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  1. wal4string
    I never had a problem with learning the notes infact the way they are is very logical and simple to learn an remember and never hap-hazard. It seems to me you can't see the wood from the trees. And I don't mean that in a condescending way. I will try and explain an easy way to learn. Start by learning the first 5 notes on the E string (bottom, thick string). 5 notes moving up the neck a fret at a time. Open E, next is F, next is F# (AKA Gb), next is G, next is G# (aka Ab), next is A, which is the exact same note as the open 3rd string on your bass. [b]Always remember that the notes E and F, and also B and C are only ever a semitone apart (AKA a fret).[/b] So logically, bearing in mind the last sentence. The next note moving up the neck is an A# (AKA Bb) if either on the six fret of the E string or the 1st fret of the A string. The next note up would be a B, on the seventh fret of the E string or the 2nd fret of the A string. The same note progression can be continued. [b]Always remember that the notes E and F, and also B and C are only ever a semitone apart (AKA a fret).[/b] [b]Also remember the difference between high and low., [/b]When it is in relation to notes, higher notes are closer to your plucking hand and the thinner the string the higher it is. Final tip to learning the notes on all strings. We have already named the first 5 notes on the E string. E to A. Learning octaves is easy. To play an octave above the bottom E string you have 3 options for the exact same note. Depending on what needs to be played musically before or after this note will depend which of the 3 notes you choose to play. The the options are 12th fret E string, 7th fret A string or the 2nd fret D string. That may seem confusing but I am sure in time it will be clear. It is when we start playing fretted octaves the learning begins. An octave above the note you play on the bottom two strings of your bass is exactly 2 frets and two strings higher. Play a fretted note on your 3rd fret ogf your bottom string (E), which is a G, then play a fretted note two strings higher and two frets higher.( an octave G), ((this is also the same note as your first string)) This is the same for all notes on the bottom two strings of your bass. Play a C, 3rd fret on your A string then play a note two strings and two frets higher, an octave C.. Just checked what I have typed, made it seem more confusing. It's a bit like trying to explain to a learner how to drive.
  2. wal4string
    [quote name='Bilbo' timestamp='1397118629' post='2420743'] Best way to learn where the notes are is to learn to read music. Then you HAVE to know where the notes are to actually PLAY the f*****s [/quote] Exactly. Well said that man.
  3. wal4string
    Just posted a transcription/video of Jack Bruce's bass line on uTube. No, not god awful TAB. But for folk who have bothered to learn to read music. [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpeXHFhUH-c&feature=em-upload_owner"]https://www.youtube....em-upload_owner[/url]
  4. wal4string
    Purchased Sean's MM Stingray 4. Transaction was quick and easy bass exactly as described. Top man don't hesitate to trade. Sean it was a pleasure to meet you.
  5. wal4string
    I find that slides are only effective if they are as long as possible and ideally on the same string that the slide ends on.i.e. a slide to an A on the E string 5th fret would be best begun an octave higher, the 17th fret on the E string.
  6. wal4string

    SOLD

    wal4string replied to KingPrawn's topic in Basses For Sale

    PM sent. Deal struck. Roll on Wednesday.
  7. wal4string
    Trade pending. Bass on hold.
  8. wal4string
    PM sent.
  9. wal4string
    [quote name='daveski' timestamp='1392230888' post='2366275'] I've got this. [/quote] Nice. PM sent
  10. wal4string
    Just finished transcribing this so I thought my fellow BCer's would like a gander. I have written it in the same key as the record. I have read that bassist Mark Stoermer detunes his bass down a semi-tone no sign of a de-tuner on any live footage I have seen so most likely true. So, unless you use a 5 string I have written the out of range notes up an octave, these are the double stops. If played on a 4 string play the top notes, if played on a 5 string play the bottom. The high section during the intro is best played at the 13th position from bar 5 to 11. Enjoy [attachment=154923:Somebody Told Me Bb.pdf] This is a pdf, so be sure to change the file extention from .ipb to .pdf
  11. wal4string
    PM's replied.
  12. wal4string
    [size=4][color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Looking to sell or trade my Kingbass MK1 32" scale with blue front and side LED's. A couple of very minor knocks on face but very minor and no effect on playing.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]I payed £2000 for bass and would be nice to get this back. Only gigged twice by me.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]As regards a trade only interested in a MM Stingray 4 string with Natural finish with cash my way.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Really need to a more portable amp and speaker so if you have something suitable could trade also.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Year 2002[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Neck: Graphite through neck with Bendwell[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Body: Rosewood / Walnut[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Circuit: Status 'King'-Board-300[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Pickups: Status Hyperactive[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Hardware: Gold[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Additional Features: 16.5mm bridge spacing & Front & Side Blue LEDs.[/font][/color].[color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Will be supplied with a Hiscox case but not the one in image.[/font][/color][/size][color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif] [/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif]Started gigging regularly with a classic rock covers band and unfortunately the Kingbass is kinda out of place.[/font][/color] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/Kingbass%20MKI/walnutKingbass1_zpse2997ad4.jpg.html"][/url][url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/Kingbass%20MKI/walnutKingbass4_zps1b7634d7.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/Kingbass%20MKI/post-6008-0-87195400-1365617893_zpsd840013d.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/Kingbass%20MKI/walnutKingbass2_zpsaf662c10.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/Kingbass%20MKI/post-6008-0-10935900-1365617938_zps9d5510c6.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/Kingbass%20MKI/walnutKingbass3_zps80b5c504.jpg.html"][/url]
  13. wal4string
    A very merry Xmas to all my readers.
  14. wal4string
    Just to clarify, when hen barn owned the S2, it was a 34" scale with black hardware. I had Rob replace the neck with the 32" scale neck plus bendwell, at the same time had the blue wrap around LED's fitted and the black hardware replaced with silver. I loved the bass before the refit but was desperate for LED's which meant a neck replacement, so, decided to have the extra work done. Bass is now better than ever. All the work cost me more than I paid for the bass but worth every penny.
  15. wal4string
    Still Looking for a trade. Also have a V string S2 Classic with 32" neck bendwell and wrap around blue Led's would also consider a trade for the Retroglide.
  16. wal4string
    If I recall John Deacon was a licker.
  17. wal4string
    Still looking folks.
  18. wal4string
    Unfortunately, no longer have transport, so amp will need collecting or courier.
  19. wal4string
    A bit lonely, but still waiting for a good home.
  20. wal4string
    Really Interested, have completed several similar contracts.
  21. wal4string
    Hi Andy, Thank you for the heads up. I was looking to join a Guest Ent Band, so I wouldn't have to put up with all the nonsense that a crew member has.
  22. wal4string
    Experienced PRO bass player (good reader) seeks contract on cruise ship or abroad. Many similar contracts completed working with orchestras, guest ent bands and trios. Use to working with click track. Backing cabarets etc.
  23. wal4string
    This is a lovely looking bass and I can't believe it's here. Money must be tight. Have you tried posting over on Stat.com? Good luck with the sale.
  24. wal4string
    I don't believe it either.
  25. wal4string
    Looking to [b]TRADE ONLY [/b]Status Kingbass MKI. It's a beautiful instrument and a dream to play. However what I really have GAS for is a Retroglide, .[url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/post-6008-0-10935900-1365617938_zps937beadc.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/walnutKingbass2_zps4669e712.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/walnutKingbass4_zpse390ae6f.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1208.photobucket.com/user/wal4string/media/post-6008-0-87195400-1365617893_zpsf516a7d1.jpg.html"][/url]
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