RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE

I like that

The first video I got (it was the 80's) was Rudy Sarzo's hot licks. Sure,you can tell he is reading the autocue a fair bit, but he covers alot of styles ,and he puts alot into it. Funniest one I got was Randy Coven's ultimate lead bass. He was on another planet when he did that.

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' post='1065300' date='Dec 20 2010, 11:57 PM'][size=2][b]Yes sorry guys, the postage cost is not down to me, mainland uk its £30 and to any other European destinations turns into £90, I can't do bu**er all about that. Of course if the winner is close by and willing to collect it from London, Greenwich area, I will refund the UK postage cost of £30, and bob's your uncle [/b][/size][/quote] Can't do butter all about it? Hope nobody's gonna beef about the p&p too much. Have a butter bump

Hope Santa gives you everything you want

someone will spot a bargain. Nice bass

like the green one

[quote name='BurritoBass' post='1062897' date='Dec 18 2010, 08:25 PM']Especially good if your band has a sideline selling Ice Cream? [/quote] Beat me to it

I'm finding that playing in pubs is losing appeal to me these days.They seem to be closing,or not doing bands anymore. Then you have to record a demo cd ,and go on the list when you do find pubs that do gigs. Also, playing in pubs with one man and his dog is soul destroying. I was thinking of doing 'corporate gigs' , but I don't think you can do many proper rock covers. And we all know about Mustang Sally . I may just jam in rehearsal rooms for fun in the new year,without the intention of gigging and see what happens. I know how you're feeling Marv. I'd say just leave the basses alone for a couple of weeks and see if you miss it.

[quote name='Low End Bee' post='1059752' date='Dec 15 2010, 05:16 PM']I use Garageband all the time as it's so easy. I'd love to learn how to use Logic too as it seems to do so much more. It's a bit overwhelming though and I need a physical, real person to teach me.[/quote] I should use Garageband ,and now that I'm bandless I'll get my finger out. As for Logic, I did see some one day courses advertised . One was in some guys house in Slough.

Well, back in the early/mid90's, I had 1st 'proper' bass (Washburn Status). Then saw a teacher for a few months ,which led me to a fretless (vester). I used to have a Hohner professional 'cricket bat' which I bought from my friend over 3 months. A few pedals here and there and that was it. (played through a huge OHM amp/cab ) Move on to 2003 , after a long time away ,I got the band bug back. (And a mid-life crisis which probably still exists). So , I got a proper Steinberger ,and got rid of the Hohner. Then because a few metal bands were doin' 5 string low B stuff I got one on a whim. I thought that was it, but no, a friend of mine started getting guitars and basses made and he made me get the JD bass and the rest. Then I made a few quid on flea bay with autographs, so I put the cash towards a rare and unusual bass (the Telecaster). When I saw the Taxi bass a few months ago,I decided that was it. Amp wise , I had to get more portable , and I love the Aguilar setup. Initially , I had the room . My brother moved in about 6 months ago. I still have the room -just!! As it is my only hobby, I did like the idea of having the basses as nice statements on the walls of the flat.(Tho' I do play them all from time to time) May be forced to quit job ,but I will try not to sell any if push comes to shove. The only basses that do interest me enough to alter my present setup, are a Kubicki EX F , a Steinberger white 5 string , a Steinberger cricket bat , a Steinberger Trans Trem, a Status Streamline and a Billy Sheehan green Attitude. Funny that Idon't go for stingrays as that's almost my name What I did find playing live , was that my Washburn or Steinberger were the main basses used due to pokey pub playing.

Had problems with my Steinberger. It kept eating batteries,also the jack was faulty. Got a repairman to sort it out. It's a tricky problem,so I'd say take it to repairman/woman.

yeah, I like it. Surprising that it hasn't got more recognition.

Someone on here is selling a Vester for£150. I have the same model,and it's a mystery as to how it hasn't sold yet.

