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Funny how us bass players end up with the PA cabs to set up and take down. I even store the larger QSC 3-way 15" PA cabs we use. I even transport them to and from gigs in my car. Its a large estate (station wagon to to Daryl ) Volvo V90. I also strip down all cables while drummer does his kit. I load my own bass gear into my car first and then come back for the PA and lights. My wife goes to all my gigs where acceptable with venue and she usually gives me a hand with heavier gear plus she's great at coiling leads. She goes to the gym with me and can almost lift same as me so that's a bonus Dave

Or go IEM if its possible then no amp / cab to carry to gigs. On saying that i do prefer having my rig behind me. Mine is all lightweight with cabs only 20Kg each (44 pounds to you Daryl) Dave

Looks like a nice venue Daryl, decent stage and large room with a view albeit the car park Dave

There were some decisions made within the band i didn't agree with and thought best to step aside. Have agreed to cover all gigs to end of the year or until a replacement is found whichever comes first. It was starting to feel more like a job and i've always maintained that's my cut off point. If its not fun and enjoyable anymore its time to call it a day Daryl. Its always been just a hobby for me and altho i'll miss the extra income its just an added extra to me. Things have moved on tho and the band have now decided they got it wrong and if and when i leave will be the end of the band so no pressure on me. Its all amicable and i would never leave the band without a bassist while they have gigs but i did draw a line at the end of this year. Dave

That's weird but i understand that lingo. Dave

Hi Rob, the download link doesn't open on this one for some weird reason. ? The one for Endless Love opens ok so no idea what's going on. Dave

I'm so used to the free time since New Year gigs i really don't feel like getting back into it again. Dave

Nice one for the guitarist but not so good for you. Enjoy the break from humping gear around. Dave

3 gigs in March with Glam band. I've quite enjoyed the down time to be honest especially since deciding to call it a day with them at the end of the year or a replacement is found whichever comes first. Drummer told me yesterday they had no plans to replace me and the band might just fold as he's 66 this year and might retire too depending on whether they can persuade me to stay and continue a bit longer. No pressure then. Dave

I think my fav artists that i've met have been Phil Collins who bought us coffee and cakes, Phil Lynott who played pool with us and John Sloman when he was with Uriah Heep. He was also a very friendly guy and the one i forgot who also came over and sat with us in the lounge area for a few beers was Francis Dunnery from It Bites when they supported Robert Plant at Barrowlands in Glasgow. Dave

Maybe they were having a bad day ? We were just the helping hands rather than connected with the band so maybe that's the difference. ? Can't fault Mark Stanway tho. He even offered to take us out to the local chippie for a treat before the Magnum gig. Dave

I remember the bass going from a standard Jazz tone to all of a sudden that well defined bass growl and i believe he changed to an Aria for that album, possibly the SB1000. Quite a significant change of sound. I once helped them in with their gear at our local venue probably circa 82 (owner let us in for free to the gig at night and a few free beers) Always thought they were an odd bunch. Catley came across as very vain and stand offish, Lowe couldn't see 3 ft in front of him on stage without his glasses and he wouldn't wear them live, drummer wouldn't let anyone touch his drum gear so he carried all his in on his own. The only decent one was Mark Stanway who was very pleasant guy and happy to chat with us. Also remember Stanway when he appeared with Grand Slam and again a nice guy altho Grand Slam were all great company with Phil playing pool with us in the bar even buying his share of the rounds. Its little moments like that when you get to see the real people behind the musicians. Happy days Rob. Dave

Cheers Rob you are a true gent sir. Very much appreciated. Dave

Its for an audition so probably not their full set list. They're at the starting point by sounds of it. Dave

I can remember you talking about the Magnum tribute. Without hi-jacking Robs thread it is a concern that there will be a lack of gigs. Dave

Here's the list i got for the audition Rob. My fav album was actually Marauder. Vigilante All England's Eyes Just Like An Arrow Days Of No Trust The Spirit How Far Jerusalem On A Storytellers Night Endless Love Two Hearts Sacred Hour

The Spirit and Sacred Hour are on the audition list i've been given. Its a Magnum tribute band. Got 10 songs to look at. Dave

Hi Rob do you mind if i ask what software you are using to slow the songs down without detuning the music. ? I have a few Magnum songs to learn and can't find TABS or transcript for any Magnum songs anywhere. Slowing down the songs might help me pick out the bass notes more easily as they fade into the background noise quite a bit. Most of their songs are pretty straightforward with just the occasional ones having a nice wee bass run. Dave

Its a gorgeous area with some fascinating history and of course the home of Nessie and the greater mountain Haggis. That's the one with 2 shorter legs on its left hand side for running round mountainsides altho it can only run in a clockwise direction. Dave

I've heard of it thru our very own @Steve Browning who i think has played there in recent years. Dave

One of the worst i saw was a really intricate and nice bass line but the camera went to the guitarist who was lightly strumming a chord. Can't remember who the band was tho. Dave

Think that's a wise choice and so good that you are now pain free. That has to be worth it. You can always stay on BC and enjoy the bass geekery. Dave

Possibly my fav rig of all time, just a bit old and heavy these days but it sounds so good. Depending on how i feel will decide what bass i use but usually its my Geddy Jazz or Godin PJ with occasional Warwick Thumb when i fancy something special. Dave

whereabouts in Scotland are you Pete ? Dave

ACS Pro 17's for me too. So good i even bought my wife the same as she attends all my gigs and is usually sat in front or near the PA. Dave