arthurhenry

Obvious comment, but not so long ago, all gigging gear stunk of smoke, as well as your skin, clothes and hair upon returning from a gig. Thank common sense those days are over. It took a good while for my kit to stop stinking after the smoking ban.

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1379871966' post='2217631'] Just to endorse this point , it is one thing (and quite often no easy thing) to learn and copy Pino's lines , but it another thing entirely to come up with those bass parts in the first place . I have been able to play Sting's bassline on "Walking On The Moon ", for example, since I was twelve years old , but I am still a million miles away from ever coming up with a hook like that myself , and probably never will . I am a firm beliver that serious practise is the only way to make improvement as a player , but there is a certain point where individual creativity and inspiration takes over . That is what makes it art , and usually what makes it beautiful . That said , when I see a great bass player , I don't think " I'll never be able to play like that " , even if in reality , I probably won't . It just makes me more enthusiastic and inspired to keep working to be a better player myself . [/quote] I think you've hit the nail on the head. It's all about remaining positive and enjoying your own playing.

I have never expressed this view upon seeing any bass player play because I fully believe that with the right amount of dedication, persistence and hard work, anyone can play anything that anyone else can play. I hear and read the phrase a lot though. If this is a realistic acknowledgement of lack of time, pressures of everyday life, etc. I understand. However, if it's due to a perceived lack of talent, or the idea that it would be impossible for one to reach a particular standard, I say that's rubbish.

[quote name='Mr. Foxen' timestamp='1379259648' post='2210457'] For big touring bands, I think using Ampeg is more about tour support than actually specifically wanting to use Ampeg. Wherever you go, there will be an Ampeg stockist to supply backline. Even bands that do this might still not trust them and carry an Ashdown head as backup though. [/quote] Regarding the mass defection from Ampeg in recent years (Wooten, W. Lee, Sheehan and more), apparently tour support and artist relations were part of the problem.

[quote name='RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE' timestamp='1378936144' post='2206867'] Haven't played the you tube clip yet .anyway, great album. Still can't understand the album cover. Pretty pony tbh, unless someone on here can tell me otherwise. Having seen them in the summer, I must say that the solo that Alex played on The Anlague Kid, was one of the best I've seen him do. Truly awesome! [/quote] It's a signal. The dog picking up the other dog's scent.

Bands are often encouraged to interpret songs in their own way and praised for doing so. Why should this not also apply to lyrics? "Summer of '69" could become "Satan fixed my boiler."

Simply move your belt buckle to the side (one loop to the left or right). Problem solved.

Generally thought of as the album on which they should have moved on from Terry Brown as producer. Great album, though the lyrics to Countdown read like the account of a primary school child.

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Whenever I've looked for original bands in the past, or auditioned musicians, "Indie" always seemed to be the most common genre.

[quote name='RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE' timestamp='1376598176' post='2176749'] I remember back when Motörhead played Donington ('88?). They played a blinder. We met some people who heard everything in their garden...5 miles away [/quote] '86

Use two amps. Split the signal from your bass into a bass amp for lows and a small guitar combo for highs/upper mids. That way you can adjust levels of each without compromising the other. I use a 500 watt bass head and 30 watt guitar amp, which isn't a problem since the highs cut through so well - and it's portable.

We all wear ear plugs though don't we? It's 2013.

Hours and hours of practice and gigging. Think of the satisfaction of knowing the wear and tear is real.

Rasputin

...and answers a prison for oneself. Just in case you thought no one got the reference.

[quote name='iceonaboy' timestamp='1374230362' post='2146629'] Huge respect for Andy Fraser. His playing on All right now was amazing. Try to hit the high notes and have the A still going . Mr Big total class solo . What a legend! [/quote] It's not that hard, but frequently played incorrectly when covered. Continuing the rhythm on the low A is essential!

Niacin

Fat Lizzy

Bass line/baseline.

You'd never leave the bass in the car unattended though would you?

[quote name='miles'tone' timestamp='1372108055' post='2121811'] I guess the law was against them in some way.[/quote] Again.

Who needs an amp? I do 99% of my home practice without one.

It's a familiar scenario: The drive home from the gig on Friday feeling like the best bass player in the world. Then the drive home from the gig on Saturday thinking you might as well pack it in as you're so rubbish. Still happens to me after 26 years!

[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1371539274' post='2115087'] Steve Harris, white P, mirror plate, Hammers sticker. Why on earth his sig is blue is beyond me. (notice, no comment on the R bomb?, oops, I just did). [/quote] It's because Steve's bass (the current white/West Ham one) had a Blue sparkle finish during what many consider to be classic period Maiden. See Live after Death period photos/videos and a fair bit before and after.