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[quote name='Ghost_Bass' timestamp='1484655669' post='3217177'] 3hr gig was a average out of my head, i didn't know the duration of your gigs. Regarding the gear, i only pointed that as your band could own PA, backline, even a drum or drum mics and that wouldn't be requiered from the drummer. Or, as an example, your set list may involve some tunes that require specific accessories like maracas/congas/etc. and the drummer should own them and be able to know how to use them properly. I'm exagerating on my examples but you never know who you might find, there are some strange musicians around and i allways found the drummers to be the strangest [/quote] Agreed, you never know who you might find. But how much time can you afford to spend looking. Blue

[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1484658904' post='3217225'] I like the general style - short, to the point, not too many long words ... [/quote] Yeah, the main thing I was stressing was if you don't have current bar band experience, don't apply. Blue

[quote name='NoRhino' timestamp='1484611073' post='3216908'] Been asked to play on a two band charity show. I like and support the charity but the terms are no fee, which I don't mind as a one off, plus we're expected to sell 50 tickets which does annoy me. IMO that's the fund raiser's job. Currently I want to ofeer to play for nothing and be up front that we will not sell tickets. If that's a deal breaker we'll walk away. What are BC's thoughts please? [/quote] Your already giving them something. I agree, no selling tickets. Blue

Playing The Cavern Club would be a dream gig for me. Blue

[quote name='Ghost_Bass' timestamp='1484567659' post='3216327'] This is what i would add Blue, hope it helps. *edited [/quote] Not bad, However, it would've have been, must be able to cope with playing 4 hour shows. Keep in mind anyone in Milwaukee with current bar band experience knows all gigs are 4 hours. I don't know if I would list a gear quality requirements because it's an area where I would make exceptions. After a guy learns the show there wouldn't be much rehearsal required. Blue

[quote name='RockfordStone' timestamp='1484558667' post='3216228'] if this add was in the uk it would probably be fine in milwaukee, you want to point out that its at least 2 4 hour bar gigs a week, where you have to load your own lights and pa etc. you could point out that you don't play standard covers like mustang sally, because that tends to turn people away. on a more serious note, you also say that its been established for 11 years, but no mention of the fact it would be a paid gig. If i saw a band that had been together 11 years, its likely that it is either going to be a bunch of mates still just enjoying themselves or a paid gig, i'd want to know what it was before i replied. [/quote] In the US if your a bar and and your playing 2-3 gigs weekly it's implied they are paid gigs. The ad does say you would need to learn 3 sets of arranged material, which means it's not a Mustang Sally or 12 bar blues progression proposition. Blue

[quote name='fleabag' timestamp='1484523035' post='3216144'] Right Because people who's gear is immaculate, dont have any issues I wouldn't be too judgemental in determining someone has obvious problems because their gear has duct tape on it. You could be missing out on an excellent musician As long as he doesnt have long unkempt hair. That means he will have issues [/quote] I get that guys can show up with pristine gear and can't play. Now if a guy shows up with a raggetty kit, but can play his arse off that's a different story. My experience with the guys that show up with the raggetty kit has been their ability was also raggetty. Blue

[quote name='Les' timestamp='1484516095' post='3216079'] Fair comment, we don't have that kind of playing time so I never even though about the stamina side of it when I was dragged out of retirement, and I suppose for a drummer there's a lot physical stuff going on. [/quote] Yes, we have a few songs that are drum heavy that require high energy and above average chops. Blue

[quote name='Mykesbass' timestamp='1484505795' post='3215958'] Equipment & transport (or is that not an issue in US - amazing how many potential band members over here think they can get away with not having one or both of these)? [/quote] Transportation in US bar bands is a crucial issue. So you really have to question the guy whose depending on his 20 year old car to make it to all the gigs. Good, well maintained gear is also an issue. When a guy shows up with an old untuned beat up kit with no cases with duct tape all over the place, it's usually an indicator the guy has other issues. Blue

[quote name='Les' timestamp='1484507343' post='3215965'] Why does he have to have "current" gigging experience Blue ? I played for years, had 14 years off and just walked back into it 8 or 9 years ago. [/quote] Hi Les, There's always the exception. What can happen, and I've seen this. An older guy has been off for years, wants to get back in the game, he accepts an offer, then finds out he can't handle playing 2-3 four hour nights in a row. If a guy has current experience in the trenches he usually knows what he can handle. This weekend I got home at 3;00 Friday night and 2:00 last night and I'm literally wiped out. Blue

[quote name='timhiggins' timestamp='1484512025' post='3216024'] Will you pay my travel expenses [ hypothetically ] [/quote] If you were offered the job travel expenses are incorporated into our fee. Blue

[quote name='leschirons' timestamp='1484505708' post='3215957'] Does this mean you're possibly losing your drummer Blue? Otherwise a hypothetical ad seems a strange exercise. For the record though, stipulate own transport (assuming you travel separately) willingness to rehearse when required maybe. [/quote] Good point, however I was thinking anyone with current bar band experience would have their own transportation. And remember these are merely screening questions. Blue

