Stylon Pilson

[quote name='slobluesine' post='352835' date='Dec 12 2008, 03:51 PM']is there any way to power my stagg from the xlr input on my LM11? i want to loose the PP3 batt,[/quote] Theoretically, yes. But I don't know of anyone who has tried it. S.P.

[quote name='lateralus462' post='350845' date='Dec 10 2008, 03:23 PM']I think Jazz basses without the pickguard look fugly, so when I recieve mine I will change it (and surely even if I decided to take it off again the screw holes that are left would make it look more "Jaco" anyway?[/quote] The same thought had occurred to me. S.P.

[quote name='Linus27' post='350710' date='Dec 10 2008, 01:54 PM']Just make sure to remember to play on the lines and not inbetween them.[/quote] Ish. Play it so that the edge of your fingertip is on the line. If you play it with your finger centred on the line, you'll be sharp. S.P.

[quote name='gary mac' post='350550' date='Dec 10 2008, 11:55 AM']For example: E sus2. What would be the choice of notes other than the obvious root note.[/quote] For your specific example, to turn an E (E G# B) into an Esus2 you replace the G# with an F#. To turn an E into an Esus4 you replace the G# with an A. S.P.

[quote name='lateralus462' post='350636' date='Dec 10 2008, 01:09 PM']I thought that would probably be the case. Can't wait (although I'm probably going to find I'm sh*t at fretless and sell it almost straight away after it arrives!!!!)[/quote] Probably best to hold off on the scratchplate until (a) you decide to definitely keep it and (b) you decide to use it at a gig. Having screw holes in it will probably harm its resale value by a few quid. S.P.

[quote name='lateralus462' post='350542' date='Dec 10 2008, 11:49 AM']I've just ordered one - should be with me at some point next week which is good BUT..................... I'm not sure I like the whole scratchplatelessness of them - how easy would it be to get a scratch plate to fit this? (I'm thinking tort would look nice)[/quote] I imagine that any Jazz scratchplate would fit. You don't have to worry about the holes lining up, because the bass doesn't have any! You'd need to drill the pilot holes yourself. S.P.

[quote name='coasterbass' post='349360' date='Dec 9 2008, 08:54 AM']Why can't we have remote control amps, which would work like a home hi-fi/tv, to adjust the tone/graphic ?[/quote] I wouldn't want an amp that could be controlled by someone who wasn't stood right in front of it. As you said, if you can have the control for the guitarists amp, then he can have the control for yours. Shudder at the thought. S.P.

I think it's this: [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CUSTOM-BUILT-BASS-GUITAR-L-K_W0QQitemZ180312541359QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV?hash=item180312541359"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CUSTOM-BUILT-BASS-GU...tem180312541359[/url] S.P.

[quote name='Musky' post='348593' date='Dec 8 2008, 01:41 PM']Although 200-300w is a good size to aim for you can gig with lowered powered amps, especially if you've got PA support - though in my experience you can't always rely on that at all gigs and monitoring might be less than perfect (ie you can't actually hear your bass ).[/quote] In theory (usual caveat: in theory, theory and practise are the same. In practise, they aren't) if your amp is loud enough for a small gig, then it should also be loud enough for a big gig, as your stage volume should be exactly the same (with the PA providing higher volume out front). As you say though, if there's no PA support for the bass, then you'll be glad that your amp has a bit of extra room-filling ability. S.P.

Of those two options, I prefer the traditional straight line, but have you considered packing them further towards the bottom of the bass, something like this: [attachment=16968:DSCN5071b.jpg] S.P.

