I've never understood the term semi-hollow.In my eyes something is hollow or full but half-hollow ??????? Is there an alternative reality I haven't heard of where my laws of physics don't apply?
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My understanding of a semi-hollowbody is it is made with a wood block inside that extends from the neck to the heel to mitigate the feedback associated with hollowbodies. Which is different from chambered.
I associate the semi-hollowbody and hollowbody basses with the British Invasion sound. Hofner, Epiphone and the like were "the sound" because Europeans had to be bloody rich to afford a Fender in the 60s. "Rich" and "Musician" are words that don't go together for all that many people.
I associate the semi-hollowbody and hollowbody basses with the British Invasion sound. Hofner, Epiphone and the like were "the sound" because Europeans had to be bloody rich to afford a Fender in the 60s. "Rich" and "Musician" are words that don't go together for all that many people.
chambered, semi-hollow and hollow are all references to something that's not solid (hollow) The only difference is the thickness of the box around the emptiness.(still just hollow)My understanding of a semi-hollowbody is it is made with a wood block inside that extends from the neck to the heel to mitigate the feedback associated with hollowbodies. Which is different from chambered.
I associate the semi-hollowbody and hollowbody basses with the British Invasion sound. Hofner, Epiphone and the like were "the sound" because Europeans had to be bloody rich to afford a Fender in the 60s. "Rich" and "Musician" are words that don't go together for all that many people.
I think you’re debating the semantics of what is or is not hollow. While I understand what you’re saying, and in real-life terms you are correct, M’s definition of what semi-hollow is in guitar terms is correct. Think of semi-hollow as “less hollow than a fully hollow-bodied bass.”
Or for those who need so more visual, the glass of water isn’t half-full, but half-empty. Best I can do, Swink, as I’m just rising from a deep slumber.
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The more hollow, the greater the capacity for Thump, IMO. Distinct from an EB-0's thump, that is.
I only see the hyper-optimistic view: the loss of water is compensated by air, even in a total vacuum it is impossible to have a half filled glass of water, it will be full of damp
My understanding of a semi-hollowbody is it is made with a wood block inside that extends from the neck to the heel to mitigate the feedback associated with hollowbodies. Which is different from chambered.
I associate the semi-hollowbody and hollowbody basses with the British Invasion sound. Hofner, Epiphone and the like were "the sound" because Europeans had to be bloody rich to afford a Fender in the 60s. "Rich" and "Musician" are words that don't go together for all that many people.
The more hollow, the greater the capacity for Thump, IMO. Distinct from an EB-0's thump, that is.
swinky-do, just look at it as more-specific terms for "what type" of hollowness. As mentioned, "hollow" usually means unencumbered hollowness open to the outside resonating air, which is often subject to feedback when electrified. While "semi-hollow" usually means a strategically placed wood block inside designed to disrupt the vibrating air that leads to such feedback. Whereas "chambered" usually means one or more hollow cavities that are not open to the outside air, thus preventing that source of feedback while providing a more subtle resonance. So, just some shorthand descriptions.
Hope this helps.
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I will adapt my vision to your hol(low)iness,
I only see the hyper-optimistic view: the loss of water is compensated by air, even in a total vacuum it is impossible to have a half filled glass of water, it will be full of damp
And that’s something for all of us to remember if we submerge our hollow or semi-hollow-bodied basses in a bathtub! It’ll definitely give us a “wetter” sound even without reverb!
It helped me. I love Thursday mornings when a good debate starts it off, especially over a discussion of such hollowness. Thanks to all who participated.
Next week we’ll argue over whether black guitar straps make me look thinner or not...
Small edit for safety reasons. Now we just need to find out who you were talking to.And that’s something for all of us to remember if we submerge Your hollow or semi-hollow-bodied basses in a bathtub! It’ll definitely give us a “wetter” sound even without reverb!
And that’s something for all of us to remember if we submerge our hollow or semi-hollow-bodied basses in a bathtub! It’ll definitely give us a “wetter” sound even without reverb!
I actually prefer semi-liquid substances on speakers
Just can't get that picture out of my mind!
Hey G! How does it fit? I looked on their website and they only have cover for R40v3 - not Studio - which is a leeeeeetle bit taller. I like their price though!
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All the usual cover makers will happily make whatever you want to the specs that you measure, if the Studio is not listed in their database it probably just means no one has ordered one yet.
I believe Fender's R100 is the smallest they make.. I also believe the R40v3 & RS40 (also a v3) are the exact same size. I ordered LeCover's regular Rumble 40 size and it fits my RS40 like a glove!
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Oh yeah - well aware of that. But, usually custom orders are more $. I'm good with the price they have for the Rumble 40 as long as it's a good fit - doesn't have to be exact. Like to get G-Dogs thoughts on how it measures up!
Well if you believe SW measurements, the R40 is 16.5"H x 16.5"W x 12"D and the RS40 is 16.88"H x 16.50"W x 12"D. So not quite an inch taller.
That's all that matters and what I needed to know! Thanks!!
Well if you believe SW measurements, the R40 is 16.5"H x 16.5"W x 12"D and the RS40 is 16.88"H x 16.50"W x 12"D. So not quite an inch taller. ... ...
I believe Fender's measurements that both are 16.5x16.5x12. Maybe SW got one with taller rubber feet? At any rate, 0.38" in height would not be any concern to the cover's fit. I haven't noticed if mine touches the floor, leaves the bottom edge uncovered, or what.
I've read at least one guy has both and he swaps grille assemblies between them without any problems whatsoever.
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Glad you got it sorted. FWIW, at one both Lecover and Tuki told me there was no upcharge for using my measurements, but that may have changed by now I guess.
Ok, here's the latest evolution in the 115 cabinet's short life so far. I'm only showing it here because I don't know if Morrighan visits the Rumble Club or not. I finished recording "Where is the Love" this morning with the Rumble Twins' Dark Tower setup and now am moving onto the Terror Bass/115 cab. Even though I originally used the Ampeg and then moved to the Stage 800 for "Eye of the Tiger," I plan on re-recording it with the Orange and Fender rig.
I've been getting great tips from as far as the Rhineland on how to make an in-sync A/V recording. I'm gonna give it all a try, including some fantastic directions from Droopy_TX over in the digital wing of the Rumble Club. This is what I see will be the main use of the new bass cabinet, but as I told 'Doggie yesterday, if I was left with only one rig in my stable, I could easily use the Stage 800/115 cab for everything; practice and playing out. It was that impressive.
I've been getting great tips from as far as the Rhineland on how to make an in-sync A/V recording. I'm gonna give it all a try, including some fantastic directions from Droopy_TX over in the digital wing of the Rumble Club. This is what I see will be the main use of the new bass cabinet, but as I told 'Doggie yesterday, if I was left with only one rig in my stable, I could easily use the Stage 800/115 cab for everything; practice and playing out. It was that impressive.
