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[quote name='tom1946' timestamp='1352748653' post='1866993'] I was told that you need perfect pitch to own a banjo, so you can lob it into a skip without it touching the sides.... [/quote] I was expecting as much on a bass forum unfortunately i'm not enough in to banjos to justify to join an exclusive banjo forum so let me off

[quote name='flyfisher' timestamp='1352680771' post='1866174'] I think there's a lot in that 'famous for being famous' thing. Once that takes over, their fans will buy anything they put out simply because it's them doing it.. But isn't that just a 'youngster' thing? You know, the way everyone 'rebels' and 'does their own thing' by wearing denim jeans, or whatever the latest fashion happens to be? It's that peer-pressure/cult thing. Then, as people grow up and become more confident in themselves they become less concerned about peer approval and start to make their own choices, at which point a much bigger world of music (or whatever) opens up before them. [/quote] I don't think its that. I think its greedy producers giving easy to follow music to make money and other poor young people getting sucked into it, maybe also due to peer pressure yes. Even if I did know and appreciate a lot more old music in the younger years of school i certainly had a lot less friends for it . But i see what you mean about getting older, I'm meeting more and more people that understand what i'm saying when i say led zeppelin. Also people that hear the stuff i listen to and go 'wow i never knew some of this was so awesome' and some people that can't stand it. Well each to his own i say

[quote name='gjones' timestamp='1352673058' post='1866040'] Become a friend of 'Blueflint' on FACEBOOK, tell them how fantastic you think they are, then ask them to advise you on banjos. They'll tell you everything you ever wanted to know. Debs husband also plays banjo too. [url="https://www.facebook.com/Blueflint?fref=ts"]https://www.facebook...ueflint?fref=ts[/url] [/quote] the butter shall be applied...thickly

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1352677859' post='1866127'] ...bands like the human league, simple minds, level 42, the Police... [/quote] He's right TIM, they are top bands

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1352674373' post='1866068'] My son has an Ozark 2142G. Sounds brilliant but also very heavy. [/quote] wow that looks very nice! sadly about £100 out of my price bracket :/ do you think its worth it over cheaper alternatives?

Thanks for the replies guys glad to see much like for the banjo, such a fun instrument! (well at least i think it is from what i've seen )

[quote name='TimR' timestamp='1352675532' post='1866087'] I grew up in the 70s and 80s. The 80s in particular were notable for the complete sh*te that was being produced. The sh*te is now pretty much considered quality music. [/quote] I don't think all hope was lost by the 80s. There's a lot i like from that era but i definitely think it got worse from there on, with more good music sinking into the background. Particularly with the rise of god damn celebrity musicians. Even Micheal Jackson for example, although he made good music he was more famous for what he did rather than what he played. And now as a result of that we have people who are famous just for being famous. Celebrities definitely play a big part in what I think is wrong with this world

Ima relatively young person and most of my favorite music is 40 or so years old. Luckily my dad showed me alot. HOWEVER its not just a cult thing. There alot of good music out today but you just have to find it. Its just that what i see a good quality music was more prominent 40 years ago. Today its shrouded by rubbish. Even if you do hate (for example) Justin bieber or someone, there's so much hating that goes on that it makes him big in the public view even if it is because everyone hates him. It still shrouds good bands. Ignoring bad music has to be encouraged otherwise it will remain big forever. Justin bieber may have many dislikes on his youtube video but he has the most views of any video on the site. Hated, but youtube views make money so still big and producing. Anyway that's my view

Does anyone know a thing or two about banjos? I'm looking to spend £300-500 Looking for one with a resonator with metal tone ring, 5 strings and preferably some nice pearl fret-board inlays I have found this [url="http://www.gak.co.uk/en/epiphone-mb-250-banjo/30492"]http://www.gak.co.uk...250-banjo/30492[/url] and this [url="http://www.guitarcenter.com/Deering-The-Goodtime-2-Banjo-105632244-i1149582.gc"]http://www.guitarcen...244-i1149582.gc[/url] which is better? any other suggestions? Cheers Adam

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1352154416' post='1859556'] Thanks! I'd play it more if it wasn't so bloody heavy! If you want one your best bet is to keep an eye out on Ishibashi's U-Box, but be prepared for a long wait as Yamaha only made 50 of these. [/quote] wow only 50? you must feel awesome having one, makes me want it more. I have a RBX774, not as rare but i still love it *edit* btw what's the bass actually called? *end edit*

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1309189378' post='1284302'] [/quote] Wow! pretty amazing bass. I love the white yamaha pickups and the gold metalwork. Maybe one day.....

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/190403-fsft-swr-super-redhead-swr-big-ben-joe-meek-oneq/page__p__1857822__hl__swr__fromsearch__1#entry1857822"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/190403-fsft-swr-super-redhead-swr-big-ben-joe-meek-oneq/page__p__1857822__hl__swr__fromsearch__1#entry1857822[/url] Found this, I was hoping to spend only £400 tops, this is 500. Its quite old as well 1994. Not sure where he lives either. Haha, I have no idea what i'm doing

I like the sound of this 'SWR super redhead' any idea where i could get one?

[quote name='fender73' timestamp='1351986570' post='1857683'] Welcome dude. [/quote] Thanks man [quote name='Leen2112' timestamp='1351991103' post='1857715'] Welcome Man, Rock and metal all the way dude, Not sure how Sabbath would sound with some slap bass.......you should give it a go. Cheers Leen [/quote] Haha, I tend to keep them separate but i might give it a go someday

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/190721-trace-elliot-2103x-fs-2102x5/page__p__1854206__hl__210__fromsearch__1#entry1854206"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/190721-trace-elliot-2103x-fs-2102x5/page__p__1854206__hl__210__fromsearch__1#entry1854206[/url] you guys think this will be any good? or does it look past its best?