zukathon

Thanks for your helpful replies everyone. I've got enough there to get working on!

hello I've been mainly a bass guitar player for the last 20 years, but started out in the world of low notes on the double bass at school. My one regret is that I didn't keep up the lessons that were on offer for me and whereas i've developed proficiency on the guitar, my upright playing is at what I describe as 'hobby level'. I own a nice double bass that I would love to get into playing properly but feel that I would get the best out of it if I had the chance to improve my technique on it. I was wondering whether there were any revered technique books out there that would improve both my pizzicato and arco skills? Can anyone recommend any that they have used or know that others swear by? Cheers guys - any responses are much appreciated.

All of your input is much appreciated and valued. I've been solely playing a '67 EB-3 for about the last 15 years and have decided (reluctantly) to retire it. I love playing it - an absolute ease to do so - but recent recording sessions have exposed its limitations up against other modern instruments in the band. I think it's earned a long rest and who knows what the future holds. Anyway...so like someone leaving a long term relationship and back in the world of singles, I've found myself in the market for a new bass and a bit unsure of what's good out there. After playing the Gibson for so long, I don't want to go for what I'd describe as the 'norm' and so thought of the Jaguar. I went down to my local shop this eve to try one and out and I've got to say that it didn't really do it for me. Just personal opinion, but it didn't feel right. Couldn't even tell you exactly what the problem with it was. I popped into the shop over the road on the off chance that I'd just played a duff one. They didn't have one, but the guy pulled down an American Standard Jazz for me to try instead. Wow. I think I'm in love! Not a bass I would have necessarily gone for on paper, but a real joy to play. Just need to choose a colour now... Thanks again everyone - what a great forum this is!

Hello I was wondering whether any of the forum members owned or had any experiences of the Jaguar bass? I'm in the market for a new instrument and have been drawn to the aesthetics of it but am not sure whether I should stick with something known and trusted. It looks like it's pretty well-made from the official Fender description, but you know what these ad depts are like. I'm hoping there are some good experiences with it out there, but would appreciate any honest opinions to the contrary if that so be. cheers guys.