BassTractor

Most of the drummers I've known, have been a drummer 24/7 - bashing on something or other most of the day. The practising happened in their heads and on their trousers and on the sides and armrests of the comfy chair. No problem. best, bert

Love it. Thanks big time. In fact, the cheering up the last 24 hours has been some of the best cheering up yet. That, or I couldn't sleep and read even more on BC than normally. Anyway, thanko mucho everybody. Twas needed. best, bert

[quote name='robholloway' timestamp='1350473672' post='1839273'] I have a slightly obscure gear related question, not sure if this is the right place for it but nonetheless...[/quote] Well, without trying to sound sarcastic, you did state it's a gear related question, so ... best, bert

Good plan. Have a free bump.

[quote name='Evil Undead' timestamp='1350324546' post='1837355'] do you happen to have a version I can save to my hard drive for future reference?[/quote] That version [b]can[/b] be saved. If you have trouble saving it, you could try another computer or another pdf reader. best, bert

Nice one! Let us know later tonight how things went. Enjoy! b, b

Maiden the Toilet? Just trying to help!

[quote name='swanbrook' timestamp='1350293491' post='1836786'] it's a corp/ wedding band.[/quote] Must say I really enjoyed that. I'd play in a cover band like that given half a chance. Also, it did make me think of "corporal and wedding" indeed! best, bert

Phase 1: Collect plectrums Phase 2: Phase 3: Profit

[quote name='dincz' timestamp='1350216762' post='1835818'] Not bad at all, although I did find myself swinging brown sugar after listening. [/quote] Did you hear the song again after that? And? best, bert

Hey Al, Welcome to the surface. Not that I understand how you dare, but who knows, you may just need a ninth bass. Know what? You [b]do[/b] need a ninth bass! Keep on enjoying, and don't be a stranger. BTW, your link gave an error message about server not being found. best, bert

[quote name='Huge Hands' timestamp='1349967169' post='1832863'] I didn't put up a build/customise thread as I read so many on here done by some very clever and talented people, and then I look at some of the shoddy DIY I've tried in my house over the years. It is not good![/quote] On the contrary, my friend. I feel sure it would be inspiring to many. Superjobs so easily discourage others. [quote name='endorka' timestamp='1349974300' post='1833014'] Thank you Bert, you are correct, it is SJB-3 pickups that I used.[/quote] Wasn't correct. Just didn't understand anything, but you understood that. best, bert

Hey Paul, Welcome to BC. You may already have found out this site is huge, and contains enormous loads of info. Stay around, search, ask, and join the banter. Enjoy! best, bert

PM'ed. You'll find I'm at least as flaky and unreliable as him. Looking forward to meeting you tomorrow, october 11! best, bert

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1349989569' post='1833345'] We've had donations ranging from 10p to £40[/quote] [b]WHAT?[/b] You put £960 in your own pocket? I [b]knew[/b] I shouldn't take the risk! If we all pull together, 21,000 or so donations of 10p each would make roughly 2,000 guineas - - quite an amount. Imagine what £1 each would do (I know about inactive accounts, but still). best, bert

Hi Yorkielowdown, Welcome to BC! Sorry, have no idea about your question, but maybe you're more lucky if you search the fora for them (upper right on the forum pages). The Rockinbetter has been mentioned lately, and I seem to remember people weren't that impressed. Enjoy your stay! best, bert

Hey Chivalry, Welcome to BC! Me, I got hooked maybe 40 years ago, but only bought my first bass last year. Love it, and am selling all my keyboards. Let your fun continue, both on bass and on BC! best, bert

Hi Rob, Welcome to BC! You'll fit right in. All the signs are there. It's a great place to learn too: with the help from people here, I can now play just about every song ever written for the open E, and will soon advance to ... er ... something else. Enjoy! Oh, and you know there are no stupid questions, right? Only stupid people asking questions on here at any rate. best, bert

One thing I didn't get was that the SPB-3 pups looked like a set of SJ5-3s. Does this mean the SPB-3s come in different forms? best, bert

Thanks for the link! Twas a nice read, and I loved the sound of the bass. best, bert

[quote name='Dom in Somerset' timestamp='1349945056' post='1832452'] I did change the white scratch plate for a grey tort one, the tone , response, intonation, sustain, output, coolness were all much improved. [/quote] [b]Bollocks![/b] You [b]must[/b]'ve known you wouldn't get away with this. Only red or burgundy tort will do that. best, bert

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My last band: bass, drums, singer, keyboards (no gtr, mind) I fondly remember: Mother's Finest: Baby Love Sting: Set Them Free best, bert

Enter Norwegian bassist Maya Vik: [attachment=120626:Maya Vik m bass 978x550.jpg] or is it better without the bass? [attachment=120627:Maya_Vik_84726216x9.jpg] best, bert