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  1. SpondonBassed
    I hope you will continue to attend, circumstances allowing. Thanks for making it happen. As a confirmed old git (I wont do social media for anyone, family included) it is good to know that the people I like to associate with here are real. Going to the last two MBBs and the MDBB from the year before last, I have met lots of people from Basschat and learned a little about how diverse the world of bass can be. It is good to have Basschat as a hobby and as a social outlet. It wouldn't be so good without the facility to meet other members occasionally. Cheers Si and WELL DONE!
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    1. jebroad 2. Len_Derby 3. Jabba_the_gut 4. Spondonbassed - Hohner B2A Good catch there Jamie! Thanks for taking it on. Si600 has established the MBB making it a pleasing event to attend and it's well worth keeping up.
  3. SpondonBassed

    Struggling to keep an interest in becoming band worthy again.

    So many people insist that I use social media that it has finally put me off asking, even on Basschat or JMB.

    If I ever get offered bassist again it will be down to luck and word of mouth.  I see 'net dependence more and more in people around me.  Sure, there's lots of talk about regulation for people who have to use it for work but I never see progress in dealing with commercial push.  It depresses me.

    Time for breakfast and a rethink about where best to spend my time.

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    2. SpondonBassed

      SpondonBassed

      "Party Line"

      Hahahaha!  I know what you mean and it isn't one of the party chat lines that used 0898 prefixes in the late eighties/nineties.  Re: the telephone in general, you'd think that it would work better with mobile 'phones.  The pager was a good idea but now that the pager is defunct you have to get into that great and poorly filtered jacuzzi of data called the Internet just to stay in touch.

      Like you say, there is no alternative now which is exactly why I'm losing the will to carry on with bass practice.  See how I feel about it come Springtime but right now, I am anything but optimistic.

      The late Mr Hoskins used to say "It's gud to tawk".  Current news reports say that fewer and fewer people will actually talk on their smartypants 'phones because they can txt innit.  Barmy.

      Telepresence is the hot thing right now.  One day, YT jockies will be performing from their bedrooms to audiences in large venues via iPads sat on top of Segways.  Seeing as I don't drive now, maybe I should go into deep freeze and have someone thaw me out when I can take advantage of that whole Sci-Fi nightmare dream.

      Each year, the Logan's Run model for a youthful society is made to look more and more attractive.

    3. LukeFRC

      LukeFRC

      you realise Basschat is on the internet? 

      I'm guessing that if I were local and knew someone needing a bass player I could PM you and you would reply? 

      How do you differentiate between broadcasting your thoughts on  basschat and using a website to access services from DWP/HMRC or whoever might pay you benefits? 

       

    4. SpondonBassed

      SpondonBassed

      Of course I do Luke.  What do you take me for?

      It is very easy to differentiate:

      Basschat is currently the only place you can message me via the Internet.  I have a JMB account but I haven't used it for a couple of years.  I use email only when I have to.

      I draw the line at allowing my bank details to go on the 'net following a deeply worrying incident that the Halifax completely failed to address a few years ago.

      I withdrew from Internet banking and now, I only use the Internet for information, never commerce.  I changed banks too.  My current bank has put a note on my account to prevent anyone setting up Internet banking on my account, even if they think that they are acting legitimately on my behalf.

      I still file my tax returns on paper and I have had two meetings with HMRC over issues with their online system during the aftermath of my mum's death because their online system was and still is pants.  HMRC recognise this and have said that I never have to use the system again.

      I never stream.  I download for free and listen/watch at my leisure if there is something I want from Internet media.  I only watch broadcast TV and I believe that "smart" TVs are the work of the devil.  Interactivity is not required when I want to just sit and be entertained.

      In short; there is no part of my life that is dependent on the Internet.  I have a connection that is closed when I am not in attendance.  There is nothing I need above that, let alone want.  If there is a power cut or the Internet gets shut down during a national crisis, I am safe.

      I hope this reassures you.  Any more questions?

