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FWIW I use the 84's in one of my Jazz Basses, and I think your description of 'big bass and pokey treble' could definitely be achieved with them. Didn't even know that Wizard had a new pickup out, must take a look now!

[quote name='Marcus' post='395134' date='Jan 30 2009, 06:15 AM']I for one would love to hear a proto-type[/quote] +1. I know we have a couple of other cabinet builders on the forum, but it doesn't hurt to have more creative people with new ideas on how to amplify our instrument. I like the concept of the 'plug and play' idea. As we all know, some EQ sections out there colour the sound vastly, even when left flat. Of course, this will suit some basses more than others! Will be watching this thread closely over the coming weeks - best of luck to you

[quote name='chris_b' post='393682' date='Jan 28 2009, 02:13 PM']Audiences love busy blues bass players but they are generally not liked by the other musicians.[/quote] +1 on that point. It's got a lot to do with the ego of the band leader sometimes (in that they don't want any spotlight taken away from them), but the bassists who get the most work in a blues environment are always the ones who don't play overly busy. Of course it's all about taste. If the song needs more energy, you know how to add it by playing a few more notes here and there to drive it. I always find it's easier to get busier when required than to get less busy, if you get my drift.

Not a single reply! FWIW I downloaded the Guitar Pro file of the song you asked for, it includes Bass, Drums and the works, but haven't been able to check it out or compare it to the original because I've not been using my own computer (complete with GP4) for the last few days. I've attached the file anyway for your perusal in case you have the necessary software. It's widely available for download from the net too if you need it. Hope this helps Danny

As you said, you've went for simplicity and efficiency with your cabs, so IMO the logo shouldn't be any different. Being identified on TV wouldn't really be a priority of mine when designing the logo. At the end of the day, your cabs will be known by bass players for the right reasons, and once you build a reputation for quality and sound (which you hopefully will), then surely this will be your main selling point. I think the aesthetics of the cab come second to this, and I'm sure that sensible bass players buying cabs place visuals near the bottom of their checklist. Danny

Rory Gallagher is one of my personal favourites, but there are loads of people from the 50s and 60s that influenced him that you should check out, most have already been listed but I'd highly recommend - BB King Howlin' Wolf John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers Robert Johnson Buddy Guy Chuck Berry Little Richard T-Bone Walker Elmore James Leadbelly The thing I love about playing blues is that you can take a back seat in the band, yet have such an impact on the overall sound. It's probably the most understated instrument in a blues band. If you're used to playing rather busily (is that a word?), then you'll probably take a little time to adjust to the different playing style, but it's really not a hard genre to play once you're into it! I certainly enjoy playing blues more than some genres, always puts food on the table too It's amazing how many different ways the simple I-IV-V thing can be played too. I'd recommend just messing around with it until you hear new patterns emerging, it's always great fun this way and good for ear training too!

[quote name='simon1964' post='391967' date='Jan 26 2009, 05:46 PM']How about that, chambered to reduce weight, and with some sort of Ovation style sound holes on the upper horn?[/quote] Yum. But it seems to have 2 strings too many, what's that about? Is it just my eyesight?

Just got an interesting email from Florian at Warwick, didn't even know this was happening until now! [url="http://forum.warwick.de/showthread.php?t=6678"]LINK[/url] Anyone entered/thinking of entering? My guess is that they'll probably end up with designs looking all quite similar - I mean, how many different singlecut shapes can there be out there? Haven't they all got just one horn? Sounds like a cool idea on behalf of Warwick anyway, good to see that they're letting their customers have an input into the design of their basses (although I suppose the Custom Shop have been churning out bespoke instruments now for some time!) Danny

LMAO at that Billy Sheehan video above! He really is mindblowing - one of the few bass virtuosos I actually can listen to! Normally if I'm testing a bass in a shop, I play Won't Get Fooled Again - great fun to play and covers most of the neck. Plus a little bit of popping!

Wow, that ex-Entwistle bass looks AMAZING! It could have been the only one out of 3 that he had that didn't have the extra tone control added. Where is it now?

