JoeS

Blimey, that does surprise me. Although having said that, that might explain why the loops were so tight live!

[quote name='thumbo' post='61153' date='Sep 16 2007, 01:51 PM']They're absolute loop-pedal monsters, I didn't realise how much they looped stuff until I saw them kicking their Headrush's on and off all the time. That's where their massive sound comes from.[/quote] I thought exactly the same thing, I assumed that the recordings were simply layered and that live they'd be more "stripped down" but all the looping really added another element to the show IMO.

I went to the Water Rats gig and I was absolutely blown away. After hearing the tracks on their MySpace I wasn't really prepared for them to be so heavy, especially with there only being three of them, but I was really impressed. Had a little chinwag with the guitarist afterwards and he seemed like a top bloke, I can't wish them enough success for the future. Definitely a band to keep your eye on over the coming months.

In Tenerife, thoroughly pissed, sunburnt and knackered. With the band.

Exactly what I wanted to hear, cheers Rich.

Right, it's high time I got some new strings. Trouble is, the last set of D'Addario EXLs (long scale) I put on my Warwick weren't long enough so I had to raise the nut to get rid of all the buzz. Basically, because of the two-piece bridge the string starts to taper too soon at the headstock end, leaving the string nearly lying on the frets. I'm sure it will, but does anyone know for sure if using super long scale strings will solve the problem? Cheers.

I'd also like to add that my rig was all bought and paid for by me from money earned by doing either paper rounds or mind-numbing shop assistant-type jobs. It's good to see so many (supposedly lazy, good-for-nothing) young people here working hard for themselves rather than taking the easy route of simply relying on others.

Most famous band I've played with is Devil Sold His Soul, around October last year. Was supposed to have a gig with Spunge tonight as well, but they've pulled out.

[quote name='Finbar' post='51091' date='Aug 26 2007, 11:49 PM']Mike was on Cash In The Attic! Discuss.[/quote] Hahaha, I remember watching that, classic daytime-TV viewing (I too was, at that time, on MX). Good to see you here, Mike.

Not really starting out, and quite old for a teenager, but here's my gear: Apologies for the quality, taken on my phone.

I've only ever been to SoundControl once (Oxford Street) and that was mainly to see Marcus Miller. I did have a quick browse after the clinic but there didn't seem to much in the way of a bass department (that said, a lot of the shop was roped off because of the clinic, so it's possible that there had been some stock hidden or even removed from the shop floor - they didn't exactly seem to be doing "business as usual"). If I was passing again I'd still pop in and have a look around, but I don't really go up to London all that much and there's not another branch anywhere round here.

One brand for all three - Warwick (SSII, Hellborg amps and EMPs) Different brands - Warwick (SSII), Aguilar (DB750 + 8810) and D'Addario (XL nickels).

Used to be 100% fingerstyle when I started, nowadays I use either fingers or a pick depending on the feel/sound I need for the song.

Bognor Rox isn't related to BilliRox, is it? Welcome back, by the way.

Another bass player from Sussex, and one with impeccable taste in basses if I do say so myself Hi, Nic.

Thanks for the welcomes, guys. Don't think I've actually ever been to Southwater, or even know anyone that lives there. Guess that probably about sums it up Mark - Thanks again, much appreciated.

I've never got on with Jazz basses, something about them doesn't seem right. Also, no matter how many I play I can never get used to the pencil-thin necks on Ibanez SRs. A Ric 4003 is pretty much my dream bass (looks and sound-wise), but reading this thread has got me worried about trying one now...

This here Warwick Corvette:

Lately, Mastodon (Troy Sanders) and SikTh (James Leach). Two of the best metal bands around today IMO, with more than capable bass players.

Another +1 for James Leach, absolutely gutted the singers are leaving (even more gutted I'm missing TWO dates of their last tour thanks to going on holiday, ridiculous idea). Jeff Caxide of Isis as well, never seem to see him talked about.

If those SRX's had fatter necks I'd be out to get one in a heartbeat, great basses IME. That Jazz looks great as well, can't beat vintage white/tort on a Fender if you ask me. Nice collection.

For me, it's a toss-up between Tool (Justin Chancellor) and Isis (Jeff Caxide), Tool probably edge it since I've been listening to them for longer. Then again, Caxide has had more of an influence on my bass playing than Chancellor, so I'd say it's pretty even. I'll always have a soft spot for Incubus and RHCP as well.

I'm interested, but also on holiday (never thought I'd pull a face like that when talking about going on holiday). Thanks for the heads-up though, make it a good'un so I can come to the second one

6U of rack taken up by 2U of Behringer V-amp Pro and 3U of "Hollywood" poweramp, which leaves 1U spare. Time to get me some lights, perhaps...