Stub Mandrel Posted yesterday at 12:58 Posted yesterday at 12:58 I think if he had said "you can't buy me that, I will fail the Basschat Gear Abstinence Challenge" and she bought it anyway, it would be ok. Of course, this would make him a liar and she would leave him, after smashing the bass over his head. 2 Quote
tauzero Posted yesterday at 13:02 Posted yesterday at 13:02 6 minutes ago, SimonK said: Oooh... so if I walk into a bass store and buy something without thinking it through in advance it doesn't count as a purchase? I think I'm beginning to like this game.... but may need some sort of letter of authority from the mods to show my wife... No, because it is you who committed the act. 1 Quote
ezbass Posted yesterday at 13:06 Posted yesterday at 13:06 In previous years, unsolicited gifts were a pass. Quote
Obrienp Posted yesterday at 13:09 Posted yesterday at 13:09 Where would I stand if I bought plywood to complete a self-build speaker cabinet? All the other components required were purchased last year: driver, handles, Speakon sockets , corner protectors, feet, rats’ fur, etc. I fell ill and was unable to complete the job last year but I’m determined to get it done in 2026. Quote
neepheid Posted yesterday at 13:14 Author Posted yesterday at 13:14 (edited) 16 minutes ago, ezbass said: In previous years, unsolicited gifts were a pass. They still are, but it's the "unsolicited" part is we're debating here. Edited yesterday at 13:22 by neepheid Quote
neepheid Posted yesterday at 13:18 Author Posted yesterday at 13:18 4 minutes ago, Obrienp said: Where would I stand if I bought plywood to complete a self-build speaker cabinet? All the other components required were purchased last year: driver, handles, Speakon sockets , corner protectors, feet, rats’ fur, etc. I fell ill and was unable to complete the job last year but I’m determined to get it done in 2026. I honestly don't care if you buy some sheets of plywood. I bought some screws recently because I had to come up with an inventive way to mount a pickup (bought last year) - I didn't even mention it here - they're screws! It's clear you bought all the "gear" parts of the project last year, as did I. I've got no issue with this. 1 Quote
msb Posted yesterday at 13:19 Posted yesterday at 13:19 (edited) 14 minutes ago, ezbass said: In previous years, unsolicited gifts were a pass. Just last year I was given a Chinese Lucite bass from an old friend in California. I was given a pass on the gift , and then failed after finally finding a Batwing Harmony. Had to buy that , had been looking for one for ages. Now he did indicate previous ownership of the bass , and that did inspire the gf to purchase it. But I would not consider that undue pressure. Edited yesterday at 13:25 by msb Quote
Richard R Posted yesterday at 13:27 Posted yesterday at 13:27 29 minutes ago, SimonK said: Oooh... so if I walk into a bass store and buy something without thinking it through in advance it doesn't count as a purchase? I think I'm beginning to like this game.... but may need some sort of letter of authority from the mods to show my wife... In that case it's a clear fail unless you can get a letter of authority from @Machines girlfriend. Quote
Richard R Posted yesterday at 13:28 Posted yesterday at 13:28 8 minutes ago, neepheid said: Speakon sockets , corner protectors, feet, rats’ fur, Rats' fur?? Quote
msb Posted yesterday at 13:31 Posted yesterday at 13:31 The fuzzy material they once loved to cover cabinets with. 1 Quote
Richard R Posted yesterday at 13:34 Posted yesterday at 13:34 Terrible stuff. It's on the wedge monitors and youth PA speakers at church. Never heard it called that before though. Quote
msb Posted yesterday at 13:38 Posted yesterday at 13:38 3 minutes ago, Richard R said: Terrible stuff. It's on the wedge monitors and youth PA speakers at church. Never heard it called that before though. Cats loved to shred the stuff. Quote
Geek99 Posted yesterday at 13:50 Posted yesterday at 13:50 53 minutes ago, SimonK said: Oooh... so if I walk into a bass store and buy something without thinking it through in advance it doesn't count as a purchase? I think I'm beginning to like this game.... but may need some sort of letter of authority from the mods to show my wife... Agree next it’ll be “well I didn’t mean to buy when I went in, and someone else actually paid though I did give them the money…” Quote
neepheid Posted yesterday at 14:03 Author Posted yesterday at 14:03 Right then @Machines, I've compiled the results, and it's a majority 8-2 ruling for... NOT GUILTY In my closing notes I will say that you had a close brush with failure and you would be well advised to steer clear of guitar shops going forward, but the court will not go as far as issuing a restraining order. Be good. Case closed. 1 2 6 Quote
ezbass Posted yesterday at 14:05 Posted yesterday at 14:05 (edited) 2 hours ago, neepheid said: you would be well advised to steer clear of guitar shops, accompanied by loved ones, going forward Small adjustment ^ If you go on your own, you only have yourself to blame. Edited yesterday at 16:54 by ezbass 1 Quote
