TonyMM55

Good to hear it's not just me! I've actually started a 14 day free trial on Scott's Bass Lessons and there is a novel idea called Players Path which gives structure to the content, i.e. it starts at the beginner level and you make progress through higher levels, as you pass the 'quizzes'. For me, it works and is quite motivating. The first level is relatively easy (for some) and prevents you trying to learn demotivating advanced stuff straight away, which I'm guilty of. I've gained confidence by being competent with the easier bass lines. I'm sure it'll get harder quickly but that's what development is all about eh?! Hopefully, some of that Manchester fairy dust will rub off on us 😉

Really pleased to see that Scott gets a lot of positive reviews, as well as Mark at Talking Bass. Is it something in the water in Leeds!? I've been considering both their lesson programmes. The SBL Player's Path does have a certain appeal, though when you click the payment link, it does revert to the full price without discount which is confusing. Maybe the offer is out of step with the promo video? I do agree with comments about the number of emails. I've worked in marketing and whoever is in charge of their mailchimp has gone crazy. It won't be cheap, but aggressive marketing clearly works for them. It's got me hooked anyway, might try the 14 day free trial!!! 😊

Thank you everybody for the warm welcome. I will definitely ask questions. I have lots already! I looked up G.A.S. and it made me laugh because I was already thinking of a 5-string which I know is completely unecessary for me at my stage of development. Just looks cool, as does the 6 😀. Anyway, good to know I'm not the only 'older' bass player and looking forward to the journey! Thanks again 👍

Hi Bass Chat members, Thought i'd introduce myself as I'm new here after searching for an SEI Flamboyant bass. I was a beginner bassist in the 90s and never progressed beyond the house apart from a couple of jamming sessions. I had the chance of joining an amateur band and turned it down regrettably due to lack of confidence. Anyway, I still have my Status Graphite Energy headless bass and Trace Elliott amp (AH350SMX with the blue neon light!) and a Trace 15" bass cabinet, as new due to never being out of the house. Due to marriage, the rig got relegated to the garage. luckily the bass and amp stayed indoors... 20 years went by in the blink of an eye and now my daughter has moved out, I've brought the bass cab back indoors. I want to start playing again, and it feels like starting from the beginning. Looks easier to learn nowadays with all the online stuff, including lessons and bass tabs that are available. I used to do it by ear, badly and it took forever to copy simple riffs. I'm checking out Scott's Bass Lessons, Talking Bass.net and a looking at my old scales manuals. I've also signed up for a course on Udemy's web-site. My original influence for picking up a bass was Bernard Edwards of Chic/Sister Sledge and the 70/80s funk scene. I used to go and see Acid Jazz bands back then at Band on the Wall, Boardwalk and PJ Bells in Manchester. Also Brand New Heavies, Jamiroquai, that sort of musical style. In truth, I like anything with a funky bass line. I stumbled on this site looking for a SEI Flamboyant (headless). I don't need one but just love the look of it after seeing one in Bass Player magazine 20 years ago and I like to collect things, even when I can't afford or play them come to think of it! They get rave reviews for quality build, but look quite rare and hence expensive. It seems like a nice reward to buy one once I can do it justice, if ever ; ) Looking forward to the journey and listenting to your advice in Bass Chat. Cheers, Tony