Len_derby

A photo from May when the baton was used at a barn dance. The take-up so far has been a bit disappointing I think. Apart from Derbyshire, of course (God's own county). Maybe there's a lot of bulls**ters on this forum who gig a lot less than they pretend. Prove me wrong guys and raise some money for a great cause.

[quote name='The Dark Lord' timestamp='1373476053' post='2138100'] Yeah. It's entertainment, not a music exam. [/quote] T-shirt please......

The only personal experience I've got is that when an friend of mine discovered that his band had a tribute act he was thrilled to bits. He actually said 'now I know I've made it'.

I can recommend looking out for a Yamaha Bex. There's a piezo under the bridge in addition to the soap bar. I see you have a Barefaced cab; through my Big One the low-end is real 'rolling thunder'. If you're anywhere nearby you are welcome to take a look at mine (not for sale though!)

Welcome Ricky.

Welcome to Basschat. There is plenty of fun, and new gear, to be found here. Len

Welcome Peter. Good luck for the Help For Heroes gig. I hope you wore different hats for the two bands.

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1372468371' post='2126245'] Shithole venues are sometimes the only choice. [/quote] Getting involved in live music isn't for the faint-hearted. Even in a church I've seen an unsupervised toddler pull a mic-stand over, damaging both the SM58 and the acoustic guitar it smacked into. I think you have to assess the risks, 'gear-up' accordingly (e.g. take a cheapo bass if necessary) and try and stay alert. I don't have much faith in insurance policies (or pensions, or investments or financial products in general but that's a wider issue)

I use SheetMusicDirect. Usually for Broadway/West End standards. I don't know if they'll have what you want but I've found them a good supplier.

[quote name='uncle psychosis' timestamp='1372159213' post='2122252'] Are you absolutely sure you want to avoid Yamaha? This is a lot of bass for your money: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/209437-yamaha-trb-1005-pics-added/page__hl__trb1005__fromsearch__1"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/209437-yamaha-trb-1005-pics-added/page__hl__trb1005__fromsearch__1[/url] [/quote] I bought this last Saturday. Alan, the previous owner (Keary5664) was off on an overseas trip almost straight away after my visit, so he hasn't had time to update the for sale thread. I thought I'd let you know to avoid you wasting any time.

I bought Al's Yamaha TRB1005 off him yesterday. A pleasant transaction all round, and Al was able to cater for me getting delayed in Saturday morning Manchester traffic. I can recommend doing business with this gentleman.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1371328332' post='2112694'] Is that a euphemism..? Oh hello Len - I didn't recognise you without your Viking hat on. [/quote] That being another euphemism?? Well CHW, are you getting an idea of the sort of place you've joined?

Welcome PB and enjoy the forum.

Hello and welcome to a fellow ceilidh and barn dance dabbler.

Welcome Plampers! Enjoy the journey. Len

Hi Eric, Glad you enjoyed it! It was my 5th visit and it's never disappointed. Who did you see that particularly impressed you?

Good old rock n' roll re-packaged for a particular time and place. I don't mean that to be cynical or dismissive. I was 18 when the Sex Pistols came on the scene. Lots of fun.

[quote name='ubassman' timestamp='1370354694' post='2099597'] anyone know how to contact BBblackdog? [/quote] PM'd you with some help on that.

I shall be there all Saturday (8th June) if anyone would like to say hello and have a beer.

Hand over! The baton is now in the hands of Dale, BB Blackdog. In the next day it's going to be seen in Frome (South West) and the Bearded Theory festival (back in Derby). The pots went round the pub last night during the gig. Plenty of cash seemed to be going in. Let the fun continue!

Baton hand-over tonight! From me to Dale, of BB Blackdog at their gig at the George and Dragon, Belper, Derbyshire. It's going to be a fun night!