dave_bass5

[quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1510226401' post='3404724'] I play with a pick, so that could be the reason then, and my smooth playing technique lol, I've heard comments on here about the sound certain players get and someone usually pops up with the opinion that it's heavily compressed, can't see it myself [/quote] I have the same feeling. I also play with a pick most of the time and yes, a compressor makes things sound good (when set up right), but to my ears its really just a volume boost with a bit of something else on top that gets lost when the band strike up. My latest comp is a Spectra comp, and i can definitely hear a difference in the different presets (tone prints), so as an effect i can see the point, but a lot of what i read says when a good comp is working its transparent so i dont understand why some people obsess about them unless they are used in a non transparent way, in which case get it. I also find the phrase 'kills all your dynamics' to be a bit of a generalisation and not true at all unless thats what you want.

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1510194009' post='3404601'] Why so..? Whilst agreeing that those talent and skills are, indeed, of a high standard, that's not always what is wanted in an evening's entertainment. For a concert, maybe (and even then...), but for enjoying a wedding 'do', either on the dance floor or as a spectator, it's not systematically the 'note perfect' rendition that fits the bill, at least not for many; maybe even more so for the non-musicians having a great time. Jealous..? Of what..? [/quote] Exactly. A band are usually there to entertain. Watching load of middle ages musicians staring at music sheets all night, with no real interaction between them makes for a very boring evening. Sometimes you are there to dance and not even look at the band, but i bet even in those situations a band having fun on stage will translate to a better evening for most people, That’s generalising of course, and of course its not always the case.

[quote name='TimR' timestamp='1510164942' post='3404431'] Quite. I just can’t stand that corporate stamped out function band. Usually made up of professional musicians on rotation, playing note perfect renditions and dressed in whatever uniform the band leader has chosen. Awful. Total cheese, regardless of the tunes chosen. Give me a band playing with passion, that have obviously been playing together for years, playing their own versions of a mix of tunes across the decades. Awesome. [/quote] Agreed, and also a band where most of the members arent looking down at music stands most of the night.

[quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1510139855' post='3404205'] I would say no, you don't have other opinions [/quote] I was talking about the population of BC/the World, not just one person ;-)

Ive never seen a fight at a function gig, although we have been very close to starting one when the new money lot (normally young farmers) think they own us and our gear. We have played at a few castles and stately homes, and its great being able to wander around the off limits areas. We even had a beer with a duke once in his private quaters. Ups and downs are never predictable though, and sound meters are much more of a problem than having to hang around for a few hours. Waking up next day with £300 in my pocket makes it al worth while :-)

[quote name='Barking Spiders' timestamp='1510133173' post='3404129'] It's not about whether people like this album or not. It was in the article as a'classic bass album', but the basslines on it are pretty functional to my ears. Functional is absolutely fine and I've no problem with that if it serves the song. I'd never plump for owt by Vic Wootten, Stanley Clark, Marcus Miller etc as a fave bass album as their music doesn't interest me. I'm more likely to choose albums where the bass is distinctive and drives the songs along not where there are flashy licks e.g. Sulk by The Associates, Lexicon of Love by ABC, Black & White by The Stranglers, No Rest for The Wicked by New Model Amy, Songs In The Key Of Life, So by Peter Gabriel, Graceland and What's Goin' On. [/quote] My post was about your 'Def Leppard's synthetic, sterile mush that is Hysteria' comment. I dont feel this way about it, so therefore we have different opinions...which is good. Personally i find Vic Wootten, Stanley Clark, Marcus Miller as boring as hell to listen to, not my type of music at all, so again, we have other opinions. You cant please all the people all of the time so its not worth loosing sleep over.

Just goes to show we all have different opinions, and no matter what the Bass chat collective thinks, there are people out there that dare to like other things.

I'd' just direct them to the Alive network website and let them go through the bands on there. One man's cheese is another man's entertainment.

Ive always treated doing a party or wedding gig as day at work (which is what it is). In fact i earn 2-3 times minimum what a normal day at work will get me. My day job is 8.45 hours long, so i dont think spending the same time on the clock at a gig (and earning a lot more than my day job) is anything to complain about. It can of course be boring but you prepare for that after you've played a few. We have got to play in some really nice venues, and meet a lot of really nice people. Of course its not for everyone, but i get the feeling its less of an attraction to the bar band players who are used to turning up 30mnis before going on and then packing down and out 30 mins after playing. For functions you have to be prepared to make more effort. I guess that's why function bands can ask for a lot more money.

