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Sonny Emory is the man for me. Pure class. Lenny White a close second.

[quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1347724780' post='1804376'] Ouch... <wince just thinking about it> Just had an outdoors gig at a small local charity festival and our band pretty much ruined our set... we couldn't hear ourselves because of a problem with the monitors, but having said that the band before appeared to do a sterling job with the same set up so perhaps it's not an excuse. We all sang off key, our timing was atrocious and there was no 'locking together'. To be honest we could all have been singing different songs at the same time and it wouldn't have been worse. All that rehearsal and time spent stressing over the gig and I'm wondering what's the point? I've not done many gigs - perhaps under a dozen - as I'm new to it, but they seem to be getting worse, not better *sobs* [/quote] Assuming all your band mates agree with your opinion of the gig, it's been a worthwhile (yet uncomfortable) experience as you'll all agree that issues need to be dealt with be it within the band or preparing for unforseen problems. However, if they all say what a good'un it was last night........ you're in trouble.

Great, love it. Seriously cool bassist and a one off. Nothing wrong in daring to be different. (And we're STILL talking about him)

Just bought a GB Shuttle 3.0 rig from Pete on behalf of a French mate here. Great deal, well packaged, great condition great comms and he couldn't have been more helpfull. Really nice guy. The perfect seller.

[quote name='Jazzmist' timestamp='1345407077' post='1777232'] I would love to get my late husband Colt Bass Guitar played on a big stage - it's a great looking bass made by Jim Cairnes. [/quote] If you're not a player yourself, I'm sure there would a few offers from members to use it for a few numbers locally so you could at least get some pics taken. Quite a few on here play some quite large gigs. Maybe if you post your location someone will offer. Looks a really off the wall and interesting bass.

Just recieved a Status Energy 5 from Mike. Great condition, very well packaged, helpfull and very easy to deal with. Thanks.

[quote name='eddiehoffmann' timestamp='1344880772' post='1770608'] If I were you I would get a good compressor pedal and and Boss bass eq. [/quote] Spot on +1

One of the worst I've played. Depped for a Blues band this lunchtime (12.00-4.00) I got, A singer guitarist who started a song in the wrong key and realised he couldn't sing it so switched between Tiny Tim and Paul Robeson. He also believes playing slide guitar means running a bottle neck up and down the fretboard (With terrible intonation) Then forgot the last wo verses of a song, leaving us with 8 bars of "A" before I finally shout "1st verse again then" A keyboard player that thinks a solo is playing the chords to the song in a "Let's dance", by Chris Montez fashion. A drummer that should go down in history as the worst time-keeper ever, makes the worst choice of things to hit and has fills that defy all logic. It actually sounds like he's walking around a drum shop with a stick trying everything out. He also has a tendency to finish a song with his hands hidden from view, giving no clue as to when it's coming. Guitarist pretty good though. I have 4 more deps with them. Oh joy.

Just a thought, I'm after £200 for this, any good? Just in case you decide to go with plan A.

[quote name='ash' timestamp='1343581606' post='1752319'] Yep was watching that and got it! [/quote] Nice one. I had a teal green one sone years back when they came out but wasn't really ready for six string at the time so moved it on after about 2 years. Really wish I hadn't now as I use a six a lot of the time. The necks are so shallow they are a real pleasure to play. If I didn't already have a six I would have gone for it. Glad you won it.

Depends what sort of gigs you're doing I suppose but if you don't need thousands of watts, the Eden Nemesis combos are reliable and good value secondhand. Alternatively the older USA Peavey combos (up to 300 watts) are built like tanks, never break down and are seriously cheap for what they deliver. Loads around secondhand.

[url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280927076241&ssPageName=ADME:B:WNA:GB:1123"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280927076241&ssPageName=ADME:B:WNA:GB:1123[/url] A lot of bass for not much money. Had one of these and it was great.

Always been a fan of Washburns so at last, I now have my two faves. George Washburn Festival EA20 from the 80 (old headstock) Great sound unplugged and very easy to play. A Millenium EA2000 which I'd been looking for for about 5 years. This one turned up in France and took a 13 hour round trip to get it back home. Never seen another in the flesh. Super slim body and a very 335 - like neck. The seller refused to let the case go with it. They were a special green plush lined job. Probably would double the value if I had the millenium case. Both keepers for life.

Been loads of times when things aren't going as I'd like that I start to mess around recording on my own. Then an opportunity comes along to play some cool stuff on bass with someone. Good idea to keep a bass and maybe a small rig just in case you get the calling again but I see where you're coming from. I imagine that when I'm too old and tired to gig anymore, this is what I'll do. It's still making music and you don't have to put up with all the personality sh*t from others. Way to go. Do it.

Without meaning to sound unsympathetic, you don't really offer much information as to why you're in this situation. Everyone goes through these holidays from playing from time to time for a multitude of reasons. Unless you really need the money, rather than simply sell your gear which you may regret at some point, you could spend your time learning new stuff and upping your game bass-wise (not that I'm suggesting that's something you actually need to do) which may put you in a more "in demand" position. Unless you're pro level, our phones are not likely to be melting due to offers so do something to put yourself in a better position to play. A break from playing is a good opportunity for a bit of self assessment. View it as positive, not a reason to sell up.

[url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SCHICK-6-String-Bass-/330767908524?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item4d034dbeac"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SCHICK-6-String-Bass-/330767908524?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item4d034dbeac[/url] Can't ask for more info than that.

Quite happy to play some free gigs if it's for charity or even if it's just the chance to play with some really good musicians. I play because I enjoy it although I do get paid 99% of the time. I can quite understand though that many simply enjoy playing. Even if it costs them £20 in fuel and drinks. Up to them really.

Aria 6 string. Paid £165 for it. Don't use it because it's cheap, use it because it's really light and comfortable so I guess value doesn't come into it for me. If one of the expensive ones were lighter, I'd use that.

For me, 1) Key 2) Basic structure (verse, verse, bridge, chorus etc) 3) Become familiar with the song in my head. 4) Learn each section by ear. 5) Stick it all together and take in any building or falling of tension. 6) Hope all the other buggers have done the same when we get to the gig.

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1341334053' post='1717268'] No problems so far, both of mine have 2008 as build dates on the stickers inside. Without you trying one I can't really comment on the sound, it good for me, others don't like them. [/quote] This one is 18 months old and immaculate it seems. As long as I can use a 5 or 6 string with it and get a reasonably clean sound, it should be fine. I'm just looking forward to giving my back a rest. A couple of Harmony Central reviews pointed out that the bottom end was a bit of a struggle so that was my main concern really. Thanks for your input Pete.