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[quote name='essexbasscat' timestamp='1398709205' post='2436839'] The quality of melodic composition in the easy listening genre is often nothing short of first class IMO Walk on by.... what a song [/quote] I agree. I just recently learned "Anyone who had a heart" Raindrops are falling on my head and "This guys in love with you" for an acoustic / vocal duo gig. All these songs are just so perfectly written.

[quote name='risingson' timestamp='1398707519' post='2436813'] I wasn't around in the 60's and 70's unfortunately but I love those guys for the simple reason that they could write a song. I think the 'Easy Listening' label does a lot of writers a disservice because it cheapens their talent considerably. I mean, imagine writing Wichita Lineman. What an incredible song. [/quote] Spot on, and when you hear that song, it still sounds as good as when I first heard it (despite being of an era) Put that next to Sunshine of your love or Communication breakdown and I seem to find the latter two boring and hard work although I was raving over them at the time. Just part of getting old maybe?

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1398707364' post='2436811'] Well, this is easy listening for me... [media]http://youtu.be/VR90gQ-SIaY[/media] [/quote] And a great song it is too. Was playing this in bands up until 3 years ago. It's just that probably due to my age, none of that does it for me anymore. Maybe I'm just appreciating the songwriting abilities of the older middle of the road composers more these days.

Saw a great programme on TV last night documenting the emergence of "easy listening" music in the late 60's and 70's and although I was undoubtedly always a rocker musically, I still liked quite a few of these songs, especially the Burt Baccarach and Jim Webb stuff. Funny thing is, despite acknowledging the talents of all the great rock acts of the day like Cream, The Who, Zep and early Lizzie etc I can really take it or leave it these days yet all those great "easy listening" numbers have not lost their appeal as quality songs that are still valid, moreso than the rock stuff from the same period that has not really stood the test of time.

What was the stage like? I've had this a few times in village halls with hollow wooden stages and ended up having to get the rig off the ground on chairs etc although people out front said it was fine. +1 to getting someone's opinion out front during a soundcheck and during first number.

I love them. Used a Fly for three years as guitarist in a French blues band. There was a Dragonfly for sale on here about 18 months ago for £595. I was a mug not to buy it.

[quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1397812050' post='2427562'] Having played it a bit more now, the stated aim of the Dingwall definitely works, you can play from the E to the B without a change of tone, and I haven't played another 5 where that is true. I do notice the scale length more than the change but it does seem faster. What is more noticeable for me though is I think the faster is because due to the pickup position I am actually playing lighter so my hand can move faster, and I think that is down to the pickups meaning I can't dig in as much. One thing for sure, it is an enjoyable bass to play and sounds so nice and clear [/quote] Thanks for that, your replies have been very helpfull. Tempted to now find one and have a go (just to see like ) I have a mate back in blighty who has one and loves it but he was always a 35" man anyway so thanks again for your views.

Thanks for the replies. I must admit, I'm curious to try one out. They look so intriguing and have loads of satisfied users but I just couldn't get my head around a 3" scale difference over 5 strings.

Due to me being one of those weirdos where a 34" scale feels great and a 35" doesn't, I was wondering how people get on with a scale length that extends from 34" to 37" depending on the string you're playing. As the individual bridge units are also offset, I guess that only half of the extra B string length is out to my left if that makes sense. It's not a post about getting used to fanned frets but purely a scale length question so I'm hoping to hear from Dingwall users that are, or were like me regarding the 34" verses 35" thing. Thanks

Those p/ups have paid some serious dues. I think they're cool.

Just a resaurant duo gig last night with a female singer and me on electro acoustic and fat jazzer. Everything from Kylie to Edith Piaf with some Sinatra and Carole King thrown in for good measure. Went down very well apparently despite us thinking no-one was interested due to loads of talking from the diners. However, no-one had bought a concert ticket had they? so fair enough if they want to chat to their friends. Comes with the turf. Got a re-booking, paid, and a very nice meal from an excellent chef. All in all, a good night.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1397344384' post='2423114'] Of course it would involve BC - you'd still be using the forum to facilitate it. [/quote] My apologies, I missed out the winking emoticon after the suggested name for the thread.

I'm not a Rickenbacker fan in any way, shape, or form however, here's a suggestion. You could start a thread entitled the Chatter's Ric Appreciation Post, all list your instruments and personal e-mail addresses and then simply send out a mass e-mail if you have an instrument to sell or are looking to buy one. That way it does not involve BC in any way but still affords you the security and comfort of dealing with trusted buyers and sellers who share a common interest.

If he has (even just first position chords) G, D, Em, C & A under his belt, there are a huge number of modern rock and pop songs he could learn. I'm no teacher but when I have given guitar lessons to youngsters (usually as a favour to friends) I'll always find out what they're into musically and concentrate on that amongst all the other stuff. Best of luck anyway.

At 11 years old, is your son really into The Beatles, Knocking on Heaven's door and Smoke on the water? Blues? No disrespect but if you think he's losing interest, it may be because of the stuff he's learning. I assume he's taking lessons at school or from a private teacher. Sounds like he's being taught fairly easy numbers that are simply of an era that suits his teacher. There's loads of more modern stuff he can learn with just a few basic chords like "Use somebody", Chasing cars, Perfect, Price-tag. None of them current but still 40 years later than Knocking on Heaven's door and, they're all easy 3 or 4 chord jobs.

[quote name='icastle' timestamp='1396394259' post='2413201'] Personally, I'd call it a day, but I have a high reliance on performing. There is another option though, why not try and find some middle ground? Start looking around for another band that does gig and move the first band into 'meeting up with mates to play some stuff' status. After all, if your existing band doesn't gig then there's little chance of a diary clash. [/quote] It's obvious the others see it as a mates having a jam type of thing so if the friendships are important to you, this reply above is the best, and sensible option.

Ya mo be there is my all time favourite play-along-with-a-bass number. What a groove. But then everything he does is brilliant.

Well, the power, and solution lay with the people in reality, not Ticketmaster. If nobody bought a ticket for any of these dates, the promoters would be in serious trouble. It would only have to happen once to ensure it never happened again. However, revolution involving a united front never seems to work nowdays as there are always enough people who value their night out over principles. Someone suggested that Kate Bush would be horrified at this but I can't believe she doesn't know and that it's a big boost to the ego to know that people will pay £1000 for a ticket to see you. I'll watch it on the telly. No-one is worth that sort of money.

And none of you used the "sounds fishy" line. Hats off to all

You'll all laugh but, Moon river (due to the Galaxy advert) What a perfect example of perfect songwriting. Of course, it's of a bygone era but if you look past that, in my opinion, there is nothing you could do to improve this song.

Ah, the jaded apathy of old age is upon me. There may be 3 at most I wouldn't mind a quick plunk on if the opportunity arose and none of them are really that exotic or expensive

I was from Billericay too. Plenty going on there and abouts. Welcome to basschat.

Bought my Fbass from them. No problems whatsoever. I think Dave La Rue has a stake in the shop too. Arrived in France very quickly, only hold up was my end with French customs. Perfectly packed and set up. Very pro outfit and I would use them again.

Just needs Nigel to ask what your initial expectations were with this purchase if there was a non zero possibility you wouldn't be happy in the first place, Skank to come up with a witty reposte that the rest of us had wished we'd thought of first and for JazzbassFreak to either threaten to leave BC or insert his Fodera up your arse and I reckon we'll just about be complete on this one