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Just completed a trade with Dunc. All went as it should. He even sent his bass to me before i was able to send mine up to him. Have full confidence, and wouldn't hesitate to do some business with him again. Cheers

Gold on The Ceiling by the Black Keys is really easy. Good tune too. Cocaine blues by Johnny Cash is simple and a winner too

My strings are old. Havent changed them since i bought the bass in 2011. It's the sound i try for on any of my basses now. Never considered flats before this bass, but that's what id replace them with now should i ever need to. But ive never had tuning issues.

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1441207120' post='2856938'] Talking of BF, ive now come to the conclusion that my Retro two 10 has enough warmth and vintage vibe that i dont actually need a warmer head now. In fact im selling my Darkglass and wont even need a BDDI any more. [/quote] Im relieved

For me, there is no doubt that you can be a good, even great player without having lessons. But after experiencing what i would consider a brilliant teacher, it always makes me think how much better those people could be. If however you are happy with where you are at, and you can play everything you need, thats cool too. But are they worth the money? With a good teacher, no doubt about it IMO.

[quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1441278751' post='2857436'] there's so much stuff on you tube I do wonder if they are a waste of money, I've never had a lesson and managed to play the stuff I want to play, Most people when they start just want to play something they like, lots of teachers (not all) kill the initial enthusiasm by trying to get too technical or give the pupils something to learn that they're not in to. [/quote] How do you know if you've not had a lesson? You should try, and see what you get out of it. You may be surprised

[quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1441268297' post='2857319'] Admittedly it's not like having a 1-2-1 discussion, but at an annual subscription for the price of less than 4 1hour lessons, I don't recon it's bad. [/quote] Im not knocking Scotts lessons. Not at all. I can definitely see the merits of joining the academy. Im just saying, i think 1-2-1 lessons give you something video lessons can't. The quality of your lessons are directly related to the quality of your teacher, so if you are having trouble finding a good one, i can see how you'd find them not so useful. [quote name='colgraff' timestamp='1441272644' post='2857357'] Mine never did much for me. Of far more value was piano lessons with lots of music theory because it helped me to understand how melody and rhythm slotted together and looking at bass from the views of a related instrument gave a fresh perspective. [/quote] We did lots of theory that applied to other instruments. I used to write solo parts phrased as a trumpet would play them to get away from the "normal" bass phrasing etc. I think if you find a good teacher, it is worth travelling!

Yes, they undoubtedly helped me. A lot. As has been said though, the quality of the teaching has a lot to do with it. Every lesson would be some area that my teacher (Jon Caulfield) felt needed improving. Then he would show me a good example of what we were looking to acheive/play, and explain any theory behind it. Explain the techniques involved, demonstrate the technique involved, then work at it with me. Pointing out any things i should do differently, or any flaws in my technique as i was learning to play. Then we would usually construct a groove or line, that contained whatever aspect of playing i'd just been working on. So one week it could be ghost notes. Next could be legato. Next could be constructing a walking bass line. Next could be .... and so on. It sounds like it was quite regimented. It wasn't though. In general the lessons just followed this path. The feedback you get from a good lesson cant be replicated from online lessons, and as good as Scotts are (and they are good IMO) a good teacher, face to face will help you more. That why you pay more! Also, a good teacher will be hugely motivating when you see them play as it will open your eyes as to what can potentially be achieved.

[quote name='SteveK' timestamp='1441120618' post='2856191'] Ooh, controversial! I think in this case the da-do-do vocal sample tracking the bass is an important hook of the song. [/quote] Yeh, we have 4 people singing the line over the top. I agree, it probably needs the singing if you dont have all the effects going on

I know what you are saying, but i just play it with no effects. P bass. Ive had no complaints. People definitely know what it is as soon as i play the main lick. Crowd only really care about the vocals anyway dont they??

What's local to you? Perhaps some friendly basschatters may have some gear that'd be worth you trying

Take it. No doubt

Well then i retract my earlier retraction, it is the cab for you

Ignore me, i didn't see the weight. Either way though, seems like a good cab for the price

What about this: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/267814-genz-benz-focus-115t-cab-15-inch-price-drop-l140/page__pid__2844311#entry2844311"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/267814-genz-benz-focus-115t-cab-15-inch-price-drop-l140/page__pid__2844311#entry2844311[/url] I've no affiliation with the current owner. Looks like a good cab though

Amazing. Probably my favourite player. Would've loved to of been in your position.

I cant download or zoom into this pic, but is that Paul Turner???

Just traded amps with Harry. All good. Amp in A1 condition. Even sent his amp before i was able to send mine. Cheers

I've no experience of the BF with the Ashdown RM800, but i'd be interested to know peoples views on it

Glad you're pleased with it. As for not getting heard.... If your not cutting through, bump the lo mids, if you want more clarity bump the hi mids. Usually doesnt take much adjustment, but seems to work for me.

I find it a little weird how much a lot of us bass players dislike the "party tricks" kind of stuff, when if you're playing live, that is the stuff the punters think is bloody marvellous.

[quote name='Rikki1984' timestamp='1440481713' post='2851071'] Yes but the question was for something that will impress NON musicians and, rightly or wrongly, fast/flashy is what they will see as impressive. [/quote] Have to agree. We have a running joke where during the one song we have where we all get our introductions and a few bars to solo, i dont actually play a single note. I play a percussion triplet that moves up the fretboard and the crowd seem to appreciate that far more than if i played something which was actually impressive to another musician. Its ridiculous and i do wince a bit at the thought there is another bass player in the crowd.

[quote name='icastle' timestamp='1440416231' post='2850415'] BVs only, and I come up with as many excuses as I can to get out of it. [/quote] I'm exactly the same!