Fastra Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Allow me to introduce myself… I’ve come into this bass lark very suddenly. An opportunity arose 2 months ago to help a mate out in his band, their bass player had left and I was asked if I’d like to step up. I’ve played guitar on and off for 30 years (to no great standard, but decent) but didn’t really want to commit to any band situation due to my work situation – only getting home at 7:45pm everyday and potential late nights at the drop of a hat (I’m in advertising) I didn’t think it fair to be a position that might end up letting people down. But, I’m 48, the chance came along and I thought “Yeah! Bollocks to it!” So got myself a Yamaha BB424 for £150, a Marshall MB4210 for £125 and an Ashdown 1x15 extension cab for £100. Since then, and you know how this goes from here, I’ve added a hard case and a Polytune2. Loads to learn (both gear & music wise) but played my first gig 2 weeks and loved it (really well received - great pub in Chorley) playing the usual rock covers – The Hives, The Strokes, Jimmy Eat World, Oasis, Billy Idol, The Cult, ZZ Top etc, etc. I think Im fortunate that I’m in a band with 3 other guys who don’t take ourselves seriously, don’t want to play Wembley anymore and just want to have a laugh and get the crowd to enjoy themselves. Now looking for better gear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Welcome Fastra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josie Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 (edited) Welcome from Manchester! PM me if you want to get in touch. Great local grass-roots music. Edited October 6, 2016 by josie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldwinbass Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 Welcome - as you no doubt know, the search for better gear never ends........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 (edited) Welcome from a fellow Manc whose "fall" into Bass is a pretty similar story to yours. Edited October 6, 2016 by BassBunny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 You don't want to play Wembley?? Shame really as they have an opening next week... Welcome Sir.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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