lateralus462

Looks to me like a slightly funny shaped Jazz with a fugly ass headstock. Not my cup of tea at all.

It's not really one member, it's all of them, with the exception of the keyboard player who joined around the same time I did. It makes it kind of difficult, as they've been playing together for quite a long time, and we're kind of the new members.

[quote name='dlloyd' post='260945' date='Aug 12 2008, 04:04 PM']Seriously, don't compromise. If there are commitment issues now from one member, the same issues will still be there in six months. Move on.[/quote] I know this would probably the sensible thing to do, but I do want to hear what they have to say - I've not agreed to go back or anything, I've only agreed to let them buy me a beer (aren't I generous!!)

I've just had a barrage of emails from various different members of the band pleading with me not to quit. Have agreed to meet up with them for a beer to air my issues, but can't see that they'll all get resolved.

[quote name='s_u_y_*' post='260808' date='Aug 12 2008, 01:39 PM']Good decision. From my experience, it's better to work with a beginner who is ultra dedicated to someone talented who can't be arsed.[/quote] +1

[quote name='chris_b' post='260667' date='Aug 12 2008, 10:42 AM']Sorry to hear the news, but this really is the right decision. The rest of the band sound like a bunch of rank amateurs. Good luck in your search for better things.[/quote] Thanks Dude - they are talented amateurs though, it's a shame cos if they actually got off their butts and put a bit of effort in, I think it would actually be something pretty special. Can't see that happening though, hence the fact I've taken my services elsewhere.

[quote name='doctor_of_the_bass' post='260420' date='Aug 11 2008, 10:34 PM']Good for you! Well done m8[/quote] Thanks - it a bit of a relief to be honest, looking forward to finding the next project.

Only problem is now I have to find somwhere to keep my amp - got no bloody room at home

[quote name='Alastair' post='260390' date='Aug 11 2008, 10:01 PM']Never understood the lack of commitment thing. Id be raring to go for a band practice practically anytime! Too much fun to miss [/quote] I think that's half of the problem, they seemed to be treating it like a chore and din't seem to be enjoying themselves. It was almost like they were relieved every time rehearsal was cancelled cos they didn't have to go. I'd rather go somewhere I can have a laugh and actually get something done.

I decided to leave - we were meant to have a practice tonight even though the singer's ill (apparently), but the drummer didn't turn up. No message or anything. So that's it, I've quit and am going to start looking for something else.

[quote name='acidbass' post='260163' date='Aug 11 2008, 05:29 PM']Organise a weekly (or twice-weekly) practice session which suits all band members. That way, it will become part of everyone's routine, and no excuses will be accepted! To be honest though - if you feel that your fellow band members are cancelling due to a lack of commitment, there will be frustrating times ahead unless you have a serious conversation regarding the band's future. There are too many great bassists in this world stagnating in under-committed bands.[/quote] We already have bi-weekly practices set up around everyones schedule, so to be honest I think it's a combination of lack of commiment and apathy. It seems like they like the idea of being in the band , but it's all a little bit too much effort. It's a shame though, cos when everyone is on form it does sound f**cking amazing.

[quote name='chris_b' post='260159' date='Aug 11 2008, 05:23 PM']Concentrate their minds.... refuse to pay your share of the rehearsal money until this problem is sorted out.[/quote] That's an idea I like.

Problem is if I did try to get them all to sit down together for a chat you can guarantee one of the miserable b**stards would cancel!!

My band keep cancelling practices for what seem to be fairly weak reasons. (Like 6 out of 8 have been cancelled). I don't have any problem with the band as such, the music is awesome (IMO), and I get on well with them (ie none of them piss me off too much), but to be honest I am getting a bit pissed with paying for rehearsals that don't happen (we get charged 50 quid a month each regardless of whether we use the space or not). To top things off I had to cancel a gig I'd organised last week as some of the band didn't feel ready to gig the material we've got (maybe if you stopped cancelling rehearsals you'd feel a bit more confident in your ability to play the material!!!) which made me look like a complete w**nker, as the decision to cancel was made only a few days before the gig. I really don't know what to do - on one hand I like playing with the band, but on the other I kinda feel like saying bollox to it, going down to the studio and picking up my gear. What do you guys reckon?

I play an EDB700 - and for the price it's brilliant, super low action and sounds great (well sounded great until the pre amp blew up, now it's passive and just sounds good ) - and I think it looks great too. Still love it though, and its shortly to be fitted with a John East pre, which should make it even better than it was before

The reviews of these basses on harmony central are f**cking hilarious [url="http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews/Electric+Bass/brand/Tennessee"]http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews...brand/Tennessee[/url] Seriously badly made from the sounds of it - I feel sorry for anyone who has bought one of these.

Problem solved - just agreed to buy a John East U-Retro 5 knob deluxe. should do nicely.

[quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='259754' date='Aug 11 2008, 10:30 AM']You 'twiddle' while playing? I always set up my preferred sound before playing & leave it that way.[/quote] Just the mids usually, I like different eq settings for fingerstyle and slap.

[quote name='PauBass' post='259741' date='Aug 11 2008, 10:09 AM']+1 for the Sadowsky outboard. I'm using it with my Jazz bass and it's great, amazing full and rich sound. No need to do any wiring and you've got a DI box too .[/quote] Doesn't seem to have any adjustment for the mids though, and to be honest I'd rather have something on board as it's easier to adjust while playing.

Danny Carey is my favorite drummer ever, closely followed by Jimmy Chamberlain.

No worries.