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[quote name='paul h' timestamp='1467882860' post='3086902'] That's how I started out. I put on an Iron Maiden record and then moved my fingers around the fretboard until I found the notes that sounded correct. Really, isn't that just how everyone used to get started? Now I just go to Youtube and let someone teach me Whatever technique or methods you use, the only way to improve is to put in the time and effort. Eventually your ears get more used to spotting intervals and it does become easier. Also a grasp of very basic theory helps of course. [/quote] I came at bass playing backwards I guess, so I do find some peoples ways of doing things odd, so you'll have to excuse me. I started on violin and learned to read etc. Then switched to classical guitar and again sight-read stuff, and learned what the notes were on the fretboard. When I switched to playing bass, I assumed that the only way to play was the way I'd had with the other instruments. I expected to join a band and be given music to play. It never really occurred to me that you could play any other way. It was actually a bit of a eureka moment when a guy in a music shop that specialised in books, told me that most players just use the chords to make thier own lines. I'd gone in looking for books with printed lines in, having previously seen books full of piano and guitar chords, I just assumed there would be a bass version.

I had a USA Marcus Miller 5. It wasn't exactly brilliant, considering it's rather large price tag. It's finish was rather average. The neck pocket was too big, and cut at a funny angle. You could fit a coin into the gap around the neck. It had string through body option, and had little cups on the rear that the strings passed through. These weren't fixed in, and fell out if you didn't string through them.

[quote name='AndrewJordan' timestamp='1467822744' post='3086551'] But yeh, just listen to it (using the best tools you have available) and then move your fingers around untill it sounds right [/quote] Seriously ? Sounds a bit hit and miss, and quite time consuming to me,

[quote name='thebassist' timestamp='1467066997' post='3081021'] Get a six. �� [/quote] This ^ Makes much more sense 😊. When I switched from 4 to 5, I just mentally prepared myself, ie I mentally learned the new notes, which isn't hard, there's only 5 including the open B. I then visualised myself playing familiar lines, scales and apeggios on the bass before I bought it. I got it and gigged it the following day.

It's a skill you'll develop over time. However learning to play properly rather than just leaning the notes for a song is something you should aim for.

What harmony and fretboard knowledge do you have ? Knowing the notes on the fretboard, and a basic knowledge of harmony helps loads. If you know the chords to the song, then most bass lines are constructed out of the notes making those chords, or from the parent scale. The first note of a bass line is often the root note. If you don't have much knowledge of this, then it's maybe an idea to start to improve it,which will help no end in working out bass lines.

I wonder if they actually read the replies ? I'm selling an M-Audio keyboard on Gumtree, I had yet another email this morning, Basically the same as before, is it still available. I replied yes it is, they replied great then I will take it, however I can't come personally because I'm deaf and in a wheelchair.....etc. I replied no problem, I want it to go to a good home, someone who'll look after it. You will make sure to feed it twice a day, and take it for a good long walk at least once a day won't you ? Their reply, yes no problem, please let me know the collection address and PayPal details 😊.

Don't agree with number 1. It may apply if your aim is to play in a chart band, or metal band. For most pro musicians who are out gigging, teaching etc, the opposite applies, just being able to slot into whatever gig they're offered.

I've got 2 sales ads on gumtree ad the moment. I had similar emails within hours of placing each advert. This was despite stating cash on collection only.

[quote name='JuliusGroove' timestamp='1467425136' post='3083637'] I do have that actually, I struggle with books sometimes. Always feels like a cold way to learn.. Needs must I suppose! [/quote] Have a look in gumtree or elsewhere. See if there's someone near you teaches H and T. It'd something I teach, but I'm in Birmingham,

[quote name='JuliusGroove' timestamp='1467412974' post='3083607'] Well then I'm follow up, how do I get my harmony chops together! [/quote] If books are your thing, then this is good [url="http://www.shermusic.com/1883217040.php"]http://www.shermusic.com/1883217040.php[/url]

My worry would be do I get the same one back ?

Never let someone pay using PayPal and then collect it. You're leaving yourself open to be ripped off. PayPal need a track able means of shipping.

I got this text a while back from a drummer in a jazz band that I dep for. [attachment=222560:12651023_466263476915252_8043306969545913635_n.jpg] I've been told a few times by people that they know I can play pretty much anything, as long as I have a chart/score in front of me. Bare in mind that I prefer to do reading gigs, cos I'm too lazy to learn stuff, that's pretty good I guess.

I've done some shows at Birmingham Rep. I just went straight into a DI box. For my one experimental project I just go into my MacBook via an Apogee One, the line out from the Apogee goes straight to the PA.

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1467278972' post='3082425'] No doubt a great piece of history but I think it's one of the fugliest basses I've ever seen! [/quote] I was worried I was alone 😄

It;s good practice to transcribe other instruments, not just bass. Something I did a couple of years ago was transcribe piano parts. That really helps with hearing intervals. Bill Evans and Robert Glasper etc, it's a bit frustrating to start with, but very rewarding. At uni we had to do drum parts too.

Why do you need to be so loud in a rehearsal ?

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