Recent content by DStJ

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    Rotosound 66 Out of Hell pt2: Back into Rotosound 66

    I'm sorry to say that I've usually had the exact same experience. I love the tone of the Roto's but most of the time there was one or two strings that were dead, or dying. I was getting ready to try them again, but after reading your post, I think I will wait another decade. As for me, I use...
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    Does a 4-string bass become obsolete after picking up a 5-string?

    There probably is no definitive answer to this, but It seems once you start on 5 string, you tend to stay on it because it takes some getting used to, and it's really more versatile. As for myself, I still like the 4 string, I like the space between the strings..
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    Confused: The Ampeg SVT sound and the low-mids thing

    My theory is that in the old days, You needed more sound "presence" on the larger stages, and the SVT certainly does that. Nowadays there's usually a sound company that has monitors strong enough to add some fill to the stage. I like SVT's, and have owned a couple, and 2 cabs too, but too heavy...
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    Bacchus dealer DANNY M STEWART... anyone here purchased from him?

    Well better a late response than never. Yes I have purchased from Danny Stewart. I would definitely recommend him. I was a bit nervous at first because he is in another country (japan) but he kept in constant touch with me via email about my custom order, and it came as promised. I LOVE my...