Recent content by Roedkill

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    Basses that disappointed you...

    Went to GC and picked up a beautiful newer Fender Sting signature 1954 precision (MIJ). First, the action was set so high it was barely playable, which was made even worse by the visible bow and twist to the neck (without even looking for it). Also, the E-string magnet on the pu was almost dead...
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    Amplifier Power Question

    Allright thanks guys...there I have my answer...both cabs get equal power from the head per my example.
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    Why does everyone love AMPEG so much?

    I love my Markbass amplifier (combo 102 and the 102hf). But for sheer tonal orgasm...that has to go to the mighty SVT & classic 8x10. Those 6550's crank out sweet buttery growl and sheer volume.
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    Amplifier Power Question

    Okay folks, I have a question regarding amplifier power distribution (possibly a dumb question)... Let's say for example, you have a 600 watt amplifier (600w @ 4 ohms) plugged into two cabinets: one an 8ohm 2x10 cabinet and the other into an 8ohm 4x10 cabinet... My question is this... Does...
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    MarkBass Jeff Berlin

    Get the 115 that matches the JB combo and you should be ready for anything.
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    Markbass cmd 102p

    I've used the CMD 102 P for about two and a half years now. Great amp! Does everything I need. My band plays large venues and small, including outdoor settings in the warm months. I supplement the speaker set up with a STD 102 HF stacked below and a Traveler 102 P on the opposite side of the...
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    Whats the worst combo you've ever owned?

    I didn't own it (thank God!), but my buddy had a tiny Ibanez 25 watt "bass amp" with a coaxial speaker...I found out the hard way it sucked ass when I asked him if I needed to bring my practice amp to his place to jam and he said..."no, I have a bass amp for you to play through." On the other...
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    Sting (police) basses...what is this 8-string bass?

    I just watched The Police video for the song "De do do do de da da da" after not having seen it for years; can anyone tell me what kind of bass Sting is playing? It looks like a red Gibson style body with a maple fretless neck 8 string. Its been bugging me for awhile and I can't tell what name...
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    Best option for a 2x 210 rig?

    Markbass 102 combo + 102HF cabinet Sweet, punchy, powerful and LOUD! The traveller 102 is sweet also, and LIIIGGGHT!!!
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    How do you change fuse in markbass amp?

    The fuse is located in the AC cord plug in adapter. Just unplug your power cord from the amp; on the bottom of the plug in adapter there is fuse specs. Take a paperclip, or small screwdriver and put it in the little notch and apply a little pressure. The fuse carrier will pop out and you can...
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    Swapping jazz bass pickups

    I'm not really after any particular sound; just warm, punchy with some traditional jazz bass growl...the EMGs are ok...just wanted something newer and modern. I am leaning toward Bartoloni or Seymore Duncans...thoughts?
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    Swapping jazz bass pickups

    Hey all; I want to swap out the old active EMG's in my '77 Jazz Bass with some new pickups; any thoughts? Bartolini maybe?
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    Road worthy Q: if your amp fails, what is your plan B?

    My old Peavey 210 combo and 1x18 extension cabinet has never let me down... The only time I've ever had a problem was when my SWR head began cutting out on gigs and I had to run my cabinets with a small spare PA head...tinny and thin sounding, but it got the job done! Since then, I've gotten rid...
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    Markbass CMD 103H Combo

    Never tried one (they seem to be rare). This one seems to be a strange bird in the fact it is not versatile at all (no ext cab option). I think the combo would've been better as a 4x10. The ohms would then be compatible for an extension cabinet like a 104hr or a 102hf like the rest of the...
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    the official "Show your basses" thread part 14!

    1975 Fender Precision Bass 1977 Fender Jazz Bass (not pictured; off for new frets, binding and hipshot drop tuner) 1979 Peavey T-40 (awesome bass- favorite)