Marc S

Glad to hear he's OK As you say, he's been a very active poster and definitely a good source of friendly, helpful info Hope things settle down, and ubassman is back on here soon

[quote name='r16ktx' timestamp='1405437222' post='2501899'] If only they did bass liver oil... :-D [/quote] Groan!

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1405280443' post='2500448'] I know this has little definite proof but I take glucosamine sulphate tablets and cod liver oil capsules - I used to have some stiffness in my knees but since taking these daily my joint mobility is pretty good - I buy the generic variety from Asda. [/quote] Yes, I use Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets (you can get them in a combined tablet) I started taking them because I had a knee op a few years back They've really helped my knee, which used to grind and click now & then.... Cod liver oil is good for joints too but you must remember - these tablets are mainly for joints If you have inflammation of muscles or tendons an anti-inflammatory drug is best No harm in taking the joint pills though They may help any other underlying issues, and will do no harm as you get older, you will develop clicks, grinding & stiff joints

Did a gig in TIntern, right on the Anglo-Welsh border on Saturday It was part of their annual "Folk On The Lawn" festival It was a great event - small-ish, really fun, friendly fest and the sun was shining (we played quarter past mid-day) I'd never played with this bunch before, having only agreed to join on the Sunday before! Only one full rehearsal But you know what - sure it could have been a bit more polished, but it went really quite well We've been asked to play a few more gigs since then and we're playing Rumney Folk Club in Cardiff this Friday .... following just one more rehearsal This is almost the exact opposite of what I usually do I don't read music, so I play by ear, and have to rehearse.... Sometimes, by the time a band is sounding really tight - someone leaves! Anyhow, it was pretty damn good, I think and I hope to do a few more with these guys some of them are pro musicians, and they're really relaxed about the whole thing [attachment=166804:DSC_6786.jpg] ...apologies for the loud shirt - just thought it might distract the crowd from my under-rehearsed playing EDIT: PS, I love playing outdoors on a nice day

[quote name='waynepunkdude' timestamp='1405426719' post='2501768'] A lot of it is fully justified. [/quote] ... as are a lot of his plaudits, of course....

[quote name='Phil Adams' timestamp='1405433506' post='2501862'] It's not a Warwick "THUMB" is it? [/quote]

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1405419866' post='2501693'] Is the top of his finger included in the sale?? [/quote] Why on earth would you post an item for sale, using such awful photos? baffling!

[quote name='thisnameistaken' timestamp='1398732613' post='2437115'] Whatever else happens, he was in The Smiths. The most vocal critics of Morrissey didn't like The Smiths, and those people can't be trusted. [/quote] Indeed. I was a big fan of the Smiths, and still am There was never anything else quite like them Morrissey's lyrics are just so funny & witty However, I didn't care for the whole royalty debacle Having read a few books about the band, I can see how these things were all signed & sealed before anyone realised just how big the band would become.... But maybe that should have been sorted beforehand? You have to ask why Mike Joyce and Andy Rourke signed such contracts in the 1st place but Morrissey, Marr, the bands legal team and the record company should have ensured that all royalties were equally shared I think the same thing happened in the Beatles though as well With Ringo & George not getting their fair share.... All that aside, the Smiths were quite simply, brilliant Morrissey whilst with the Smiths was surely Englands' finest lyricist (said the Welshman!) His first solo album was good - but none of his releases have been a patch on the Smiths at their best with a few tracks singled out for exemption from that..... Thanks for posting - on a forum where I've read some vociferous criticism of the man

[quote name='andydye' timestamp='1405334721' post='2500827'] oo, awesome! just have fun being 'normal' with a legend matey [/quote] If I were you, I'd be too busy asking questions of my own Like andydye says - just enjoy being in his company.....

Also, the bridge is really easily lowered on these EUB's You may also find changing strings helps My Stagg came with some really inflexible heavy steel strings Probably fine for bowing.... But I put nylon wrap strings on, and they're much better You could try some of the Innovation strings too - they tend to have a lower tension This may help your playing, and be much easier on the right hand I find Innovation Silver Slaps work well on my other bass..... Try Daf Lewis's Innovation strings trial on this forum - it's free and you might find strings that suit you.... Let us know how you get on

Hello bobunit, Welcome to the forum and like everyone else, I'm really sorry to hear about that scam I hope you can sort something Did you use a credit card to pay for it? If so, I'm sure your credit card company would sort it and refund you That's certainly the case here in the UK, as far as I'm aware Never used Craigslist before, so I've no experience of them I've bought quite a bit of Second-hand gear from people on this very forum and I've made some great purchases, and been extremely happy to deal with everyone Of course, that's more difficult for you being in the US but I hope everyone you meet on here can help in some way.... Please let us know how you get on, and good luck Cheers Marc

Also, yes stick basses can sound & feel more like a big fretless, but you could also consider something like one of these... They do have a small acoustic chamber, so there should be some resonance which if you use a decent pickup, should sound much more like your DB http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/electric-double-bass-/121379275826?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item1c42c4c432

