[quote name='spinynorman' post='250507' date='Jul 29 2008, 03:35 PM']Find something useful to do during songs where the bass doesn't come in till halfway through. For example, tidy out your gig bag, write out the set list for the next gig, clear out all those old receipts from your wallet, practice the riff for the next song.
If the guitarist forgets his lead, explain that bass leads are wired with extra low impedance and aren't suitable for use with guitars.
If the guitarist starts to play a song in the wrong key, never ever attempt to transpose the bass line in your head. If you get it wrong people will assume it's your fault. The correct procedure is to stop playing, wave your arms above your head and shout "What the f*ck are you doing" as loudly as possible.[/quote]