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[quote name='woodenshirt' post='165715' date='Mar 29 2008, 08:44 AM']Looks as though I might be able to make it to the Bash. I work for a sandwich manufacturer and might be able to sort out some sarnies for lunch, can't promise anything but if someone lets me know how many are likely to be attending then I'll see what I can do. Would people want free sandwiches? Just an idea, (Hopefully) see you all there, Mart.[/quote] That's a very kind offer. i'll have one please!

[quote name='Baldwin' post='164648' date='Mar 27 2008, 05:34 PM']I've heard lots of good things about the Lakland Joe Osborn 5 and I'd really like to try one out - The Gallery has one Skyline, but I'd like to compare a few back to back if possible. Google isn't giving me much to go on, so does anybody know a place in London that has a few in stock? Cheers![/quote] I've just read an article about Lakland changing distributors in the UK. They are now handled by Headline who also deal with PRS There number is 01223 874301. www.headlinemusic.co.uk. They'll tell you where to try them. Mike

[quote name='Crazykiwi' post='163397' date='Mar 25 2008, 09:52 PM']Now thats a bass I'm quite curious about. Looks the parts and the other sig basses I've tried like the Rudy Sarzo and Jeff Berlin model were quite impressive. That Jeff Berlin is actually a bass I wouldn't mind having at some point. Great workhorse bass given its got a graphite reinforced neck.[/quote] It was a bit of a risky ebay purchase having never seen one before, plus it had been refinished. However after replacing a hard to find tone pot and getting used to the big chunky neck I'm really pleased with it. I would be interested to see what you think.

[quote name='OldGit' post='163394' date='Mar 25 2008, 09:45 PM']Yes please oh if there's not one already on the list.. Best bring a sleeping bag too (the bash is on Sunday)[/quote] Oops thanks oldgit. That would have been a bit sad turning up and hanging round the carpark wondering when everyone was going to arrive. See you Sunday then!

I'll be coming on Saturday accompanied by my US Jazz, Peavey Tim Landers Signature five string and possibly my DIY fretless Hartke. Should I bring a my Markbass 2x10 combo too?

[quote name='neepheid' post='157395' date='Mar 14 2008, 01:42 PM']To be honest, it'd be as easy to use one of these: [/quote] So would I. What is it?

[quote name='Phaedrus' post='154555' date='Mar 10 2008, 02:27 PM']Absolutely - I'd imagine removing the frets would be pretty straightforward, but filling the gaps is surely a professional job. Thanks, Mark[/quote] Depends on your woodworking skills. I defretted my hartke rosewood board and filled the slots with mahogany veneer, which cost about 4 quid purchased online. and took a couple of evenings from start to finish. It did involve quite a lot of cutting and sanding. You just really have to take your time. I actually found removing the frets quite easy as long as they come out cleanly without damaging the edges of the slots. you can get special pliers for this but flush cutting wire cutters will do it. There are quite few web resources for this kind of job but I've lost the site that I referred to. This one might give you an idea of what's involved. I didn't bother heating the frets. [url="http://www.geocities.com/charlesarms/defretintro.htm"]http://www.geocities.com/charlesarms/defretintro.htm[/url] Happy to help with any more advice that I can. mike

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[quote name='jakesbass' post='152645' date='Mar 6 2008, 08:02 PM']off topic but a really good exercise for intonation is to pick an interval and slide between the two notes in the interval on one string, change interval, repeat, use all intervals till comfortable then employ the same tactic with larger intervals that involve string crosses, change interval, repeat. When sliding try keeping contact with the string and apply a little pressure to the string between notes. If you are wondering WTF is he on about? Its this: familiarising yourself with exact positions on the fingerboard aids your subconcious to have more accurate reference points and sliding between notes (assuming you know what in tune is) helps you accurately position good notes I learned this from an orchestral player on DB when I was having difficulty with a few specific notes, sorted it in no time.[/quote] Thanks Jakesbass I'll give it a try. BTW I've enjoyed reading your contributions to the the "Stagg" thread elswhere on baschat. Mike

[quote name='alexclaber' post='151498' date='Mar 5 2008, 08:06 AM']I disagree, you can do amazing things with palm muting and thumb plucking. Another good trick is to use a five and drop down a string and up five frets for more boom and wooliness. Just spend ages experimenting with different plucking, fretting and muting techniques and you'll build up a huge library of sounds which can all come from one instrument without any knob twiddling. Listening is the key! Alex[/quote] Absolutely. it's all in the fingers. Try different hand positions between bridge and neck and the way you attack the strings with your finger tips or a pick. experiment with the tone settings on your amp and on the bass as mentioned in an earlier reply. You'll be amazed at the range of sounds that you can get with a simple rig.

[quote name='BigRedX' post='152606' date='Mar 6 2008, 07:11 PM']Improving my fretless intonation by playing along with anything and everything thats on.[/quote] That's something I've recently been working on coincidentally. Any tips?

[quote name='acidbass' post='152462' date='Mar 6 2008, 04:07 PM']Recently learned Sir Duke by Stevie Wonder, took a couple of days to get all the little embellishments on the main riff learned but it's really satisfying to play! I also learned Jamerson's bassline to Reach Out (I'll Be There) by The Four Tops, it's always been one of my favourites so it was a crime not knowing it until recently.[/quote] Get yerself a copy of standing in The Shadows of Motown. they're all in there. Except standing in the Shadows strangely???

[quote name='jakesbass' post='132442' date='Feb 2 2008, 10:24 AM']"What's that all about then"... THIS!!!! [url="http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=gaoYu6jOoug"]http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=gaoYu6jOoug[/url][/quote] ABSOLUTELY! and ditto the Jon cleary band below.

[quote name='sgt-pluck' post='130030' date='Jan 29 2008, 02:39 PM']There's a rough guide to Fender bass action set-up here. [url="http://www.fender.com/support/basses.php"]http://www.fender.com/support/basses.php[/url] Pluck[/quote] I use the fender factory specs and find them just right for my jazz bass and Str****casters. Having spent years trying to get the "perfect set up" I now just adjust to these settings play the instrument and get used to them. Personally I've always preferred to play a little on the high side as far as action goes.

[quote name='Dusty' post='130255' date='Jan 29 2008, 07:45 PM']If we ever did get our finger out and organise a Essex Beer/Bass Day, I'm sure Mike at the Bass Merchent would let us have the use of his Rehearsal Room !!! He may even put in some tasty amps for us to try out P.s, another Bass Player looking for a band !! [/quote] OH YES!!! Anyone else planning to go on the 29th march? we could hatch a cunning plan then.

Perhaps we can all meet up at the the forthcoming Bass Bash in Northants on 29th March?

Northants Venue good for me

as someone who suffers from "red light fever" ie when recording something I've played hundreds of times becomes a ten take job. I found this useful idea from Nathan east's DVD: When in the studio imagine you're playing live and when playing live imagine you're in the studio.

Great stuff. I've just rec orded KC with a couple of mates as a little side project. Great bass part but very challenging isn't it, I found the guitar solo section especially tough but got there in the end. Any Dan fans should go and see Nearly Dan at the jazz Cafe on sunday.

I couldn't make the last Northampton one last year due to a poorly dog at the vets that weekend! Would really like the opportunity to come this time.

So now we just have to decide on a convenient venue, date and who is up for a beer then?

Great Vid and very cool Chic bass playing Mr Bassbluestew. I'm sure that this will be a real gig getting asset for your band. Incidentally my previous band up until last year was called The Late Shift and we also male and female singers and did similar stuff to this!

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