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I did professional (Theatre) Pit Shows and backing (TV) turns for over thirty years. MU (or SOLT/MU) contracts/agreements where essential to us (or through the fixers that fixed us). Guaranteed holiday pay, porterage, overtime, get ins, travel when not in the West End, rehearsal fees, any TV or a Radio advertising sessions, PD's when overseas, sufficient accommodation rates when needed, xxx amount of paid notice when show closed..etc.. Only had to use them for legal reasons on two occasions and both times came out on top financially. MU handled everything. Of course, there was also the musical Instrument insurance along with favourable deals with certain companies, regarding car insurance (insured as a musician was rather expensive with most companies). I am not a member anymore as I don't do that kind of work anymore.(Although they did contact me just before Christmas to say they had some repeat TV fee money for me that they had been holding for a year or so). Most of my work these days is PRS and PPL related, so different types of contracts/agreements needed. Depends on gigs/ work you do, but I suppose it is still useful. The Insurance related and public liability deals must be worth it. The problem with gigs, functions and MU contracts, is getting all parties involved to agree and sign them, especially anything overseas.

[quote name='lowhand_mike' timestamp='1494492302' post='3296399'] would someone who works in the cells at a police station be a custard then? [/quote] Quite possibly. In fact, that reminds me of that American geezer who made Strat guitars. If he had worn woman's clothing in his spare time, would he have been classed as a Leotard ?

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1494419787' post='3295794'] What does it matter who played on it, they're all unconvincing anyway [/quote] Yes, I know. I just can't believe the Barefaced cheek of it all. Tommy Cogbill did a lot of doubling between Bass and Guitar on his early sessions. http://www.allmusic.com/artist/tommy-cogbill-mn0000614771

[quote name='Geddys nose' timestamp='1494276766' post='3294686'] Carole Kaye was teaching guitar at 14 and played guitar on 'La Bamba' before turning to bass,Played both on a lot of sessions. Remarkable musician IMO. [/quote] I agree. Actually, on her a Facebook page(s) there is quite a list of her Guitar playing studio credits. The more I read about her, the more impressive it all gets. [quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1494268508' post='3294571'] And all of the guitar stuff apart from the solo. [/quote] (Regarding Steve Lukather) I always thought it was SL, but it seems session player, Paul Jackson Jnr, also played some of the Rhythm Guitar parts. [url="http://bobbyowsinski.blogspot.co.uk/2010/06/michael-jacksons-beat-it-isolated.html#axzz4gfUenUYy"]http://bobbyowsinski...l#axzz4gfUenUYy[/url]

[quote name='bazztard' timestamp='1494309846' post='3294788'] It's just banter, ever hear how guitarists put us bassists down? After 36 years I finally came up with an answer back to the "you only have 4 strings to our six" "Yes, but TWO of your strings are tuned exactly the same !" only took me 36 years, pretty quick eh? [/quote] If you are referring to two 'E' strings, you might have a 'Guitard' running off in embarrassment, but I am pretty sure a 'Proper Guitarist' will point out that they are not "tuned exactly the same !", but are tuned two octaves apart from each other. If it was any Guitarists I know, they would also point out you have wasted 36 years of your life. But, as you put it..."It's just banter", and if your post is talking about some other kind of tuning, ignore my drivel.

[quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1494274927' post='3294669'] I'm sure there's Basstards out there too! [/quote]

She got fed up with The Crusaders, Steve Hackett and all above, she then thought she would give The Yellow Jackets a go. http://youtu.be/bJViwpo0KlQ

http://youtu.be/de4_vbntd50

[quote name='Mudpup' timestamp='1493760607' post='3290543'] Blondie.......wtf!!!!! not sure if that was just scary or embarrassing..... [/quote] I agree. Regarding having 'Live' musicians on TV is good. Of course, it's always good. But it's the nearly dead on that show that worry me. Although the JH show needs to stay, it is hit and miss regarding quality (IMO) but then again, everyone is going to have a different view, and that's good, ain't it ? I can always find something on the show that I like, or at least is acceptable.

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1494145114' post='3293534'] 64, no I have never gone through that process. I love 3 gig weekends. Blue [/quote] I haven't either.

[quote name='casapete' timestamp='1494140893' post='3293500'] Probably the king of the (mostly) forgotten art of rhythm guitar. Remember hearing 'Le Freak' on an imported 12" single for the first time in 1978 and being totally blown away by the whole thing, especially the guitar and bass. Was fortunate to see Nile and his band a couple of years ago in Leeds, amazing gig. Another 70's tune with great guitar was George McRae's 'Rock your baby'. Sounds deceptively simple but powers the song right through. [/quote] Agree, about the forgotten art. And yes, the Guitar playing on the George McRae track was great. It seems the track was put together in less than an hour by (some of) 'KC and the Sunshine Band'. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Your_Baby Paul Jackson Jnr was a terrific rhythm Guitarist in that funky style. Dean Parks is another one with a great, distinctive Rhythm Guitar groove. Top, top LA session player. I knew he had done a lot, but his credit list is just daft. http://www.allmusic.com/artist/dean-parks-mn0000227159/credits

[quote name='DaveFry' timestamp='1494140723' post='3293498'] Here's an interesting video of a composer showing how he uses two slaves and VE : [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtBxZaUB8p8[/media] [/quote] Yes, his tutorial is excellent and for anyone new to VE6 Pro, definitely well worth a watch.

