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[quote name='Maude' timestamp='1449927798' post='2928068'] And another insinuation that if you aren't a fan or don't appreciate Jacos contribution then you can't even be a half decent player. The comments of others, in and out of the music business, would suggest I'm at least a half decent player yet Jaco has never registered on my radar. I have, since this thread, listened to him but along with Stanley Clarke his music makes me whince. Whether he's 'all that' or not I don't care, but you don't have to to be a 'half decent player'. Most of the players held up as 'bass gods' on heres music ranges from being strongly disliked by me to making me recoil when I hear it, bar a couple, but that's not a problem as there's masses of other music for me to enjoy. [/quote] Pretty much my thoughts too Maude.
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Who do you prefer vocally - The Who or The Beatles?
40hz replied to The-Ox's topic in General Discussion
[quote name='The-Ox' timestamp='1449792755' post='2927021'] nice one! is that the one down the road from Tara house? [/quote] It's the Crown and Cushion hotel in Chipping Norton, few pics on the walls of him (and Daltrey) living it large in the bar. Awesome. -
Who do you prefer vocally - The Who or The Beatles?
40hz replied to The-Ox's topic in General Discussion
The Beatles! Paul's voice is just so much YES! 'Oh Darling' springs to mind. The dynamics in that song are fabulous. For the record I also absolutely love The Who. Moony used to own the pub I drink in back in the 60's! -
2013 Spector Euro 4 SE5 bought from Bass Direct 5 months ago in absolutely mint unmarked condition. All maple body and thru-neck with rosewood board. Chrome hardware. 2 band Tonepump circuit with adjustable trimpot EMG P/J pickups. Brass nut. Straplocks and Gator ProGo case. Bass weight is a comfy 8lbs 12oz. This Euro SE5 is different to the standards in that it has an all maple construction, so is a lot more faithful to the original NS2. Punchy, hi-fi, piano-like tone that really pokes out in the mix and is capable of quite unbelievable growl, as all good Spectors are. Extremely versatile tone capability from the P/J EMG'S. Stunning with a pick and a quite monstrous slap tone, there's literally nothing these basses don't excel at. Open to trades but need to free up some cash so looking for one of the following plus ££ my way. Musicman Stingray/USA SUB/Ray34ca Warwick Thumb Warwick Streamer LX Fender Marcus Miller (under 9.25lbs, my previous exp of the Japanese ones are that they can be HEAVY!) Collection preferred due to value and would want any prospective buyer to actually play over the bass before parting with cash. I am based in Chipping Norton. However, I am happy to meet or deliver within a large radius for small petrol costs. Cheers! Pics [url="http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/flea100/library/Mobile%20Uploads?sort=3&page=1"]http://s1194.photobu...s?sort=3&page=1[/url] Due to the bass serial number not being numbered 1-30 (as it is supposed to be being a limited edition SE5) I emailed PJ at Spector and recieved this response. "hello, thank you for the email. I am glad that you are enjoying your Spector bass! qty 30 of those Euro4LX LE basses were made for the USA distributor, these were numbered 1 of 30, 2 of 30, etc. two additional basses were made at that time for outside the USA and these did not have the special numbering. you have one of these basses. I hope this info helps. have a great weekend! PJ" -
A Musicman Sterling in blue with a maple neck and under 8lbs, cheers Santa!
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[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1449698089' post='2926163'] I admire his playing and talent, but liove.......no. [/quote] I was poking fun at another thread ambient
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You must all love Jamerson as I do! And if you don't! You aren't a bass player!
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[quote name='Truckstop' timestamp='1449658353' post='2925579'] They all sound the same. Vintage Fenders are no better than modern Fenders. It's a myth and, in fact, according to Basschats very own tests, the Mark Hoppus J/P Signature is the best Precision around. Invest the money on a good rig. That'll get you on your way to the sound in your head more than a vintage instrument ever will. Play a £2k instrument through a £50 amp and it'll sound just as rubbish as an EBay beginner bass does. Best of luck! [/quote] I agree, a P pretty much sounds like a P. The differences I've heard between vintage and non vintage are negligible. Although the late 70's ones seem to sound a bit more ballsy, it's as basic a design as it gets really. Go down the amp route to get that vintagey sound.
