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[quote name='SpaceChick' timestamp='1343808896' post='1755416'] So, I am going to be gracious next week, until he puts a foot out of line, and then I am going to become a rotweiller!! [/quote] Whilst I recognise the notion, it's a bit like setting a trap the guy can never escape from - you'll just sit in wait until he puts a foot wrong. And that whole approach is symptomatic of him not being the right player for the band; so why dance around the edges? Go for the root of the problem, and suggest that he is not the one and that you should continue to search. I mean, if he's not right, why wait? Save yourself time and stress and go look for someone new.

Word association time. I went for "gash". It's not pretty with that price tag next to it. Feels a little like paying for someone else's pretensions. Like the idea; dislike the execution.

[quote] Remember: originals, not a covers band. I don't know about you, but I have found it really hard to get gigs above 1h playing originals, and fees are nowhere near what you normally get with covers, usually, until you become "known". People don't normally book originals bands for weddings... although we were asked to do a birthday once [/quote] Haha, you get it when the band in front don't show on the night And, aye, know the rest Be one hell of a wedding, though!

It's called banter, lahs. Chin up.

Frankly, under stage lights, this bass would look amazing. Though I do have form for this - as Shockers sold me a bright pink Eagle a few years ago Sadly, I caught the Stingray bug, or would be more lustful. I think someone will find, when this eventually goes, that they bought something not only of superb quality... But unique to boot. You owe me a fiver for that, Shockers. It's a sellers markets for this sycophantism

[quote name='LukeFRC' timestamp='1343744914' post='1754497'] The Osprey Bear Bass has a good ring to it if you're wanting names for inventions [/quote] If you could make it like a Stingray that would also be cool. Also, naked adverts. Just a tactically positioned bass to hide the modesty. "Go Bear", "Bear- back", "Bear to believe... That we're all naked", a would make sh*tty copy : lol:

I think you should endorse the "tattoo" clause of Luke's contract, Rich. Nothing live's the brand more than a big Osprey tattoo on his forehead.

[quote name='SteveK' timestamp='1343672619' post='1753526'] Yeah, I agree. While I understand the 'Challenge', the[i] I'll never know till I try[/i] philosophy, I think it's pretty bad form to accept a gig for an instrument you've 'NEVER played'. It [i]may[/i] work out, but there is every possibility it will be a disaster. [/quote] That sounds a bit like that time I offered to be Macca's sound engineer for the Olympics opening ceremony. I mean, how hard could it be? Turns out you can't polish a turd.

Heroin?

Yeah, horses for courses, chief - wasn't a dig. Just my observation that, probably, the few times we've gone from "Hey, I've got 20 mins - can you do me a favour?" to "Yeah, you guys have 45 mins tonight, enjoy!" have probably been at the hands of people with problems of their own 3 x 45 sounds like a wedding gig; and I'd want those rates, for the effort. For everything else, here's 30 minutes and now I want to go and have a beer with my mates and watch the next band

I like this

Grieve then move on.

[quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1343720337' post='1753992'] Why do you think.... Thomann are a competitor.... If you were in their shoes and your customer had bought some kit from your competitor and then came to you when it went tits up because you're local.... how would you feel? [/quote] Business is business. If you have the capability to perform the repair, and the capacity to service the customer... then why not? It's business, cash in - since I'm assuming Thomann would fund any work required? In fact, if you know their tolerances, you could make a little extra Also, a chance to impress the customer and explain to them the advantages of trying and buying locally. So, yes - have your peev that they didn't buy the guitar from you in the first place; but get the business if you can, as it will all add up in the end.

That sounds awesome, Rich. Your step-dad > my dad. I think mine is planning on leaving me some gambling debts in his will, or something.

Got the video working, and it all sounded good to me. I still have a soft spot for this song, and you did it justice

[quote name='Evil Undead' timestamp='1343569634' post='1752145'] P.S. I told you I have hooters and am very overweight! [/quote] Just like half of Basschat!

Hmm... I'm always a bit dubious about promoters who ask for more; and more; [i]and more[/i]... In some ways, you have a set - and that's crafted to give the best performance. Tinkering with it doesn't always produce the results you want. However, it sounds like you've got it sorted. Where we have had to extend the set we've done much the same - picked a choice cover or two, and put some effort into a combination of revamping older material or finishing those songs "nearly there". I wouldn't consider adding any more banter or gaps into the proceedings. Could go very wrong. I'd rather repeat a song than add in a couple of minutes of padding.

Good post, Dood. Indeed, would the term "sponsorship" not better reflect a company's activities?

I have a Guinness sponsorship.

Bloody hell, we can't be having the [i]Yorkshire[/i] bass bash in Manchester!!! Call it the [i]Manc Bash[/i] and be done - you might also attract more interest

Wow, sounds a great price. Definitely on the list for a go... just not seeing beyond the 'Rays at the moment.