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  1. Linus27
    Finally took a trip to Bass Direct to trade in my EBS Classic 60 combo and pick up a MarkBass MiniMark 802 combo. Walked in and wow, walls and walls of amazing basses. It was like an Aladdin's cave I was greeted by a very helpful young guy (Markus??) who setup the 802 combo for me and offered to get me any bass I wanted. At the same time he was serving a guy from Manchester who was playing through a Sandberg California fretless and Roscoe fretless which both sounded amazing. We got chatting and I ended up playing them both as well. Not so keen on the Roscoe but the Sandberg was lovely. I have never played a Sandberg before but it was very nice indeed. The guy then went on to try a Roscoe Century 6 stringer which I think he ended up buying I got to try a Kala UBass which I really didn't like. I own a Kala Sub bass which is incredible but the UBass felt cheap and did not sound too good. I also tried a classic Stingray and a Spector Euro 4. The Stingray was very heavy and didn't seem any different to a normal Stingray but the Spector sounded awesome. Really fell in love with it and the tone was to die for. Really had to hold back on taking the plunge Anyway, the MarkBass sounded amazing and really impressed with the tone considering it only has a volume, VLE and VPF. All my basses (Stingray, Fender 66 Jazz, ESP fretless, Warwick Streamer fretless, Fender Telebass and Kala Sub) sound amazing through it. I'm half tempted to trade in my EBS Reidmar and Classic 112 and get a MarkBass Little Mark and New York cab. Many thanks to Mark and Markus as Bass Direct. Extreme helpful and such a wonderful shop. I think I will be making the trip up from Surrey again. [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/image.jpg1_zpsg1p0vvxz.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/image.jpg1_zpsg1p0vvxz.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
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    [quote name='Funky Dunky' timestamp='1439769486' post='2845671'] Waterfront has a very nice bass tone, I must say. It gets the spotlight at the start of the song, too. [/quote] The main bass line that goes through the whole song is a sequencer although Derek did play it on early version of the song. The bass parts now are the little runs that play over the sequenced bass line.
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    [quote name='Platypus' timestamp='1388960508' post='2328256'] Linus27 did an interview with Derek Forbes for Basschat, a few years back: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/94210-basschat-derek-forbes-interview/ [/quote] Thank you, I was going to search for the link to my interview to post here
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    I have one of these also and they are simply amazing. Super rare and sounds incredible. I will never sell mine. Good luck with your sale.
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    Sold my Streamer LX to Mark. Totally smooth transaction with great communication all the way and quick payment. Total hassle free and pleasure to deal with as well as a great guy so buy/sell with confidence. Thanks again Mark.
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    Really enjoyed that. Brought back so many good memories of going on tour, especially as Inwas the one who owned the tour van and did most of the driving
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    Price or Trade Value: £900 I am selling my German made November 2011 Warwick Streamer LX4. I bought it brand new and is in mint condition. It has never left the house, been gigged or generally played that much so is in immaculate condition. Details are as follows, Model: Warwick Streamer LX 4 String Pickups: MEC act. P/J Finish: Natural Oil Fingerboard: Fretted Wenge Hardware: Chrome Electronics: MEC act. 2-way Body Wood: Coloured Flamed Maple AAA Neck Wood: Ovangkol Bridge Type: Warwick 2-piece Bridge Machine Heads: Warwick Bass Machine Heads The bass comes complete with Warwick padded gig bag, also in mint condition, user manual which contains tools, manual, wax, polishing cloth, strap, strap locks etc. As I say, this bass is in mint condition and sounds fantastic. It has a lovely thin neck and only weights 3.9kg I am in no rush to sell as I am just slimming down some of my collection. I would prefer a sale but would be interested in a trade for a Fender Tony Franklin Fretless Precision. I am in Surrey but happy to post or collection if preferred. [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/P1020850_zps84c9ed0c.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/P1020850_zps84c9ed0c.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/SDC11054_zpsu11kqsdd.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/SDC11054_zpsu11kqsdd.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/SDC11051_zpsplc1otiv.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/SDC11051_zpsplc1otiv.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/SDC11045_zps2jv0lzil.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/SDC11045_zps2jv0lzil.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/SDC11046_zpsc8y8hfrg.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/SDC11046_zpsc8y8hfrg.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/SDC11047_zpsnrlgsnlq.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/SDC11047_zpsnrlgsnlq.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
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    Really enjoyed that and just an amazing tone. Sade has the most seductive eyes ever.
