Joe 'Dingo' Wright

Hey guys. Thanks for all the opinions. I have used a TC D2 a few times, normaly when im at FOH on vocals. I am impressed with TC and there interface seems really user friendly so thats why i considered the GM2. Thanks for the heads up on other gear! Im glad there are people out there that are using them on bass. And gettin pleasing results from them. You see im no longer looking for a multi FX pedal. I have the AX3000B and it just seems that the quality of effects has been sacrificed to squeeze more into the box. And there are many that i just dont use. So im hoping to cut back on the effects but increase the quality. The GM2 has some compression on board doesn't it? Is it any good? As im lookin at getting maybe a dbx-160. But if the GM2's on board compression is any good it might save me some money

Hi there guys and girls of bass chat. A little help please. Im wanting to upgrade my effects unit. And the G Majour 2 has caught my eye. All i really want is Reverb and Delay unit, although i do like the idea of the pitch shifter. Anyways, ive seen many guitar demos online of this unit but no bass demos. So i was wondering if anyone out there has one and is using it on their bass, if so how are you finding it? Also if anyone has any other similar suggestions feel free to to podt your opinions. Thanks people Joe

Rite, I'm using Mr. Sheen multi purpose furniture polish on the body, and im going to try WD 40 on the fret board. Il let you know how it all pans out. Cheers people for all your help =]

[quote name='daz' timestamp='1323739729' post='1466528'] Indeedy. I always at least give the old hands a quick rinse before picking the bass up. I have noticed that this has made me very aware of the few times that i have picked the bass up with greasy hands, after eating a pizza or something. Once you get into a routine of rinsing your hands before playing the bass, you do it automatically, just like you do before you eat. PS: Does anyone know if there Is anywhere in the UK you can buy [i]Fret Doctor[/i], so you dont have to pay mad post charges for something the size of a half eaten pack of Polo mints ? [/quote] If my hands are greasy, or I've spilt something on them i do wash my hands before picking up the bass, id never touch it with filthy hands. Has anyone had much experience with composite fret boards? I must admit, im swinging toward a small application of WD 40 on the board. I just want to be sure first!

Thanks for all the feedback guys. Got loads to go on now, il try a few things on small patches and see how things come out!

Ok, cheers. I was mainly just unsure what to use on the composite board, I've just had no dealings with anything like it, and didn't want to ruin it! Thanks for your help =]

Hi People. Just a few quick questions. I've recently had a bass built, which has a composite fretboard, and i have no idea what would be the best treatment to clean it with? Im also wondering what the best cloth and treatment is best to use on the lacquered body, just to keep it looking as pristine as possible for as long as possible. And avoiding scratches! Once a few adjustments have been made to the bass, il be adding it to the build diaries section on this site. Any help is much appreciated. Cheers. Joe - (Dingo)

Had my grade back, I got 70% my best mark this year. Cheers

Hey there people, so im part of a rock band, but when we say 'Rock' we use the term loosely, because its a broad banner, that can encompass all our influences and sounds, the entire band has a varied musical taste, but it all comes together and shows in our set. Heres our stuff! www.rockmelon.co.uk www.myspace.com/therockmelon [url="http://www.facebook.com/pages/RockMelon/49729491591"]http://www.facebook.com/pages/RockMelon/49729491591[/url] Please check us out, even if your just passing by, Were looking for someone who wants to enjoy there time on stage, previous experience is desirable of course, transport is a bonus, but as a band, yea of course we'd like to hit the big time, and were going to try our best, but we' all be satisfied with living off the band. Thats our goal, but like anybody, we wouldn't turn down a major label wanting to break us. Thanks for your time.

Hi guys and girls, Thanks for all the interest and support you've all shown, you've al really helped, and im sure my grade will benefit from your input. My submission has since been handed in, so i no longer require any one to answer the questions, but if however you feel the need to do so, then knock your self out. Cheers people!!!!!