An unexpectedly good gig last night. Played a jazz gig as a favour to a drummer friend of mine at the South African Commission in Trafalgar Square. I was fairly nervous in advance, being as it's such a huge departure from what I normally do. I was anticipating that it would be my first and last jazz gig. Didn't go too badly though, and if he asks me to do it again next year, I think I'll probably say yes. As I was shifting my gear in, the resident technical guru scoffed at my Ashdown Electric Blue 12-180, saying "speaker that size won't fill this room". I contemplated turning the volume up just to show him quite how adequately it would, but the professional in me kept it at about 4 all evening. I played my Aria Sinsonido as I (and my drummer) like how its tone resembles an upright. It was one of those nights where there's a lot of travelling, gear lugging and sitting around, and not enough time playing, but I didn't mind the sitting around because I hadn't met 3/5 of the band before in my life, so it was good fun getting to know them and laughing together as they spilled their dinner down their white shirts. I also found myself quite envious of how little gear saxophonists and trumpet players have to carry. I'm looking forward to a relaxing weekend - I haven't had much chance to sit down and unwind for the last fortnight. S.P.

[quote name='BigBeefChief' post='344275' date='Dec 3 2008, 04:01 PM']You'll have to buy me a drink first![/quote] Oooh, playing hard to get, are we? S.P.

[quote name='dangerboy' post='344168' date='Dec 3 2008, 02:36 PM']Only problem is that this kid's a lefty - there just aren't as many bargains out there![/quote] If he's only just starting to play, then he'd probably be best off learning to play right-handed. He'll be grateful in the long run. S.P.

Nice. Looking forward to seeing more. S.P.

[quote name='Wil' post='343122' date='Dec 2 2008, 03:54 PM']I've got a motorbike. I can fit a bass, a trout and a perch in my backpack.[/quote] I've got a mountain bike. I can fit my Aria Sinsonido on my back. S.P.

That sounds pretty bad. Thanks for the warning. S.P.

[quote name='lateralus462' post='333245' date='Nov 20 2008, 04:51 PM']Oh and don't ever agree to play at at the brewery tap - it's sh*t[/quote] Are you just saying that because you had a nightmare night on Saturday, or is it actually worth avoiding on its own merits? S.P.

I've just seen the news on your myspace page - did something awful happen on Saturday night? S.P.

Play the bass riff from the outro of "The Chain" by Fleetwood Mac. It's something like this: [code]G | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | D | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | A | - - - - - - - 2 | 3 - 2 - - - 2 - | - - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - | E | 5 - - - - - 5 - | - - - 5 3 5 - - | 0 - - - - - - - | - - - - - - - - |[/code]

You have a couple of options - either a double stand that holds two instruments back-to-back (I have one of these that I take to gigs) or something like the Warwick Rockstand where you slot the guitars in sideways, as it were. You can get those in 3, 5 or 7 capacity (I have the 5, which I used to use for storing my guitars at home, but I haven't used it since I got wall hangers). S.P.

[quote name='The Burpster' post='330142' date='Nov 16 2008, 04:09 PM']Anyone got one? I'm tempted to get a fretless for noodling..... OK or pants?[/quote] Got one, like it. Yes, buy one. S.P.

As the owner of an Ashdown Electric Blue, I'll agree with the above - it would be ideal for your needs. Unless you are dead set on buying new, go second hand. You'll come in well under your budget, and if you change your mind, you'll be able to sell it on for basically the same amount that you paid for it. S.P.

Last night was one of those end-of-the-bill, playing-to-a-nearly-empty-room specials. Thank heavens that I enjoy playing bass so much, otherwise I would be utterly narked. And the crowd that we had, while small, were very enthusiastic. S.P.

Grotesque. But I hear that's quite common with "Tennessee" brand instruments. S.P.

[quote name='cytania' post='327296' date='Nov 12 2008, 09:00 AM']Yep, all that talk of sustain and clarity... bogus, what it's really about is that moment when you're at home had a nice warm bath, drying off with a towel round your waist and you pick of the bass for a tiny bit of practice... Ye Gods that bolt-on plate is cold! And poly finishes are pretty icy too. Neck-thru instruments were clearly developed with the naked player in mind. A square of cold metal to the abdomen kills the whole warm and fuzzy vibe (man)...[/quote] Yet Nick Oliveri still plays a Precision. He must be a masochist. S.P.