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[quote name='essexbasscat' post='777404' date='Mar 17 2010, 02:01 PM']That's £10.00 head for 24 people. What's the general opinion folks ??[/quote] I wonder if we're actually underestimating the number of people who might turn up? Seems to me there should be many in London who might be interested, but who might well not either (a) be aware or ( decide until we have a ddefinite time and place? That said of course we have to know how we're going to cover any cost - or possible shortfall should there be one! I still reckon though if nearly 100 turned out for the SE do, we ought to very easily get far more than 20!

Good work EBC, someone's got to drive things forward - and it looks like it's you ;-) I've duly done the poll - April for me, as from mid-may till early june I'll be out of the country.

I like Ato71 - unassuming but often gives me an insight into how to approach some of the things I like. He has some interesting bases too!

Jolly good Mazza! Be nice to meet you in person at last!

[quote name='RussFM' post='745060' date='Feb 14 2010, 06:07 PM']If it was SRX rather than ATK might have been the SRX08LTD? [/quote] Oooo purty

It'll happen peeps! Keep the faith!

Whilst browsing fleabay for a possible cheapish 5-string, I came across [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300395064719&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT"]this rather interesting looking beastie[/url] which is apparently a Hutchins Calypso. I've never even heard of 'em, much less seen or tried one, and the Hutchins site says not a lot about 'em... Anyone know anything about them, tried one, heard one...?

Sadly I missed a 505 on ebay recently which went for 195 - with a hard case! I have also pondered on the idea of trying to do my own custom job... but I'm sure I'd end up spending too much and making a mess of it! But definitely an idea for the future - esp. if I start with something really cheapo I think what I shall do is see if i can try a few of these suggestions (for which many thanks, all, some very good ideas here) and I will certainly get back with the result in the long run!

Is this the five minute argument or the full half hour? Ah nostalgia...

Mmmm yup thanks all - more food for thought! [quote name='pete.young' post='731134' date='Jan 31 2010, 10:02 PM']Should have tried mine at the last SE bass bash! I'll bring it to the London one if it happens.[/quote] hehehe true, but I wasn't looking then was I

YAYYYY! Way to go Hot Tub! Now keep it up!

Cheers Pete, that's one I hadn't thought of, and it certainly seems a possibility! I shall have to try to find someone with one at the next bass bash

I wondered what everyone might suggest as a good idea for my next potential acquisition? I currently own a lovely old Spector NS-2, which I would never want to part with, but having acquired an Ibanez GWB35 after working out that I COULD play fretless (started with an old RBX200F) I am very much liking having 5 strings and would like to find a fretted 5-string which was decent but not too expensive which might fill the gap Just to give SOME guidelines to the discussion, I like the sounds of the basses I have but would love a classic Musicman Stingray thump; anything with a through neck is a big plus; sculpted rather than slab; and of course cheaper the better (so SWMBO doesn't kill me) but the key thing re price is value for money rather than outright numbers, and good resellability. I play all sorts of stuff, none of it very well and I'm a fingerer rather than a slapper (though in the future who knows...). I've currently been looking at maybe an Ibanez SR of some ilk, or maybe a Musicman SUB (but I don't really like the LOOK of the Musicman TBH!) What do y'all reckon?

Yeah we're all gagging to hear here! Of course, right now, he's probably only just waking up from the drunken stupour between the two young lovelies he pulled after his amazing performance...

Just one more to add to the many voices saying "GO FOR IT"! (even if you've already gone!) And just to add... [quote name='Huwberry' post='729599' date='Jan 30 2010, 12:39 PM']I can't think of any advice or comment that hasn't already been expressed....[/quote] I can think of something. Go to the toilet first, in plenty of time. Seriously, when I played in a band 30+ years ago as a drummer, I suffered wee nerves every night (and no I'm not scottish ) Now of course, being in my 50s, I don't need nerves for that kind of problem to appear... :blush: YOU ARE GOING TO HAVE A GREAT TIME. Enjoy!!!!!

FWIW I have a hitachi stereo unit (can't remember the model no, but can check it tonight if anyone's interested) which has a cassette and a USB port, and you can copy direct in MP3 format from one to the other (and likewise from other inputs). Did my old band tapes (from the 70s!) and some vinyls on it! Only cost about £70, and it's not a bad general music system either. I'm sure they do similar models now (bought this about 5 years ago). Thought it was a very handy feature!

[quote name='hillbilly deluxe' post='719920' date='Jan 21 2010, 11:04 AM']This is what i do.[/quote] Thinking along the right lines there - but a HARLEY? Mind you the're great if you want to spend 95% of your time cleaning or sitting by the road waiting for the breakdown truck after the latest bit's shaken loose and fallen off

I'm in (unless the eventual date clashes with anything unmoveable)! To drift back to earlier discussions about venue... The SE bash (which was excellent btw, well done all!) was at a school, which in many ways was an ideal location - they had parking, were suitably isolated from anyone who might complain, and had a proper hall and stage for the main area plus plenty of adjacent rooms and space for other things. And for any newbies out there who might feel a bit nervous or intimidated - I understand just how you feel (the SE bash was my first) but just come and enjoy! Everyone is really friendly and helpful, you get to try loads of stuff (don't be embarrassed about your skill levels, everyone will be very supportive and it's great to have a go with new things - I even got to play a double bass for the very first time!) Also, since I saw a call for a lift, I can fit one more person (possibly two if you put gear on your lap ) in my car - I'll be going from Northolt in W London and am happy to pick up anyone vaguely en route (wherever that turns out to eventually be!) I can bring a Markbass Jeff Berlin combo and an Ibanez GWB35.

Hi and welcome Maza! For all the joys of self-teaching I would definitely suggest getting some lessons (even if jjust occasional ones) if you can. I dabbled with bass for many many years (I was originally a drummer) but it was only when I got a bit more serious about bass and started taking some lessons that I realised what a huge difference it makes when you can be guided and encouraged by a good teacher. I've not been at it that long myself and I'm astonished by how I've progressed - far beyond what I would originally have imagined (or perhaps I just had very low expectations! ). I was also very lucky to have one of the best - Phill Mann (he's on here) - but I would definitely recommend that getting some lessons will direct your learning and speed your progression (and enjoyment). The main thing, though, is to play and have fun! Mmm all these London bass players... we should have a bass party...

How about a GWB35? Phil Mann had one going a little while ago, not sure if it's still available... ....(edit) ah no, gone! But they're damn nice basses (I have one) and in the right price bracket...