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    [quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1429645606' post='2753665'] I think my muscle memory would be ok - I'm even more sold on the idea now [/quote] Do it then. I put it off for too long and regretted not doing it sooner. You could start cheap and buy a Squire Vintage Modified Fretless Jazz and then flog it for something better if you find it is for you.
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    I adore playing fretless. I would say go for it. As already said, you will either take to it or find its not for you. For me it's boils down to two things, your technique and your ear. If your technique/muscle memory is very good and you can place you fretting hand pretty much spot on every time, then that's half the battle. If you have a very good ear, then you will then be able to make the minor adjustments to improve which in turn will improve your muscle memory. When I first started playing bass, I got a fretless and I could not play for toffee. Everything was out of tune and all over the shop. Twenty years of playing later, tried again and it was no different than playing a fretted. Ended up just playing fretless all the time. Twenty years of technique and muscle memory paid off. I will also add that being comfortable with a neck makes a difference. My Warwick it so easy to play and I can hit the notes right first time. My ESP Jazz is nearly the same. However, a had a fretless stingray and it was a real slog to hit the notes on the first fret perfectly. This in turn would mean my hand would be in the wrong position for other notes. I was always having to adjust to be in tune. These are my current two fretless basses. A Warwick Streamer Jazzman and an ESP 400 Series Jazz. I am still on the hunt for my dream fretless so the Warwick might be for sale at some point. I do love it so I may just keep it and get another fretless [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/P1020242_zps2de013b2.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/P1020242_zps2de013b2.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/P1010508_zpsb6e7e5de.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/P1010508_zpsb6e7e5de.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
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    Thank you for all your advise and guidance. Really do appreciate it. I have bought the Kala Sub bass that was for sale on here so that's sorted. Keeping it fun is key at this stage so thanks for mentioning that. In my head it's lets do it properly which is wrong so I must avoid falling in to that trap. I'll see how it goes for 6 months of just having fun and noodling and if going well, then maybe I'll look into finding a suitable teacher who can start to add some structure and learning.
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    Hi, I'm just after some advice and guidance on the best approach to help my daughter learn to play bass. She is only 6 but is starting to show interest and from time to time asks to play one of my basses. The first thing I will do is to get her a Kala bass so she has something that will suit her size. I also have a really nice EBS Classic combo which she can have as well. My concern is the best approach for her to learn. I am self taught, started at 16 and just locked myself away in my bedroom for 2 years and then went out and joined a band. Not really ideal for my daughter. My son started drums at around 8 and did have lessons but to be fair, him and I clashed whenever I got involved, helping him practise and offering advice. As soon as I stepped away, he started to blossom and now at 12, has passed grade 2 drums and has now moved on to Violin and is working towards his grade 3, then 5 and then grade 8. His Violin teacher says he is amazing and he will eventually move to Viola. He also plays Piano and started composing. So, I would like to distance myself from my daughters learning and just be there for any questions, technical problems and support. The last thing I want to do is to start teaching her and getting into arguments and eventually putting her off. Hopefully in time, she would feel confident to play and chat, be it in 2 years, 5 years or 20 years time. If she went for lessons, I would also ask my wife to take her. It was bad enough taking my son to drum lessons in terms of chatting music and understanding everything he was being taught so going to bass lessons would be a nightmare for her The obvious option is get her a teacher but my concern is she will get bogged down with learning to read music at this stage, become bored and uninterested rather than just enjoying making a noise and learning the basics. Learning to read will be an eventual goal but is 6 just a bit young and should I just let her noodle in her bedroom for a few years and see where it leads? Just not sure what the next step would be as well keeping myself distanced so to not put her off.
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    I will have this. PM sent.
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    Still plenty of time to get a Warwick on your books
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    Do you mean on the outside of the hand sort of between the pointing finger first knuckle and the first thumb knuckle? If so then yes, on both hands but more pronounced on my fretting hand.
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    [quote name='thebassist' timestamp='1428963444' post='2746572'] Not that weird. I reckon Nick has owned every bass out there at some point [/quote] Hahaha you know we all thought that but we're too scared to say It's the truth though
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    Amazing basses but also a bit marmite. I adore mine but I do feel more comfortable playing a Precision or a Jazz. Will always own one as they are amazing.
