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Pretty much a bunch of older blokes with acoustic guitars and a flautist. So it was a pretty interesting sound scape although some of the lyrical themes are a bit dark (not too many bands out there doing songs about ageing and cognitive decline). I had a good time, plus I only needed to take minimal gear (one bass and a small combo), practice venue only 20mins form home. Musically it was interesting as they were very much into juxtaposing bright and dark tonalities. So I have a bunch of tunes to learn for next week and was very much encourage to bring along my own ideas as well. all in all it feels like a result to me.

Success !

Audition with a band for the first time in several decades tonight 8pm so fingers crossed.🤞

Thanks All, I have picked up one of these locally, it does indeed sound very P like and is comfortable to play, mine is less pristine that the one in the photo but plenty good enough for me.

Thank folks, that is what I needed to know. Lots of options @ bassassin What is the lovely woody one in your RHS photo ?

It's the body shape that I find uncomfortable, the split pick up is totally fine. 'possible can of worms alert' Does the split pickup configuration (normal vs reversed) have any meaningful effect on the tone?

I love the tone of the P-bass but Im not a great fan of the P-bass aesthetic. What is the collective opinion of the closest sounding non P-bass alternative, preferably something that can be picked up second hand without breaking the bank ?

Thanks folks, I went with I reel pro and first impression is it is pretty good. Cheers Pete

I am looking for a practice tool for playing through chord sheets. I reel pro looks like a pretty good option but I would be keen to hear if anyone has any other suggestions. Cheers Pete

Link here to an old Gary Willis video where he discusses this at ca. 7 mins in (but the whole thing is worth watching).