Cyrene

Nick bought my Fender p covers in a swift, hassle free deal. happy new year mate.

can only reiterate the above. Thanks Colin!

Jaguar?

It does make perfect sense and I can hear exactly what you're saying. The problem I have at this venue is that there's a pretty rapid turnaround (especially at this xmas event!) so once I'm given the plug, you have minimal time to get going. Additionally, once I start playing I can barely hear myself because the monitors are situated in front of me pointing out to a crowded room; I have nothing projecting from behind me. I will continue to work on my tone alone and then be confident that in these situations all is well and good even when I can't hear myself! Thanks for the advice

Thanks. Would that be something I could control when the bass is plugged in through the sound desk?

Hi all. Thanks for your responses as they are all really appreciated. I'm quite a reticent sort: I'm gonna work on being more forward in the band and have a tendency to take the 'top' of my tone in these situations. Perhaps it is a fear of getting in the way. Actually, the PA always has the bass way back in the mix yet the audience generally tell me they could hear every note. I played the evening before with my amp behind me and it felt better a I can't really hear myself at these open mic sessions. I know exactly where you're coming from though. It's early day; we only meet up once very few weeks due to various constraints. We are trying to choose more material that lets the percussive, driving quality of the bass through. Thanks again

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Jag CP HH.... 6 string.... :ducksforcover: