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Does it matter?

I have frequent dreams of being at a gig and misplacing some piece of gear, an amp or a lead, just before we’re due to start. Or I just can’t get to the gig. Insecurity I suppose.

Subs in pubs?

Very nice!

Yes, watching it now. Hmm.

In practice, I have the mic closer to the table - about 10mm. This picks up a stronger signal with less susceptibility to feedback.

I’ve used a few in the past including two DPAs at various times but would agree with Bilbo re ATM 350. It’s not too expensive and performs well. Here’s an old pic of my home-built mounting.

Strings, all leads duplicated and Tecamp Puma under the passenger seat. And torch.

I play in west Reading every Tuesday but agree re town centre. Upcoming appointment at the hospital, practically in the middle of town. Not looking forward, especially as I don’t get paid:-)

A hard case takes up a lot of space in the car, and it adds to the overall carry weight. Good for flying and the band van but that’s all.

So did I!

A great day, thanks Nick, Colin and Sarah. Pete’s talk was pure gold, a lot of sense there!

None, the keyboardist does it with his left hand.

So, do you get modal jazz?

I haven’t rehearsed for well over fifteen years.

Well done, Marc, for getting it back on track.

I’ll come along with my Kolstein travel EUB, ex Clarky, ex Dave Swift. Plus a Genz Benz combo.

Great story! We all had to start somewhere and you’ve started well. Irrespective of what walking lines you play your biggest contribution will be the constant tempo you maintain to support the drummer, just slightly pushing the pulse. There’s a whole world out there to be explored and enjoyed. Have you got access to iReal Pro? That’ll give you all the chord sequences you’ll need.

Last night I played Freight Train. With Chas McDevitt!

The bass always wins.

Bass face plus!