colin100

If its any help when I started playing nearly 20 years ago I decided to use 3 fingers. I made up my own technique where I decided not to play 2 notes next to each other with the same finger. What ended up happening was that I used all 3 fingers in rotation. To put it in another way if numbered my fingers 1 to 3 then my notes would be played with finger 1 then 2 then 3 then 1 then 2 then 3 etc regardless of which string Im on and I still use this effectively. I dont even think about which finger Im going to use, it just happens and always works. I also use my thumb for slappy stuff. But as many people have said it takes practice but once you ve got it then youve got it. I think for the fastest playing then a pick is the best and easiest but I rarely use one unless I want a particular sound that comes from playing with a pick as I can get fast enough with my fingers.

Sorted. It now says end of Dec 2011 which is when I am indeed available.

Ahha I see that might be confusing. I ment the end of this year which would be 2011.

Hi Guys My main band's new year gig has been cancelled at short notice leaving me available for Hogmany and the night before aswell. I am also available for most of January and February 2012. I am an experienced bass player and can play most types of music. I'm available for rehearsals etc and will work hard for you. Im based in Dundee and can travel no probs as Ive got my own car! Let me know if your in need and maybe I can help. Cheers Colin

Thanks guys. I like the fur

I am the proud owner of a GenzBenz Neo 212T but I have noticed that there are now NeoX 212T cabs these days (notice the X). On here Bigthumb was selling a neox 212t which looked the same although it wasn't furry like mine. Is this the only difference? When did they add the X?? Im sure the X makes it even better if it is a newer improved version. Does anybody have any info on this? Cheers Colin

Cheers Stingraypete! I think that makes sense in a way. How much should I expect to pay for the USA EBMM Sterling in decent second hand condition? I see you have the same amp and cab as me. How do you like? Its pretty niffty for getting to gigs for sure! Colin

I dont know if this is a stupid question but I was just browsing on evilbay and noticed that there are Musicman Sterling basses and cheaper ones that are titled Sterling by Musicman basses. Are these different basses? I am assuming that the Sterling by Musicman basses are not actually made by Musicman. Can anybody clear this up for me Cheers Colin

[quote name='ezbass' post='1088294' date='Jan 13 2011, 04:57 PM']Oh I'm loving the green, envy is the right description. Here's some oldies and current ones of mine And a cake Mrs Ezbass made for a Ray owning budby of mine [/quote] oooooo I love your guitars!! Droools!!

I thought I would let you all see my 2004 Limited Edition Bongo 5 HS in Envy Green. Wouldn't change it for anything really!! Colin

Has anybody tried boiling their strings to brighten them up? I have done a few times and it gives me a month or so extra out of them! Go on... try it!!

I have been using ER 20 ear plugs for years and get on fine with them. Does anybody know if you can get ER 25 ear plugs that are £10 - £15 like the ER 20s? I once remember having a simlilar product that cut 25dbs but I dont seem to be able to find any to buy. I dont have the money to get the custom ones unfortunatlely and feel that I would like to cut the volume down more than the ER 20s do. Cheers Colin