You can use it one machine as well, everything is hosted outside of the DAW. Basically you are running your DAW on pretty much zero cpu. I am not sure about the tech in and outs of it . But yes, for me the RAM and CPU of running Cubase is not an issue anymore. In fact, I can't remember the last time I had performances issues. Check some of the videos out from VSL, plenty more on YouTube as well. http://youtu.be/tNlaUVthzeM https://www.vsl.co.at/en/Vienna_Software_Package/Vienna_Ensemble_PRO#!Video_Demos

[quote name='Mornats' timestamp='1494072688' post='3293020'] Righto, another update. got rid of AVAST and installed a demo of ESET Nod32 antivirus and the ASIO issue has been resolved. What's more, I'm playing a track back in recording mode at 64 samples without any issues at all (6.7ms latency). I've updated the title of this post to say it's been resolved Tried playing the track at 32 samples and Kontakt crashed. Tried it again and it ran through the track with a few pops and crackles when the choir kicked it (which has always been one of the most demanding VSTs to be fair). Playing this track back at 64 samples is far better than the 256 that seemed to be the limit earlier. Free antivirus eh? Not worth it! I'll buy a licence for Nod32 when my trial expires. So I'm happy now. SiBob - any ideas if Focusrite will put out any driver updates or optimisations for the Forte? I do periodically run into problems like this and I've lost work in the past so anything that can be done to help with stability would be fantastic. [/quote] I am sure you are aware of Vienna Ensemble Pro 6? Loads all FX and Instruments outside of your DAW. You can use it on one or several Computors. Even combinations of Mac & PC running together. For me, best bit of software I have purchased, especially running large templates or numerous amounts of Midi tracks.

Steinberg UR22 Mk2 is well worth a look. Reviews are good and performs excellently. Built like a tank as well. I suppose with all these things, take your time with reviews and gather as much info as you can regarding your DAW and PC spec set up. Of course, nip on over to VI Control, without doubt one of the best forums for all Midi and Composing needs. But you already know that.

[quote name='clivem' timestamp='1493990666' post='3292439'] Sorry, my humour sucks! I don't make videos. I'm not running a business using YouTube as a "promotional" medium for that business. [/quote] Sorry, my fault.

[quote name='clivem' timestamp='1493990149' post='3292431'] Today.... Learn to play walking bass... in less than 10 minutes! Next week.... Learn to play like Jaco... in less than 1 minute! [/quote] Not good enough. Where are your Videos ?

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1493980951' post='3292312'] [media]http://youtu.be/G55Oq3oBls0[/media] [/quote] . On another note, I love that 'Galloping' arrangement. Top stuff.

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1493979111' post='3292286'] ProMark, Japanese Shira Kashi pw747n, White Oak 747, Nylon Tip ... although 5A will do, too (slightly less long, and a tad less heavy...). The important bit is the Japanese Oak, which is extremely hard-wearing, and provides an excellent cross-sticking 'ring'. No hickory; I'm not a hard hitter, by any means, but I've had far too many wear out to use them any more. Not fond at all of Vic Forth, either. Yes, a nylon tip, too, for clear cymbals, especially hi-hat definition. Simples, really. Brushes and Hotrods, too, of course, depending on repertoire. Non-retractable nylon, for brushes, Hot rods..? Not fussy, they're all much of a muchness, I find. Hope this helps. [/quote] Excellent. I presumethe 'pw747n' are designed for hitting Drums that are tuned at A432 ? EDIT. Sorry, I don't mean tuned by the side of the A 432, but, A=432.

^^^ Oh Lordy. What sticks do you use ?

[quote name='ivansc' timestamp='1493821632' post='3290961'] A440 appears to have a fuller sound and some reverb added. Cynical old me.... [/quote] Yes.... And 432 sounded flat.

[quote name='Burrito' timestamp='1493887926' post='3291491'] My father-in-law has an original '73 Fender Precision in Mocha brown that I guess has my name written all over it. It has the original case & till receipt but has had an active pickup fitted in the 80s and will need a re-fret. I guess I've aged similarly. [/quote] Is a re-fret the equivalent of having new teeth and an active pickup a pacemaker ?

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1493845485' post='3291295'] I think some on here were born before the electric bass was invented . [/quote] I do recall doing several Jazz gigs with Dick Turpin. Although not his preferred style, in the end he was a good at swinging.

Jan '57 for me. This would be mine, but it wouldn't float my boat to be honest A serious, desirable Bass for some though. https://www.archtop.com/ac_57Pbass.html

Anything by Guitarist 'Allen Hinds' at the moment. Such a terrific feel... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5zwOloWPks http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRxuTXnyw5c