[quote name='MacDaddy' post='1140659' date='Feb 24 2011, 11:33 PM']Nikki Sixx. Not the best bassist in the world, probably not the best bassist in Motley Crue. But he runs around, throws shapes and poses, and knows how to entertain. That's why he made me want to play bass.[/quote] Thats a very good point, it isn't always about awesome technique, its also about connecting with your audience and putting on a good show. Although, i think stereotypically, bassists are the mad ones in the band, apart from some lead guitarists. lol

Id just like to take the opportunity to thank everyone so far, who's posted any kind of feedback, its all useful, and its all things i can use in my write up. Cheers for all the help everyone.

[quote name='Biarnel' post='1152166' date='Mar 7 2011, 08:31 AM']Yep, here I am Feel free to ask questions![/quote] Hey there, thanks for posting. So when a customer 1st comes to you, and there talking about a particular sound or tone, im guessing they describe what they'd like the bass to sound like, and you'd explain to them, the choices available to them in terms of woods, and the possibility of a thru neck? I have the basic understanding that, harder woods have a brighter tone, and that thru necks transmit vibrations to the bridge better, but thats about it really. Can you help? Cheers!

[quote name='LeftyJ' post='1146186' date='Mar 1 2011, 06:17 PM'][b]What information did you need to know before going ahead with a custom build?[/b] I didn't order a custom bass yet, but I am considering having a bass built for me. [b]If in an ideal world your were having a custom bass built, what information would you want to know before going ahead with the build?[/b] Lots of things. Based on the experience with various basses I've played over the years, I think I pretty much know what I like in a bass and what I don't, in terms of woods, neck joint, scale length, neck profile, body contours (both in terms of aesthetics and looks), pickups, pickup placement, electronics. But a luthier may well have different thoughts on this, based on my description of the tone and tonal options I'm looking for. And of course, when comparing basses, there's often more than one variable that's different so you can't really pinpoint what variable is the most decisive in creating the tonal differences between the two. So before pulling the trigger, I would have to talk to a luthier about the specs to share our thoughts, and to make sure we agree about this before I place my order. [b]What information have you or do you find hard to find on custom bass's and builds?[/b] Mostly the tonal characteristics of different species of wood. There is a lot of information on this subject, but most written descriptions of tone are somewhat vague and describe the writer's view and taste, which I don't always share. [b]How did you go about the process of choising the components for your bass?[/b] Based on experience with other basses. And part is a bit of a gamble, really. [b]What advice would you need before going ahead with a build? (Wood choices, electronics etc) ?[/b] I'm open to any type of advice. I place a lot of trust in the skill and experience of a good luthier. [b]Would you need information on different designs of bass (such as thru neck to bolt on neck) and the pro's and cons?[/b] Yes, would be greatly appreciated. Right now I favor bolt-on necks, but if something else would work better for the tone I'm looking for, any good advice is welcome. I like a traditional look and feel but I like both modern and classic tones and preferably in the same instrument, so there may be a bit of a challenge in combining all my wishes in a single instrument.[/quote] thanks for taking the time time to answer these questions!

[quote name='DanOwens' post='1145198' date='Feb 28 2011, 10:56 PM']I guess you've come to the same conclusion your lecturer would point you to: 'Be specific'. I would suggest focussing on 5 main body woods, their tonal properties and their organic nature that leads to their tonal properties; then perhaps some visual examples of facing woods but without any analysis. You'd cover a lot of the choice and be able to find both scientific and aesthetic pointers which should gain you marks on thoroughness on creativity. I would echo 3below's request on your marking criteria too. It sounds like a great project and I am rarely a pedant but I think you've asked for help and we can do it.... the plural of bass is [b]basses[/b]. A quality belonging to a bass is a [b]bass's[/b] quality. Dan PS I'm sorry if you found that patronising, but I'm a teacher who does his best to help his students get the best marks possible.[/quote] Yea im focusing this project on 5 woods, and some differences between a thru neck and a bolt on neck bass. So far ive acquired these woods and recorded the tones of them, using a contact mic into the computer, so the user can click on the 'wood' and hear the sound back, ive used a pen to tap the woods to get there 'sound'. I know it isnt ideal, but at least it will give the user an idea of the characteristics of the wood. In terms of a question, the criteria for my study, is very basic and vague. The only criteria i have to meet are, for the assignment to be informative, easy to navigate, and for the main focus to be on the sounds, as my course is a sound orientated degree. and thats about it. Thanks !!!!

