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I am always confused with comments attempting to divide folks into camps based on what kind of system they use to evaluate and remember music. I use all of them, read pretty well, but don't really equate that with being a better musician. We are all enjoying doing what we do, and use the tools at our disposal to do so. One of the best guitarists I ever played with didn't even know the names to the chords he was using...so what? We had a blast playing together. Please feel free to gather round the campfire and sing "Kum Ba Yah" .....bring your own marshmallows

There are always more than one way to play a part. The big boys don’t play it the same every time, and you should not feel you have to either. I have been trying to make the transition to 5 string, which means I have a lot more freedom to play lines on different areas on the neck. You do you, take the advice that resonates with you, and move on. Also, I wonder about the “play the part correctly “ crowd. I played the solo from “all right now” differently for years…didn’t stop the dance floor from filling up.

This does sound like good fun!

I have a bb614 at the school I work at…was playing with the blend. It’s okay, but not near as rich as the pj Barts on my MPV. Oddly enough, I’ve never played a pj Fender.

Don't know what you are all on about...my Ranger is out in the garage, right where it belongs...:) I'll need it when I find that Acoustic 4x15 cab I used to dream about owning... where did I put my coat......

Hahahaha…..

Thanks!

Goog to know…thanks!

Thanks all!

Yup…I’m a rebel!

Thanks…I’m in Huntingdon, but would be willing to drive a bit

Yup…now that we are starting to go out, that’s probably a great option…probably Cambridge in this area…

Not Norman…sorry. I am on a dep musicians page and join my band. Good thought though…thanks!

I’m a 60-something bassist with 41 years in music education, a Masters from the University of North Texas, ands loads of experience playing country, rock, and jazz. I read really well, and have a great work ethic. I even take regular showers and, unlike here, try to keep my opinions to myself. All of my experience, however, is with American groups. I have no idea how things work for us semi-pro, weekend warrior types here in the U.K., and, more specifically, in East Anglia. I would love to get on folks’ radar like I was in the Midwestern U.S., but where to start? I’m playing with a band right now that may or may not get out of the practice room. I’d like to get around folks that are a bit more experienced. Any thoughts?

I’ve only played the MVP in a band situation, but love the subtle tone variations when trying to sit in the mix. I do have access to a BB that I’d like to try in that situation as well. All said, it also makes me appreciate the genius the is the standard P Bass.

A pre-CBS Jazz Bass…free would be nice

I would be put off by the general tone of the advert. Sounds like a project that would never get out of the practice room. For my money, playing music people want to dance and party to is kind of the point. If I want to be a deep, brooding musician, I’ll find a modern jazz quartet…or not!

I’m pretty much a one bass guy right now, but she’s a knockout!

It is absolutely true…

I would never criticise Fodera or the person who buys/plays one, I have friends who are military musicians and always play these kind of basses,and they are all a lot better than I am. I’ve been around instruments and musicians for over 50 years. A vintage Selmer sax plays better than just about anything. Same for a Bach Strad trumpet.I have a decent flattop, but would grab a D35 in a heartbeat. most people would find that better instruments cost more, and play better, even in this era of CAD/CAM. It’s okay to say you don’t care for something, but that doesn’t mean someone else can’t see value in it.

Being an old guy, I am also a bit put off by the "coffee table" basses. I do like seeing nice wood on an acoustic guitar. I have 2 with lovely Honduran mahogany sides and back...love the look and the sound. I have noticed that most folks posting gig videos or pics are playing something that looks like a Fender...

Teachers EARN whatever they are paid. "always complaining about everything"......sounds a bit like you are trying to be offensive. Perhaps you would like to home-school your children? Yup, I am a teacher, with a Master's Degree and lots of experience. I don't complain about what any skilled worker or professional earns.

I do think all this is mostly inside our own heads. I'm playing with a band now (just rehearsing for the moment). I started off with my P bass, just to be one of the cool kids....nobody said a word. Oh, and it's a Mexican P, so maybe they looked at the headstock while I wasn't looking..:) Now, I am bringing my MPV, and the guys had no idea what it was. I explained about Michael Pedulla making them in a shop around Boston. "Ah, American..." was the reply...that was it. And this is okay with me. I don't really care if anyone ever comes up and says "Cool bass"....I DO care it the guys I play with like and respect what I bring to the group musically. I just feel I can do that a little better, and have more fun, on the "fancy" bass. Plus, it makes me smile.