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    Hey miles'tone, thanks, I do hope I find it. The history is a bit confusing. I sold it to richardd on here who says he then sold it to Jimelliotbassist. I contacted Jim a few years back and asked if he was selling it but it turned out the serial number was different so this is where the hunt has gone dead. What's weird is I just checked my messages again with Jim to double check what the serial number was and its the one Nick is selling as posted in this thread What's even more bizarre is the one I am looking for used to belong to Nick before me
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    Hey Nick, Been keeping an eye on your one as it is identical Ideally I am after my old one for sentimental reasons although the owner might not even want to sell it
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    Looking for my old Fender Precision that I sold on here a few years back. Just wondering if anyone here still has it. Its a 2008 USA Fender Precision is Olympic White, serial number Z8156183. I sold it with a black scratch plate as well as the original tort one. Here is a picture of the neck and serial number. [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/P1020282_zpsux4uw5dq.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/P1020282_zpsux4uw5dq.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Here is a picture of the bass. [URL=http://s85.photobucket.com/user/Linus27uk/media/Bass/Precision_zps2abc68cb.jpg.html][IMG]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k46/Linus27uk/Bass/Precision_zps2abc68cb.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Let me know if you have it.
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    Didn't enjoy watching that. I would at least slacken the strings to reduce some tension when the neck pops out of the pocket.
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    I have a Reidmar and a Classic 112 and love it to bits. I have tried many many setups and been in a position to have any setup I wanted but the EBS setup is the best I have had so far. Totally love it and plan to get a second Classic 112. As they say, all down to what you are after at the end of the day.
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    Used to be a pro but pretty much retired now after playing for 26 years or so. Just happy to noodle at home on my nice collection of basses. Lucky to grow up in a family where music was on all the time. My dad Listened to jazz so this is where my love of walking bass lines and swing comes from. My mum listened to stuff like The Carpenters and Barry Manilow so I guess that's the melody and my two older sister were massively into the 80's especially The Police, Duran Duran, Inxs etc. so that's my love of 80's bass lines sorted. So after seeing Live Aid on TV, I knew I wanted to be a bass player and spent two years locked in my bedroom learning to play. I then spent 10 years working my arse off and finally got a record deal. Did some TV, radio, adverts, couple of John Peel sessions plus touring and releasing an album/singles. Usual sort of stuff and a fair amount of success. When it ended, took a few years off, then joined a few bands, did a few albums, and the last thing I did a couple of years ago was record an album and support Paul Weller's on tour. Pretty burnt out now and after doing it for 26 years or so, just fancy doing something else with my life. I have loved every second of it, lived my dream and achieved more than most get to do so very happy. As for my playing, well, I'm certainly no virtuoso and if you ask me to noodle something off the top of my head then I would draw a blank. Always frustrating when trying a new bass out However, my ear is excellent and I craft bass lines from feel and hearing what the song is doing. I construct it bit by bit, constantly tweaking it. It's always too hard for me to play what I hear in my head so I need to keep working on it until I crack it. My main goal when first starting out was to play fretless and thankfully I achieved this, live and studio. I would also say I am technically dumb. Never been good with getting a nice tone or setting amps up or even understanding what the hell all the dials do. Just give me volume, bass and treble. Those EQ's and mid tone dials scare the crap out of me
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    [quote name='lou24d53' timestamp='1426686039' post='2720763'] When I started, I never for a moment thought I would still be playing now that I am in my 40's. Basically, I never actually bothered to LEARN the bass. I picked up and tinkered to the extent that I taught myself shapes and patterns. I taught myself to play via muscle memory, which is exactly the same method I use today. I probably should feel an element of shame in that comment, but I can assure you I certainly do not lose sleep. [/quote] I wouldn't feel too bad about this. Music is a language and a way to express yourself. How you do that should not be goverened by any set rules. I imagine you don't beat yourself up about how you speak, pronounce certain words and wish you had learn't to speak the queens English much better. I'm sure you drop the odd swear word and don't then think any shame. As with anything, the more you put in, the more you will get out. Sometimes in life, we just don't get the time to do the things we want. Either way, keep playing, keep listening, keep an open mind and the rest will follow.
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    [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1426113422' post='2714692'] Now be quiet and check out some real bass playing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A82RlqBOpB8 [/quote] Oh wow, now that is lovely tone.
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