[quote name='DanOwens' post='1144157' date='Feb 28 2011, 08:46 AM']Hi Joe, Who is your DVD aimed at and what is the purpose? If you are offering information about options and basically educating the viewer about the many variables involved in choosing a custom bass then you just need to break down the variables into sections then clearly explain the impact of the choices. The issues are that there are SO many variables with something as 'insignificant' as fretboard wood (that's in inverted commas because it obviously isn't insignificant). Dan[/quote] Hi Dan, Im aiming it at the bassist that requires a package of information about custom bass's, but because its a relatively small assignment to the rest of my uni work, i think my main focus will be the woods, as it seems to be the sketchiest area about custom bass's, il be mentioning other things to, like the differences in designs, like thru neck and so on, il mention other variables but not in great detail. Cheers mate.

[quote name='JTUK' post='1141098' date='Feb 25 2011, 12:34 PM']For me [b]What information did you need to know before going ahead with a custom build?[/b] I went around and played as many basses as I could...I couldn't find what I wanted [b]If in an ideal world your were having a custom bass built, what information would you want to know before going ahead with the build? Could the luthier do what he says he can do.[/b] After a few visits and a chat, I knew he could do what he said he could do. Which happened to be, a better bass that I could get anywhere else for the money. He was right, IMO. [b]What information have you or do you find hard to find on custom bass's and builds?[/b] I went to see the guy and saw his work and played them. [b]How did you go about the process of choising the components for your bass?[/b] Toughie..as some times you can be the groundbreaker here...in that your choices of wood, headstock and little combinations might not have been covered too much prior.... I chose maple and bubinga for the look and there weren't any like that at the time..they were all wenge and bubinga, so that was my small leap of faith, IMO. Also the headstock was not available on a 5 either, IIRC. [b]What advice would you need before going ahead with a build? (Wood choices, electronics etc) ?[/b] See his previous efforts and play them, but as I said, you may be the first to request such things. [b]Would you need information on different designs of bass (such as thru neck to bolt on neck) and the pro's and cons?[/b] I had points of view available and none was conclusive, and still isn't regarding neck-thru..IMO.[/quote] Thanks for taking the time to read through and answer these questions. Its all helpful info. Cheers!!

[quote name='dmccombe7' post='1141070' date='Feb 25 2011, 12:20 PM']Remember and keep us posted on how you get on. Have you tried contacting some of the luthiers direct with the questions. Some of these guys are very experienced and usually pretty helpful. Just a thought. ! Cheers Dave [/quote] I have actually, im in contact with Jon Shuker of Shuker bass's he's given me some helpful info, and ive also bought a book on building solid body guitars, and i also have a haynes manual for the fender strat, so hopefully, ive got some good conclusive info. Il keep you posted on how i get on, and the final result. Cheers

[quote name='dmccombe7' post='1140116' date='Feb 24 2011, 04:20 PM']Hope this helps Joe. Good luck with the project. All the best. Dave [/quote] Hey Dave, Thanks for having a look at the questions for me, Your answers will definitely help me with my project.

Awesome, im glad this topic has got people talking, il have to start searching google and youtube for these names, im sure i can learn loads of things for all of them. I definitely agree with phil from thin lizzy, i especially like his bass line to dancing in the moonlight.

