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[quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345911914' post='1783073'] See, I can get a pair of tongs in through the f hole, but there's not enough space to manipulate the tongs to grasp the badger. I'm feeling very hopeful about the back scratcher. [/quote] How about going to an electronics shop and get one of these flexible arms that they use to dig up electronics components for example in build projects? They're much like the one I described earlier, with a press button on one side, but with two or three tiny claws on the other side instead of a beak. They're genious for many things, and can be bought in different lengths. That, or tie a female badger to an electric bass (important it's not a DB) and wait for him to come out of the DB to get to [i]"know"[/i] her. best, bert

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1345828649' post='1782197'] If it isn't working, then it isn't working, The worst bands are the ones that stick togther out of habit and comfort. If the band isn't moving forward in some small way, it is time for that band to cease...but then it is also a business to some so ...??? I think bands have a finite life but not many recognise this..or want to. [/quote] I'd agree with this, and also add that also businesses must move forward (and have a finite life). Seems to me as if the OP made the right decision at the right time. Good luck, John! best, bert

[quote name='bassace' timestamp='1345815019' post='1781917'] Actually this thread is worthless, full stop. I was glad when a dedicated double bass forum was set up within BC. It started off so well but has now degenerated to juvenile crap such as this.[/quote] The juvenile crap such as this is filling the other DB threads as well then? Somehow I doubt it. You think this thread is worthless. I think it has worth. Why are you right? [quote name='bassace' timestamp='1345815019' post='1781917'] Is it possible that we can go back to some sensible DB conversation where we can all learn from each other, experts and newbies alike and improve our DB skills?[/quote] Just contribute to that, like many others do, despite what you write and suggest. This your outpouring of bile can't be helping very much though. [quote name='bassace' timestamp='1345815019' post='1781917'] Is it a coincidence that several experienced posters who offered valuable advice don't seem to be around much these days?[/quote] My guess: they thought things got too stuffy and they missed the juvenile crap, but then I've been known to be wrong about stuff. best, bert

In Holland and here, it's quite customary to have little ads on music shop windows, and many music shops also have lists of teachers and/or cards, as the shops get a lot of questions about teachers. You could also work as the shop's own teacher. best, bert

[quote name='BottomE' timestamp='1345829496' post='1782220'] If you loose the groove its time to move.[/quote] Of course you meant: "If you loose the groove it's time to moove" </pedantry> (yes, I know) best, bert

Great stuff. Thanks for sharing! best, bert

[quote name='gub' timestamp='1345739816' post='1781141'] I read this as sucking your students! I really need to put my specs on before I come on here ! [/quote] Illogical. With specs, you wouldn't come anymore, now would you? best, bert

[quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345721509' post='1780825'] What is to stop the second badger joining the first badger inside my bass? [/quote] I see a new thread coming up: one about [b]two[/b] doors. best, bert

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1345659221' post='1780203'] Leave the damned badger alone, for Pete's sake..! You'll never get that 'tone' again if he comes out. [/quote] Ain't no tonebadger, this one. The bread crumbs are too soft. best, bert

[quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345640682' post='1779833'] No, I like where you're coming from - just need to develop the plan a bit more..... [/quote] Ah! Great. I suppose O-holes are out of the question, so that leaves sending in a stuffed porcupine on a leash. That or ye olde fishing hook on a line. That failing, you are aware there's these long flexible things on the market that have a pincher* on one end and a press button on the other? *) Pincher: my word for a little tool with a beak that you open by pressing the button. best, bert

Hi Dean, Welcome to BC! best, bert

[quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345556793' post='1778784'] They used to have doors?[/quote] Not really, but I have seen a few with them, both on old and new instruments. Not sure if they were meant to be a joke or practical. [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345556793' post='1778784'] I'm not sure how the tray/carving knife combo would work [/quote] Sorry. Was trying to joke again. Obviously failed. Again. [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345556793' post='1778784'] The sound engineer wasn't impressed - even after my jokes about 'wanting a bit more kazoo in the monitor'.[/quote] Yeah, people tend to be like that. Good job there's bassists on the planet as well. best, bert

¡Ola! (or something similar) Welcome to BC, Castagné. Hope you'll like the atmosphere, and decide to be a groovy (b)asset to the forum. best, bert

Send in a tray and a carving knife. You'll never get it out in one piece, and at any rate the bread crumbles tend to fall out anyway. Whatever happened to those small doors in the backs of double basses? Sigh. best, bert

[quote name='Bass-Thing' timestamp='1345473971' post='1777858'] Well thank you Bert. Errrrr YMMV means what exactly (sorry I'm old)? [/quote] Your MILF May Vanish (actually: Your Mileage May Vary) Not as old as I am, IMS (which stands for As Far As I Recall) best, bert

[quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1345383804' post='1776898'] [/quote] Nice 'n' all, but how does it do on my fretless? I mean, one can always look for a better singer, but buying a better fretless doesn't help! Desperately, bert

Hi Trev, Here's some more love then, now from a distance. Welcome to BC! I vote against the meet unless you guys get your asses to Southern Norway. Tough, I know, but it's just tough love. Beware though: the Duvel will set you back 8 to 10 guineas here. Enjoy the site! best, bert

[quote name='ras52' timestamp='1345397406' post='1777074'] I see what you did there [/quote]

[quote name='dincz' timestamp='1345371985' post='1776684'] Any ideas? [/quote] Of course! I exchanged the lightbulb in the VU meter on my Ashdown with an LED. Fixed! best, bert

Glenn, you'll be happy to learn that Norway's biggest record shop have "Let Us Pray" (sic!) available. http://www.platekompaniet.no/Musikk.aspx/CD/Electric_Wizard/Let_Us_Pray/?id=RISECD74 best, bert

[quote name='Bass-Thing' timestamp='1345384332' post='1776905'] Also even though it's a silly name[/quote] Well, I'd rather have a complete Badbitch than just a mere Badass. YMMV of course. best, bert

Hi Matt, Welcome to BC. There's quite some converts here. You might get lucky and become one as well! Enjoy! best, bert

Hoi Reinier, Welkom aan de oppervlakte! Mooi verhaal - leuk om te lezen. Je zult hier heel wat kunnen leren, en heel wat kwijt kunnen. Je zult al wel gezien hebben dat er hier veel kennis is en veel behulpzaamheid. (En nou maar hopen dat Google Translate zun werk goet gedaan hep! ) Groetjes, Bert

Hey Glenn, Welcome to BC. I hope you'll continue to enjoy its usefulness and helpfulness, and maybe you can share some wisdom too. best, bert

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1345127945' post='1773952'] @Bert... Please take the tablets; they're for your own good. You shouldn't go about waving that, either. You'll catch cold. Now get back into bed and wait for the nurse's visit. Yes, we'll take you for a walk around the park later, if you'll keep your pyjamas on this time... [/quote] You have no idea whatsoever. I [b]did[/b] take them, and wrote what I wrote [b]after[/b] the prescribed four hours of rest (incidentally on a bench in the ward garden - twas sunny that day) ... best, bert