Maybe it's the latest innovation in zero-fret technology? I love the look of reliced basses, and own a couple myself, but that punk bass is a bit much IMO! If I were doing a Sid Vicious impersonation, I'd jump right on it though (literally)

[quote name='Crazykiwi' post='390273' date='Jan 24 2009, 11:01 AM']In an ideal world my band would have a set dedicated to each, once we'd seen from the first set what the punters liked the most.[/quote] Great idea. It's always a good idea to have a lot more songs on hand that you think you'll need, just in case you notice that the songs you've planned may not exactly be suitable for the crowd on that particular night. At the end of the day, in a covers band you are catering for a certain audience, so it's good to give them what they want! Some staples of any wedding/function type band IMO would include - Queen - Another One Bites The Dust Sknyrd - Sweet Home Alabama Chuck Berry - Johnny B Goode GnR - Sweet Child Of Mine You know the type! I'd also recommend learning some up-to-date tunes for when the occasion arises, for example if you were playing at the moment, you'd play Kings Of Leon, the Killers and the like. Simple, fun to play and drunk people love 'em! I applaud your intentions to play music full time, the highs and lows are unique! Let us know how you get on anyway! Danny

[quote name='6stringbassist' post='389824' date='Jan 23 2009, 05:26 PM']Learning theory cannot possibly hold you back, and basically you're deluding yourself if you think otherwise.[/quote] +1000

I've been playing in many styles now for around 7 years, and only learned how to read at a basic level around a year ago. I never saw the merits of it for the previous 6, for a lot of the same reasons that people have already mentioned. But it does, without a doubt, improve my musical adaptability and overall skill immeasurably. I don't even play Jazz or Classical either, these skills are equally relevant in pop or rock styles. Only a few weeks ago I was called to fill in for a bass player at the last minute for a 7-night stint in the orchestra pit for a pantomime. I can't sight read very well, but the skills that I do have allowed me to slip in to the band quite easily after a quick read through of the charts just before the first gig. I defy anyone to do that without a knowledge of music, I know I certainly would have been VERY embarrassed had I not known what little I do. As far as writing is concerned, I believe that theory and ear-training should both be used in equal measure. Knowing how to harmonise a vocal part in A Lydian is definitely not as important as knowing what works for the song and listener. Lennon and McCartney wrote songs with just a basic understanding of music theory - it was the music they heard that influenced the way they wrote, as well as the popular writing style of the time. I am going to buy a book on how to read music properly, and some day hope to do it at a professional level. That doesn't mean that I ever intend to be a professional bass player, but it does mean that I do intend to approach music with the same commitment and enthusiasm as one.

Nice! I was wondering when they were finally going to catch up with the Strats/Teles. Still not a patch on MIJ though I'd imagine

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There's actually a really interesting discussion going on which contains the merits of reading against listening [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=38697"]HERE[/url]. Definitely worth a look, it has certainly expanded my preconceptions of both techniques.

That Jaguar bass looks amazing! It's been a while since we've heard about Lipsticks on this forum, how are they holding up for you?

[quote name='thisnameistaken' post='385770' date='Jan 20 2009, 10:36 AM']Actually I just remembered the one guy I knew who had a Clapton strat - my friend's dad, who couldn't play to save his life...[/quote] Brilliant guitars for the price! I'd love to get my hands on one of those Harris signature models, been well impressed with the Geddy and Sting signatures so hopefully the Japanese craftsmanship has remained high standard.

[quote name='Musky' post='386996' date='Jan 20 2009, 11:29 PM']Just a thought, but has Fender ever made a signature bass for someone who no longer uses them (apart from the ones that died)? I'm not sure what Geddy Lee currently uses... [/quote] I think he was spotted using a fretless Jazz recently, maybe even the Jaco signature?

Met Gerry McAvoy a few times at the Rory Gallagher festival in Ballyshannon, very funny guy with some great stories and an awesome bassist!

You could always go with one of those Thomann own brand T-amps, or even a Behringer amp. Then you could pick up a decent rack EQ for between £1-200 and that in theory is all you need (excluding the cab of course). I'd recommend something like a valve compressor too if you're into that, those DHA rackmount models look great. And there you have a perfectly decent rack setup, all-in for about £600! Certainly not 3k

I'd love to play bass for The Who's current tour, in place of the mighty Pino. I think it'd be a LOT easier to play with Starkey than it would be with Moon, although I suspect that Townshend doesn't exactly want much creative freedom from the bass chair these days.

I've had the entire Beatles back catalogue on shuffle and repeat for the last couple of days - I've never enjoyed spending time at the computer in my life as much as I have recently! EDIT - no pun intended