Cool, Il admit there are some names on here i havnt heard before, so il type them in youtube and google later and have a good look, and hopefully il find some more music to get into, and more albums to buy!! My favorite bassist has to billy sheehan, not so much for his solo career but his career with MR Big, just for the awesome technique, especially when teaming up with paul gilbert, he also does a lot of bass work for steve vai. But then again, i do like free, there a great band, and deep purple are talented too. So many great bassist to look up, and loads more videos of them playing to learn things from, I Its Great! Billy Sheehan solo's; [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5omFFeLEXFE"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5omFFeLEXFE[/url] [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30YT0cG2EkE"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30YT0cG2EkE[/url]

[quote name='Jam' post='1132053' date='Feb 18 2011, 11:53 AM']Cool, thanks for the info dude, I'll have a look later [/quote] S'alrite mate no worries, if you wonna know anything else just let me know. infact i have made another post with a bit more info on the band do heres that too. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=83076&st=140&p=1131710&#entry1131710"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=...p;#entry1131710[/url] Cheers

My original inspiration was watching the video to Aeroplane by The Red Hot Chillis when i was a kid, Id never ever seen or heard a bass played that way before, that started my interest, but it was years later after knowing friends who were bassists and then a mate convincing me into buying one that i got started. Now im into Billy Sheehan of Mr Big, and all the virtuoso musicians, as well as bands like Offspring, Nickelback, Soil, all sorts really, even the odd classical piece.

Hi Guys, I thought it'd be pretty cool, Im always wanting to seek out and find the best of the best in terms of bassist, and i dont mean "the best on the planet" but simply the best at there particular style and technique. as I'm always wanting to improve and push the boundaries, as I'm sure we all do. I thought we could all help each other out by posting links to videos of our favorite bassist, or if some one wants to know about a certain style or technique and doesn't know were to look, post it here and with a bit of luck someone will come along and say, check this dude out. For all of us that just want to assimilate everything we can and incorporate it into our own styles, no matter if its something simple or uber technical. Plus just a general chit chat of who your favorite bassists are ad why. So to get the ball rolling, For hard rock fans, who love technique, i say check out Billy Sheehan and Mr Big, who have recently reformed with there original awesome line up, For funk, its gotta be victor wooten for me, but also stu Hamm is awesome, especially with his almost metal take on things sometimes. He did a few tracks with Joe Sat. I suppose these 3 bassist i like, because all 3 of them are awesome at teaming up or battling with an awesome guitarist. Jaco Pastorius for the jazz musicians out there, as well as Lez Claypool and Weather Report. If anyone wants to know of any techniques, ask me, and if i can help il send you some video links, I dont really know of any blues style bassist though, so if someone would like to point me in the rite direction as regards to that, please do. Cheers.

Hey there People, Im in a band named RockMelon. Were a punk rock band, but our set is varied with many elements of different genre's shining through. This is because across the 3 members, our influences vary dramatically, but we still get on and throw some music together. Im into loads of music, from nickelback to the red hot chillis, to soil, to virtuoso musicians like joe sat, steve vai and Mr Big. The lead singer and guitarist however are much more into the libertines and QUOTSA (queens of the stone age) and we are currently looking for a drummer. Were based in The Midlands Area. And the band has been going since 2006!!! The band consists of (currently) A guitarist, Me on something we call "lead bass" and the lead vocalist plays what we like to call "second bass" and as i said above we are looking for a drummer. The hole 2 bass thing came from me using loads of crazy effects and distortion wich left the music sounding bare so to compensate we added in the second bass to fill the void. Its not something we use all the time on every song, and its not a gimmick. Its just i like to sometimes almost play rhythm guitar on my bass or double up as another lead guitar almost, i have a 6 string bass in guitar tuning and light gauge strings which allows me to do this ya see. In short i suppose i just like to be different. Well back to the band ... Last year we recorded in london at The Animal Farm, and got some really good recordings, which are on our myspace. Im currently mastering them and were hoping to release them as singles in the coming year. Venues at which we have played include, The Leadmill, The Plug, West Street Live, Chesterfield Assembly Rooms and The Blast Festival. Heres the links to our stuff. www.myspace.com/theorckmelon www.rockmelon.co.uk [url="http://www.facebook.com/pages/RockMelon/49729491591?ref=ts"]http://www.facebook.com/pages/RockMelon/49729491591?ref=ts[/url] Please have a little look, and if you know a talented eager drummer, please pass our details on, Thanks for your time!!!