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Hi all, guitarist-turned-bassist in a folk-metal ceilidh band here! 

I've been using an Ibanez Ergodyne 4 string since forever, but looking to make the switch to a 5 string and thought I would sign up here for some help and advice.  

 

Would rather like one of the Schecter Model-T Exotic 5 strings, so if anyone here is looking to sell theirs then get in touch :). 

 

 

 

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On 05/08/2025 at 10:09, ColdFusion said:

switch to a 5 string and thought I would sign up here for some help and advice.

 

It's worth just noodling at first and getting used to playing scales across the full width of the neck. Also try playing songs you know with less movement along the neck.

 

It's quite easy to get lost at first, and muting becomes a fair bit harder. You'll start by incorporating the odd low notes.

 

The more you switch the less you will get 'stuck' in one mindset so don't abandon the 4.

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On 13/08/2025 at 19:44, simisker said:

Hello, local bassist! :D 

 

Folk-metal, eh? Smashing! Let us know when you do Sheff area gigs, and I may well pop along :)

 

Oh please do! Our next local one is Feb 14th next year in Crookes. 

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On 13/08/2025 at 22:28, Stub Mandrel said:

 

It's worth just noodling at first and getting used to playing scales across the full width of the neck. Also try playing songs you know with less movement along the neck.

 

It's quite easy to get lost at first, and muting becomes a fair bit harder. You'll start by incorporating the odd low notes.

 

The more you switch the less you will get 'stuck' in one mindset so don't abandon the 4.

 

Thanks, any advice much appreciated! I'm a bit worried as I got a 7 string guitar after playing 6 strings all my life, but it never really clicked with me. Hopefully that won't happen with the bass! 

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On 16/08/2025 at 23:30, spacecowboy said:

Hi! Or… should I say Praise The Sun! ☀️ 

 

Thank you! I look forward to some jolly cooperation with everyone 😄

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