      PS; My wittering on about stuff on Basschat is not actually broadcasting.  I think you are confusing it with twitfacebookappenger or something.

       

  4. SpondonBassed
    Welcome SiBiRiDi. Great introduction.
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    Now now. No use getting wound up over a pickup or two here or there. At least it's polarised your opinion of the vendor. (Sorry to hear of the set back)
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    If 1/4" was too tight for 1mm binding what would you recommend as a minimum radius after the discovery? 5/8" or more?
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    Oh dear. I fear a sandals with/without socks? debate coming on now that I've witnessed nude toes. Have a thought for the children for the love of Michael*. *Use whatever Michael you can find locally, it's only taking the Mick after all
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    Me and my fat mouth! Sorry world. Heeheehee.
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    Ashtray with purple on yellow polka dots and it'll look spotty and swollen. There's a thought that I wish I'd never thunk.
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    Thanks to the profanity filter, I can happily drink to that! Cheers.
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    Nah. The socks are one thing but the shirt is upstaged by the shiny head just above. Perhaps a dreadlock wig would compliment it. @Silvia Bluejay; Shouldn't this be on a NSASD* post anyway? If Mr Dury was alive he'd surely have a NBAPD post to go with his New Boots and Panties album. @Happy Jack; You needn't worry, even your shiny head is upstaged by that beautiful bass. Wear what you like mate. *New Socks And Shirt Day
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    Nor had to pay due to the Nick Riviera get-out clause perhaps? I know you mean well but you've put yourself up for some stick. I can't speak for others but I'll leave you alone now.
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    Some would say that it is true today but like you say, in the eighties it was a crucial part of the bass player's skill set.
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    Sure...
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    Really? Have you read ^this^ back to yourself out loud?
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    Personal observations are facets of a jewel. I think we all agree that the funk/slap thing polarised a lot of musicians in their thoughts about technique. It certainly drew people into playing bass who would not otherwise have bothered, the OP and myself included. I never applied myself strongly enough to become proficient at any bass playing technique other than keeping time and melodic relevance. I'm not where I want to be with those either and that is the carrot that I have dangling before me on a stick. It gives my hobby purpose and a reason to do the donkey work. I admire those who have applied themselves. It isn't important to me to know who was first but it does fill in some of the gaps in the overall picture to hear from early adopters.
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    I can't speak for the respected member but it has been implied that he might benefit from a sprinkling of salt on his tail. Personally I put a pinch of salt to three desert spoons of rolled porridge oats (not instant, never, no way) then mix with three desert spoons of semi-skimmed milk and three desert spoons of water before microwaving for three minutes under a 700W magnetron. That makes a small breakfast portion. If I want a treat I add ALDI's nuttiest granola on top. Marmalade on porridge is a good call. I like chunky cut marmalade on non-white bread too. PS; I seldom add sugar or salt after cooking. If seasoning is done properly during the preparation of a meal, nothing is needed on top with certain exceptions where salt must only be introduced at the point of consumption to avoid excessive osmosis.
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    Ah the cosmic significance of it all. Can you imagine the Bieber generation when they get to middle age? The arguments over who came up with the cuddly stuffed toy impersonations first should be breathtaking. I don't know why folk get worked up over something that can't be defined, even if you were there. It is an interesting topic though and I appreciate an alternative view even if it does sometimes sound as if it comes with a helping of chips on each shoulder.
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    Great Debut! I especially liked the tank slapper at 1:01. I didn't know you could play a DB like a motorbike.
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    Having come from that thread just now, I agree. It's a lovely piece of maple. Plus; I reckon you'll be like a kid on Christmas morning with your new router set-up. I wish you many successful builds with it.
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    As always; you demonstrate a talent for getting the different types of grain to flow with each other to give the close observer a feast for the eyes. Remarkable.
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    I enjoyed that. I felt more engaged with the band and the audience.
  25. SpondonBassed
    I am happier to avoid wafting freshly sharpened implements across my palm if I can. It's good to have the choice.
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