Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Hello all. I'm in my 60s, and not net savvy at all. I used to play bass semi pro in 70s/80s. Kept playing 6 &12 str guitar. IV recently bought a bass, joined a trio , and am "havn a go at bass"(again). I'm loving it!! Anyway, I'm looking forward to catching up last 40 yrs.... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Welcome 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Welcome OOG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 8, 2023 Author Share Posted March 8, 2023 Thanks, I just got back from rehursal with trio, the drummer has a converted garage all sound proof, with a drum riser and foldback/side fills. It was really loud, next week I'm wearing ear muffs... God I feel old..but it is a HOOT, sooo much fun. All best, and thanks for replying.. I now gotta get a LOUD rig,(yrs ago I had an Ampeg V4B flat stick into ,a 6x10, great sound ,loud as, BUT Soo heavy, my back is aching already.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricksterphil Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 G'day You're welcome and as there's an Ashes series coming up which looks like it might be very competitive, it'll be good to get an Aussie perspective. Did someone mention cricket....I did but I think I got away with it 🏏 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 Australia??? I have a couple of mates who live there - Jim and Deano. You must know them - say hello from me next time you see them...😉😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waddo Soqable Posted March 8, 2023 Share Posted March 8, 2023 And I used to have one o' them hats that's turned up at one side... 😁 Sounds like you're having fun with your mates there anyway... what bass did you get out of interest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 9, 2023 Author Share Posted March 9, 2023 I got a hofner contemporary "CavernBass". Found it in a small pawn shop, was really cheap. I will get a solid body when funds permit, but it's fine for now 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waddo Soqable Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 Always good to get a bargain! 👍 I had one of the Hof. club basses for a bit, it was a cool little thing but I didn't really get on with the short scale etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 9, 2023 Author Share Posted March 9, 2023 By d way, "one of those hats that r turned up on one side, is called a "slouch " hat.. iconic Oz, up there with kangaroo ECT.. Having played guitar since 70s till now, short scale is pretty comfortable for me, but I did play a P bass and later a headless steinberger end of 80s 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waddo Soqable Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 But have you got the corks hanging off the brim? 😁 As you're a guitarist of many years standing I can see how a short scale bass would work well for you certainly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acidbass Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 Welcome! My band are embarking on our first ever Australian Tour this coming May. Can't wait to see it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 10, 2023 Author Share Posted March 10, 2023 Acidbass, what is name of band comming to Oz? IV just moved from Sydney to Surfers Paradise (way up north) Will U b playing Brisbane? Wish U all best, Oz punters are pretty welcoming!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 10, 2023 Author Share Posted March 10, 2023 And Waddo..No corks!! 😅 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 Welcome OOG. Just a heads-up, bass pictures are all but mandatory here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 10, 2023 Author Share Posted March 10, 2023 Ok thanks, I will need my grandson to help me with pics, I'm still only just able to post tx. I can't seem to get into "forums", and having trouble with anything other than "welcome", and searching my own name to get stuff that IV/ others have posted. Forgive late response (time diff Oz to Brit) and my lack of computer skills. Total nubie with all this, but, think site is brilliant!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franticsmurf Posted March 11, 2023 Share Posted March 11, 2023 Hi OOG, welcome to the site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ozzie Guy Posted March 11, 2023 Author Share Posted March 11, 2023 Thanks, 1st time doing anything like this. It's gr8 (mate!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msb Posted March 13, 2023 Share Posted March 13, 2023 (edited) Welcome Oog. Keep track of where the exits are , keep an eye on your drink , and keep your derrière to the wall. It’s just like every other place. Edited March 13, 2023 by msb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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