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Thought this was a good video that touches on the subject: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGo3k46A39Y

[quote name='ivansc' timestamp='1479665123' post='3178274'] And I do agree with the sentiments expressed by most of us in this thread, both Carole and James were great players, why bother arguing about stuff that is so obviously beyond any realistic measurement of proof? [/quote] What he said - with all due respect to all parties, hasn't this one been done to death over the years?

Gutted to hear that - just seen a post about it on FB

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1478342204' post='3168486'] This is it. Forget all this angst about gear and the sound in your head. . . . . learn to sing and you'll be much more use to a band. [/quote] Main problem I have is the old "pat your head and rub your tummy" thing where b/v's are concerned. Very much agree that having b/v's is more of of an asset than a hindrance, but also agree with one of the previous posters that the quality of your b/v's has to be pretty spot on as well. Anything "half assed" won't really do.....

[quote name='Hobbayne' timestamp='1478254726' post='3167858'] I audition for a band a few years back. I thought it went alright. It turned out I did not get it because although I was no better than the other guy, he could sing. [/quote] Same here - had an audition for a band at the end of last year. Did all my prep, they liked me and my playing, didn't get it because I didn't have any b/v's....

My band have some gigs at a GK venue next year. Have tried to set up an account with Invapay, but they emailed me to say I need to get the venue to invite me on their system? Can anyone tell me how to do this - any info gratefully received...

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1475863650' post='3149393'] What has Jazz got to do with it. There is complex music everywhere. [/quote] Having read the OP's original post, he appeared not to be interested in pursuing improvisational music as it would bore most punters (his opinion, not mine I hasten to add...). When I had the conversation with the guy at the studio, he was very much an "ear" player and was quite content to have just a very basic understanding of music in relation to that, which is absolutely fine. My comment to him was along the lines of "if you're just looking at getting involved with writing pop / rock type stuff, as long as you know your Major and Minor chords, you're sorted. You don't need to know anything about the Melodic Minor, Harmonic Minor and the relative modes contained within, because it doesn't really get anywhere near most mainstream chart music". My comment previously was based on the original question by the OP, I've just used the above to illustrate similar. If I had to be honest, I love theory - I like finding out how this music thing works (and I like Jazz / inprovisational music). If my comments offended you, it wasn't intended as I actually like a lot of the stuff you share on here.

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1475840471' post='3149104'] In my opinion I think the average person just really needs to know the notes on the fretboard, and basic chord theory, major, minor, dominant etc. So they know what notes they can play over a given chord. [/quote] This - had a similar discussion with the guy running the rehearsal room last night. If you're not planning to pursue the Jazz route, this is all you really need in the vast majority of playing situations if you're the type of muso who wants to learn theory.

A combination of learning lines from records, good tuition, some very good bass books and lots of gig experience playing in covers bands for me. [b]Records[/b]: Too many to mention, but would say having an open mind about most types of music has helped. [b]Tuition[/b]: A 10 week part time Intermediate course at the Bass Institute (went on to become Basstech) with Tony Muschamp, and private tuition on and off with BGM columnist Paul Geary. Being a member on SBL has also been a great inspiration too. Have to give a special mention to my first ever bass teacher Garth Thomas, who worked at the long defunct "Andre's Music Shop" in South Croydon - only ever had three lessons with him, but they were very useful indeed. [b]Bass books[/b]: Chuck Rainey "Complete Electric Bass Player Vol.1", Ed Friedland's "Electric Bass Complete Vols 1-3", "Blues Bass" and "The Working Bassist's Toolkit", Stuart Clayton's books are great too. [b]Gigs[/b]: Never really felt I started to be a bass player until I did some covers gigs - a real learning experience about doing a good job and learning some real life lessons when things went (occasionally) wrong. Have been playing for over 30 years, and never lost my appetite for it. If it's something you love doing, you'll find your own particular route to where you want to be in music. It's all about enjoying the journey

My custom Overwater Deluxe 5 string jazz bass bought in the days when I had money to burn. Still got it 13 years on and would only sell it as a last resort....

