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One on Sat, three on Sun, one on Mon, one on Tue. Some are Jubilees but not quite sure which ones. They're gigs.

You never forget your first gig on DB, it's a memory that stays with you. You've got a great bass there John so here's to a lifetime of DB.

Thanks Keith. I ordered one today from Mark at Bass Direct. I was offered one at the weekend from Sell5 but for anyone who has been asleep during the weekend he has turned out to be a multiple scammer. No harm done tho'. I took my PJ flight case to a gig at the weekend and was not happy with the sound at all. Bit too 'polite'. So I'm giving the GB a go. I've told Mrs B that if I ever buy another amp after this she can shoot me (rowing reference there). I'll let you guys know how I get on. Incidentally, at the last gig of the seven piece we were on a stage with a very thick carpet - why do they do that?! I was using my MB200 into an Epi 10" (thanks for that, Keith!) but due to the carpet the notes were getting chopped off short. Out front they said the bass sound was great but I thought it was awful and if you can't enjoy the sound you're making............................ Guitarist used an MB200 into a Wizzy 10" and that was very good indeed.

So I suppose that goes some way towards the definition of an expert musician - see other post. [i]Someone who can sort his tax affairs out.[/i]

[quote name='jonsebass' timestamp='1337971401' post='1668293'] So, one thing ive learnt is to keep a note and receipt for everything. Now - do i just do this for the earnings I receive, or totally for the band; IE - Gig at X pub = band gets paid £200. Out of that £200, we all get £40 (£200/5) Do i just record MY expenses, and leave it to the rest of the band to do their own? [/quote] Yes, unless you're the leader.

If you've got a day job, don't bother with self employed stuff but if you must, you can use the box 7.1 to declare any other income. In a gigs sense this is actually profit (money received, less all the stuff that's been mentioned in the previous posts). So the probability is that you won't have made any profit. So ignore everything but still keep your records handy and do end-of-year accounts for your eyes only.

At the very least, however infrequently you play, keep records - a simple 'exercise' type book will do it - of every gig you do. Record the cash received, the mileage you travelled, and stick £5 in for sarnies. You may also want to do something about capital depreciation of your gear but you'll need the original receipt. Then a few expenses - batts, strings etc. At the end of the year you'll probably have made a loss but if there's a small profit coming up see if you can add to your expenses or get a small item of gear to balance the books. Then put the book away and do nothing. You won't have a profit, or if you have a loss just forget it; don't try to offset it. But keep records, that receipt you signed could just come back and bite you one day. Also remember, even if you get cash even that will be recorded in the payer's accounts. The only 'safe' cash is from the bride's dad! And I even record that.

Does any DB player out there use a GB STL 3.0-10T combo and if so what's the opinion on it. I'm currently looking for a second hand one to buy but if I don't have any luck I'll have to consider a new one. But before I do this it would be nice to have some players' comments. I find that I'm using a 10" cab more frequently these days, even in quite big rooms - and I seem to get a lot of positive comments from people in the audience, more than previously when I didn't get any at all. Clarity perhaps?

Bilbo will be pleased she put a long frock on. Band was good, did they all come over with her? I recognised her regular piano player.

The bass player on a lot of her stuff, Les Hurdle, and I were at school together at Forest GS, Winnersh. Last time we played together he was on guitar and I played washboard. But that was [i]a very long time ago. [/i]Always liked her stuff, particularly that unique sound to her voice. RIP

Clarky, commiserations. Our sax player knocked my Martin over during an interval. I used my MU insurance to take it to George Martin and get it expertly repaired FOC. Join the MU, if only for the insurance.

If you can't fit a small outrigger to it which goes into your body, try fitting a rubber foot on the end pin (you can find various sizes/diameters at hardware stores) and putting a small rubber mat on the stage. Also, fitting a 100mm tee to the bottom of the end pin will do it.

[quote name='steve-soar' timestamp='1337455581' post='1660443'] What a totally pointless post. And why be a hypocrite and offer condolences to the family of someone you've never met and hate their artistic output. Strange and a little bit sad. [/quote] Yes.

I wouldn't want an 'intermediate' in my band - mind you, I wouldn't want a self-proclaimed 'expert' either. The poor guy (go back three pages) was probably following the CV convention of indicating his relative proficiency in whatever he does. Scratch below the surface and he'll probably be a pleasant, modest and proficient bass player. Which is what I am, but without the modest and pleasant bit.

If you ask for the full HMRC allowance of .45/mile you'll probably price yourself out. I get paid .16/mile every gig I do and that just covers diesel at 40mpg. Try .20/m and you'll be doing fine.

There's a lot of stuff that can be got onto one sheet using repeats, first time/second time bars etc. Otherwise spread it all out onto a wide sheet of ply. If all that fails, nurdle around on an open string while you turn the page - with your fingers.

Curses, he's discovered our secret - the womble thing, I mean.

In the Times today, about 'Top Streets' to visit during the London Olympics, " Denmark Street, WC2. The last interesting street in Soho, home to the best musical instrument shops in town". Perhaps BC should put its oar in.

You're right, Mr B. I originally wondered whether it was a Harley Benton which looks similar and also has a 3mm jack. This bass looks a good buy and, dare i say, would be a good alternative to a Stagg.

Not really fussed about the more extreme effects, such as on these clips, but a chorus can do wonders on a ballad solo up the fingerboard.

Can I recommend a good book for beginners and improvers alike: About the Double Bass by Peter Tyler. You will find it very useful to give you a good understanding of the bass and you will be more knowledgeable in your search. It will cost £20 but that will be a very good investment. Send Peter an email at www.tylerbasses.co.uk