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[quote name='risingson' timestamp='1386092732' post='2295646'] First time in my life I've ended up in a casino... [/quote] Oh aye, all "beginner's luck", eh? Having met Risingson, I'll confirm he's a top bloke, though he's yet to gamble any of my money, I hope

[quote name='thodrik' timestamp='1386013121' post='2294636'] Start listening and watching stoner doom bands. A Rickenbacker bass tuned to C (or below) is semi-obligatory with a lot of those bands. Start with Sleep and Kyuss (Reeder era) and go from there. There is a Stoner/Doom thread on Talkbass and I bet that there is a bunch of guys who use Ricks. The guitarist in Arch Enemy has another band called Spiritual Beggars, and I'm pretty sure that the bass on all the early albums is on Rickenbacker as well. [/quote] Oh yes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKqoNrZ00Bg

[quote name='xilddx' timestamp='1385935407' post='2293910'] Blimey it's quiet in ere. Obviously not very impressive. Maybe it needs a new title .. [/quote] I thought, given the guitar context, that you'd be trying to channel Jimi... close but no biscuit, eh? His playing style is cute. You talk about the composition having some items lacking - but I wondered if part of that isn't in the nature of such. They tend to cover certain ground, and maybe don't cater for all tastes. Wonder if he has more vids - wouldn't mind seeing him try something else with a bit more soul to it, if you get me.

This was not the thread the title led me to believe Pursuit of perfection perhaps? We're a fickle bunch, dealing with a highly commodotised product - it postively encourages chopping and changing, of all types

A very popular book, I should note

I never took to them, to be honest - but some great playing throughout their catalogue; no denying that they could put a song together.

That's me wrong, then - I thought John Birch, too

[quote name='Spoombung' timestamp='1385897571' post='2293222'] What a shame hardly anyone on the forum seems to know about the competition... or maybe they do know but are not interested in listening to other people's music and don't feel like voting? Who knows? Anyway, as far as I'm concerned it's what it's all about in the end: making and producing music...not 'what strings do you use?' and all that stuff! [/quote] I notice it, Spoombung - I just don't believe I could compete, so it's kept me well away in the past. Funkjohn, let me know how you get on at Argos. Am looking forward to your composition - I wonder if it will be more EMF or ELC

[quote name='simon1964' timestamp='1385898505' post='2293249'] It can be frustrating fending off assumptions about real Rickenbackers, because of their origin. So at least Rockinbetter got that bit right! [/quote] You know my opinion, Simon. Fine basses; poor leadership

Had some work done on a bass by Matt. Superb work, as always, and a top guy to deal with. Thanks Matt!

Wow, that brings back memories! My first bass was something like that exact model - a 90s Encore P-bass; made out of dark matter or depleted uranium, it was a heavy thing!

Tried gloves, matey? There are all kinds of medical ones for the circulation. I broke my hand and arm years ago, and I can feel the cold right in the old breaks! Better than any weather forecast for knowing when snow is coming.

Sorry lads, I didn't spot this group until I'd already joined the work one - some worthy efforts all-round, though, and some cash raised for a good cause. Think I'm going to miss mine - and some regrets for not trying to Winnfield, and getting the sideys in on the action!

YMMW

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1385851065' post='2292941'] Ask Clarky, he'll tell you. [/quote] I actually snorted!

In your opinion

b3ta.com, anyone? stonerobixxx.net I quite like - totally fits my musical preferences, lots of new bands to listen to.

[quote name='BetaFunk' timestamp='1385848863' post='2292912'] I'm sure that you'll notice a few if you look long enough. [/quote] Unless that his arbitrary opinion that we don't have any?

[quote name='Immo' timestamp='1385835829' post='2292736'] The only fault on my part is that I express my opinion on Behringer stuff, often without any arguments... I guess when an amp dies after 1 minute of playing, a person could be prejudiced, especially when hearing some similar news from colleagues. But anyway, I apologise. [/quote] Is that arbitrary, though? Or simply relating your experience? I think it might be open to accusation if you said [i]all [/i]Behringers were poor; but I think you're allowed to recount your experiences, no?

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1385821675' post='2292543'] Not good. Ibanez or their distributer will probably claim that the ragged edge is due to the nature of the top wood used, but IMO if you can't get a smooth cut edge out of the wood it shouldn't be used for making instruments. [/quote] I think that's probably a fair call. Always best to trust your instinct on calls like this - if you feel unsure about it, then you don't need us to tell you.

Ooh, I like the Beedster - glad you're enjoying it

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1385562323' post='2289658'] Sound is very subjective. You may well hear a difference, but whether you think it is an improvement depends on your own personal taste! [/quote] A very good call, Conan - and, of course, as more knowledgeable posters than me have commented, there are lot of other factors involved in producing your sound. The woods involved; the playing; the amp; the room; etc! So, maybe it's best for me just to confess that this is just my subjective opinion - but I quite like them. When I did my Shuker course I elected to go with Barts - and I think (totally subjective, and you'll have to bear with my choice of words) that they sound quite, well, [i]dark[/i]

[quote name='lee4' timestamp='1385410255' post='2288001'] Love the look of the EVO. Perhaps a double 'bucker version should be produced(Warwick $$ pup placement?). [/quote] Now that would be an idea. I'll admit, I am quite intrigued by the Evo - the Miller version looks particularly clean. And, again, it's a good price point to give something a try.