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For those who have had to use a backup bass, why?
Marc S replied to Lozz196's topic in General Discussion
I've voted "string break" but I needed 2 responses really. Actually, I had a battery fail on me at a gig - and on that occasion, I hadn't taken a spare bass - luckily, I had a spare PP3 battery. However, that battery change seemingly takes an age when you have onlookers (rummaging around the pockets of the gigbag took long enough). -
Yamaha Session Cakes (x2) - *SOLD*
Marc S replied to ped's topic in Accessories & Other Musically Related Items For Sale
Hi @ped please be patient with me - as I've not used one of these before Can you plug a mic, plus an instrument into one of these without one cutting the other out? I assume you could take the headphone output into an amp? I ask because I'm trying to extend the number of inputs into a busking amp. Hope you are well good sir? -
SGC Nanyo MIJ Active FINAL REDUCTION £180. - *SOLD*
Marc S replied to Steve1967's topic in Basses For Sale
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This'll cheer you up... It's World Goth Day!
Marc S replied to Cat Burrito's topic in General Discussion
I really must get a copy of John Robb's book on Goth. A mate has just read it and says it's really good. https://booksplea.se/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=4506444¤cy=GBP&gclid=CjwKCAjw67ajBhAVEiwA2g_jEIy-lLGRBiiILvxAQjwNF2A4h0h2CISj-01ziizAnMVZz4oCqn1_lRoCHyYQAvD_BwE -
Here's a recently released video of one of the bands I'm in. We are called "Tom Crow & The Ghostriders". Please click "like" on YouTube (if you do like it, of course). The video was recorded for us, at Acapela studios, just north of Cardiff. EDIT: Acapela have booked us to support Merry Hell this December
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RIP Algy. His bass playing was a huge part of the atmosphere, sound and energy of the Damned's MGE album. As others have said, Andy Rourke, now Algy Ward
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Bassist assaulted mid-gig by singer in Manchester
Marc S replied to EJWW's topic in General Discussion
You've gone and done it again @Hellzero! ha ha -
What a nice post. Yes, there have been quite a number times when I've really really enjoyed playing a gig, or even just a rehearsal that went well - a special moment when music lifted my mood, or even helped me feel great. Happily, there are far more of these than the opposite. My only problem, is that I just can't get as much time to play music as I would like to, including some of the other non-bass instruments I own.
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Ah, so sorry to hear this @BassInMyFace Best of luck with getting your gear back. As you say, that NS EUB is a very niche instrument - hopefully it will turn up undamaged
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Bassist assaulted mid-gig by singer in Manchester
Marc S replied to EJWW's topic in General Discussion
Thanks to @Lozz196 - I now have that tune in my head! lol -
The most important thing is - concentrate on your recovery, and looking after yourself. Re the rest of the band - explain the situation to them, and that you weren't given much prior warning. I'm sure they'll understand. The next stage will really be whether or not you're feeling up to playing for a while. I know I'd miss my bandmates, and gigging. But of course, you may or may not be well enough to continue in the short term. Perhaps ask your band whether they might consider a short term dep? I'd certainly mention your 80's style keyboard option too - let them know that you'd be willing to do that if you're well enough. That should at least let them know how committed you are. Firstly though - best of luck with your surgery, and hope you have a speedy recovery.... look after yourself.
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"Tightening" up the tone from my E String ......
Marc S replied to Pirellithecat's topic in Repairs and Technical
As others have already said though.... check it at volume, through an amp. I would add that you should maybe try it in a rehearsal studio, firstly on its' own, but then with full band. I'd also say, try recording something with the bass - then see if it still sounds the same in the recording. You never know - you may be partly convincing yourself of something that isn't actually the case. I would add though, I recently tried a couple of necks on my Pbass, and the original neck just sounded that bit better than the other necks. It was a good experiment in Rosewood V Maple board, and chunkier neck V slimmer neck. Took a while, but it was noticeable just how much more sustain and "snappiness" the original neck produced. Perhaps the woods were just matched really well at the factory? -
"Tightening" up the tone from my E String ......
Marc S replied to Pirellithecat's topic in Repairs and Technical
Hi @Pirellithecat did you sort the nut out by the way? I only just read your post about the E string not sitting quite right in the slot. As someone also said, a decent quality nut will also help - but make sure the string sits firmly in the slot. This will of course require some careful fettling with a file. But don't file the slot too deep - as that can cause buzzing issues that end of the neck. -
Bass Collection Detroit Bass REDUCED - *SOLD*
Marc S replied to vmaxblues's topic in Basses For Sale
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NBD: 1971 Precision... from Bermuda to Tyneside
Marc S replied to wateroftyne's topic in Bass Guitars
My, what a lovely P bass -
Fender Classic Series 50's Precision Bass - Fiesta Red
Marc S replied to FretlessKing's topic in Basses For Sale
Like @GoodOlJohnson, I also have one of these (swapped my Scratchplate for a Tort one, but other wise identical). I absolutely agree 100% that it's probably the best Fender to come out of Mexico - alongside the Roadworn series. The sound is absolutely killer P bass sound, with huge low-end tones, and lovely, good old P bass grunt with classic sounding mids & highs. I've owned several Precisions over the years, and my MIM Classic 50's has been my fave - even above a lovely Oly White US one, my old Roadworn, and more recently my early Squier CV. Plus, the colour on these is my fave Fiesta Red. It's also pretty lightweight, at a shade under 4kg, and the neck feels lovely & smooth. I'm not usually a fan of chunky necks, and this one is wide, but fairly shallow. I did try a couple of other Fender necks on it - just as an experiment in how it feels and sounds. And though the stock neck was a tad wider than the other necks.... it was still the winner for me in terms of just how great the bass sounds. That surprised me, as I was always a bit skeptical about neck dimensions & wood types - but I was won over by the neck on this beastie. Apologies to the seller, for blabbering on about these basses but if you're after a superb, top-notch P bass, and one that rivals more expensive instruments - then give this one a whirl! (I don'r know the seller BTW) -
Fields of fire - Big Country
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Fender Japan Late 60s Jazz Bass **price drop now £900** - *SOLD*
Marc S replied to WishICouldWalk's topic in Basses For Sale
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Sorted - please close. Wanted: D'addario Zyex 3/4 strings
Marc S replied to Marc S's topic in EUBs & Double Basses For Sale
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Sometimes @Smanth, that's all that's needed, and it can really add to the overall sound anyway. But perhaps its also something the OP could try - if they find that easier to do?
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I sing backing vocals in the bands I'm in. I always found it hard to play bass and sing at the same time. Even now, I find it hard on some songs - there are ones I just can't sing on, no matter how hard I try. As others have said, practice, practice, practice is the only way. But perhaps a good starting point, is to play along to something at home first - make it a song you know really well, with simple, i.e. not too many words. With your band, start doing backing on just one or two songs. It's tricky, and I don't know why. It maybe because guitarists often start learning with those sing-along-while-you-play-chords sort of books?
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Wow! This is still here? I can't reiterate just how good these are. Honestly, mine is my fave P bass ever. The neck is obviously wider than a Jazz - but it's relatively shallow, front-to-back. I'm not a huge fan of chunky necks, and the necks on these really don't feel too chunky. If you're thinking about buying one of these - just go for it, you won't regret it. I've kept mine over several other good P basses, inc US and Roadworn models, and an absolutely stunning early Squier CV, and a JV for that matter.