Another vote for active speakers. We held off for years as we were told they dotn have the heft/sound quality/low end blah blah blah. We were playing Social clubs/weddings etc. Not huge places but they handled the vocal , kick drum and a bit of bass and mic'ed guitar. When we decided to downsize we got a pair of DB Opera speakers. 700watt 1x15 with horn. Together they cost around £650. Our load in got soooo much easier. Any of us could carry both together, set up times were much faster. Sound quality was actually much improved over the old Peavey system we had been using. Another bonus is that if you are using a supplied PA you can use these as extra powered monitors, or even a guitar/bass combo. In fact i use one as a home practice combo.

I forgot all about this at the weekend, but im going to pop along in my lunch break. I will all payment options at work......at least on this trip.

[quote name='yorks5stringer' timestamp='1509356781' post='3398203'] and of course men never have moods swings? Some cheap comments appearing on this thread. You'd think we have no women members.... Oh, before anyone says anything like, 'it was just a bit of fun',.... don't. [/quote] Seems like you have answered both your own questions. If i have offended any women with my comment i will happily delete the post, but let them speak for themselves.

[quote name='ivansc' timestamp='1509312489' post='3398037'] Wondering what they will call themselves if they ever decide to open any shops in the USA.... [/quote] Blood will be spilt if they get it wrong........

Yeah, he probably thought the same about the microphones and the headphones as well. My thoughts are my own so get over it and accept this sort of thing is allowed.

[quote name='No lust in Jazz' timestamp='1509038337' post='3396251'] That is the funniest thing that I've read on here for some time. [/quote] Now we are both amused. For the record i cant stand Zappa, never have, never will. His music bores me so much. So many notes and so little appeal. That, of course is my opinion. Being BC im sure that's not allowed any more though :-(

[quote name='SpondonBassed' timestamp='1509025922' post='3396136'] One thing about Later that strikes me is that not many folk are ambivalent about it and there is certainly no shortage of viewers. I love it when folk watch something just to slag it off. [/quote] But you never know what level of crap will be on unless you do watch it. Personally i want to like what i hear, but i seem to be amongst those that give it 30 secs before knowing if something will appeal to me. Normally ill wait until the vocals come in, but sometimes you just tell its going to be one of those 'arty farty ambient' acts with no real substance or 'tune'. i'd include Zappa in that category as well.

[quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1508946293' post='3395545'] Got to love drummers. [/quote] No gary, you most certainly do not have to love them. Talking to them is more than enough

[quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1508834138' post='3394646'] Don't think it's the fault of that particular site, more that there are an awful lot of delusional dreamers, who think they want to be in a band. [/quote] when we were looking for a drummer earlier this year, we thought we found one. Could talk the talk, lived fairly close and was available. He had some demo stuff up which sounded good as well. Reading further down he stated that because he has been out of playing live for a while he only owns cymbals and sticks, but (and this is the killer) would [b]consider[/b] buying a full kit if any gigs came along.[b] Consider?????[/b] You cant blame the website for that, although maybe the parents.

Well they open this Sat at 9.30am. Luckily ill be busy elsewhere :-)

[quote name='leftybassman392' timestamp='1508855018' post='3394886'] Is this really the first PMT in London? Maybe I read the OP wrong, but if it is then that's one of the more surprising facts I've learned recently. [/quote] Well i never said it was the first, just that its the only one listed as being in London. It says so on their website so if im wrong.........

[quote name='Daz39' timestamp='1508849159' post='3394830'] I think Number 6 means it isn't going to help his GAS problems... [/quote] Ah yes, same for me i expect.

Well it shouldn't be any more expensive than their other shops, nor their website.

Yeah, im hoping to NOT spend a lot of money there. Looks like they will be selling Darkglass products so not much hope of that......

Just seen this. New store opening near Old street. https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/stores/london/ This is just down the road from where i work. Not sure if this is a good or bad thing :-(

I felt like this when I first got my V7. I had a few comments about my playing in relation to Marcus. Luckily it was from mates who were just having a laugh but even so, it felt uncomfortable. I had to point out that mine was a 5 string and that’s one more than Marcus can play lol.