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    Your favourite bass YouTubers ..

    in General Discussion

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    I think it's important to recognise the distinction between different content creators. Some play so you can watch; others play so you can watch and learn. Some show and review gear and others primarily talk about gear.

    Then there are the teachers - music teachers, bass teachers, and those that do both. 

    The rarest breed are the teachers who are great players/players who are great teachers; I'm not talking, in the immortal words of Flea, 'all flash and no smash', but the rounded players who also have a gift for teaching.

    The two that I really admire are Richie Blake and Dan Hawkins.

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    Origin Effects Cali76 CB V2

    in Effects

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    IME comps are almost as subjective as drives; people hear, 'feel' and prefer different aspects of the what they do to our signals, if we really 'hear' it at all(!). In this respect, they're more subtle than many other effects, like octavers for example, which are either analog/digital, up/down, track well/don't. Perhaps this is why the Emperor's New Clothes syndrome affects comps and drives so often, dividing opinion and ultimately having us move them around like hot cakes? Studio work is a different kettle of fish but then engineers' bewildering array of rack units - that I can't begin to understand - have always done those jobs for me. 

    I've been caught in the buying and selling cycle many times and sure enough, the new 'high-end' (invariably pricey) comp fails to excite and is first on the chopping block when the next sparkly box drops. That said, I have a visceral desire for the new Cali in blue 🤣

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    NBD - rare find - Warwick Dolphin Pro I

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    Well, I thoroughly enjoyed reading that - thanks for taking the time to share. I've lusted after one of these unconventional beasts for a long time. I've owned Warwicks and we've never really hit it off but the design of the Dolphin is just mesmerising. The inlays are the icing on the cake. I'm a zoologist by day and have a sperm whale inlay at the 12th on my Shuker.

    Continue to treasure and enjoy this beauty!

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    Pedals Galore

    in Effects For Sale

    Posted · Edited by tobiewharton

    I have the following pedals for sale. I'm out of the UK until Saturday 11th so photos to follow. However, all are in mint condition with original box, unless otherwise stated. All pedals have quality dual-lock/velcro on base. 

     

    Feel free to reserve/ask any questions by PM.

     

    Prices are firm (by PayPal F&F or BACS please) and include standard postage - knock off a fiver if you want to collect (I'm in Swinton, Manchester).

     

    No trades thanks, unless you're moving on a Trickfish VCA comp or an Earthquaker Blumes.

     

    Many thanks, 

     

    Tobie

     

    Cali 76 CB comp - £200

     

    Keeley Bassist comp - £120

     

    Mesa Subway preamp/DI - £230


    Walrus Badwater preamp/DI - £200


    Two Notes Revolt tube preamp/DI - £220


    TC Electronic Plethora X3 - £220 (rubber feet removed but included) *SOLD*


    MXR M82 envelope filter - £100


    Valeton OC10 octaver - £55 (good condition)


    Boss SY1 synth - £120


    Walrus Jupiter V2 fuzz - £100 (no box)


    Crazy Tubes Locomotive tube drive - £175


    Way Huge Pork and Pickle od and fuzz - £130 (good condition, non-original Way Huge box)


    Fulltone Fat Boost FB-3 - £80 (good condition, no box)


    Harley Benton Spaceship 50C pedalboard and gigbag - £25


     

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    Origin Effects Cali76 TX Limited edition Maroon £950 - *WITHDRAWN*

    in Effects For Sale

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    55 minutes ago, ordep said:

    Here is something I never thought I will do, but offered something I was after for a long time so needs must. Will retract if the other deal falls through. 

     

    in good condition, scratches and marks from use. original owner made the pen marks, and to be honest I didnt try to remove it as it is where I tend to set the knobs anyway. I dont have the original box but will pack securely.

     

    £950 located on Aylesbury. Can post. 

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    This is a beautiful board! Very satisfying indeed. 

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    5 string recommendations for Gospel/Church band

    in Bass Guitars

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    16 hours ago, itu said:

    You have a P with 34" scale and 19 mm string spacing. You say you want a 35" scale and probably get something with 17 mm string spacing?

     

    A small bodied 5 string, well your equation is not the easiest with your current budget.

     

    Similar ergonomics here would help you with the change. Do trials based on the ergonomics rather than pickups, or eq.

    Good advice. 

     

    In electric bass terms, 4-string P to 5-string modern super-long scale is a bit of a jump. The transition can be helped by opting for tighter string spacing. Equally, don't dismiss shorter scale lengths - in my experience, a consistent or 'tight' B string is not limited to 35" or above. A brass nut or zero fret will help with consistent clarity too. Most extended range basses will have shallower necks anyway and asymmetrical neck carves are also common. Expect at least 45mm at the nut. As a result of this, ergonomics are very different and really necessitate certain techniques (no thumb wrapped around the fretboard unless you have enormous hands!).

     

    Sound-wise, you can't go wrong with soapbars and MMs will be fine too. Modern voiced single coils if you want less welly. Be wary of option paralysis with complex onboard preamps; a simple 2-band eq (even boost only) is plenty as the kinds of pickups in these basses are naturally 'scooped' in the mids. This is generally great in a gospel context where there is much more sonic space for bass guitar; relative lack of chord-heavy and distorted guitar parts really help with this. 

     

    Modern, clean amps are the way to go with this; think Class D and 10s or 12s. A lot of prominent American players use GK.

     

    The role of bass in contemporary gospel means a good grasp of music theory is a big advantage and ear-training is a necessity. Band MDs (often keys players) will call changes; songs are often started by vocalists in their chosen key; music starts and stops at different times, often with very short notice; spontaneous key changes are common. The Nashville Numbers System will be your best friend! 

     

    A final thought - listen to lots of music!

     

    Some artists:

    Fred Hammond

    William McDowell

    Tamela Mann

    Yolanda Adams

    Donnie McClurkin

    Marvin Sapp

    Kurt Carr

    Tye Tribbett

    Mary Mary

    Israel Houghton

    Kirk Franklin

    Darwin Hobbs

    Donald Lawrence 

    Hezekiah Walker

    Anthony Evans

     

    Some bass players:

    Justin Raines

    Andrew Gouche

    Sharay Reed

    Fred Hammond

     

    Lots of great online content too.

     

    I hope some of this helps and enjoy the journey!

     

    Tobie

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