OliverBlackman

[quote name='EdwardHimself' timestamp='1337801105' post='1665761'] 3 posts into this debate and you have already descended into personal attacks. Congrats. Listen, this is about the interests of the people who run basschat. The reason people don't like advertising on their websites is that they are hijacking their audience for their own personal gain without permission. I'm sure if they did ask them it would be fine but just sticking this advert up without any permission is like stealing advertising space from the banners. Obviously you don't own a website so this is not a concern for you but that doesn't mean it is ok. [/quote] You just don't help yourself, let the mods deal with mod stuff. If they need to they will. Why is there a debate about this? Your being offered the chance to win a free new bass! If the guy at Warwick hadn't posted it up someone else hopefully would have anyway, and again, your in with a chance of a free bass!

[quote name='4 Strings' timestamp='1337535716' post='1661567'] Absolutely, as mentioned, we're all very jealous of these people and Precision basses are such a good tool for this. It was acknowledging this but noticing that few bass players use it for virtuoso type performances (such the Jaco/Miller/Clarke/Manring type examples given). [/quote] I think the reason may be that the precision has always been described as the "classic" bass tone. All these guys have tried to achieve their own sound, and have looked for basses with more tonal options.

[quote name='Jam' timestamp='1337469270' post='1660644'] I like that. Glad it's not just me that feels this way! [/quote] [quote name='Johngh' timestamp='1337517534' post='1661169'] I think that you can only call yourself "expert" if you are at virtuoso status on 4, 5, 6 string fretted and fretless and upright. So that's nobody then. [/quote] `The trouble is on things like star now where an advert says you must be at "expert" level to apply for this gig. From what i'v found all that means is you need to have the ability to improvise, play various styles, be able to read, and to be experienced at playing in a band. Which is the minimum for any professional gig really. Btw i'm not saying I'm anywhere near what i would class to be an expert and i fully back the comment of the more you learn the more you realise you have left to learn.

[quote name='4 Strings' timestamp='1337442258' post='1660104'] from Wiki, so it must be right, "...an individual who possesses outstanding technical ability in the [url="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fine_arts"]fine arts[/url], at [url="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singing"]singing[/url] or playing a [url="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musical_instrument"]musical instrument[/url]." In this case I would go for soloing types. Not the groove, there are plenty of those we celebrate all the time, the unusual ones who solo on a Precision. [/quote] I would say holding a groove is a technical ability. And a lot of the guys mentioned; Pino, Jamerson and George Porter Jr can do it to an outstanding level

1. Do you have any cruise ship/hotel contracts lined up. 2. When do these start? cheers, Ollie

george porter jr? incredible funk!

i think the most important part when starting on theory is to get private lessons with someone (preferably a working musician). Trouble occurs when you mis-interpretate something and then give up because it doesn't make sense. Also realise that the basic's take time to sit in. Learn concepts and apply them to songs your playing on your bass.

not sure the scratch plates original, you need some shots without the covers really so you can see pickups/bridge. The body lacks a bit in red on the sunburst but it does look 40 years old none the less.

[quote name='jamesbass116' timestamp='1336666818' post='1649228'] Life does indeed go on. I can't believe I actually missed this out but there was one controversy in the bass cellar the other day. I was talking to a beginner who was looking for a good solid bass that could last him for a while. Naturally I recommended a squier vintage modified jazz. I know for a fact these are quality instruments for the price. Shop clerk seemed to have other ideas. Recommended him a ghastly spector bass, and despite the young guy wanting to keep playing the jazz, the assistant forced the spector on him and he ended up buying it. Oh well. c'est la vie. que sera sera and all that jazz. [/quote] shops are given targets, maybe because they have a better profit margin on some products than others. The best shops are the ones that give you honest advice, which i think Wunjo's great for.

delighted with every part of my book purchasing experience. Great communication, strong packaging, quick post, item was in great condition and very reasonably priced. Thanks Steve!

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1336393980' post='1644846'] Righty-ho... I'm back from my soiree with the band, armed with a photo. It turns out that it's MIJ, not MIA, but still....! Apparently, the bar owner just likes guitars, and he's bought it partly as an investment, and partly because he likes the look of it. I have to agree... It's a stunner. [/quote] Let me at him, what a plonk

well this could be the ideal time to finally call in

I would say the general rule when unsure is sell for 65-75% of what you paid for it if its in mint condition and you don't mind waiting a while for it to sell. Basses under 65% of their original value tend to sell quicker

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' timestamp='1335912671' post='1638109'] Yes Guitar Guitar in Epsom is a good place for bass and they stock Aguilar too. [/quote] disagree. Rude and uninterested staff, i was not happy since i had travelled to visit the store in the hope to have a decent play on sadowsky basses. However, the staff who said they worked there on bass day were nice. So maybe its hit and miss on what day you go. Also in terms of stock, not meaning to sound like a snob, but its pretty much the same mid-range stuff you get at dawsons, PMT and so on. Bass direct and Bass gear are leaps ahead IMO

[b][u]Tokai jazz sound[/u][/b] Mid 80's, gorgeous to look at (O.W. with tort guard). It has loverly hot pickups, low action and i like the lacquered neck. At £350 it represents great value for money. It needs a new pot and the bridge is kinda crap. Also it lacks a bit in low mids so when i can afford a nice new 4 string jazz this will unfortunately be going. [u][b]Warwick Thumb NT 5 Fretless[/b][/u] Best sounding fretless i've ever played. Really dark and wooden. Perfect for jazz. Also it has 5 strings, 26 "frets". Quite weighty, lots of neck dive and the jack input barrel needed replacing. Also its my most valuable bass so when i need the moneys i will have to sell it first [b][u]Overwater Jazz 5[/u][/b] My working man bass. I use this for almost everything as it fits every genre perfectly and has the nicest mids! Also the B is pretty good. [b][u]Fender precision (MIM)[/u][/b] strung with flats and OMG. It was my first fender and yes theres dodgy paint finishing in places and the neck pocket isn't perfect but with the linty fralin pickups its so old school! It just has that home factor about it, and puts a massive smile on my face.

1. You don't need an estate, i've got the skoda fabia hatchback and DB with full rig (2x 1x12) fits fine with another person in. 2. i went with ensleigh, who have a scheme where after 6 months of no claim they give you a years no claim bonus. So after 6 months its cheaper. I paid £900 for the first 6 months and it shouldn't be more than £500 for the next 6 months. Admiral had me down for £2800, I'm 21.

this is one of dirty loops greatest hits [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&feature=endscreen&v=0LXQYAphr0M"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&feature=endscreen&v=0LXQYAphr0M[/url]

its got some great moments although the bass solo doesn't do a lot for me. Not saying its not good but i wasn't particularly overwhelmed by it. The stabs and some of the keys playing is amazing! The guys got a great voice too, i think they've been hyped so much people expect the impossible from them.

its 60's spacing. I've lowered the neck pickup as low as it will go and i can't raise the bridge pickup anymore. Its still an issue. Amp wise I'm going through the fx return so i've bypassed the pre-amp. I think i might take it to the gallery to see if they can re-wind the bridge pickup.

same issue, it'd be like £50 and 2hour trip a go. There must be someone wanting to do this