[quote name='uncle psychosis' post='1048142' date='Dec 5 2010, 12:27 PM']I've found that Behringer pedals are a bit hit and miss. Some of them sound great, others---not so much. I reckon for £25 you won't get much better. If you can find a second hand one you can probably sell it for what you pay for it anyway. What I never understood though is all the complaints about the cases. Who cares if they're made of plastic? They're absolutely rock solid. My EHX Big Muff is made of metal and it feels flimsier than Behringer pedals I've owned. I can understand worries about the quality of the electronic parts---they are cheap parts, presumably---but you'll be doing pretty damn well to break the outside. I mean, just watch [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QL-6eTHSHQ"]this![/url][/quote] Hilarious

Glad it worked out in the end.Bought some stuff from Amazon, who used HDN to 'deliver' my stuff. They put cards in the door'we were unable todeliver....etc' In the end ,I asked Amazon to send it to my work address, which I would've done had I not been taking a few days holiday at home. HDN suck! I prefer to meet people in person ,when selling bulky musical equipment. I wouldn't wish this hassle on anyone.

[quote name='davydisco' post='1037318' date='Nov 26 2010, 05:31 AM']hello can anyone help and recommend a video/books on the bass as i cant really progress so i need some recommendations for a novice player can anyone give me their opinions please thankyou[/quote] You need to tell us ,what music are you into(ie metal/soul/funk/punk /jazz etc) Have you got any favourite players that you admire? I think you have a peavey,which I think you should persist with if possible,as it cost a bit. Also ,think of a teacher. Teachers altho' can be expensive ,help you feel more comfortable about the bass very quickly. Crikey, I've overused the word 'think' on here

Not sure about that. I've got mine plugged into a pair of M-Audio BX5a 's . With a pair of xlr cables.Or TRS cables. Does the job for me. Let's see what others say....

Always remember seeing JB at the Shepherds's Buysh Empire a few years back. He ended up headlining ,as Michael Schenker went mentally unstable again. JB was awful! He finished the set with 'Eleanor Rigby! Hardly rock'n'roll. And I thought Clapton was boring. Thankfully Glenn Hughes was there,and on top form

Well,I've been a lazy sod when the band was goin'. I've been a bit apprehensive as well with the bits I have. I have Logic(a keyboard friend of mine recommended it to me big time). I also have pod farm and Ableton live/riffworks. which came with my Line 6 UX1 I still have Gearbox which came with my Toneport GX. And Garageband on my Mac. The reason (which looks good) I am apprehensive about Logic is the graph type stuff. When I used to use cassette recorders peak meters were easy to understand. It seems like you get an awful lot for your dosh.But with so much stuff, it makes stuff more complicated than need be imho. I was wondering if it's worth going on a one day course for Logic.I have books ,but keep putting them off. Now that I am bandless, I need to do something with this stuff. Nice thread by the way

Airplay studios ,run by Ian in Ashford middx(can't do link) is good.

..but it was on the cards. Played a gig last night at The Sportsman (Croxley Green).Never been there before,barstaff and guvnor great Ordered 1st round of drinks ,they were free. Cool! Did gig , people were getting into it etc. We get paid,then singer quits. The arrangement was we were gonna have a 'band meeting ' after this gig. Myself and Mr. Drums didn't think we needed one and all could've been said at next rehearsal. The general consensus ,was that we weren't doing enough songs as we'd like and that progress was slow. Myself and Mr. Drums have been at most rehearsals,unlike the 2 guitarists and singer with holidays . One of the guitarists broke his wrist and we waited for a few weeks for it to heel. I've had a terrible year,and was a bit slow learning one or two i m o tricky songs ,as my brother moved in and my job is freaking me out and depressing me.I was upfront with the band on this,and only Mr. Drums understands. The majority of the latter stuff was all cover songs chosen by one of the guitarists and the singer. When I learnt songs,the guitarist wasn't ready but nothing was said about that. Songs were ignored when I was ready,but when I think we ain't doin' 'em anymore they resurface and someone else hasn't learnt them. Then I get blame for being slow learning them. I t hink that it's all one way traffic with the blunt guitarist and the singer,so I'm not gonna pursue this anymore. We are ripped apart(which was the name of the band) Think I'll stay home and play with myself for a bit

go for a Billy Sheehan Attitude green, or bright yellow with the checkered stuff

I used to think that song was called 'go and get stuffed ,get stuffed get going' Sorry can't help, but a bump might