp/etc at a rehearsal just to make sure that they're all working. Spares that don't work are just useless extra weight you're carrying. S.P. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casapete Posted September 18, 2019 Share Posted September 18, 2019 2 minutes ago, Stylon Pilson said: I know that this thread has mostly run its course, but something occurred to me that is utterly key to this whole debate: Test your spares periodically. Every now and then, use your backup bass/lead/amp/etc at a rehearsal just to make sure that they're all working. Spares that don't work are just useless extra weight you're carrying. S.P. Good call. I get my spare bass out every now and then and give it a blast at soundcheck just to make sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 18, 2019 Share Posted September 18, 2019 I usually check my basses on the day of a gig to be on safe side but its a good point to check other items like leads etc. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom1946 Posted September 18, 2019 Share Posted September 18, 2019 Small pair of eagle beaks for mike stands that won't tighten easily. Just learned that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave moffat Posted September 18, 2019 Author Share Posted September 18, 2019 Thanks everyone, had quite a lot of it covered but there's a few items/ideas I'd never thought of. Think I'll keep an eye open for a multi-pocketed wheelie bag/trolley thing. The requirements for spare bass's of is course a real hardship 😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidder652003 Posted September 18, 2019 Share Posted September 18, 2019 spare set of strings, thats it, never broke one in 25 years of gigging. I have a DI preamp pedal that I use through the PA alongside my amp, its got me out of trouble a couple of times my amps gone south, never taken a spare bass or amp, maybe one day it'll bite me but not yet, plenty of leads, power cables etc go in the PA box of leads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushbo Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 On 16/09/2019 at 19:38, dmccombe7 said: Just bought an almost new Gruv Gear Stadium bag to carry all my spares. £60 including postage. Kitchen sink attachment is extra Thanks. Now I have gigbag envy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 7 minutes ago, rushbo said: Thanks. Now I have gigbag envy. If there is enough space i might just move in myself and save on house bills. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushbo Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 When I played with a Pub/Club band, I lugged around a bag full of spares for everything practically - mics, XLR leads, speaker leads etc. Nearly all of it got used at one time or another. Now I'm playing in slightly larger venues which provide the PA equipment, my load is considerably lighter. I have a medium sized sports holdall which carries: 2 x Hercules folding stands Mains extension lead Mains 4 way power strip Spare leads 4 x IEC leads - two long and two short Spare strings (bass and guitar) Notepad and marker pen (for the numpties who forget their set lists...) Power breaker plug (used if the electrics of the place look suspect!) Basic tool bag - actually a small wash bag, with screwdrivers, pliers, electrical tape etc A small pencil case with odds and ends in - paracetamol, band aids, disposable ear plugs, drum key, batteries, a patch lead etc Small clip on light (useful if you're using cheat sheets) Speakon lead Spare 9V PSU Clip on tuner The inevitable roll of gaffa tape If something hasn't been used in last few months, it gets moved out. It may be one extra thing to carry, but it's been a lifesaver on loads of occasions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 28 minutes ago, rushbo said: When I played with a Pub/Club band, I lugged around a bag full of spares for everything practically - mics, XLR leads, speaker leads etc. Nearly all of it got used at one time or another. Now I'm playing in slightly larger venues which provide the PA equipment, my load is considerably lighter. I have a medium sized sports holdall which carries: 2 x Hercules folding stands Mains extension lead Mains 4 way power strip Spare leads 4 x IEC leads - two long and two short Spare strings (bass and guitar) Notepad and marker pen (for the numpties who forget their set lists...) Power breaker plug (used if the electrics of the place look suspect!) Basic tool bag - actually a small wash bag, with screwdrivers, pliers, electrical tape etc A small pencil case with odds and ends in - paracetamol, band aids, disposable ear plugs, drum key, batteries, a patch lead etc Small clip on light (useful if you're using cheat sheets) Speakon lead Spare 9V PSU Clip on tuner The inevitable roll of gaffa tape If something hasn't been used in last few months, it gets moved out. It may be one extra thing to carry, but it's been a lifesaver on loads of occasions. Now that's a well thought out list. Taking notes from this. Cheers Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjones Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 I've never taken a replacement bass to a gig but nowdays I do take a spare head, just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stylon Pilson Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 Picking up on @rushbo's post about his sports holdall, I just want to share a little tip - it's good to keep your spares separate from the stuff you always use. I also have a sports holdall, and I subdivide the main space using "really useful boxes". The bottom layer contain my spares, and generally don't need to get touched. The top layer contains the things I do use, and get emptied out at every gig. S.P. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigman Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 I only ever take:- 9V battery (if I remember to pack one) for the Sterling Spare 12AX7valve for my DHA pedal (lives in my pedal bag permanently - not needed one yet) A screwdriver - to open the pedal if necessary to get the duff valve out (if I remember to pack it) A spare lead. A hand towel A pair of underpants - an accidental pre-show self soiling incident could ruin a show 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 5 minutes ago, Twigman said: A hand towel A pair of underpants - an accidental pre-show self soiling incident could ruin a show The first item above resolves the 2nd issue (nappy) and you can always go commando or if you really want to be disgusting then reversal is an option altho not one of my personal choices 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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