I started playing bass guitar in local bands at 15 back in 1972 and enjoyed doing this for around 6 years. There were various lineups with these 3 bands: Earth, Trader & Alaska and we had some fun times and great gigs. At 21 years old I knew I wasn't going to make it as a musician so turned my attention to PA Systems. Working with a guy called Richard we set up System 1 PA Hire and purchased an Ea
stmill horn loaded system. Quite powerful for its size but the large 'trap' shaped bass bins were heavy and awkward to move, especially up and down stairs :( Later I began using bass speakers based on Court Acoustics designs plus SSE mids. This system worked very well - local reggae bands such as Pressure Shocks and The Naturalites loved the high quality sound that could be achieved. This system was also used for many gigs for bands such as The Alarm, Meteors, The Higsons, King, The Only Ones, Prince Far I, B Movie etc. Moving on about 35 years (!) I now have an Inspired Audio system as my main or 'Alpha Rig'. This can be seen in the home page picture of Rusty Shackle. In addition I have a Martin Audio system as my 'Beta Rig' - ideal for a smaller stage in a local pub/hall. I have a wide range of other active and passive systems and can provide audio solutions for most requirements for an event with up to about 700 people. I have associates who can help.