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Has anyone actually tried to enter dialogue with him? And let him know that this POS is worth absolutely nothing?. That said I've followed it for so long I'm becoming strangely attracted to it
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I had the 800w version of this cab and the paint on it flaked off if you so much as glanced at it. That little mark will be the least of your worries after a few gigs! Great sounding cab though and for that money it's a no brainer!
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The Trace V8 is my holy grail. One day I may be lucky enough!
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[quote name='blue' timestamp='1449537862' post='2924522'] If you don't get Jaco's talent,you might want to consider taking up a different instrument. Bass guitar is not for everyone. Aimless noodling, WTF? Blue [/quote] So OP should give up bass because he doesn't like Jaco? Absolute twaddle.
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Jaco does nothing for me, sorry! A genius yes and outrageously talented but game changer? Nah. Jamerson for me, did that on bass.
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[quote name='Deedee' timestamp='1449404238' post='2923167'] I'm a self confessed Trace bitch! I've tried lots of amps but still go back to my Gp12SMX's. I do think it's worth pointing out that Trace amps, certainly the older SMX models, can produce a huge range of sounds. I've been to gigs where the bass sounds sh*te but I wouldn't blame the TE amp, I'd blame the player for setting it up that way. Even just the 2 pre shapes available are like chalk and cheese but once you switch those off and go for the graphic, the sound options are almost endless from the fantastic to the horrifically bad. [/quote] Well said deedee. I think the presets sound dreadful and too many Trace users, use them solely. If you switch them off and go through the graphic only, there is almost limitless tone shaping. All backed up by that clear Trace growl. Peavey are crazy for letting a name that still holds so much weight (pun intended!) in the bass world just stagnate and fall by the wayside. We need modern Trace products. Micro heads and lightweight cabs!
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I am an all Markbass bitch too! But damn I miss my Trace . My GP12SMX was crushingly good. So much more authority to the tone than any amp I've ever used.
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Larry is the boss, probably only one of 3 bass players who can make slap bass sound good. The mans groove and vibe is unparalleled. A true pioneer.
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I just bought a Markbass 122 ny and paid exactly the amount converted into £'s. No hidden charges anywhere. Postage was free. Edit - this was with a standard visa debit card.
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But which crate is best for metal?
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Not very scientific I know, but I always sort of expect most used bass gear to be around half and a bit (5/8th's?). Quite specific I know xD. Down the years IME that's what most stuff goes for (certainly what I've shifted) and IMO, I think that is about right.
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[quote name='Machines' timestamp='1448191706' post='2913500'] I'm confused here. Any bass will work. Except a Hofner. [/quote] This
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Never live, I like total control of my sound from my hands. The studio, yes.
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FWIW I gig a Markbass LM250 Blackline through a GK MBE-II 410 (4ohm). I've played this setup at a massive outdoor stage (Brizefest) and numerous larger venues and not struggled for clean loud tone. That is also nowhere near maxed out too, plenty on tap in reserve. Funny how this would be considered a 'low power' setup. Edit - not quite so clean with the Spector . That thing is growl central!
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If you're going through necks at that rate then I'd suggest a Status graphite neck replacement!! My Standard Mexi Jazz has had 5 years of hard abuse and the necks still immaculate!
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I would really like them if it wasn't for that twatt!
40hz replied to ubit's topic in General Discussion
[quote name='Huge Hands' timestamp='1446736815' post='2901891'] I always had this dilemma with Jamiroquai...... Loved the music though (at least until Stu Zender left). [/quote] This x100! -
Cliched as hell, but I loved the first 4 albums. They were my favourite band in that era and then somewhere around 'In Your Honour' they turned into MOR stadium rock by numbers borefest that they are today. Shame really. Still respect them tremendously however and Dave Grohl is a legend.
