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Not a gig, but I have an audition today with a bunch of old rock 'n' roll guys. I did not get the set list until yesterday afternoon, and have never played half the stuff on the list...so should be fun. I like the Who, but need more time than I was given to climb into Entwhistle's head......it is NOT a comfortable place for me most of the time... Pray for me....

I have only bought one new bass in 50 years of playing…that was a Gibson RD Artist, which is long gone now. I tend to buy and use one main bass, and maybe one backup. Back in the day it was the Gibson, later a Jazz with an Electra as a spare ( the one with the effects modules in the back….it was a hoot) now it’s the fiver with a MIM P as the spare. Guess I’m not a collector.

This is the best I’ve ever played in regards to consistent tone and playability top to bottom. No problems with the cut away either.

Perhaps if I was a studio player this would be a bigger deal, but I have some experience with both types of necks and have never seen that as the determining factor with either sound or feel.

Scott’s Bass Lessons had a great video on this…

One or two basses, the second left in the case unless needed (I am also one of those old-timers who cannot remember breaking a string in 40+years of playing) Combo Amp Gig bag has tools, spare strings, batteries, leads, tuner, a couple of rags, etc Small bag with spare kettle lead, fuses, mics and clips, guitar stand, direct box, Zoom, gaffer tape, 2 mic cables Maybe a mic stand and a music stand if needed (I cannot remember lyrics)

You’re welcome…https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/peter-paul-and-mary/kumbaya-tabs-2393417

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!