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It's just one of those sweet lines - Midnight train to Georgia by Gladys Night and the Pips As played by Bob Babbit T

Why, thank you Shep. That SA450 is going nowhere without me. Period. Definately one of my better buys. Thanks for everything today, including the intro. to an area of sound I'd like to explore more, now I've been shown how it's done. No worries dealing with Shep folks. Sound. Cheers Tom

This is a great day. Why ? Went to Nottingham today and collected a Markbass SA450 from Shep. Yes, got it !!! Better still, we went to a local friendly place where I could hear the SA450 properly. It was everything I expected and I'm totally chuffed. And I didn't get lost in Nottingham. But Shep made the day, being a generous host with his time and also his kit. Well met. Welcome for a beer at mine anytime. Nice one Shep ! Cheers Tom

Hi there You could go for the option of strengthening your back with the aid of a physio, if that's appropriate for you to do. Not the quick fix, but it could potentially open up your options T

Speed King, deep purple You know it rocks !! T

Apologies to billphreets. This is not a personal attack on him, as I realise he is acting with goodwill to all B.C.'ers. In fact, I applaude the will for genuine help and I will support it in any way I can. However, as the saying goes, the way to hell is paved with good intentions. Good vibes to you all T

This is potentially dangerous. Do no take this advice. If you have concerns about your health or any part of your body, seek the advice of a qualified health care professional who can examine you and offer you the best advice for [u]you.[/u] I can appreciate that many musicians think that some things are common knowledge. Some are. But many are not. You only have one body. This life is not a rehearsal for another one. (this is not a religious statement). If you take this advice, it will be cold comfort for you when you discover you have been addressing the wrong problem at some point in the future. You are human, not a machine. Your needs are individual to you. Make sure you get the advice that is best for [u]you[/u] I do know about these things and work in this field T Edit: anyone that has concerns in these matters can PM me. I am frequently very busy, so might take a short time to get back to you. However, I will answer all genuine enquiries. T

[quote name='AussieBassman' post='722666' date='Jan 23 2010, 10:13 PM']we've been let down one too many times by the manager at one of our regular gigs (double booking) and I want to suggest to him that I take over the responsibility for booking the entertainment at his pub. I am happy to do the work but I don't want to be financially liable if a band doesn't show up. has anybody else been in this situation and if so how did you protect yourself?[/quote] Foget him as a loser. Don't waste your time dealing with as**oles that don't have any respect for you in the first place. You're worth it T

[quote name='waynepunkdude' post='722625' date='Jan 23 2010, 09:43 PM']My dad used to go out with a lady in the estate opposite, I remember playing football in the snow at 5AM on that bit of grass by the road.[/quote] Who else was playing football at 5 am ? T

[quote name='waynepunkdude' post='722586' date='Jan 23 2010, 08:54 PM']Jesus that area brings back memories.[/quote] wayne, you have mail T

[quote name='molan' post='722587' date='Jan 23 2010, 08:56 PM']My old neck of the woods too (although i guess on the borders). Lived in High Barnet for a while then East Barnet. There's a rehearsal space right on top of New Southgate Station if you know it?[/quote] I know that one and have used the trace Gp11 with the nail in the board as a volume control limiter. Also had fun with the vocal feedback too. T

Yes, I'm still into it and will be PM'ing you very soon wayne, along with some others. Stuff has been happening off thread developing a committee for the event. Venue is currently under discussion. Still determined to make this happen and more will be coming soon T

Would the pedal be able to take the wattage delivered by the output of the amp ? sounds like the pedal was designed to handle the very much smaller signal that is emitted by a guitar. Just a thought T

What a rich seam eh ?

Die ? That would be the LAST thing I would do !! T

[quote name='retroman' post='720208' date='Jan 21 2010, 03:27 PM']No probs T, I'll look at the link you posted, and have a go at it tonight for "Road Crew", you need to tune down half a step The "slower" version of the song is on the classic "Ace Of Spades" album. Actually, "Ace Of Spades" is another goodun![/quote] Yessir. Looked at that. Tried the Toronto live gig one and the studio one too. When you mention the chord, do you mean a combination of 'A' flat and 'E' flat ? do you use a pick with that or your thumb or something else ? cheers T

I've used a catch- o-matic over the last 15 yrs with no problems at all. Grips the guitar when you put it in and has a four prong base to prevent it falling over. If I lost mine, I would search the planet for a new one. Never come across a better solution to date. Without exceptions. Used to get them from the bass centre at Wapping. Not sure where now. T

[quote name='retroman' post='720182' date='Jan 21 2010, 02:53 PM']Mr Metalhead to you!! "We Are The Road Crew" by Motorhead. Damned fast, and it's all chords on the bass. Normally have smoke coming off my forearm after that one! [/quote] Well met, Mr. Metalhead You try mine and I'll try yours T

I've noticed from time to time that an urge comes over me to challenge my bass playing endurance. The songs can be fast, complicated or agile etc and frequently go on for ages. Some are shorter than others, but my arm always burns by the time I'm done. The challenge is to keep on playing and not let up, not even for a second. Stay on the pulse and play each note with as much vigour as you did the last, if that's what it takes. Is there something, some song, that challenges the bass playing warrior spirit in you ? some task that you do that makes you put your arm in the fire ? For openers, here's one of mine. It's Homebound train by Bon Jovi and goes on for over five minutes almost without a pause. I play the bass line as I hear it mimicking the guitar with the obvious exceptions. Here's the link [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDh4TkGVaWY"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDh4TkGVaWY[/url] Will you take my challenge ?? What's your challenge ? I expect there will be some metalheads replying to this one ! T

[quote name='Commando Jack' post='719914' date='Jan 21 2010, 10:55 AM']My personal view is, like pitch, that tempo should fluctuate: enough to make it human, and not enough that it detracts from the song. I'd also say that playing in front of, or behind the beat deliberately is valid and can add to the song immensely. However, IME less experienced musicians will slow down or speed up because they think you're slowing down, then accuse you of slowing the song down! I'll also just leave this link [url="http://musicmachinery.com/2009/03/02/in-search-of-the-click-track/"]here[/url] for everyone who believes that tempo should always remain constant, and link to the [url="http://static.echonest.com/bpmexp/bpmexp.html"]Echo Nest BPM Explorer[/url], in case anyone wants to try out some of their own recordings. P.S. Slowing the song down gradually over time because you're getting tired is not valid in my eyes. If the song needs a steady tempo, play one![/quote] +1 to a lot of this. Yes, varying tempo as a deliberate tool can be very effective. However, I've also heard some try to use this reason as an excuse for poor musicianship. To me at least, it's always pretty clear what's really going on. T

[quote name='chris_b' post='719836' date='Jan 21 2010, 09:29 AM']The drummers I play with are always spot on. The only tempo problems are usually when a guitarist has started the number too fast! All criticism should be constructive but if some one in the band can't keep to the tempo they have to be told. Problems have to be put right and no one in a band should be above learning and improving.[/quote] A very fair comment. It's not always the drummer and no-one is perfect. T

thought you were talking about virgil and parker