chris_b

You are right. When maturing you start to appreciate the finer things a lot more than whippersnappers possibly could.

There's nothing wrong with bolt on necks. Anyone who has a problem with these instruments needs to choose a bass of a different design, one that works for their particular application. Anyone who has chosen a bass that doesn't fit their requirements should be blaming themselves not the instrument.

He was a great player. Very sad news. Check out his website. Scott played on many hits from Glenn Campbell's Rhinestone Cowboy to Stevie Wonder's You Are The Sunshine Of My Life.

Does it? I never knew that!

All my basses live in their cases and only come out to be played. Seems to me permanently keeping 6 basses out on stands is the problem for the wife. I agree with her. You are taking up too much room.

My go-to for most gigs is a BF SC and SM and a BB2 and SM on the louder gigs.

The plants and cacti thrive in our conservatory. I would never put my gear out there.

1-2-4 means Index, middle and pinky. So instead of trying to cover 4 frets with a finger span, which is what 1FPF would do, you cover 3 frets, or root (index) and octave (pinky). 1FPF is basically a guitar technique. On a bass it can work higher up the neck, where the frets are closer together, but lower down the larger spaces between frets can require stretching to reach some notes. If you have shovel hands you can cover more area but most of us don't and need a technique that makes playing easier, less tiring and the lines flow more easily. 1-2-4 does that. Also, make sure your thumb (and whole hand) easily moves up and down the neck. If you anchor your thumb you will have to stretch to reach some notes, but if your thumb follows your fingers your whole hand will be moving and it will make your playing less stressful. +1 for the turmeric.

I had a 400+ and Mesa 115EV and 210EV cabs. That rig sounded great but caused all my back problems! I had heat dissipation issues with my 4u rack. I had to drill holes in the handle plate to stop the amp overheating. I'd start with replacing both cabs with a Barefaced 610 or a BT3. Think about the amp later.

Given a choice I DI post EQ. I've not had any problems from sound men on this. They are quite happy with the post signal I send to DI.

I just don't understand how people can treat playing bass like playing a round of golf! No wonder you all get disillusioned and fed up if you are only playing with people who think the same way.

If you are having problems with 1FPF you should switch to 1-2-4 fingering. It cuts out the stretching. Also reposition your thumb, ie move your hand, so that your fingers are always over the note you want to play. Don't stretch. Any technique that is causing you pain is wrong. Your teacher should know this and should change his advice.

What fingering system are you using? I hope he's not got you on one finger per fret!!

Playing in a great band with good musicians is what makes it all worth while. For me there are no downsides to playing bass. I can't think of doing anything better.

2 basses, 2 amps, 1 or 2 112 cabs, leads, 2 sets of moulded ear plugs, sometimes a trolley. . . . that's it.

My first car was a Morris 1000 Traveller. I had a Marshall 100 watt amp and 412 which fitted neatly in the back. Since the 80's it's been Volvo's. I have a V60 these days and can fit me and the drummer with all our gear and have room for a third person.

I had the same problem. I didn't see it as a faff, just necessary maintenance. If the wax is getting in the way then the moulds might not fit as well as they should. Olive oil is a good wax softener. It's cheaper and just as effective as proprietary medications.

If you have front of house available then your 20 watt combo might work, but only if you have good monitors. Without FOH my minimum would be 500 watts and 1 or 2 112 cabs.

How long do you need?

Why are Tabs always wrong? Because the people who write them don't know what they are doing.

I had one of those. What did I know, I was 17! It wasn't a great sound, wasn't particularly loud and lacked any definition. No handles on the cab, yet another UK design triumph!

I had 2 Two10's, fantastic sound, but I sold them to focus on the BF 112's. A different sort of fabulous, but the same level of fantastic all the same. @Wilvies8184 if your amp supports 2.67 ohms, you can add a One10 for a great 310 rig.

Separates are easier to transport, carry and upgrade. 500 - 800 watts will cover any volume requirement. 2 good 112's or 210's should cover different gigging requirements. Buying used will be more cost effective. What's your budget?

I'd expect those strings to fit. I always go for the heaviest gauge strings I can find. More meat as @Lozz196 says.

What can't the band hear you? If they can't hear you, why should they care whether you are there or not!! Sort your gear out and make the bass integral to the sound of the band.