[quote name='peteb' timestamp='1475368984' post='3145466'] Is it still possible to get iGig bags in this country?? I've got the double bag that has done hundreds of gigs and still going strong. Great bag with loads of storage. [/quote] I don't think so - mine came from Bass Direct when they used to stock them about 5 years ago. Agree with your comments about them, would definitely buy another one if mine ever wore out.

I've got an iGig515 bag - not light, but offers great all round protection especially if you've got a bass with a 35" scale. Mono Vertigo (lighter bag) is also a good bag - have got one of those as well.

Only the second bash I've been to - enjoyed the seminars and looking at everyone else's kit, and having a chat with the legend that is OBBM! The rendition of "Walk on the Wild Side" was quality, top marks to Herbie Flowers, Dave Swift, John Bentley and the rest of the gang . Looking forward to next years...

I use a cheap 2 channel Behringer mixer, Sennheiser HD495 cans, run my old Boss DR550 in stereo into the mixer, lead running from the headphone output on my laptop into the mixer in stereo. Bass plugged into the mixer - sorted.

Yeah, I've had that email as well.. Bit of a shame really as I've had a couple of bits out of there (Aguilar TH500 and a Mono Vertigo gig bag). It was a good bass shop, and the staff were always really helpful. Will be sad to see it go

My fave band at 16 - The Specials: [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TL5MsxZJhw[/media] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R4ecjpUn50

Willie's also on this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5ldO3PJ5IA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPbARyEEjr4 Grooves for days.... ;-)

I started at 48 - these are a great series of books to get you going too: https://www.basslinepublishing.com/bass-essentials.html

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1469457208' post='3098429'] Dave [s]Edmunds[/s] Mackay demands Billy Bremner play fewer mad guitar solos. [/quote]

[quote name='Coilte' timestamp='1469113238' post='3095872'] I have the book too, and had intended signing up. However, I changed my mind because I found that he book does not "get the message across" to me the way I had hoped it would. Plus, there are numerious errors in it which are corrected at the back. How is a novice supposed to know what is an error and what is not ? IMO, two better choices ( and which I am considering) are : [url="https://www.talkingbass.net"]https://www.talkingbass.net[/url] [url="http://www.scottsbasslessons.com/welcome"]http://www.scottsbas...ons.com/welcome[/url] Obviously, this is just my 2c worth, and others may have the opposite opinion. [/quote] Don't think anyone could go wrong with either option here - Mark and Scott are doing a great job with both their ventures. Ironically, Ariane is one of the contributing faculty on Scott's Bass Lessons....

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1468949914' post='3094609'] [color=#800080]Hal Leonard Bass Method: Complete Edition[/color] (Spiral-bound; very useful for music stand use...), equally recommended. Hope this helps. [/quote] Best beginners bass book ever - wish it had been around when I first started playing (that and Scott's Bass Lessons).

[quote name='AustinArto' timestamp='1468686740' post='3092692'] Or a Yamaha BB bass. [/quote] Get a BB1100S - P and J bass goodness all in one package!

Main things with readjusting to a 5 is muting more so in the picking hand (moveable anchor or floating thumb if you're playing fingerstyle), getting acquainted with the lower range (scales and arppeggios) and learning to use the lower range tastefully. It can be tempting to "ride the hell out of it", but that gets old very quickly. The other thing you have to readjust to is that the string closest to you is now a B string as opposed to an E string, so learning all the notes on it is pretty crucial. I remember using my first 5 on a gig and screwing up a few things by forgetting the point made above, and had to spend the rest of the gig using it as a 4 string. Live and learn...

[quote name='markmcclelland' timestamp='1466252168' post='3074423'] Love Scott, love Geoff. Met and hung out with both of them and what you see is what you get. They both genuinely care and yes to just about everything people have said on here. As for the underrated thing, all they're missing is their own masterclasses at the LBS. I'm sure that will come. Yes he very much has done all of that and has been an MD for international touring projects. He's also got two young kids now so how that's changed things I don't know but up until quite recently he was still posting on FB from gigs he was doing. [/quote] Agree with everything Mark said above - have met Scott a couple of times at the LBGS and what you see on his videos and SBL is what you get. Really nice guy, and an inspiration for bass players growing up in the digital age.

I think this was from the same show, shame it only lasts a minute or two, but well worth a watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axRgot_jjDc