thebassist

Somebody is going to get an amazing, amazing that is Fodera quality for the price of a new Fender.

Hearing that record prompted me to quit the band I was in and get lessons. It had a profound effect on me. For me, there is electric bass pre-Jaco and electric bass post-Jaco.

And I love Bright Size Life with Pat Methany too. Mental to think Methany was only 21 at the time that was recorded.

I wonder how the Trace Elliot Elf and TC Electronic BAM200 compare - anyone used a BAM200?

https://www.tcelectronic.com/Categories/Tcelectronic/Bass/Head-Amplifiers/BAM200/p/P0DI5#googtrans(en|en)

Beautiful.

I'm very interested in this too.

Wow - what an amazing price!

3 hours ago, cetera said:

Classic timewaster has been PM-ing me.

My ad says "£400 firm" and NO trades.
He asks "Trades or £300?"
NO thanks. I reiterate "£400 firm".

He offers "£350 cash"
NO thanks. I reiterate "£400 firm"

He replies that he's "OK thanks"

WTF was the point of all that?!? Can people not read?! I'm all for making one CLOSE offer (we all do it) but after that? Really....?!?

I either don't respond to clowns like this or respond with childish things like "To you, £500."

I've had to do this myself and have previously used two Aguilar Tone Hammer pedals into the PA (I play in stereo) and it worked great.

Pardon me, what is FOH?

Playing at IKLECTIK, London in April this year. Great venue.

I leant out my amplifier twice.

The first time - the bassist put a bit of tape over the lights on the amp head and when they were pulled off took the paint off with it.

The second time - the bassist had it on 11 with the gain and drive turned all the way up - the amp was clipping the entire gig.

There won't be a third time.

Yes, I use Transferwise a lot - it's a real good resource.

£120

Literally used once - I bought this brand new in New York City last week purely to travel back home with a bass I collected there.

Pickup from Bournemouth is preferred but I will ship it if necessary for £15 via interparcel.com.

Key Features taken from the Gruv Gear website:

• Ergonomic side-carry approach is the ultimate in convenience.
• Low center of gravity makes your gear feel like half the weight.
• Strong 1680D nylon yet lightweight.
• StrapFlat™ long pocket saves space and helps extend the life of your guitar strap.
• Adjustable foam bars for a customized fit (optional on Acoustic Guitar model)
• Removable neck brace doubles as a headrest during string changes and other maintenance.
• Hybrid case design for world-class protection for your instrument.
• Top pocket stores up to 4 pedals and large side pocket fits up to a 15" laptop.

Tech Specs taken from the Gruv Gear website:

• Inner length: 49" / 124.4cm
• Inner width (bottom): 15.5" / 39.3cm
• Weight: 6.2 lbs / 2.8 Kgs
• Outer material: Waterproof 1680D nylon
• Inner material: Faux fur, durable 600D polyester scratch panels

https://gruvgear.com/products/gigblade-side-carry-hybrid-guitar-bag?variant=5707083939868

On 13/05/2019 at 22:31, Silvia Bluejay said:

Interesting. However, they clearly can't afford a copyeditor or a proofreader.

Quote

Kevin Sanders, formally reviewer of Bass Guitar Magazine 

HAHAHAHA!!!!!

Sorry.

Judging by this photograph, I reckon they've mistakenly written "formally" rather than "formal" :D

Not affiliated but this would be totally killer!

Only $7000 and this is written so enticingly how does anyone resist?

"The day of the recording session will be chosen by the Rocco camp: All travel, lodging, food, tax and any other expenses are the sole responsibility of the receiver of the invitation.  Rocco is excited to welcome you as an honored guest however, recording of any kind is strictly forbidden: Any attempt to do so will result in termination of this invitation. Rocco, nor any of his team will be responsible for any expenses lost.  By accepting the invitation, you agree to the terms."

£600 - total bargain for this head.

1 hour ago, ambient said:

Like I said in a later posting, five of the number being advertised are by two sellers.

Not all music, or all players require the use of a six string instrument; I think most players would actually get away with a three string bass and just four frets. I think Tony Levin had a three string Stingray built for him?

I mostly play solo, and I tend to use a lot of chords, so for me the high C string is really a necessity, as is having 24 frets. It all depends on what you do. I remember one of tutors at uni kept asking if I wanted him to remove one of my strings. He was d**k though, his thing was playing like Victor Wooten, totally different to my thing.

...I wonder if I'd be able to guess who that tutor is...

1 minute ago, Cato said:

Playing a six requires really good technique.

I play fours with my thumb over the top edge of neck and I use that thumb to mute the lower 2 strings when required.

You can't really get away with that on a five, let alone a six. Because of the width of the neck it really needs the classical thumb-on-the-centre-of-back-of-neck fretting hand position. Muting strings to stop sympathetic resonance is more difficult.

It won't stop me getting one at some point, but I know it's going to be a bit of a challenge.

I went from a 4-string to a 6-string after a lot of research, back and forth, worry about the additional strings, etc., etc. and many conversations with @ambient.

This was 2015/16 and now I'm down to just one bass - a 6-string. Ultimately it's been fine. You just adapt and get used to it.

Never say never but I can't see myself moving away from a 6-string now.

The Serek basses get incredible feedback don't they.

And I've fancied an Elrick for quite sometime myself too.

Which do you prefer so far?

On 19/05/2019 at 12:16, jezzaboy said:

There is a guy round my way that every time I put a bass up for sale on Gumtree he will give you a lowball offer. If you are asking £300 he will say something like "I know you are looking for £300 but I have £150 and can come over and collect the bass today." 

After 2 or 3 of these offers, I sent him back a mail congratulating him on giving a stupid offer on every bass I have put up for sale. Haven`t heard back from him since.

When people like this contact me, I respond with something like "To you, £400." - I acknowledge it's childish but it makes me feel a little bit better that I've at least been able to waste some of their time.

In return for a 2014 custom Fodera 6 Elite 6-string I had, some clown here offered me the pick of 3 basses from a selection of 4 he had - 2 US Standard Precision basses, 1 US Standard Jazz and a G&L L-2000.

I think a lot of chancers think you're super desperate to sell/trade or they think you're actually really dumb.

Played at Servant Jazz Quarters in London last night with the wonderful talents of @Steve Lawson and Tom Herbert. It was a really great evening of goodwill with fantastic music spent with the nicest people at a fantastic venue.

On 01/04/2019 at 17:23, Basinski said:

This will be a brilliant night.

I think so too. Thanks a lot.

On ‎08‎/‎04‎/‎2019 at 15:25, Master blaster said:

The tech dealt with the distributor. It was just an instant “you gotta replace the board”. Its such a waste.

I have the tone hammer pedal, which is lucky as I’m now having to rely on it with IEMs. I like the suggestion of a clean power amp. I think it’s that or something that’s not class D. It’s disappinting, I had a GK 700rbII for 8 years before this. Gigging just as much as I do now, and used a lot more for home practice. It was cheaper then the th500. But it never went wrong. Thanks for suggesting the ashdown. I very rarely drive the amp with gain and distortion. Will be interesting to try one. 

Yes, Barnes & Mullins - I've dealt with them myself and they're a waste of space frankly.

16 hours ago, Greg Fane said:

Do they have covers?

No. And I only have one left now FYI.