Burns-bass

It’s currently in transit!

Let’s hope they get found!

That’s a real shame. I’m sorry to hear that.

That's excellent advice. Didn't know the size limitations.

I thought the point of BassBros was that it would be setup perfectly for you? Lovely bass.

Loads of places online. I’ve not done promo prints for a few years but costs get lower with scale. Double sided printing is more complex so I’d do one side if possible. Not sure of the sizes for QR codes so that’s a consideration. Would a functional QR code fit on a pick?

I think if the seller makes that clear then absolutely. However, if you make an agreement and then go back on it, you’re a wrong un.

Excellent advice. I’d love to check one out.

I’ve had pretty much all the DB on stands. I loved the NS EUBs as the scale length was the same as a DB and you can also use genuine DB strings. The WAV basses are great value but the stands are rubbish. I’m not sure you can use genuine DB strings on the Ibanez bass. Ultimately I’d try it if you can! Would love to hear how you get on.

It’s a den of scum and villainy and nothing good from using Facebook. Last time I was on there (year ago) I got ripped off with a guitar I bought. When k tried to sell something I was assailed by scammers. When I finally did sell something the guy “buying it for his kid” sold it on for a profit. FB sucks and the money you save sometimes seriously isn’t worth the effort dealing with time wasters, con artists and liars.

This.

I agree 100%. When things go wrong banks often get it in the neck. My dad isn’t the most technologically literate person but his bank has been great in protecting him from fraud.

This is the oldest scam in the book. I remember seeing one like this advertised in Pembrokeshire and I just happened to be in Pembrokeshire on holiday. They then told me it was in Jersey. It's 100% a scam. I'm really impressed your bank would refuse to send the money.

You’ve never seen my soldering, but it’s really is bad. Wouldn’t have been a red coloured wire either. Its just all shades of wrong this one.

String choice depends on personal preference. For even lower tension strings you can get a set of 4/4 Weichs. I use those and really like them.

Nail on the head. What's odd is that I had the same query a little earlier this morning. (Personally, I really don't like the strings and want to change them).

Used to love the Bose shop. They spent about 2 hours with my dad choosing headphones and a Bluetooth speaker. He spent about £500 and was over the moon with them. Thankfully we still have Richer Sounds, but I know what you mean about the convenience of Amazon.

This all escalated quickly… Amazon use all manner of tricks to enable them to undercut competitors. Tax dodging, Union busting, zero hours contracts - they’re not a good company. How you spend your money reflects to some extent your values and beliefs. (I have bought stuff from Amazon in the past but try not to!)

Luck is a massive part of it, too. Loads of musicians I know who have been in successful bands have just been in the right place at the right time. I must say I was envious in the past, but that’s immaturity speaking. Now I’m happy for anyone that’s doing what they love.

Really good point. I found the Innovations to be quite “flappy” and there was definite buzz (not the growl that you want).

I think he’s absolutely right. Do it because you love it and take the opportunities when they come. It’ll be a great ride. When I was 18 I wanted to be a full time professional, but I realised I’d likely end up spending my life playing Grease or whatever for a few quid it lost its appeal. I did lots of gigs with heritage acts (I guess you’d call them) stacked full of hired hands who gave me an honest insight into life on the road. I’m pretty sure I wouldn’t have been good enough either. Mostly though lack of application (I am lazy). I’m always amazed to see great players and still love the buzz of playing live. I do have a slight problem with music colleges that peddle a dream that, for almost all won’t ever come true.

Have you come to DB from electric bass? I ask as the string heights here don’t seem particularly high here. There may be a technique issue that’s impacting your sound. In terms of playing rockabilly slap, I’m not sure a slight buzz is going to affect the sound too much (the percussive element is a huge part of the sound, after all). Theres a difference if the note is choking out or there’s a bit of percussive noise. I play high tempo blues stuff and I’m forever making percussive noises and it’s very much encouraged.

I love my dad dearly but it reminds me of one of his stories. I also thought the punchline was going to be “super rich Joe Bonamassa sent it back as a present” - but no. Business first I guess.

We’re veering into the age old “do older instruments sound better” - and I’m in the no camp. I really just don’t believe it unless you’re dealing with something like an antique double bass. And they genuinely do make them from the same stuff in mostly the same ways. The idea that manufacturing over time gets worse not better is just silly. I’m talking from experience (but my experience, which of course isn’t universal…) Vintage instruments are mostly about nostalgia and there’s nothing wrong with that whatsoever. People also make lots of money from them too, which is also absolutely fine.

It’s a lovely story. (But he really takes his time getting to the point…)