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oldslapper

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  1. I'm after a case for my Bassix EUB, it came with a fluffy fleece lined bag, but I'm out with it a lot and really want a case. I can't seem to see anything out there. Anyone seen anything suitable? Cheers. John
  2. 1x Fostex class 2 transformer 12v 600mA model AD-12A 1x Fostex switching adaptor 12v 1300mA nodel AD12-1300 Both unused, bought but wrong type for my use. free (or donation to basschat) to a good, bad or ugly home.
  3. [quote name='Bilbo' post='922868' date='Aug 12 2010, 03:42 PM']That's my point. IMO, it has to rest with your fellow musicians. In the case of your jazz band, your friends are clearly happy enough to work with you: it may be you have good time and a good sound and they feel able to wait for the rest to come. If your time was all over the place, you would probably have known about it already. But you have to proceed with some caution because, sometimes, the 'old school' can be delusional and project all sorts of kudos on to your playing that isn't deserved. I used to play with an old guy a long time ago who thought I was the dogs danglies. Not because I was but because he [i]thought[/i] I was. He was a lovely guy and very enthusiastic (he apparently turned down a guitar gig with The Shadows before they became famous and has been kicking himself ever since) but his standards were very low. If you are surrounded by people like him, it can distort your own perspective on your playing (small town hero kind of thing). But, if they are credible players, they can take you forward absolutely. As for yardstick, in my case there was a bl**dy great elephant in the room. I didn't need a ruler .[/quote] The parts I have to play are pretty simple, 2 to the bar really, the occasional tri-tone substitution to make things interesting, so probably not as demanding as the stuff you play Bilbo. But as you said, I passed the audition because of my feel and timing apparently. And I'm slightly exaggerating my "noobness".
  4. [quote name='Doddy' post='922967' date='Aug 12 2010, 05:41 PM']It's not just a jazz thing.There are players and bands in every genre that have delusions of adequacy. The big difference though,is that in rock music you can become very successful by being very mediocre.[/quote] Good point. I like the "delusions of adequacy", brilliant. John
  5. Indeed you are Bilbo. This is a great topic. I wonder if it is a Jazz thing? I play in 3 different "outfits" and the attitude of the band members differs greatly. 8 piece function band.....Me, singer and the drummer learn our parts, rehearse them. The rest are lazy and the 3 of us get frustrated with the rest, but we gig regularly because we "entertain" and get booked by guests at whatever wedding/party we play at. It's a mystery to me why, coz I think we're sloppy and sh*@. But I am a tart and take the money and run. 3 piece originals post punk/pop/rock band. We have to be tight as there's no hiding place, but that's generally because the drummer and I drive the singer/writer to work on song arrangements. I love this band as I get to write/arrange/record/perform my own material. 4 piece Jazz jazz group. These guys are in there 60's and really care about every nuance of every chord/phrase and have played with some great jazz artists. I "brick it" more often when we gig, as I'm out of my comfort zone. But I've learned more from the this lot and the other 2 bands put together. They have also been very gracious to me and helped me improve and have not thrown me out when I've got it wrong as they know this 49 year old "kid" still believes he is learning his trade. There is a big difference between rehearsing material until it is part of you, and gigging it until it's part of you. When you face that audience for the first time, some fall apart, despite sounding great in the practice room. At what point do you say I am ready I wonder? Who judges? Where's the yard stick? "Where's the b@@*+y off button on your computer, please press it" you are no doubt asking...I shall exit stage left .....thanks Mr B for a thought provoking thread. John
  6. Payment faster than the speed of smell.........pleasure to do business with you sir! John
  7. [quote name='Bilbo' post='922720' date='Aug 12 2010, 01:44 PM']So why is it a crime to say, quietly and away from the public's gaze, 'John. We love you but you're not cutting it, mate. Go see this teacher. Go improve your time. Go work on your chops. Come back when you are ready'.[/quote] Love you to Bilbo, and I will try and do better. John
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  10. [quote name='Ou7shined' post='922031' date='Aug 11 2010, 09:23 PM']PM'd re body, control plate and tuners[/quote] Replied. Cheers.
  11. [attachment=56339:DSC00911.JPG][attachment=56340:DSC00912.JPG] Bought a couple of jazz basses for parts recently, this is what is left over. All prices incl postage. Most stuff on Ebay, no reserve 99p starting, so bargain-y fun? Black jazz body, unknown make. SOLD Fretless neck with plate % bolts, rosewood board, unkown make £20.......on Ebay no reserve Set of Gotoh tuners for P or J SOLD Wilkinson black bridge, with chrome saddles £10............On Ebay no reserve Uk made Reflex neck pup £15...........On Ebay no reserve USA made Jackson bridge pup £15..........On Ebay no reserve Loaded chrome control plate with chrome dome knobs SOLD Set of Rotosound flat wound strings, not sure of gauge, but look new on the bass they came off, obviously cut to Jazz bass length. £10.........On Ebay no reserve
  12. [quote name='Bilbo' post='921506' date='Aug 11 2010, 12:34 PM']...Doddy paid his dues the way real musician do. His story is similar to mine and most musicians who are cutting it. Earn your wings before you fly in public. Amateurs belong in jam sessions and workshop bands not on proper gigs. If you are any good, the tutors spot you, word gets out and the phone starts to ring but you need to be ready to deliver at least at a competent level. Screwing up in public is not good for anyone......[/quote] Mmmm? Not sure about the amateurs comment, I know a lot of very competent amateurs....but I guess you mean poor players??" And I wish it was as simple as "your tutor spots you, you get recommended and the phone starts ringing...." I have a weird belief that screwing up in public can be good for you, as long as you learn from it and you are given the chance to redeem yourself. I like to see a student make a cock up in public, and see how they handle it, how they react, how it affects their attitude to practice/performance. It also can keep the humility levels at a reasonable level. I wouldn't expect them to be vilified, or chucked out. But all this "room" to fall over, dust yourself down, get up and improve only happens in the context of working with experienced/more competent players who have done the same and improved as a result. Really surprised at PM's about the thread tho'...I thought the forum was to post what you thought....then run off and sulk when you don't like the answer...it's what i do anyway ?? Anyway, love your passion Bilbo for what it's worth, and I reckon that I agree with the sentiment....just don't quite hit the same bar on a couple of the finer points. John
  13. You're right to maintain integrity Bilbo, it's important. The "jam" night scene is pretty healthy round here, so the good, the bad and the ugly get to play together quite a lot.........i fall into the last 2 categories by the way. Just hope you can still get alongside some "potential" and give some guidance, as you seem like someone who would be a good role model. Unlike the musical tart that is I...!
  14. I think it's a shame Bilbo. Bad musicians only improve by playing with better musicians.....(it's only an opinion folks so no shouting please)....so you may be denying someone the opportunity to improve by playing alongside someone as good as you.
  15. Yup, just joined, 50 next year, so thought I qualified! Looks good.
  16. Andy bought a bass from me. Great communications, and stress free transaction. Thanks. John
  17. [quote name='MB1' post='912894' date='Aug 2 2010, 03:17 PM']MB1. ...Looks like i picked a bad day to stop Snorting... Almond oats and More![/quote] Hello, hello. What's going on? What's all this shouting? We'll have no trouble here.
  18. Bump.....the "marks" on the bass are light reflections by the way, which is why they appear in the same place in 2 of the photos'. Open to reasonable offers. John
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  21. This is tempting me back to 5'ers. Really reminds me of my old Tribute 2500. Are they made in same place?
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