Recent content by snowbike

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    Thoughts on Ray34 bass

    I have a ray34. I wanted a Stingray, but after trying a few and the ray34, the ray34 played (IMO) better. Just felt better. I struggled with getting it as i had planned on a stingray. I maybe got a good one.
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    Ringing out rig at sound check.

    This is exactly the issue. I do dial everything in advance but this can change so dramatically at the venue. As I stated in the original post , I had a nightmare at that gig as we were put infront of a massive glass window behind the stage and open air at the front. Bass frequencies were lost...
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    Ringing out rig at sound check.

    I need a sanity check. I have a fairly complex effects board as we do some MUSE, some pitch shifting stuff/ Have multiple chains etc. I need to ring this out at sound check and make sure its all levelled correctly. I Realised a long time ago that its not just plug and play. The room/venue...
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    Replacement tuners for Harley Benton B-30BK Acoustic Bass

    Does anyone have any suggestions for replacement machine heads for Harley Benton B-30BK Acoustic Bass. One has lost its thread and i want to replace the lot. Something in keep with the budget of the bass (not expensive). CHeers
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    Pickguard 2018 MIM FENDER PLAYER SERIES PRECISION BASS

    Thanks so much for that. Looks great!
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    Pickguard 2018 MIM FENDER PLAYER SERIES PRECISION BASS

    Does anyone know which Pickguard to get for new 2018 MIM Player series P bass. Mine came with a white and I want black one. Is the MIM pickguards the same or different? Cheers
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    Problems with Harke 5500

    Stopped working completely. Its been repaired; "differential transistors of poweramp module replaced"
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    Problems with Harke 5500

    Hi I recently retired my Hartke 3500 (28 years!!!) and now have a HA5500. Amazing amp Identical sound to orginal(to my ears) However it seems to be developing a problem of sorts that I'm not sure is a problem or not. When I switch it on lights come on and few seconds later a relay clicks then...
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    Which Hipshot extender for Sterling Ray 34 ?

    Thanks so much for the information. BT-1 standard chrome ordered. :D
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    Which Hipshot extender for Sterling Ray 34 ?

    Does anyone know which Hipshot extender fits a musicman sterling ray 34? (not CA) There are three types of BT-1 BT-1 BT-1 Shorty BT-1 Treble Ive mailed hipshot but never got a reply. Thanks Snowbike
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    New Hartke 5500 Problem... I think

    I had a old 3500 from late 80s, i have just retired. I just got a 5500 And am a little worried there may be something wrong with it. I have a P -bass with Will power pickups so quite hot output. Setting either/both preamps below 9 o'clock its kinda ok, but not as clear as my old Mosfet 3500...
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    OLD Hartke 3500 starting to die

    Not sure what tube. Its been replaced few months back. I'll swap it out. like Burningskies says, it definitely doesnt owe me anything so im ordering a new 3500 or lh500 then take my time to repair the old girl.
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    OLD Hartke 3500 starting to die

    Thanks for the comprehensive reply. I suspected a joint or similar as the issue only happens after its moved and a little impact maintenance resolves it. Ill open her up and Give her some TLC. Cheers
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    OLD Hartke 3500 starting to die

    HI all. I have had my old Hartke 3500 which was purchased around 1991. Its been gigged hard and has NEVER Failed me up until now. Literally only needed new valve for the preamp occasionally. Occasionally the level drops And has a fuzz/hiss noise then Jumps back up to full glory again. I've...