White Cloud

[quote name='Bilbo' timestamp='1375468586' post='2161965'] Playing music is a pleasurable business. Why not use the tools of business if they transfer? [/quote] True!

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1375467548' post='2161947'] OK. [/quote] Wouldn't mind a copy if any does buy it though?!?!? ....................slinks away

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1375466788' post='2161934'] No it's not, it's a response to countless numbers of fans who think the original version of the album sounded terrible. How does" integrity" come into it anyway; are they meant to give away everything they do for nothing? Do you work for free? Nobody is being forced to buy it. Plenty of people, myself included, who think "Vapour Trails" was a great collection of songs ruined by terrible mixing/mastering/whatever will now be able to buy a sonically superior copy should they so choose. [/quote] I like the original so wont buy it. The original was a true reflection of where Rush were at that point in time..a very important place given Neil's tragedies - so why revisit it? I'm not a fan of generic statements like "Countless fans have been crying out for it".....but that's just my perception. I am not crying out for it. Honestly guys...buy it, love it, cherish it.....good luck.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1375465932' post='2161923'] Yes, it will (IMO, of course). See my earlier posts about the previously-released remixes.. [/quote] Yes I did see the posts. Honestly, I am glad that you enjoy the updated material.... it's just not for me. I remember when Rush used to sing about integrity. This is a release to raise yet more capital.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1375464069' post='2161883'] You do that. I'll get the new one because it'll be better. [/quote] Will it? I'm perfectly happy with the original version....if you choose to buy it then good luck with that. I am sure Geddy et al will be touched by your loyalty.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1375461769' post='2161828'] Of course it's commercial. Why would they do it otherwise? [/quote] And for that reason I will make do with the original cut

Agree. Wal are at the top of the food chain imho.

Without wishing to be cynical this could be more of a commercial venture than an artistic one.

Yup know the SMART mnemonic well, use it in my line of business from time to time. Well....it can be applied to any desired goal or outcome imho. If you feel that applying it to your bass playing development will work for you - then go for it. Music is ART my friend...there are NO rules.

[quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1375447479' post='2161515'] Well, I got a bollocking for not looking after myself - and, yes, sciatica was the diagnosis. He's asked me to monitor the pain and contact again if it persists beyond a fortnight - in which case he's refer for physio, and we can have a more serious chat. Interesting conversation on the levels of pain relief. I'm only taking a fraction of what I'm allowed - he's asked me to up that and to look again at some of the exercises from previous (and a new document he had to hand), to ensure I'm continuing to stretch and get some relief beyond just numbing the pain. Managed a proper chat with my employer this morning. I've got a couple of days off next week, in advance of some travel later in the week, to ensure I get some rest prior, and they're willing to look at travel options with me - all pretty positive! [/quote] Typical GP....hot air and pain killers. I find it bizarre that you have to go back in a couple of weeks before physio is considered. Seriously consider paying for a couple of sessions with an osteopath.

[quote name='6feet7' timestamp='1375444697' post='2161442'] I'm an osteo with chiro qualifications too and I always recommend my patients do Pilates as well - I put em straight and then they keep it there with core strength. Physio is good for rehab after accident or operation but they arn't trained in 'body mechanics'. GP's - useless - great for drugs but unless the underlying problem is solved it'll keep coming back (no pun intended) [/quote] Agreed...suffered horrible back injury, various GP's had not a clue and prescribed several meds (that were actually doing me more harm than good). Osteo treatment got straight to the heart of the matter...and set me on the road to recovery. Hope the OP is at least pain free by now!

How did you get on amigo?

How good can it be? Its a P bass...a work horse.

[quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1375294379' post='2159448'] I didn't know I could bypass the GP. Last time I waited for referral. Now that is interesting, thanks. [/quote] Here in Scotland no GP referral is required...any person can contact their local NHS physio direct. I recently tore my shoulder rotator cuff muscle...I went straight to my local NHS physio.....I was in for treatment within hours! Unless other parts of the UK are different you should, with luck benefit in the same way. Call your GP surgery and ask for the nearest NHS physio contact number. I trapped my sciatic nerve 5 years ago btw...exact same symptoms you are experiencing...couldnt understand why the back eased off and my left leg had become seriously painful!

[quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1375280206' post='2159199'] After the last injury, I'd be working up some lower back exercises in the gym. The idea was to both pull some weight off (failing, because I'm simply adding upper body muscle mass) and have a stronger back. Total failure! I'm not sure when I'll manage to get back to regular exercise, though I did speak to my employer - ok, so it'll keep me from going out on the road, but we both struggled to work out the difference between working from home and simply resting up. I could probably do both from a pile of cushions! Dug out of my old exercises for sciatica sheet from the NHS physio. A couple of hamstring stretches gave some relief, as it's morphed from the back being an issue to some real crippling issues in my right leg! [/quote] From this information I can tell you that your leg is in actual fact absolutely fine...you have a sciatic nerve problem. You may have trapped it my friend. Forget the GP and either book a session with a specialist or go straight to NHS Physio - there is no referral necessary from a doctor.

[quote name='Big Bass Man' timestamp='1375214885' post='2158403'] Thanks guys for all the positive comments - think I've a bass for life here! The build quality is second to none and the range of sounds (as mentioned above by Dingus) is truly outstanding! I'm one happy bunny! Hmm maybe a DJ 5 as well then ? [/quote] Yup, great build quality. I regret selling my DJ on last summer...best jazz bass that I ever owned - and I have owned one or two good vintage F****r jazzers in my time.

To be honest I would say that the answer to the posted question is no.

I really feel for you as a long term back pain sufferer. In my experience the good old GP is a bit of a waste of time....get yourself to an Osteopath, or fast track straight to physio. As for the gig, get some anti inflams into your system and gobble some good pain killers.

These are superb 5 strings. Congrats!

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1375054176' post='2156285'] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Buying a signature instrument is a great way of sounding like you, but at extra cost.[/font] [/quote] Truth!

Oh dear. I still enjoy the BGM despite it all. Spoke to the editor about 3 years ago and he promised a Percy Jones interview...never happened, but cest la vie. Adore Zon basses btw. Outstanding.

[quote name='Clarky72' timestamp='1373828027' post='2142022'] Buying a Spector, do I go gloss white or gloss black? [/quote] Doesn't matter what anyone else reckons....you need to live with it, you decide! I say go black btw.