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Indeed, initially as an 'at home' way of keeping my hand in, but quickly moving on to 'giggable' kits. I now play a Millenium 850, bought in an as-new (still boxed..!) condition for 350€; it has excellent sounds, 'native', but I've coupled it to a laptop running Superior Drummer 3, and it's as good as it gets. The one downside, for me, is not being able to simulate jazz brush swishing with any conviction; other than that, I now play my acoustic (Camco...) to keep my hand in, but rehearse and gig with the e-kit. No complaints here, nor from the band, nor the audience, so...

Not much 'glory' to be found in Palestine right now.

Cheers; the challenge, however, was to record the Takamine in both audio and MIDI at the same time, but unfortunately a very weak 'D' from the piezo strip made it impossible to get a decent result. I don't know if I just have to re-bed the piezo or choose another one; either way it's a kerfuffle I can't fix in just a day or two. It's not the worst thing that's happened on the Planet of late, though; no kittens have perished.

I'll not be participating this month, I'm afraid. I had (still have...) an idea, based upon Goldilocks (Daddy Robot, Mummy Robot, Junior Robot...), with a short storyline'n'all, but, for technical reasons, I can't record the way I had planned (I've had a piezo strip and pre-amp installed in my acoustic which is playing up; I can't use the result for now...). Never mind me, carry on regardless. I'll catch up next month, hopefully.

It's what we call a 'paid practise'.

I've been playing drums for well over half a century, on and off, and my current retirement has not led to any symptoms that I can't deal with. Quite the opposite now; I get renewed pleasure when I do 'get back on the wagon', especially if there's a gig in the offing. For a few years (many years ago now...), I was playing either at home, practicing, or out gigging, all day, evening and night, every day, so it was rather a respite when I did get a little bit of time off. It's so easy to fall into the 'burn-out' trap from excess of zealous over-playing. It's useful to take a break, even a short one, for re-appraisal, and pick up on other aspects of Life.

I'm a drummer.

Does modifying the ad not bring it to the fore..?

I'd recommend using a decent recording interface, and not use an amp at all. Most bass is recorded directly into the desk. Just my tuppence-worth.

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Have a look at the Stanley Clark repertoire..?

Don't forget to unplug the jack lead from the bass when not playing, as it's the jack plug that switches on the battery for the active pre-amp. Leaving the lead plugged in all the time will drain the battery (Not Good...). A decent battery should last several months of 'normal' use, but far less if the bass lead is not removed. Hope this helps.

Doesn't this already happen, when projects need land for motorways, airports, high-speed rail links and more..? Presumably some kind of compensation is offered; it's not a new concept at all.

Why..? It's easy, from any PC, and costs nothing. The video files generated can be simply deleted once the footage is of no further interest, or kept, for years. I've several excellent BBC series that I can either watch again, or recommend to others. Is there a downside I'm unaware of..?

When I started playing, mid-late 60's, I had no money (as an apprentice; £6 a week...). I was given, free, a run-down Thames 15cwt van, which I got running from the scrapyard, and went several years with no insurance, road tax, MOT or what-have-you. Obviously I was very careful to not get caught, but the old bus wouldn't have reached 'speeding' speeds, anyway..! I built my own SS amp from electronic magazine schemas, buying speakers and stuff from Tottenham Court Road and Exchange & Mart. We had no money but made 'our' music as best we could. Happy Daze.

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Guitar played through a Fender Bassman sounds very 'right', to me...

Excellent 'moto' video.

On the other hand, when I'm looking for something in particular on Amazon, for example, I'll usually look to see if the item I require is available 'occasion' (second-hand...). These are usually returned goods, sent back for whatever reason, most often slightly damaged packaging or a small mark somewhere. The items are guaranteed in the same way as 'new', and I've yet to be dissatisfied with what I receive. My Tascam audio interface, air fryer, electric kettle, model boats, too many books to mention and more have all been as good as new, to me, and the torn or discoloured boxing went on the fire just the same as new would have done. It helps, maybe that I don't seem to suffer from ODC or the like. Just sayin'.

If it's got a scratch There's no other that will match its 'mojo'. If it's got a ding Embrace that thing as being unique.

I'm not at all sure that I'd even notice marks such as those I see in the photos. No, it wouldn't be sent back. I'd probably just start playing it, and (possibly...) spill a cup of tea over it in my reckless excitement, clumsy oaf that I am.

One redeeming saving grace... it's short. ... ... ... OK, not short enough, but still...