Drummer wanted for established band (11 years) with bookings. Must ; 1. Be able to gig twice a week more in the fair & festival season. 2. Have current gigging bar band experience. 3. Have the time, chops, and ability to learn 3 sets of arranged rock & blues material. This is a hypothetical screening ad for a drummer. What do you think? Blue

Sometime it depends on where you live. Some areas have loads of guys to play with and others, not so much. If there are a lot of musicians want ads in your locals you'll find guys to play with soon enough. Blue

[quote name='Japhet' timestamp='1484328519' post='3214796'] Fingers crossed. David Garibaldi is right at the very top of my favourite drummers list. [/quote] Mine too. Blue

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1484297940' post='3214385'] Agree, but being pedantic the nextgen had the Toaster pickups which were never as cool as the understated Staple pickups, and the close spacing of the pickups (now known as 'Cavern spacing' after Paul's '61 bass) which never made much sense to me and seemed like a retrograde step. IMHO, the pick of the bunch is Paul's current bass which is of course a '63. [/quote] I agree, My German made Hofner limited edition 500/1 Club Bass has the Cavern Club spaced PUs. The spacing doesn't make much sense to me either. Blue

[quote name='molan' timestamp='1484301487' post='3214427'] I've seen a few things about this but nothing explaining quite how it happened. Any news on how they both are? [/quote] Same here.How did it happen? Also I didn't know Rocco wasn't performing with them. Blue

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1484291292' post='3214341'] ??? Are what "real Hofner tea cups"? Certainly not the awful things currently on this bass. Have a look at http://www.vintagehofner.co.uk/gallery/bass/bas99.html That's what this bass should look like. That website is the motherlode for all things Hofner BTW. [/quote] Cool pic, I had never seen a pre Macca Hofner before. It's a cool looking bass , however looks wise the next generation of this Hofner Violin Bass was a huge improvement. Agree? Blue

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1484295292' post='3214363'] Furthermore, Scott also states that different types, sizes and makes of string also have their part to play with regards to tone. Tone has a fairly broad description. I think you are confusing the issue by attempting to ignore fundamental tone, which is how the note sounds and focusing on other parts of tone i.e. overtones and harmonics, which can relate to how that note is played. The OP broadly asked how to achieve what was contained in the clip and I think we all know what he was driving at. The suggestion that effects have nothing to do with it either is also incorrect for the same reasons. You're not completely wrong, but you're not absolutely right either. [/quote] I have no problem with your commentary. I really do get what the OP is asking. I apologise for hi- jacking his thread to express my opinion on tone. Blue

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1484294348' post='3214355'] As you're apparently a fan and only because you brought it up, I'm sure you'll be aware that Scott (from Scott's Bass) usually wears a glove or gloves due to the condition that he suffers from which is called Focal Dystonia. He has stated that wearing the glove (on his fretting hand on a fretted bass) does not change the tone and this is the video that he says that in.... https://youtu.be/wOVGrGBeqiI [/quote] I've seen that clip and I agree his glove does not change his tone at all. How his fingers are hitting the frets and the strings is where that tone is coming from.IMO Blue

[quote name='dyerseve' timestamp='1484295611' post='3214366'] Its your pedantry that most people have an issue with. the fact you dont seem to grasp that suggests that arrogance pay also be an issue here. everyone else clearly understood what the OP was asking [/quote] Maybe, there might be a little of that. I thinks it's just a mere opinion, my opinion that tone comes from our fingers. Most don't agree with that. That's fine, I guess it's not fair for me to take issue with that. Blue

[quote name='dyerseve' timestamp='1484251564' post='3214098'] I bet you're great fun at parties! [/quote] Guys, I think Scott from Scott's Bass would side with my position on tone. Blue

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1484250516' post='3214079'] If it was a fretless, I would probably agree with you about the fretting hand, but I don't see that it makes any difference what is holding the string down on the fret. I think the same can be argued for the playing hand in this instance as a pick is being used. If I picked the string using that set up, it would sound exactly the same. [/quote] This is not a flipent response. It's really vast what your fingers can do to create your own unique tone. You really have to have a clear cut idea on your style and the tone you want. Me, I'm still mastering mine. My tone will come from really owning clean solid notes with speed,good tempo,a little ghosting and using open strings where most don't. No weak or half arsed execution. Also being able to do it from a standing position. There's lots of stuff I can do from a sitting position I can't do standing. I'm working on it though. Blue

"There's A Riot Going On" Sly & The Family Stone Blue

[quote name='jamusbass' timestamp='1484255679' post='3214167'] I've just sold a bass on eBay, the bass was in (what I deemed to be) great condition. I've just had an email from the buyer asking for a partial refund as the strings are old and need changing. [/quote] You gottah be kidding. Blue