moley6knipe

I’m an always on, fairly heavyish comp user. HPF into a Keeley Bassist for me: only 4:1 but triggering on most notes most of the time, really helps the bass sit just right in the mix.

I’ve just started gigging again with a new covers band… me and the drummer are fine, singer and guitarist (his band) need some work. Like, not having to look at the fretboard all the time sort of work. First gig was last Saturday, and yeah it was the same old covers to a local pub audience but I loved it. Main band has petered out due to health, grandkids and being too comfortable on the sofa. But I’m loving the new band despite any issues. It’s made me play again, and learn the PROPER bass line for stuff. I’m loaded in and set up in 30 mins coz I’m just playing, not PAing or singing and the gear’s so light and small these days I don’t even need the seats down in the Golf! I get why the appeal fades, but it’s very much back for me… another 7 gigs booked this year so far, all new pubs to me. I’m the bass player in a pub rock covers band - perfect!!

Ah that’s really tasty. Need the other 2/3 now please

This is my favourite thing on the internet at the moment. I’m so happy seeing lots of virtual bass friends back out playing music!

I can finally join in!! Yay! First gig with a new covers band in a local pub. Went well: learnt 49 songs (I mean, they’re all songs all of us know, nothing taxing!) and it went great! Some stuff with proper “you gotta play the original line coz that’s the meat of the song” like Crazy Little Thing and Pump It Up, and a good sprinkling of stuff where I could just play around. Because I’m not singing and PA’ing I just rocked up, set up in 10 mins and was ready… lovely! It’s the guitarist’s band and he (by his own admission) needs to tighten some stuff up. Singer’s good, drummer is ****ing excellent - next rehearsal I’ll add some harmonies and bring a proper mixer and some decent mics and… I’ll be doing all the work again. Can’t help myself! Pub was rammed, dancing and singing and repeat booking…. 20 min drive and £60 in my pocket. Loved it!!!

Nice. Two string trees = cool. I completely get that. Betsy has two AND a B string thingy. Tort also hugely approved: Was white, now brown tort. White is no-one’s idea of a good choice on natural wood. I’ve totally derailed this thread, but it’s original purpose was fulfilled so I don’t feel bad 🤗

Sounds like a great project… obvs, pics when done please!! Dimensions are ridiculously good value for money. I’m picking up my second one on Sunday 🤩

Just to add - depending on where you source your guard from, might already be done… I bought one from WD and it’s great. Foil covered on rear, superb quality, perfect fit, faster than advertised delivery. Assuming four string Squier then https://www.wdmusic.co.uk/pickguards-c62/fender-basses-c111/squier-by-fender-deluxe-dimension-bass-iv-c397 I rang them with questions and they were super helpful too. And good choice with the Dimension - they’re killer basses!

Ian bought a speakon cable from me… excellent repeat customer, all good! Thanks, Colin

Excellent purchase of a gig bag from Chris. Minty, the right price, well packed. And superb comms around collection / postage options. Recommended seller…. Thanks! Colin

Oh I LOVED the crossover. I managed some NASTY cocked wah sounds with that!

I did love my deluxe big muff pi. It made so many great sounds. Great blend and great selection of ins and outs. I’ve swapped it (and a soul food) for an aftershock, mainly down to cramming more on to the board. But they’re brilliant pedals IMHO.

A new brand to me that one… reviews and thoughts when possible please!

Dave bought some strings from me…. Excellent transaction, thanks!! Colin

@Bass Wielderbought some strings from me - great transaction, no problems... thanks!

Couldn't find a thread so starting one! @Bassman666bought some strings from me... excellent transaction, my thanks!