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Did you manage to see what amp setup he was using? Sounds as if there might be some trickery going on somewhere if he's getting a punchy sound from an EB-0!

I've moved the thread to Bass Guitars, as it's most certainly 'On Topic' Apologies to the OP if this wasn't your original intention. Danny

I must say that I actually prefer the sound of the P pickup solo'ed on the Franklin to the '71. The very fact that you have at least two totally different sounds on top of that from the J solo and P/J together adds yet more sonic value IMO. So, in my opinion: Twist!

I love these kinds of threads! You truly are BC's answer to Ed Friedland Gonna have a listen now!

[quote name='The Funk' post='457013' date='Apr 8 2009, 01:53 AM']My keyboard player turned down the Kelly Rowland gig... I turned down the Corinne Bailey Rae gig...[/quote] Wow, it sounds like London really is the place to be for session work!

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A definite yes, only have the girlfriend to convince and them I'm outta there!

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By all accounts, the Yamaha Attitude models were incredible basses for the money. I think the Plus was one of the more basic models, but at £110 you can't afford NOT to buy it IMO!

I'm also contemplating taking drum lessons. It seems like the perfect addition to any bassist's repetoire really, a greater sense of groove and timing will always prove useful. The rhythm section is the heartbeat of any band, and as we all know, the more in-tune a bass player is with his drummer, the better the band as a whole sounds. Knowing what things are like from his side of the kit will definitely help achieve this!

[quote name='iamthewalrus' post='454147' date='Apr 4 2009, 03:00 PM']Doing these kinds of gigs will increase your musical knowledge & stretch you as a player. I've learned more about music by playing in covers bands than I ever did by playing originals.[/quote] +1. You'll improve immeasurably playing regularly in a covers band once or twice a week. Learning a bit about the playing styles of the bassists you're covering is a valuable asset in the long term.

[quote name='johnnylager' post='452763' date='Apr 2 2009, 09:31 PM']I got a branners Geddy Lee off a UK gadgey on the 'bay - well off the bay actually - and after minimal setting up it was fine.[/quote] The MIJ basses are notoriously more consistent in terms of quality control though, I don't think I've played one yet that I didn't like the feel of!

[quote name='deaver' post='452370' date='Apr 2 2009, 01:03 PM']Improve the proofing. I could do a small amount for free, we're at the outer limits of my philanthropy here though.[/quote] +1. I'm a real stickler for proper spelling and grammar, and would definitely give you a hand with it if need be. I don't read BGM that often, but some other suggestions from me for any good bass mag IMO would include: - A GOOD contents section - More gear reviews (some just don't have enough) - Reviews of pedals, cables, tuners etc as well as amps and basses - Transcriptions of popular tunes - Bassists Wanted/Available ...and would have less of: - interviews with left-field players - transcriptions of left-field tunes The reason why I've included the above two points is that I think any mainstream bass mag should include mostly mainstream coverage. An interview with MeShell Swallow once in a while is great, but when I read a magazine filled full of interviews of bassists I've never even heard of, it does put me off buying the next one somewhat.

Looks the business, I might well invest in a wireless solution now over the next couple of months, provided I can justify it with a relatively full gigs calendar!

Yeah, there was a discussion on this a few months ago about the onboard valve preamp - would love to hear how it sounds! Personally I'd just go down the outboard valve route, keep as much of the wood on the body as possible for tone reasons!

[quote name='bilbo230763' post='451556' date='Apr 1 2009, 02:56 PM']Wouldn't that be 'Third Time Lucky'?[/quote] Lol, I hoped no-one had used that one yet when I first read the thread! Beat me to it by 4 minutes

Calm down guys! The OP obviously doesn't know much about our forum or flatwound strings, so it's probably not a good idea to put him off both just because of this thread. We all had to start somewhere! I think the $100 remark was taken too seriously to begin with, maybe the OP was a little sensitive, but let's put that shaky start behind us and try to help a newbie out! FWIW I've used two brands of flats in the past: Rotosound - I found that the tension was a little too high for my tastes, but they sounded good on my fretless P TI Jazz - My preferred choice. Nice tension but a little grippy at the start, this does wear down a bit over time though!

[quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='447794' date='Mar 28 2009, 12:39 AM']Mornington Cresent[/quote] You shouldn't have been allowed to announce that without first collecting the Easy Pass at Euston surely?

[quote name='hubrad' post='448468' date='Mar 29 2009, 01:19 AM']Danny Thompson[/quote] +1. What a fantastic player!

I'd recommend using a cabinet with 10" speakers, or a very efficient 12". You'll want as much articulation as possible when using an acoustic instrument - mud is definitely not your friend! Why the change of instrument? It'll be a bit strange having a 'john_the_guitar' around here

It's not the size - it's how you use it! I think we all go through that 'big amp = good idea' phase though, thankfully I'm out at the other side and still have a reasonably functional spine

Played a dep gig last night with a local classic rock band. The venue was pretty small (I'd say 150 max would be a comfortable number to have inside it), but there must have been 300 people there! We were playing in a corner with our backs pretty much against the wall, and there were people standing and dancing literally 2ft away from where I was playing. Caused a bit of hell with the mic stands from time to time but it was a unique experience! Showed up without any practice and no setlist beforehand, but it went great! Standard pub fare really, I'm sure there's a band like this in every town in the country. Went straight from my Bravewood Jazz into the desk and had an onstage monitor to hear myself - it sounded great. The guitarist was full of compliments for my tone too, I just solo'ed the neck pickup with the tone up full and I got a very meaty, Precision-like sound. The Wizards really do work their magic in a live situation! Feeling pretty chuffed today, their bassist (whom I filled in for) has a lot of other commitments so I might score a few more gigs in the coming months! Danny

At the moment I'm working my way through Jamerson's part in 'What's Going On'. I think I'm slowly getting closer to understanding his playing style, but I'll NEVER be able to play it with one finger!

[quote name='josh3184' post='446402' date='Mar 26 2009, 08:01 PM']Wizard![/quote] +1. You can get one wound to your own specifications for the same price as a standard, just tell Andy what sound you'd like and he'll work his magic (pun very much intended)