Mrbigstuff

Always fail in music sections of quizzes but there’s never questions specifically about vintage Fender basses or chord types

Was it rescued from a burning building?

Thought about it at the time, but then decided to see as much of the top as possible. Still debate from time to time whether I should have gone with dots too but this is the problem when you have to choose spec.

A beer in NYC is extortion and Brooklyn wasn’t far behind. Then again, I’ve never had a beer in Croydon and thought it was cheap.

Are you sure it’s just the playing? Getting on with your band mates is 99% of the gig. It also sounds like you’re over thinking what you’re playing. A good teacher will be less confusing than the opinions of different videos on YouTube.

How often do you see the Bravewood Jaco replicas come up for sale though?

They’ve probably found a machine that can do it. I decided to take influence on my jazz from the bass of doom but I prefer the clean look. Couldn’t play it because the cat was asleep.

Same reason any signature series exist

I’ve played mostly the Squier for at least 6 months, leaving the other two in their cases. It’ll be their turn at some point though. I’m sure there will be a moment where the Bongo is the right fit and you’ll be thankful for keeping it.

There’s now a gorgeous example at £3k in the classifieds

They’re not going to be bothered by Basschat if they do. Probably much better players for it though.

Not mine, just a pic from Google but agree with your taste 100%

Your track record suggests you don’t need much persuasion 😂

Number 1 for jazz/ fretless styles is an Overwater fretless Number 1 for replicating a P bass with flats is my fender P bass with La Bella flats Number 1 for replicating Jazz bass with steel sound is a Squier VMJ with MB steels Covers most of my needs

ditto! The essence range also seems very popular in the states and the demo vids I’ve seen sound great too. The online shop still has some tasty examples left.

Alembic for 70s and Ken Smith for 80s

There’s a Sire U5 in the classifieds

I like both. It is definitely harder to engage an audience with originals that they are not already familiar with and even more so as an amateur band in the local pub or small venue. Seeing the audience dancing/ singing along ect gives a certain energy that makes covers more satisfying to play. However, I have never played for a big artist on large stages/ festivals and I imagine that is a fantastic experience and those I know who do that prefer it over the function gigs.

I tend to be able to get a sound I like from either a passive P or Jazz. Used both active and passive in the past on gigs but always found with an active bass I’d mess around with the pre too much and despite being happy at soundcheck, then have a different opinion when the show started and focus too much on that.

I was going to suggest taking it to The Gallery but for the price of the travel you could get a very decent bass 😂

😍 As a pair they look sublime

Personally wouldn’t mind paying a fair whack more somewhere like ATB guitars just for the peace of mind that you’re getting what is advertised.

Dealers increase the markup then consumers buy as an investment. Never ending loop until they only trade hands with collectors.