Rosie C
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Cheapest "ergonomically safe" and "decent" EUB
Rosie C replied to Paolo85's topic in EUB and Double Bass
I could have written this post. I bought a "Gear 4 Music" branded EUB which looks much like a Stagg one. The only way to play it that I could find was squeezing with my LH thumb - something my teacher called "strangling the goose" or something, and said would cause tendon problems. I bought an NS stand from Thomann and fitted that - it was better, but still not the same as an acoustic upright. In the end I sold it and now have a cheap 3/4 acoustic which can be played in the recommended "pulling from the elbow" way. -
I sold SimBass a bow quiver. Very smooth transaction, good communication, I'm happy to recommend!
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I spy *TWO* Goldtone mandocellos, very impressive!
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Somewhere in between I suppose. I don't do Facebook much now, but I am very careful what photos I upload - only ones where I look good (or as good as I can expect) and I tend to post positive stuff, not really because I want to curate a perfect-looking life, just I'm not sure anyone wants to hear about it.
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I definitely owe you a beer if we ever meet, as your recommendation is perfect, and a fraction of the cost
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You had me with "80s Goth"... I'll check it out later!
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Thanks! That looks very similar the the Sennheiser ones. I'm amazed the SM57/58 is that old, I thought they were a relic from the 1980s.
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I think I will have to go with something like that, thanks!
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Likewise, we use E835 & E845 mics. I prefer the way they sound for my vocals to the SM57 that we used before. The only downside I've found is finding mic stand clips - I've lost one and can't find a replacement.
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I got the same excuses. The weird thing is my previous insurers didn't mind me doing gigs for free, just not doing gigs for money - so they weren't objecting to carrying gear or being parked at the back of pubs late at night. Enquiries with my previous insurance company revealed they took a very dim view of musicians and would cancel my insurance if I took a paid gig. I figured if I ended up in an accident that resulted in a big claim, and the police recorded the remains of my car had a PA, double bass etc. then the insurance people might try to wriggle out of paying up by saying I'd breached the terms of the insurance. Once insurance company suggested I claim to be a music teacher! Another said that being a music student could reasonably be expected to involve an occasional paid gig. But in the end I did find a mainstream insurer who gave me a good quote despite declaring "part time work as a musician".
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Result! All going to plan, ours is going on Friday - being collected by a local church. It's been going to them for six months, so it's been a bit of a saga.
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Hodge bought a double bass from me. I found him very easy to deal with, easy and clear communications. All good!
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In 1985 I wasn't old enough to have a car, I was still listening to bands like Duran Duran and Ultravox that I'd been listening to throughout my early teens, but I was starting to listen to other bands like A-ha and INXS.
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I'd like an XLR balanced output on my bass, but it'll never happen as pedals and amps would all have to change
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3/4 "slimline" double bass - *SOLD*
Rosie C replied to Rosie C's topic in EUBs & Double Basses For Sale
Hi Kate, I've sent you a PM! -
I bought this double bass in May 2020, learning double bass through 'lockdown'. It's a 3/4, made in Romania and sold by Thomann. It is a "slimline" style with laminated construction. I found it easier to get started on, and it's a fair bit easier to move around than my other upright. When I bought it I was recovering from a back injury and It's spent some time with Martin's Violin's in Caerphilly where it was set up a whole lot better than it came from Thomann's workshop, and had the bridge converted to adjustable. Condition is generally good, there are a couple of chips on the top of the scroll and a couple of marks on the front by the tailstock - see photos. The strings - E and D I'm unsure of the make, the A and G are new Evah Pirazzi's that I fitted earlier this year. I was part way through replacing them all when I decided to quit playing arco and reduce the number of uprights I have. * A padded Hidersine double bass bag is included. * A Realist Copperhead pickup is included in the price. I've only swapped it on today, so some of the photos show a Realist Lifeline pickup fitted (which is NOT INCLUDED in the sale) More details at https://www.thomann.de/gb/thomann_slim_line_double_bass_europe_1.htm - do read the reviews, it gets good feedback. Collection only from Chepstow, UK. I'm happy to provide practice space, an amp and tea/coffee while you try it out, but you'll need to bring your own bow!
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Here for sale is my Orange Crush 35B. I bought it second hand last year, but recently I bought a Crush 25B which is a bit easier to carry around, so it's now redundant. Technically it's a practice amp but it's fairly loud and I've used it for rehearsals and a couple of big band gigs over the last year. It's all working. There's no major to the case but there are a few paint spots and minor marks - see photos! Comes complete with mains cable. Collection only from Chepstow, where you'll have a chance to try it out and make sure all is well. I do travel around the country a bit, so may be able to meet up somewhere. Edit: I'm happy to consider offers! -
Black leather bow quiver for double bass. Great condition, not needed anymore as I don't bow anymore. Collection from Chepstow, or I can post to UK addresses. made & sold by Bass Bags - https://www.bassbags.co.uk/product/black-double-bass-bow-quiver/ -
Joel bought an IEM amplifier from me. No problems at all, a pleasure doing business with.
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There is a middle-way. I'm currently studying for a music degree at the Open University - it's distance learning, and can be done part-time (16 hours per week) over six years. I happen to be a "mature" student, but I think it would have worked well for me when I was younger.
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My first band - yes - we played a gig in London (a bit deal for a little band from South Wales), thought we were making it, but our singer got military call-up. Second band - no - I objected to a song on the set list. The rest of the band agreed to take it off. But then played it at the gig anyway. I quit on the spot. Third band - yes - a combination of serious illness and a new child on the way in the space of 3-4 weeks, everyone went their own ways.
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This is how mine arrived. It was during covid lockdown and as I watched it unload I had this awful sinking feeling of "what have I done?!" ... if it was so large it needed to come by forklift!
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Today's gig - playing as part of a weekend-long fundraiser for Noah’s Ark children’s hospital . I'm loving how (a) I look about 6" taller than everyone else in the band (b) I've been captured in a rare "playing beyond the 4th fret" moment This is likely my last outing in a rock covers band. I've done all the gigs I signed up for, but heading in a more acoustic direction now.
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I injured my back in my 20s, it seemed to recover but in my thirties I messed up my left leg pretty badly and the imbalance from that brought the back problems back. 20 years on it's a matter of managing it rather than fixing it. Regular exercise definitely helps - walking and Pilates. When it was particularly bad I bought a Höfner violin bass - they're only about 4lbs, but still have a fat bass sound, and a GR Bass graphite cab - also very lightweight. I have a decent stool and have used on stage, and I've had to learn to ask for help from band members with lifting stuff - hard as I have an independent streak and prefer to struggle on if I can. But keeping going does help - my mood can drop quite low if my back goes, often the best thing for me is to keep going as best I can.
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While I like the tone of Orange amps (I have three) I have to admit the colour played a part in my purchasing decisions. I'm currently wearing an orange checked work shirt too. Unsure what my lizard brain associates it with, but I love the colour.