I know what you mean I'm a bit younger than yourself, but I get plenty of aches & pains! As you say, it's getting it in & out of the car is difficult enough I'm in a 3 storey house, and getting my DB up & down several flights of stairs was bad enough I luckily saw one of these for sale on here - and bought it right away You don't see many of them in the UK I had previously seen one being played at Cambridge Folk Fest and thought it looked neat It's a David Gage "Czech Ease" bass The body is quite a bit smaller than the usual Db, but it's still a 3/4 scale I find it easier to cart about - mind you, the case is pretty heavy, at least it's on wheels http://www.davidgage.com/store/index.php?cPath=26 I'm glad I bought mine Anyhow, you can also buy folding double basses or as others have said, try a 1/2 size There's one in a local shop, and it really does look smaller + easier to lug around Let us know what you decide anyway

Yes, I'd say rest a while And really rest it - no playing for a few days Also, although some people would recommend not taking painkillers I'd say, take a rest and take something anti-inflammatory, like Ibuprophen That should help ease any inflammation - but make sure you rest the finger Another possibility of course is that it could be an arthritic condition You don't state your age - but although arthritis is more common as you get older you can also develop it at an earlier stage So rest, ibuprophen, more rest then see your GP if it continues Good luck, and let us know how you get on EDIT: After resting, try playing more with the pick, for now....

Yes, squash balls are hollow I'm not sure quite how well they would work in this instance but if you know anyone who plays squash, these are free - they burst from time to time, after much useage.... So it's worth a try anyway..... I have heard tales of Hi-fi enthusiasts, cutting them in half, and using them upside-down as turntable feet, Yes, some people do still use turntables..... apparently

[quote name='Dave Vader' timestamp='1404740532' post='2495239'] I got laughed at by the drummer, who's kit, sans carpeting, still did less damage to the stage than my bass. i get overly spirited and move from one bit of the stage to the other, so I'd have to kick the bit of plywood ahead of me Douglas, but nice idea. Walking stick end rubber may be thicker, if not, my dog has abandoned a large rubber ball in garden, I may drill it and see what happens... Thanks all. [/quote] How about cutting a hole in an old squash ball? Would this work? Worth a try maybe.....

Looks really simple and useful A great idea indeed Thanks for the link

Interesting this The parts all seem to be American I spoke to someone in a guitar shop over the weekend, The guy was considered something of an expert on Fender matters He reckoned that some USA parts were actually made in Mexico anyway.... The pickups seem fine on this bass Glad I went for it now A good bass for that money IMO PS. SWMBO hasn't found it yet

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1404398787' post='2492303'] It's funny, and maybe my ears aren't as discerning as others' - but I have always reckoned that a J neck pickup can do a very good approximation of a P bass. [/quote] I was going to say that in my last response I honestly think the J bass can get a near P bass sound But to my ear, it's just more flexible and adjustable.... One of my amps is a Markbass 102P The VPF & VPL filters on there can help get more of a P sound I think if you took the Jazz neck & put it on something else, you may not get the balance quite the same Of course, it could be an experiment that pays off But for me, I know what you mean re the Jazz being incredible There's just something about the playability of the neck It's just the right depth, taper at the nut end, and broad enough at the base end of the neck to really dig my fingers in between those strings... the balance and feel of the body is superb, and the bass is not overly heavy I love my Jazz - I've played lots of different basses, and still own several but the Jazz always feels the best to play - even if I need one of the others to get the sound I want If I were you, I'd keep the bass as it is, and any mods would be to the electrics / pickups Leave the bass itself alone, as you like it so much You may never quite get that feeling with another bass....... As before, let us know what you decide, and how you get on and good luck with it

[quote name='Bigwan' timestamp='1404397471' post='2492290'] Keep an eye on the other items for sale section here. Buy replacement pickups used and if they don't suit you, sell them again. [/quote] A good idea! I would definitely keep the Jazz though... I'm a convert to Jazz basses I've got a Mex Roadworn, and the neck is just right for me I love it to bits If you replace the bass, I'm sure you'll regret not having that neck shape and profile you obviously like Don't forget to let us know what you opt for, and how you get on BTW. I love the sound from my Jazz pickups But I guess each model has it's own differences etc

That's what I like about this forum Everyone is just so helpful, informative & friendly Or is that just bass players in general?

30,000 IS a lot I didn't think there were that many bass players out there Well done BC

Me again! I meant to say, keep your eye on the for sale section in the Double Bass & EUB bit of the forum Some people try out strings on here, and don't get on with them so they sell them, usually for a reasonable amount I've got some spare, hardly used strings for my DB for less than half the new cost PS. On my EUB I got some S/H Nylon Wrap strings too You might want to look at those I think Rotosound do a set..... Don't forget to let us know how you get on with the bass / strings etc