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Hi tkr-bass and welcome Nice axes. As regards improving, there's lots of stuff in 'Technique'. You'll find loads of stuff about being in bands in the General Bass Discussion forum (and Off Topic - though some of the stories there might make you decide to avoid the pursuit altogether!) Either way, it's the same as it ever was. Keep an eye on the ads in music shops; on the 'Bassists wanted and available' here on BC; and on websites like joinmyband, musofinder, gumtree, bandmix, formingbands, partysounds etc. Or even post your own ad. Get a response, shonk off for an audition and see what happens next. Then you may find you need a gigging rig - and it's the slippery slope to GAS City for you, my lad Anyhow, Bassists are usually in shorter supply than guitarists, so it's good news all round. Hope you enjoy the forum

[quote name='TRadford' post='593813' date='Sep 9 2009, 01:22 PM']On the lookout for a yamaha or ibanez or similar for max of £150 and must be posted ...At least as Im off work for the week, I can surf Ebay all day for a bargain!![/quote] £150 will get you something decent out of the Basses for sale section here on Basschat. There's even a (loosely observed) feedback section! Enjoy the hunt

Hi and welcome OK - plays guitar and bass (Dee Dee style) ... Loves Fenders, inc new TV Fronts ... Familiar with the work of Signor Brandoni ... "Rather too old and fat now for bondage trousers ... on the rockabilly-retirement plan" Are you my long-lost twin? FYI, there's usually stuff floating round the For Sale: Other Musically Related Stuff that might fit your needs - bodies, necks, hardware etc. And worth doing a trawl back through the section - not all of the older posts have sold yet. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showforum=21"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showforum=21[/url] Hope you enjoy the forum

Hi and welcome back Ah, punk / mod! And a Rickenfaker too. A fine combination and much under-rated these days. That's got to be a great sound.

Hi Niteeyez and welcome [quote]I was always told that my guitar playing was very bass like and my style was very bass oriented[/quote] Yep, me too. Very useful to have a foot in both camps. Lots of useful stuff in the 'technique' section and some nice bargains lurking around the BC marketplace. Enjoy the forum!

[quote name='JTUK' post='594857' date='Sep 10 2009, 04:23 PM']I am sorry... I really don't get this...you are playing with guys that don't reaslise they are too loud ...??????????????????[/quote] Show me a guitarist who plays quietly and I'll show you a bassist in disguise.

I like it. But I wouldn't pay around $4000 for it.

[quote name='Bassassin' post='593714' date='Sep 9 2009, 11:21 AM']Don't know why anyone would spend £76 including postage on a foul, wrecked piece of crap like that when you can pick up a new J copy for less money:[/quote] Vintidge Rock'n'Roll Mojo

I've cheerfully been holding forth on this subject, sniffily saying I don't bother with PM Offer ads, blah blah blah. Have just remembered that the only time I've offered a bass for sale here (a very old, cheapo Vantage), I asked for PM'd offers (as I had no idea what it was worth). Oops. That'll teach me.

Hi Tom and welcome We've had a few drummers come in recently - not sure if this is a developing trend! If you've got a bad back you may eventually wish to explore the idea of lightweight cabs and amps - unless you've got your heart set on an Ampeg 8x10 rig! Hope you enjoy the forum - lots of useful info if you search the sub-forums - and a relatively useful wiki (link right at the very top of the page).

[quote name='The Funk' post='593527' date='Sep 9 2009, 02:24 AM']I know SRV had diffusors fitted to the front of his guitar speakers so as to make the sound less directional. They are available pretty cheaply online but I'm not sure how effective they are.[/quote] Absolutely. I think he originally started out with gaffa tape crosses stuck on the grille cloth. Later on he stood clear perspex screens in front of the cabs! As for the diffusors - here's one example: [url="http://www.webervst.com/blocker.html"]http://www.webervst.com/blocker.html[/url]

Hi Chris and welcome Scales, theory etc., is definitely useful, but to get started quickly, you can just play the root note of whatever chord the guitarist is playing - e.g., whether chord is A or Amin or Amin7 or A5 or A7 - just play an A. It won't necessarily sound like the record, but it won't sound too horrible either. This also opens up pretty much the entire Ramones songbook.

Encore neck? Got that shape... did they do a Jazz?

Bob Plant used to swear by hot black tea with honey and lemon.

Y'know, given that no-one else has come on here (yet) we could have done all of this by PM

This might do the trick - wiring layouts and parts lists. Scroll down to 'basses': [url="http://www.fender.com/support/wiring_diagrams_parts_lists.php"]http://www.fender.com/support/wiring_diagr...parts_lists.php[/url]

That's the way to do it. Some other shops could learn from this.

It makes absolutely perfect sense to play at a moderate volume, to ensure better sound quality and to avoid upsetting the audience, bar-staff etc. It's also a sensible way to protect one's hearing. Less fun, though, than cranking the stacks and splatting the punters against the back wall till they bleed from every orifice. Sigh.

Well, there's no rule against offers, 'sort of' auctions, trades + cash with the required amount unspecified or, indeed, demands for sexual favours. Personally, I don't bother reading offers ads because I assume the seller will probably want more than I'm willing to pay. There's logic for you...

Hi Running Man and welcome Yes - these 'modern' amps are a bit worrying, with all their bells and whistles. Back to B, M, T and Vol. So much easier. IIRC, Fairport's Dave Pegg has been known to turn out with a Crafter, so you're in good company.

Hi dazzajl and welcome Ah the joys of restoration - you'll probably be able to date the refinishes by 'era' as you descend. At some point, you'll probably come across an incredibly rare factory finish - e.g. Paisley. If this happens, don't worry - we'll all be here for you with a nice cup of tea and some painkillers.

H there Markl and welcome to the forum - may your lines be fruitful and your delivery be awesome

Hi Sharpester and welcome Nice choice of Artists. As regards Ashdown settings, you may find a few hints and tips in the amps subsection. Hope you enjoy the forum.

[quote name='Tait' post='591796' date='Sep 6 2009, 11:24 PM']none taken! but that was kind of the aim, we wanted the verse and chorus to be very different, so we've got one where you've got chords strummed and just held for the bar, and in half time, then we've got one where you've got it tight and short, playing and stopping.[/quote] Right, understand now. It's good to challenge expectations. I'll go back and have another earwig.

[quote name='Tait' post='591675' date='Sep 6 2009, 08:58 PM']right, i think i understand. do you mean it doesn't really sound like one song, but more like different bits put together?[/quote] That's it! - er - Just an opinion, no offence intended