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If you played bass in an indie band in the eighties, Andy Rourke's level of playing was probably your aspirational goal. His contribution to The Smiths was as huge as it is underrated.15 points
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The build is over! Took ages getting the Walbuckers, but well worth it. The range of tones available from the Lusithand preamp is staggering. I really didn’t know what to expect, as I’ve never owned a Wal or experienced multi-coils. It weighs in at 9.0 pounds, which is just about right, and no sign of neck dive. I’m looking forward to gigging this!14 points
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One of my earliest bass inspirations and truly one of (if not the) greatest melodic bass players of all time. Everything he played with The Smiths was terrific. Playing the way he did with someone like Johnny Marr on the guitar means that he not only anchored the songs rhythmically but also harmonically, giving very crucial context to all of those broken chords and arpeggios. Stephen Street said that he noticed Morrissey would often lean heavily on the bass lines for his vocal melodies and it's not surprising. There are so many song recommendations I could give, but This Night Has Opened My Eyes is truly sublime. Perfectly measured, perceptive, meaningful bass playing. One of the best early Smiths tracks that really showcases a band of four equals. I cannot praise this man enough. A very sad day.10 points
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Don't worry, the new website is coming10 points
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Just got home from playing the beautiful, ornate Ilkley Kings Hall and the more modern Solihull Core Theatre.... and both fabulous shows! Our band is really on fire now... it's amazing what a series of shows can do for cementing a band socially, musically and performance-wise.... Loving it! Next stops.... Swansea Grand Theatre, Eastleigh Concorde Club & Hunstanton Princess Theatre!8 points
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From the Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/may/19/andy-rourke-bassist-for-the-smiths-dies-aged-59) "(Johnny) Marr’s tribute continued: “Watching him play those dazzling basslines was an absolute privilege and genuinely something to behold. But one time which always comes to mind was when I sat next to him at the mixing desk watching him play his bass on the song The Queen is Dead. It was so impressive that I said to myself ‘I’ll never forget this moment.’" Bit dusty in here.8 points
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NOW SOLD!! These basses are superb and this example is an absolute beaut! It comes with its original-equipment MM case, OE passive electronics package and a new set of OE Ernie Ball strings. The John East upgrade has received lots of praise on Basschat and elsewhere. In my opinion, it takes the excellent s-s Ray to an even higher level. Condition-wise, there is a flaw in the chrome plating next to the top R-H control-panel fixing screw (see last close-up pic), but that's all. It's exaggerated in the pic but barely noticeable to the eye. Price excludes delivery but I'll be happy to pack for collection (if buyer arranges and pays for courier) or hand over at a mutually convenient spot along the M5 Bristol-Exeter stretch (I'm 10 min's from J25). Alternatively, could deliver on Friday June 9th en-route from Taunton to Harwich. https://www.music-man.com/instruments/basses/short-scale-stingray6 points -
Took the M4 on stage for the first time last night, had a great time and had plenty of suitors!6 points
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Sept update: Due to a pending house move the bass is now in storage in Berkshire, so it will be a while until it is bumped again, I may bump it now and again though. But please direct message me if you find this advert and you’re interested. £2750 ono- The price on the listing was for when this was a trade only advert. It’s a 1964 Relic, 1 of 30 made for 2009 release, this one was made in 2008. I have the spec sheet if you need it. Weighs 8.98lbs / 4.08kg, great balance, very comfortable C shape neck and of course a killer tone. It’s not one of the thicker C shapes that some of the later ones have - this bass uncannily feels just like my old original 64. All original aside from the tone pot, which is now a series/parallel push/pull switch, gives you an extra fat tone option and loses nothing from the original. Original case and covers too. No trades please - cash needed for the new home! Unfortunately collection only at this moment. Cheers5 points -
The Grand Old Duke of York ～ 'nuff said5 points
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Creep - radiohead5 points
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I'm a big fan of your man's stuff. Always interested in checking out new pedals. https://lusithanddevices.com/product/ground-pound/4 points
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EDIT - Back up for sale. For a short period earlier in the year, it was on hold, then off hold, then I decided to keep it fearing remorse. This is my Shuker Series One Elite Bass. Absolutely gorgeous custom made instrument in excellent condition. Very little fret wear. Setup with med-low action. Spec: Body - Wenge with quilted maple facings Neck - Wenge and flamed maple Fretboard - Rosewood Nut width - 42mm (P-bass) Neck-shape - C type Tuning machines - Gotoh Bridge - Schaller Pickups - EMG-HZ Switch for hum bucking / single coil. 3 band 18v active preamp - The preamp is Jon Shukers own first generation one, so handmade with small trimmer on the circuit board for adjustable input gain to the preamp, if you use a lot of boost then best to keep it low to avoid any distortion. There is also an adjustable pot in the cavity which controls the frequency that the mid boost/cut works at, its quite a useful addition as it does change the character of the sound quite a bit when you use the mid control. Weight - 4.35 KG Comes with a Hiscox hard case. Happy to post within the UK and discuss options for this. Open to trades, ideally with some cash in my direction. Any questions, please ask. EDIT - price drop to £1200 Feedback:4 points -
I care not for his later life. This is just fantastic. He was 13 when he sang this. It is probably one of the greatest vocal performances ive ever heard.4 points
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So sad to hear this, one of my absolute favourite bassists. Always seemed to be able to get so much heartfelt emotion to even the simplest of parts. I adore his playing on this from John Martyn:4 points
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It's totally dependent on the question, and we don't know what that is, so not much point in speculating or saying one is better than the other. IMO, 'do you have XYZ in stock' is a phone call, whereas 'can you quote me for this' is an email.4 points
