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Slapping only, by dood, with the spankatron

Yeah I think I did too, come to think of it.

Really like that idea. The bids bit could be complicated but there's no reason why we couldn't have some stuff brought by members to sell. Only thing is I'm not sure how the organisers would feel about it, some shows prefer you to be selling new gear and sometimes you aren't actually able to buy at all at the show itself (think that was the situation last year?) Thanks for the suggestion though, if it's allowed I think it's a good plan!

I'm speaking to BGM this week so I'll get dibs on a table early. Probably have some free stuff, some merch, a bass or two and a cattle prod to scare off Dood when he overstays his welcome. Perhaps also a laptop so we can force people to sign up on the spot. Or else. ped

I could pimp myself out during the noisy periods

[quote name='Rumple' timestamp='1331029469' post='1566408'] If there was a BC stand next year that would be an ideal place to meet up with others forum members. [/quote] Yeah, I'll see if I can swing it. Not sure how much it'll cost and no way of telling how much £ we'll have spare (spending a lot on some neat developments here on site). Perhaps I can blag a free table somewhere!

I think once we have the BC stickers in the shop in the next few weeks people could wear one on thier forehead or something. That might work. I'm also thinking about a BC branded lanyard with name tag holder for various BC events. Watch this space.

[quote name='charic' timestamp='1330949116' post='1565078'] You're clutterbucking with us [/quote] lol

Haha! Don't go there... We tried it and found we preferred people to explain their like or dislike. Better arguments that way. ped

[quote name='fluffo' timestamp='1330944643' post='1564975'] A good day out although that Nigel Clutterbuck was nothing short of a pain in the arse, Not only was he doing his usual percusive nonesence that was way to loud, that aint bass playing ,don't get me wrong I love a bit of slap but do it as it is intended, he didn't even stay on his own stool he tried other stuff on the other stools and was just generally polluting everybody elses space. I bet if you sat him down and said I don't know er "play Dock of the bay" you would see a blank face. Not a good ad for Rotosound. I spoke to Jason on the Roto stand and said "why do you bring him?". I wanted to get him a warwick t shirt with the big W on it, I thought it could stand for something else for the day. Has anyone ever seen him play in a band or with anyone else, No well that says something!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A great day ruined by a NOB!!!!!!!!!!!! [/quote] I remember similar posts from other events. Apparently he's a very talented bassist and just does that kind of thing at shows because some people like it. Unfortunately any tight sweet bassline would be totally lost in the noise as previously mentioned so you're kind of damned if you do and damned if you don't to some extent. But yeah, enough! ped

I'll see if I can get hold of him for an update and let you know. Although the business is based on an online service some people don't always properly gauge the importance of forums and how the public (customers) use them. Perhaps the shift from printed media to online content was more difficult than expected in this respect. Cheers

Just got back from the show. Was only able to stay for a few hours but spoke to all the people I needed to and met a few BCers too. Really good vibe at the show and although it was smaller than I expected the quiet sessions seemed to work pretty well. Got some great contacts and new ideas in the pipeline. Next year I'll try and have a stand so we can all meet up there at some point. Most random thing happened afterwards though. Just drove back to have lunch in Marlow with my BC book keeper Dave and we were spotted by a BCer who was in Pizza Express for his sisters birthday. I'm really sorry I have forgotten your username but it was great of you to come and say Hi! Give me a shout if it was you and I'll send you a present. Cheers

Well I haven't heard anything about it being 'dead', but I haven't heard anything to the contrary either, unfortunately. All I know is that they didn't want an advert on BC this month...

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Turns out you pre-book the parking at the venue so I'll just do that I think. Waiting to hear how my mates operation goes and weather I'll be attending on Sat or Sun as a result. As soon as I know, I'll book. I think it's well worth the price to avoid the never ending trudge from train to train in the pouring rain. Nothing like getting into your own car after a long day at a bass show!! ped

Will do, thanks.

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1330681095' post='1561345'] My new Polo shirts arrived today, thanks Chris.. I actually prefer this one over the custom ones as I love the black and orange colour scheme. So, thats two Polo's and one grey/orange T's (that i cant really get in to) ive got now. Funny thing is i noticed that since last Thursday ive been wearing bass related tops, without actually realising it until today. I've also got a TalkBass T, a nice T from Burtons that's got a bass on it, a bass clef T and i had on one of my sons "my Dad plays bass" tops.. Bloody hell, has my mid life crises has started?. Still, its cheaper than buying basses. [/quote] Great! Thanks for buying from us because we're shifting all the money into improving the site so you'll look cool and have a better site, too! Win win! Just saw your question RE black/orange 'custom' type polos; I'll see if I can add that design to the shop and let you know. In terms of stickers, I'm back to square 2 as the samples weren't good enough so I'm looking for another supplier for those. I want them to be right and the supplier who made the samples has pretty much ignored my designs and sizes so I'm walking away! I wish everyone was as good as the embroiderer I use for the polos, they are SUPERB! ped

Hm, £26 for open air car park near the centre... might just have to do that, REALLY can't stand tubes/trains/buses!

What's the parking like at the venue? I can't do multi story car parks so looking for recommendations nearby? ped

BTW not sure which day I'll be there yet as David my friend/BC book keeper is having a tooth operation on Friday so hopefully he'll be OK for Saturday otherwise we'll do Sunday!

I'll be tweeting @basschatuk throughout the day so you can track me down and say Hi!

[quote name='njr911' timestamp='1330601400' post='1560007'] Is there a Drumchat.co.uk out there that anyone knows for the drummer in my band. He needs to waste time at work being a drum nerd just like I've been doing on here for the last few weeks Cheers Neil [/quote] Hi Neil We have bought drumchat.co.uk with a view to making it part of a chat group of forums (to also include guitarchat) but we haven't worked on it yet.

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1330557710' post='1559566'] What are the chances of getting a tshirt printed up tomorrow with my avatar on?! [/quote] Just draw one lol

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I wonder if we can make this thread visible to non registered users. Will have a look tomorrow.