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07 Oct 2011

What's you favourite bit of kit?

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Posted By : John Wilkinson: | Comments : 30

Fantasy or one you actually own

Just a bit of fun and I don't think I have seen this done before.

If you could choose one piece of equipment (JUST ONE) with money no object....

What would it be?

Mine? (even though I sing for a living)

Sequential Circuits Prophet 10 keyboard.

Our ex keys man had one and I fell in love with it.

So.... What is yours?

Best wishes

John

Comments

# Posted by The Black Watch - 07/10/2011, 14:24 (GMT)

erm probably either my tele (140 off ebay, cheap as chips but plays just as well as my dearer ones) or my pedalboard. i do love my amp tho (fender hotrod deluxe)

my next aquisition will be a orange tiny terror to complete my dual amp setup. cant wait

# Posted by Northern Riot - 07/10/2011, 14:30 (GMT)

My 13x7 KD Custom snare drum! It still gives me a boner everytime i hit it!!

www.kddrums.com

If we're talking fantasy then I will have to mention one of his kits but i'm too afraid to test drive one... coz i'll want one!! ;-)))

John

# Posted by Defunct account - 07/10/2011, 14:33 (GMT)

The thing, loosely based on a bass, I'm hoping to have made once I can persuade a luthier to build it for me. Can't wait though I'm not sure how much of a change in direction it'll force for me - I guess that's half the fun!

# Posted by The Black Watch - 07/10/2011, 14:36 (GMT)

the thing hahahaha

# Posted by Tony- Vocalist - 07/10/2011, 14:39 (GMT)

A Park late 70,s 50watt 2x12 valve combo, tatty but sound so sweet !
Or some nice JBL small mid/top PA cabs Ive had for years.... The top end is massive, they have a 3 way switch for the top end for small, med and large rooms .
I replaced the 12" original speakers years ago for Fanes 450 watts,whilst not quite as sweet they handle a massive amount of power and with a 2x18 cab a side underneath them they have done some pretty big gigs and have held their own at anywhere Ive played and have stayed lovely and clean . People have asked where the rest of the PA is several times believing there were more mid tops!

# Posted by Defunct account - 07/10/2011, 14:39 (GMT)

well, I haven't thought of what to call it yet!

# Posted by The Cottonhouse Shakers - 07/10/2011, 14:43 (GMT)

I own - Black 95 Les Paul Custom

I'd like to own - Gibson Cherry Red 335 OR a black Lucille.

# Posted by John Wilkinson: - 07/10/2011, 14:44 (GMT)

Remember guys

JUST ONE PIECE ;-)

Don't want this turning into a "Gear Porn" thread ;-)

Either what you own or what you would love to own money no object.

Best wishes

John

# Posted by Scott - Metalleeka - 07/10/2011, 14:46 (GMT)

My ESP Custom Lefty Explorer....I still pinch myself every time I take it out of the case, as I simply didn't think I would ever find one.

# Posted by Scott - Metalleeka - 07/10/2011, 14:49 (GMT)

Ignore my previous comment....I have just found this....OMFG...WANT....NOW!!!!!!!

www.ebay.co.uk/.../170706570355?pt=Guitar&hash=item27bee78c73

# Posted by ~ THE SUG4R BULLETS ~ - 07/10/2011, 14:52 (GMT)

I would love to own this:

Stewart Copeland sig snare

# Posted by Defunct account - 07/10/2011, 14:53 (GMT)

@scott looking at the pics how does that work with a strap with the button being below a major overhanging bit of bodywork?

# Posted by Stu (dose) - 07/10/2011, 14:53 (GMT)

i would like this please John if you're offering ;)

www.ebay.co.uk/.../390303916876

# Posted by Bad Horsie (Mick) - 07/10/2011, 14:56 (GMT)

My modded to DEATH strat.

# Posted by Tubthumper - 07/10/2011, 15:02 (GMT)

Me. Because without me my gear is nothing.

# Posted by Tubthumper - 07/10/2011, 15:02 (GMT)

.....did that sound pretentious enough?

# Posted by Tubthumper - 07/10/2011, 15:02 (GMT)

.....did that sound pretentious enough?

# Posted by John Wilkinson: - 07/10/2011, 15:03 (GMT)

Yeah TWICE.... ;-)

Come on Nicki there must be something you covert?

Best wishes

John

# Posted by the stories - 07/10/2011, 15:04 (GMT)

My white custom gibson les paul ,andy@the stories

# Posted by Jump the Shark (Andy) - 07/10/2011, 15:07 (GMT)

Oh Lord, won'tcha buy me.... (2 minutes in)

# Posted by The Cottonhouse Shakers - 07/10/2011, 15:12 (GMT)

OK then I want this piece of kit - and it has to be Freddie's! lol

And I DON'T mean the collars!!

# Posted by Tubthumper - 07/10/2011, 15:14 (GMT)

@ John, lol, er that would be "covet" unless you are suggesting I use my gear to conduct surveillance operations.

No, I actually have way more gear than I need and I long since learned that none of it will make me play or sound any better as it is all about me!

If anything, I covet a course of lessons from a truly inspirational teacher who can ignite my imagination and bring out any hidden potential I have as a player, if indeed any exists.

Honestly.

# Posted by John Wilkinson: - 07/10/2011, 15:18 (GMT)

@ Nicola..... DOh'!...Forgive me my eyes are tired my legs are weak etc.... ;-)

Such teachers are hard to find I would imagine. Fair enough and a good point. I do subscribe to the point of view that the better equipment you have the more inspired you are to play with it, thus improving your musical education.

And I would still love a P10 ;-P

Have a great weekend

John

# Posted by Paul(Shenks) - Blaze Guitarist - 07/10/2011, 15:20 (GMT)

Fantasy bit of kit/gear would have to be a Fractal Audio AxeFX II with the MFC-101 foot controller

Some valve purists on here may shake their head and sigh but the sheer convenience of the above is what appeals to me apart from the quality of sound/tones (plus the fact I've always been into tech gear).

# Posted by PINK FLOYDish - 07/10/2011, 15:28 (GMT)

My blonde usa fender strat, its what i use at every gig. Ive had 100's of guitars over the years but this is deffo my baby ;~)

Best wishes

Kev

# Posted by MICK NASH - 07/10/2011, 16:19 (GMT)

My Gordon Smith P bass, I've had it since 1979 and it's been everywhere with me, and some places without me.
MN

# Posted by 4most Wanted - 07/10/2011, 16:47 (GMT)

I had a dream!!! And my dream materialised!! Here it is:

Goodfellow neck bought off ebay
Z bass 1 piece swamp ash body from Warmoth USA
Bartolini pickups and 5.4 pre amp active electronics
All gold hardware from Warwick Germany
Expertly completed by the genius that is Mr. Brian Eastwood
Total cost approximately £800 - but it's priceless to me.
Plays and sounds better than anything I've ever owned including Fenders, Warwicks and MM's

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# Posted by DeletePlease1 - 07/10/2011, 16:49 (GMT)

Pretty much any of these..

BUT THIS IS THE ONE...

# Posted by Rob Redfern, Black Rose,more f... - 07/10/2011, 19:33 (GMT)

my Boss Sd-1 overdrive , its not modded but im sure its got some kinda mojo, love it :0)

# Posted by Rob Redfern, Black Rose,more f... - 07/10/2011, 19:37 (GMT)

fantasy gear, this is a short(er) list!

Gibson Les paul ebony and gold custom
Charvel art series EVH relic
Ibanez JS custom black dog
Ibanez Jem Bad Horsie
Fender 54 strat

mesa boogie road king

Fractal audio axe fx or tc electronic g system

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