ahpook Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 5 minutes ago, Burns-bass said: Instrumentally, they're absolutely on point, but what are they trying to say or achieve with any of it? It all seems as hollow and empty as the kind of lift muzak you used to here while shopping. Very much agree - muzak is exactly what it reminds me of. Astoundingly good musicians, without doubt, but definitely not something I'd choose to listen too. No 'hate' though, just the sound of me walking by. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asingardenof Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 Just now, ahpook said: Very much agree - muzak is exactly what it reminds me of. Astoundingly good musicians, without doubt, but definitely not something I'd choose to listen too. No 'hate' though, just the sound of me walking by. They have some absolute bangers, Dean Town and Conscious Club being two examples, but yeah a lot of it is technically great but otherwise pretty forgettable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 3 hours ago, BigRedX said: Joe Dart plays in a band called Vulfpeck whose most interesting album is "Sleepify".... I was for a brief moment thinking of the tall guy with the checked blazers. That is Den Hegarty of ..the darts 😬 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 As long as he plays them live I've no problem with them. Its the signatures that haven't got anything to do with the players that I don't like. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloney Balderdash Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 (edited) This one actually looks and sounds great, very unlike his other Music Man "signature" basses. Not 2000$+ great, but I wouldn't mind having one for free (though I would swap out that ugly gimmicky oversized volume knob. But I do like the concept of just one knob). Edited January 18 by Baloney Balderdash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahpook Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 24 minutes ago, Baloney Balderdash said: ...but I wouldn't mind having one for free... Oh, me neither. I need a new chopping board Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 1 hour ago, Burns-bass said: I guess my issue is with authenticity (or the lack of it). Everything is played for laughs. It's the same reason why I don't get on with Frank Zappa, Steely Dan, or any of those "zany" US bands and artists. The whole is so inauthentic and the whole aesthetic they have grates on me. Instrumentally, they're absolutely on point, but what are they trying to say or achieve with any of it? It all seems as hollow and empty as the kind of lift muzak you used to here while shopping. But, it's their journey, and they're selling out stadiums to audiences who adore it, so good for them. I can relate to this and no hate from me but it does just seem like lift music or a technical exercise. I never come away humming any sort of melody or tune, its all very forgettable despite being technically brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernaut Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 Anyone who is remotely successful always gets hate. Especially on BC. Bass is fugly but that's just my opinion. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 3 minutes ago, Supernaut said: Anyone who is remotely successful always gets hate. Especially on BC. Bass is fugly but that's just my opinion. So that's why everyone on here hates me! I had no idea I was so successful 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 3 hours ago, neepheid said: When did "hate" get redefined to "opinion I disagree with"? 2 hours ago, ahpook said: No 'hate' though, just the sound of me walking by. Precisely. I've seen no "hate" here, just differences of opinion. 'Not to my taste' is a million miles from 'hate', and as for "especially on BC", that sound you can hear is me laughing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toneknob Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 Well I like the simplicity of a single knob. But I'm not about to trade in my JMJ from the short-scale corner of my bass wardrobe, nor fill in the space reserved for a Wilcock, for one of these (sorry Joe) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burns-bass Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 2 hours ago, Supernaut said: Anyone who is remotely successful always gets hate. Especially on BC. Bass is fugly but that's just my opinion. Hate is too strong an emotion. I’m indifferent which is the worst thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tegs07 Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 I think @Killerfridgehas provided all the background required for this thread. Musicman have made signature models of the 3 basses Joe Dart uses. Sure they are expensive. They are made in the USA by MusicMan! Everything they make is expensive. Add in the taxes and they are even more expensive. Do they look good? Joe Dart obviously thinks so and I guess so do the people scrambling to buy them before they sell out. I quite like the first one as I want a passive Stingray and like the simplicity of a single control (would replace the one it comes with as it looks horrible). I wouldn’t pay for it though and am a bit too slow and clumsy to steal one. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greentext Posted January 18 Author Share Posted January 18 I actually owned a Joe Dart I and was cool for about 5 mins, but echoing @tegs07 after you bolt on all the import tax and duties, plus the 6 month wait... not worth the investment, also the first one was WAY cheaper at $1,700. Seem to be adding less an charging more, madness! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloney Balderdash Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 (edited) 12 minutes ago, greentext said: I actually owned a Joe Dart I and was cool for about 5 mins, but echoing @tegs07 after you bolt on all the import tax and duties, plus the 6 month wait... not worth the investment, also the first one was WAY cheaper at $1,700. Seem to be adding less an charging more, madness! To be fair the Joe Dart I came out before inflation suddenly skyrocketed and ran off with all of us and the cost of practically everything. Edited January 18 by Baloney Balderdash 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greentext Posted January 18 Author Share Posted January 18 2 minutes ago, Baloney Balderdash said: To be fair the Joe Dart I came out before inflation suddenly skyrocketed and ran off with all of us and the cost of practically everything. Yh it was expensive then, so now its completely outta the question tbh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tauzero Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 21 hours ago, AndyTravis said: Just watching live At Madison Square Garden. these guys deserve whatever they get. Awesome. I watched a bit of it. Did absolutely nothing for me, but that's the music rather than the performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolverinebass Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 (edited) So now Ernie Ball are charging 2 grand for a short scale bass made out of a reclaimed 1970's kitchen worktop which has had the tapioca paint sanded off and a p bass pickup shoved in by someone on work experience. I bet a MIM precision would torch this overpriced pile of "semi ironic" pseudo steampunk crap. Edited January 18 by Wolverinebass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tauzero Posted January 19 Share Posted January 19 On 17/01/2024 at 19:38, acidbass said: I'm always surprised how EBMM get the pickup to string alignment so consistently wrong. Another G string lost in the mix The bridge position looks like it's straying close to MDP territory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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