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I grabbed some quick shots with the iPhone, to be going on with - I'll capture some in the next couple of days to show the points, and a little more detail throughout.

I thought we were the intelligent counter to the missing link on drums?

Lucky for me you didn't! It's been a great player, lighter than light with some heavy tones.

Good luck with the knackers. Remind her that you married for love

Very sad to hear this. I waited to post, as I was still of a mind that there might - possibly must - have been a mix up, given how it was reported.

Alas not, and another one leaves us - and well before his time, too.

RIP.

I'll bump this. The Eagle is a fantastic bass; and this really is a superb example of the model.

I still couldn't sneak this past the wife (not as we've been planning a custom shop build for my 30th, anyway) but surely someone can!

I have Shockwave's old pink NJ Eagle, and - bargain as it was - I wouldn't trade

I'm teaching mine to play, on the basis that a joint hobby should be doubly encouraged!

It's never the money, always the permission which is the issue, I find.

There's still some talk of me having a custom build for my 30th, so I might need to curtail the buying prior.

With my growing collection, I could do with some additional way of storing them - and I was wondering about wall mounts. That would work for me; I tend to enjoy drifting past and picking them up a play, and it would solve the wife's complaints.

I don't want my pride and joys dropping off the wall, mind, so my question is - have you used wall mounts previously? Do you have any recommendations? Where do I need to go shopping?

The Eagle is going great guns - I raised the action a little, and she has some new flats on. She's my 'diesel' bass, for whenever I need to hit a QOTSA vibe.

I'll stick some pics up ASAP. Body wood, I'll admit, is a little of an unknown for me - I'll see if I can't rope Lorne into to tell me.

I think the time has come to part with my BC Rich Ironbird. I'm looking for around £150 cash or suitable trades (with cash from my end, etc, as appropriate). Of course, I'll be happy to discuss any offers - so don't be shy!

Trades: I'd love a VMJ, or something similiar (with cash from me). I'll be surprised if I find a VMJ owner who loves points, but stranger things have happened

If you have a spare EB3, I'd also bite your hand off.









And an older family shot, of the Ironbird alongside my otherr BCRs:



This is the Korean model, with the Mk.1 bodyshape. Black with the traditional split-P pickups, making for a lightweight P-bass with some distinctive looks. It's not something that regularly crops up for sale, which is what drew my eye to it in the first place.

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I've thoroughly enjoyed playing; it's been lightweight and fun, and possessing that certain [i]je ne sais quoi[/i] amongst other P-offerings. As is common with suck pointy basses, there are the usual chips to the ends of the points. Neck is straight and the body is otherwise free from damage. I'll ensure I capture this in the pics, which will go up ASAP.

I'm based in York, North Yorkshire - collection is prefered, owing to the shape. Drop-off would be limited to the local area. Shipping would be considered, but we'll need to find some canny way of getting it to you with all the points still attached. These require a specific hardcase, and, sadly, one is not available to go with this.

Pics and a full spec will follow.

Is this "no fives" business purely an image concern?

Well, that is his background, as a guitarist - and it's fairly well reflected in his work.

Maybe we could make up a sign, like one of those Health & Safety efforts:

"NO FRET w***erY WHILST SHOW IN PROGRESS"

I guess that's the problem with a lot of these decisions - that we're caught between showmanship and plodding, and with our fellow band-members making value judgements either side of the line. Do too much and you're in trouble; too little and likewise.

The guys above have nailed it. You're there to support the song, so do what feels right for the song - and that can include some pretty meaty contributions, all told. I'm thinking along the lines of people like Graham Moakes (Bloc Party), etc, people who nail some top basslines which add to the songs rather than serve themselves.

That said, you should be allowed the freedom to get to this position. It takes more than a guitarist to make a band - and they're the ones I find are the usual suspects when it comes to already knowing what it's all about!

I'll have a look tonight, as I picked up a load of random Guitar Pro files from a workmate. You never know.

Ultimate Guitar and Fretplay have the chord progression, which would help you transcribe the remainder - though I guess there's a question of whether you want note perfect, or (like me) you're happy with your own version of the cover.

[quote name='Mykesbass' post='846242' date='May 24 2010, 09:14 AM']OK, I know a lot of tab requests on here get met with "listen to the track & work it out for yourself" type comments, well, I've tried and I've failed so I'm asking for help. I'm trying to work out the bass line for "I Can't Make You Love Me" - I've got the intro and verse where the bass is quite distinct, but I just can't hear all of the chorus. Anyone with better ears than me already worked it out?

Thanks,
Mike[/quote]

Not sure if this has been posted - Uprising cover with the finger positions.

Wow, instant GAS.

The whole Classive Vibe range is bloody good. I've played a few now - in fact, I've pretty much been making efforts to go and play as many as I can find - and have almost parted with the cash.

I can't fault them. Unless you're wedded to the Fender brand, then this is one to consider.

Having just stepped off the Queen Victoria, I think I can shed some light on the reading issue - if you're playing in one of the more formal bands, who support the shows and dancing, then reading will be a requirement; if you're the band they stick on for the parties and nightclub nights, don't worry.

We seemed to have a good few bass players onboard. A couple who supported the shows and orchestra; a chap from the jazz band; and a reggae player from St Lucia.

As long as he's able to stay apart from the politics, Si, then yes; personally, knowing my limitations, I don't know if I could. That said, I never have been the best human being!

Good call though.

Well, I certainly feel sorry for the new bass player. I mean, that's some harsh feedback - but just how did he get the gig, if not by proving himself? Odd one: you've got the job, but oh, you're not good enough.

I'd decline, if you want my personal opinion. Someone else is playing that spot.

Very nice. If this acquires a sale price I'll drop you a PM.

Good price; wish I had your luck finding the bargains!

At the risk of echoing the above, I don't think I'd have your lot playing in my car - but it's a very good recording, and I'd be bloody proud to call it mine.

Hope that helps!

D'oh! Wonder where I invented that one from then.

I remember speaking to someone about one they had for sale. No idea what happened to that one, but my brain has been a little shy this last few weeks - pre-wedding mania!

[quote name='2x18' post='813838' date='Apr 21 2010, 03:03 PM']No I have never had one up for sale, it was somebody else selling that one but it was an Aerodyne Precision in natural.

Mine is a jazz in C.A.R. with the standard jazz control plate!

Will.[/quote]

I'll second naive over snobby, thank you SteveK - the trick is in learning from the experience, and understanding a little bit more about yourself and the people around you.

Music, and our preferences therein, will always be a subjective topic. To debate the merits of one form against another, in such a mixed environment (with a range of commentators, both in their preferences and exposure to the world of bass playing), would never reveal anything beyond our own biases.

From a purely musical perspective, it may well appear a fair comment to wonder aloud at why musicians might opt for [i]popular[/i] music over jazz - but the financial and professional lenses are good ones to shine on this. Why do professionals do anything?

The need to make a living is a key one, and one most of us can readily relate to - remuneration; exposure; professional and personal development; networking. I think you'll find these themes coming out in more than just the careers of professional musicians.

Was that the one you had for sale on here 2x18? Natural finish with the jack input moved?