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He was a terrific bass player with a sound and style that really stood out. Quite literally; that bright P Bass tone with roundwounds and a pick was unmistakable even on medium wave radio and the lo-fi TV sets most folks had back in the day. Such an inventive and creative player. The Smiths wouldn't have been the monumental band they became without his contribution. I'm very sad. RIP Andy Rourke.😟4 points
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RIP Andy. A great bassist, but never given the recognition he deserved. I saw a Smiths Tribute a few years ago and was amazed at the number of cracking basslines Andy produced.4 points
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Made some changes recently. Replaced my old Turbo Tuner with the Turbo Tuner Mini. Replaced my ODB-3 with the MBD2 (I love this pedal!) That created enough space to add a Carbon Copy as a little temporary fun extra. I've been thinking of getting hold of a Walrus Julia to use instead of the CE-2B. That'd make space for something like a Meris Polymoon where the CC is. Open to suggestions about good chorus', they just need to be in an enclosure along the lines of the MBD2 ideally. Seems like the Walrus Julia, EQD Aurelius and JHS Emperor are the main items that fill the bill? I like the idea of the Julia and the Polymoon or Red Panda Context 2 as I've been thinking of putting an "ambient" "adjacent" guitar setup together.3 points
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This must be the most under-rated Jackson family tune ever.3 points
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Why rehearse or refer to an idiosyncratic live version which could be s mistake anyway, studio version is straight forward3 points
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Working for the Yankee Dollar - The Skids Now doesn't that take you back??3 points
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Never heard of Mark King, is he really good?3 points
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And let them know why you are going direct to them, because IME they'll try and direct you back to their UK retailer/distributer.3 points
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A great bassist for sure with that terrific P-Bass tone (even if I really can't stand Morrissey). May he rest in peace.3 points
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The erectile disfunction of websites.3 points
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The size of your fingers is immaterial, it’s about technique. Apart from a brief reverse back to playing a 5 string during the first year of my degree, I’ve been playing 6 string bass for nearly 20 years. I would recommend having a few lessons from someone who plays a 6 string when you start, just to get comfortable with playing it. I think the reason why so many people buy 6 string basses and then sell them, is that they’re trying to simply transfer whatever technique they use on a 4 string instrument over to the 6. That won’t necessarily work, they’re very different beasts.3 points
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Daz The Way I Like It ～ KC & The Sunshine Band3 points
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Thanks. 👍 But I've still got absolutely no idea, Chris.... 😂 Being the old git that I am, I don't know any pop music released after 1982.....3 points
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Line 6 Helix LT in near perfect condition with Protection racket soft case also in near perfect condition. Awesome array of sounds and effects with a nice clean DI out. Great for going direct to FOH, recording or spicing up you amp… Less than 12 months old, I bought it brand new from PMT in January. Happy to supply the original receipt. Latest software installed and full reset carried out. Collection from Leicester prefered but I do have the original packaging so I can post special delivery. It has only ever done church gigs and has been pampered… as is all of my gear! Not looking for trades2 points -
Ahhhh man I love Justin Chancellors bass tone almost as much as spending money I don't have so this is perfect 🙌2 points
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In that case you are counting the first note as the 1. It isn't, it's the 4&. I assure you the whole song is straight 4 in the bar. No half bars or complicated time signatures. The intro chords are anticipated, ie on the 4& not the 1.2 points
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Amps shape your tone a lot more than the bass you are playing2 points
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Mine blew its bridge rectifier. Which I fixed, but it was still annoying. You are right, though, it did amplify. It made dullness slightly louder.2 points
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Don't worry, when i will get back from the work, i will check out in you tube !2 points
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This could well be one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard.2 points
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Work is a four letter word. Smiths - Andy Rourke!! 😢😢😢2 points
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Mile high, Morphine2 points
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But then no records should anything go wrong.2 points
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Oh, i know, but not liking tort on black is like not liking chocolate, puppies or the irish.2 points
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A friend of a friend who runs a small recording studio was contacted by someone claiming to represent Sade who wanted to record some vocal tracks. He laughed. Turns out it was true. He co-produced her tracks for the last Disney record and made a fortune.2 points
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No one else has to like it but you. Carry on2 points
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Green Bunions ～ Booker T & The M.G.s2 points
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Absolutely top. JS has remained the wonderful human being he has always been, and that voice just stays as good as ever2 points
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They also did the Big Block but the pickup was nothing like a P pickup https://bighouseguitars.com/products/2006-fender-mim-p-bass-big-block-inlays-black2 points
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That's a real beauty. Thanks, Brexit, for keeping temptation away... GLWTS2 points -
We're trying to get an EP together before we get gigs. I would much prefer to try to get gigs with a room recording for now while we work on the EP.2 points
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There you go. Always thought Aria SB's could make almost anything sound good 😀2 points
