funkypenguin Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 Im very sorry to hear that your health has gotten in the way like this bud, particularly as a fellow lover of 6ers it must have been a real wrench having to move away from them, specially with a pair as gorgeous as those However, at least you've been able to (Hopefully!!) find a solution! Massive +1 to ramps and shorter scale, they feel fantastic! Have you thought about using 4 finger technique (ala garrison) to stop you anchoring your thumb as much?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 4 finger was my aim. I've settled on a 3 finger Gary Willis-esque style as my little finger has been the worst to suffer and is 'triggering' a lot (I either can't, or try not to use it!). It's been a hard couple of months unlearning the way I play and doing something new, but not anchoring the thumb has helped loads. Fellow BC'er, mcgraham is a bit of a technique daemon and has an awesome floating thumb & tickle the strings style... I don't play quite like him, but we spent some time helping me get a few complications ironed out (Thanks Mark!). I'm getting there!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB3000S Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 Gutted to hear this, but definitely the right move given the circumstances. And the 32" LG has me quite intrigued, for sure it will be amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supabock Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='charic' timestamp='1327581768' post='1513636'] Says the guy with the guy with not one but two Sei Jazz 5 strings? [/quote] Maybe so, but no where near as many builds...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='supabock' timestamp='1327662867' post='1514872'] Maybe so, but no where near as many builds...... [/quote] How's 1 more than 2? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='charic' timestamp='1327664050' post='1514904'] How's 1 more than 2? [/quote] I think he means me. Officially this would be my 6th bass build... Certainly something thats cost lots of money - though each one has sold to fund other musical equipment that is still used (My effects rig costs the same as boutique bass, as does my amp and cab). Any pennies I once had for such toys and squander is long gone and swallowed up by life. If I want something new now, other things have to be sacrificed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1327664629' post='1514936'] If I want something new now, other things have to be sacrificed... [/quote] That's sounds a little sinister... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='eude' timestamp='1327664724' post='1514938'] That's sounds a little sinister... [/quote] Lol. My gran funded the last Roscoe. I'm thinking 3 kittens should cover the outstanding owed on this one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1327664629' post='1514936'] I think he means me. Officially this would be my 6th bass build... Certainly something thats cost lots of money - though each one has sold to fund other musical equipment that is still used (My effects rig costs the same as boutique bass, as does my amp and cab). Any pennies I once had for such toys and squander is long gone and swallowed up by life. If I want something new now, other things have to be sacrificed... [/quote] Yeah I know, I was saying you're having one bass (ok, it's a final solution not a total count) Which member of the band is being sacrificed first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1327664813' post='1514940'] Lol. My gran funded the last Roscoe. I'm thinking 3 kittens should cover the outstanding owed on this one... [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1327664813' post='1514940'] Lol. My gran funded the last Roscoe. I'm thinking 3 kittens should cover the outstanding owed on this one... [/quote] You've just given me a truly horrible idea of how to get me some more basses... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='eude' timestamp='1327665062' post='1514949'] You've just given me a truly horrible idea of how to get me some more basses... [/quote] The next acg going to be Auntie, Cousin, Gran? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='charic' timestamp='1327665121' post='1514952'] The next acg going to be Auntie, Cousin, Gran? [/quote] No grandparents left I'm afraid, but there's loads of grey squirrels, and foxes on our estate... How many squirrels do you reckon it would take? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 No idea what the current exchange rate is in squirrels although it might be more ethical to use chavs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='charic' timestamp='1327668463' post='1515043'] No idea what the current exchange rate is in squirrels although it might be more ethical to use chavs [/quote] What a marvellous idea! Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 hey Shep, sorry to hear about your troubles, and I hope this new bass works well for you - it sounds like it's going to be a (little) monster It might also be worth having your bass technique evaluated by an expert (if you haven't already), to fix any "issues" that could also be aggravating your physical problems? Cheers G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='Gwilym' timestamp='1327670896' post='1515112'] hey Shep, sorry to hear about your troubles, and I hope this new bass works well for you - it sounds like it's going to be a (little) monster It might also be worth having your bass technique evaluated by an expert (if you haven't already), to fix any "issues" that could also be aggravating your physical problems? Cheers G [/quote] Cheers G. I had a meeting with a specialist Physio and took my bass along on their suggestion. 32" scale was settled on after some careful measurements by said person with me wearing my bass in the playing position. They also suggested, as a number of BCers have mirrored that any technique that involves not anchoring my thumb in the way forward. They also insisted that i play over the neck pup or just behind for minimum pressure on the muscles in that shoulder, which is part of the reason for the ramp - So I can use the same light touch style I use over the pup, behind the pup as well. The line, "I've never seen such a large instrument played by such a small chap" was interesting to say the least I have another Physio session in a fortnight and another Chiroprators appointment next week - I feel like an experiment gone wrong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottswarwick Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 Which specialist physio mate? I could use a session Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 I was given a form from my GP for self referral in Nottingham. Filled it in and sent it off and they wrote to me with an appointment. When I got there and discussed my issues (no idea of the persons name, it was a kind of 'you'll see one of the team'). they said next time I should bring the bass as they have a chap who's done a lot of work with musicians. I did, and the guy was very helpful - Though I have no idea of his name, (or the lady I saw the 1st time), I just arrived, walked in and straight to business! I can tell he was in his 50's (I'd say), white, with short dark hair. I suppose I should ask his name if I see the same guy next time! lol. I may of generated the term 'specialist' for the guy myself TBH. I'm sure they are all capable of offering the same service, but the lady I saw the 1st time, suggested they made a note I saw a certain chap the next time with my bass... So I have decided that makes him a specialist It was based at the Mary Potter centre on Gregory Blvd. It's free and you do the referral for yourself, but need to get the form from a GP (A GP needs to decide you should go for Physio basically before you go and bother the actual Physio's). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottswarwick Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 Ah cool. I've got a referral in for the one a Carlton, just waiting for the call. It's nothing compared to your issues though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 The nearest 'real' specialist who deals directly with Alexander Technique and is recommended by BAPAM is in Loughborough: [url="http://www.bapam.org.uk/practitionerdb/eastmidlands.php#."]http://www.bapam.org...tmidlands.php#.[/url] I'll stick with the free advice that seems to be working though. I've bought a Power Ball as well. As gimmicky as it seems, 5 minutes a day at a slow pace is manageable and seems to be helping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcgraham Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 [quote name='pantherairsoft' timestamp='1327664629' post='1514936'] If I want something new now, other things have to be sacrificed... [/quote] I wondered what the bloodstain on your coffee table was. Been doubling as a sacrificial altar has it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 5 new Buckeye tops arrived at Roscoe HQ today and I have my pick of the bunch. They are are all STUNNING. I've narrowed it to 2 and will sleep on it over the weekend. Watch this space for my pick of the bunch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkypenguin Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 Looking forward to seeing this develop!! Just had a look at the LG body shape, i really like it! should be a really compact, fast instrument! Are you going to set the drop tuner to D, C or B? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 27, 2012 Author Share Posted January 27, 2012 The plan is B. I only use my Low B in the right musical situation (as I use Octave pedals a lot), but it's nice to know I still have that option. They seem confident it'll still work with nice string tension over the 32" scale as well... If not, I'd be happy to have accurate drop D at the flick of a switch anyway when I get the urge mid-improv to play some Tool licks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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