tauzero Posted yesterday at 14:23 Posted yesterday at 14:23 17 minutes ago, ezbass said: Small adjustment. If you go on your own, you only have yourself to blame. And no taking your wife, either, in case she tries to outdo your girlfriend. 1 2 Quote
Obrienp Posted yesterday at 14:35 Posted yesterday at 14:35 57 minutes ago, Richard R said: Terrible stuff. It's on the wedge monitors and youth PA speakers at church. Never heard it called that before though. Yeah, officially known as carpet I think but that’s pretty insulting to proper carpet makers. I like it because you can stick things to it with Velcro (like wedges to tilt the cab towards your ears) and it is relatively easy to apply. 1 Quote
brickers Posted 12 hours ago Posted 12 hours ago Just noticed this thread (and thoroughly enjoying the rumination and adjudication going on). I want to sign up but have already bought a keyboard stand this year so I can learn to use the keyboard I bought years ago. Am I out of tier 2? Currently GASing for a digital piano, an analogue synth and a strat (and building my own bass/obtaining a j to complete the set, etc, etc), so I could really do with the support/embarrassment should I fail Quote
neepheid Posted 11 hours ago Author Posted 11 hours ago 19 minutes ago, brickers said: Just noticed this thread (and thoroughly enjoying the rumination and adjudication going on). I want to sign up but have already bought a keyboard stand this year so I can learn to use the keyboard I bought years ago. Am I out of tier 2? Currently GASing for a digital piano, an analogue synth and a strat (and building my own bass/obtaining a j to complete the set, etc, etc), so I could really do with the support/embarrassment should I fail The acquisition of a keyboard stand would fall under tier 2, but you'd still be clear in tier 1 (which is the main event tbf). Happy to sign you up on that basis - be good! 1 Quote
brickers Posted 11 hours ago Posted 11 hours ago Just now, neepheid said: The acquisition of a keyboard stand would fall under tier 2, but you'd still be clear in tier 1 (which is the main event tbf). Happy to sign you up on that basis - be good! new digital piano, synth and guitar incoming! 1 Quote
neepheid Posted 11 hours ago Author Posted 11 hours ago Just now, brickers said: new digital piano, synth and guitar incoming! Massive T2 fail on an epic scale! At least all that new non-bass gear might distract you from failing T1... 1 1 Quote
brickers Posted 11 hours ago Posted 11 hours ago In reality I will still keep this in mind as I really need to focus on musical skills and not musical gear! Thanks for having me 1 Quote
TrevorR Posted 5 hours ago Posted 5 hours ago On 18/02/2026 at 12:10, tauzero said: but by his girlfriend (whether with or without the knowledge of his wife 🤣🤣🤣 Quote
bass_dinger Posted 3 hours ago Posted 3 hours ago 8 hours ago, brickers said: In reality I will still keep this in mind as I really need to focus on musical skills and not musical gear! Thanks for having me Welcome to the thread, and well done for spotting that it is about encouraging us to improve musical skills. I was impressed at how quickly you went from buying "a keyboard stand this year so I can learn to use the keyboard I bought years ago" to "new digital piano, synth and guitar incoming!" - both posts are timestamped "8 hours ago" on my system! It is always good to see that sort of reckless abandon from new players, because it distracts Chief Referee @neepheid from any infractions that I and others might be about to commit.... Keep it up, @brickers! 4 Quote
bass_dinger Posted 1 hour ago Posted 1 hour ago (edited) I have this morning ordered a Raspberry Pi kit, https://kitronik.co.uk/products/5325-the-kitronik-discovery-kit-for-raspberry-pi-pico-included along with other bits (add-ons, jumper cables, break-out kits, expansion boxes). So far, not a fail. However, my plan is to learn how to use the Raspberry Pi architecture and develop a device that can detect 13 different switches. I will then combine it with a 13-note organ-style pedal board (purchased in 2025) and a kit that uses a Raspberry Pi Pico to generate MIDI note signals. https://midimuso.co.uk/index.php/pico-midi/ I will then plug it into a EMU Classic Keys synth rack unit, via MIDI, and pretend that I have a Moog Taurus. However, I will have made the instrument myself, out of bits that are not primarily musical gear (apart from 4 MIDI connectors, and the EMU) So, is a DIY instrument a fail? Is this the same as a luthier making a bass guitar out of some bits of timber? Or the equivalent of making a Bitsa bass, and pretending that none of the bits are fails... In summary, I purchased a non-midi pedalboard, and some electronics, with the intention of creating and then having a midi pedalboard in 2026. Have I failed Tier 2, or will it only be a fail once it works? Edited 1 hour ago by bass_dinger Quote
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