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[quote name='Protium' post='614207' date='Oct 1 2009, 08:41 PM']Use some washers between the bridge and ball end of the string so the single wound part of the string rests on the saddle[/quote] That's a really interesting solution. It's almost intonated so that would probably do it. I noticed after posting that the bridge is actually a bit wonky, the B end is slightly forward. Might try that one.

Hi. Been messing with the intonation on my OLP MM3 B string and not happy. To get it right I have to wind the saddle right back so that it's under the thicker part of the string where it is double wound. Not sure this is a good thing. Also notice the string doesn't ring as well. Apologies for the cr*p picture. Hopefully you can see what I am on about. [url="http://img245.imageshack.us/i/dsc00654s.jpg/"][/url] Any suggestions what is going on and how I might fix it? Ta

[quote name='budget bassist' post='612684' date='Sep 30 2009, 12:34 AM']Also i wouldn't imagine one of the passive ones would be as good at all... a passive musicman style bass seems to defeat the object a little bit to me.[/quote] Hi Interested in why you say this. I have a OLP MM3 and rather like the passive tone, it has a nice bark to it. However I have never played the real thing so cant really compare. Am thinking of replacing the cheap electronics at some point but now wondering if I should go active? I have passive (pre) and active EQ (post) on my pre-amp already, would there be any value add in going active? Thanks BTW the OLP is rather good value IMHO. Electrics are a bit flimsy but it's lovely to play, sounds great and is very good looking.

I Want You Back by Jackson 5. Just been learning it. It's real fun...

Great tips and very timely. Thanks. BTW does anyone else find reading white on black a little nauseous or do I need my eyes checking?

[quote name='henry norton' post='601087' date='Sep 17 2009, 10:13 AM']3rd string 6th fret, 2nd string 6th fret, 3rd string 4th fret, 3rd string 6th fret, 3rd string 4th fret, 2nd string 4th fret, 3rd string 4th fret, 3rd string 6th fret, 2nd string 4th fret, 2nd string 6th fret. I think... It's difficult because the keyboard is doubling the bassline and mushing it up a bit. Who needs tablature eh?[/quote] That works. Ta.

[quote name='henry norton' post='601087' date='Sep 17 2009, 10:13 AM']3rd string 6th fret, 2nd string 6th fret, 3rd string 4th fret, 3rd string 6th fret, 3rd string 4th fret, 2nd string 4th fret, 3rd string 4th fret, 3rd string 6th fret, 2nd string 4th fret, 2nd string 6th fret. I think... It's difficult because the keyboard is doubling the bassline and mushing it up a bit. Who needs tablature eh?[/quote] Thanks. I'll check it out later.

we forgot the crackers...

Hi. Trying to learn the bass line for this. Cant work out what he is playing on the fourth bar of the verse (the last phrase in the loop around 0.43 in the vid). Anyone help? Ta

A burp?

Watching the Bristol posse emerge in a thread lower down I got to wondering what the collective noun for Bass Players might be? A Fist?

Does working in Bristol count?

[quote name='TheBlueFalcon' post='599748' date='Sep 15 2009, 11:22 PM']Well I haven't heard any of the new album yet, but I did see a quote about their new album having slap bass. Mark King seems to like Status basses a lot and I certainly wouldn't argue with him. In fact, I wouldn't mind a KingBass!![/quote] He slaps on Undisclosed Desires but I didn't notice him using the Status for that one at Teignmouth. Was rather distracted by the really odd Keytar thingy Matt Bellamy was using.

Apologies for the repost but it's buried way down in the Muse thread and it makes me laugh everytime I hear it so thought I would share it more generally. It's a clip from the Radio 1 Muse Night show last Monday. Zane Lowe is treated to a bit of bass in Chris Wolstenholme's bass room in their Lake Como studio. As you would expect, it's rather loud. [url="http://drop.io/ht4vdlg"]Incredibly loud[/url]

[quote name='dudewheresmybass' post='593985' date='Sep 9 2009, 04:18 PM']if bang for buck is the prime requirement, either the VXL mentioned above, or the Behringer BDI21 are worth looking into[/quote] Avoid the BDI21. Mine just bricked for no reason.

And singers who are clearly not American singing with an American accent (or strange hybrids thereof).

[quote name='deaver' post='592500' date='Sep 7 2009, 10:13 PM']Why thank you, though I'm rarely any help to anyone. I'll be in your neck of the woods in a couple of weeks time, I'll be no use to you then either - unless the sight of middle aged drunks amuses you.[/quote] Check out the Raven. They do great pies!

[quote name='doctor_of_the_bass' post='592585' date='Sep 8 2009, 12:26 AM']Bless ya - can I borrow your hair!?[/quote]

Just wanted to say thanks for such a great forum. In the few months I have been around I have been really impressed with how quick and helpful Basschatters are. You are a great bunch.

Comparing it to a cheapy with P pickups. Played again this morning with the mids down and it sounded OK. Certainly cuts through. I guess I need to get used to it.

Hi. Just come back from playing my new MM3 at reasonable volumes thru my main rig. Noticed that it is very middly. Had to back of the mid range quite a bit to get a reasonable tone. Is that normal behavour or does mine need some attention?

[quote name='velvetkevorkian' post='590600' date='Sep 5 2009, 01:14 PM']Cool. It takes a bit of getting used to but is well worth it IMO.[/quote]

[quote name='velvetkevorkian' post='590523' date='Sep 5 2009, 11:50 AM']I play with "free strokes" (as opposed to "rest strokes", which you're describing above) using a floating thumb technique. I prefer it as it minimises string noise and lets you play faster IMO. If you want to stop hitting the string below you really need to look at how the whole finger is moving and modify the whole technique- keeping the same hand position and just trying to reduce follow through will not work IME.[/quote] Thanks. Having names for the techniques really helps. Just checked out youtube for floating thumb. Playing later today so will try it out.