voodoobassman

Very experienced bassist. Living in Washington, Tyne & Wear. Wide musical taste (which means no rap), good kit and own transport. Always been in bands but the last one imploded a couple of months ago. Any offers?

[quote name='thedontcarebear' post='531501' date='Jul 3 2009, 11:17 AM']Was that from guitarguitar or something? I remember seeing on their website they had 3 of them or something, and a bunch of other stuff for okay deals.[/quote] IF yopu're still looking for a Black Beauty, I was in Guitarguitar in Newcastle this afternoon and they have one standing just inside the door. I did'nt try it our in case I was tempted - divorce can be very expensive!!!

[quote name='lowhand_mike' post='4287' date='May 22 2007, 12:12 PM']well first time after practice last night my left ear was really hurting, still is to be honest so i think now is the time to do something about it (might be a bit late but better than not at all) seeing as my amp is now really chucking out the volume. so is it possible to pull over the sticky from the last forum or shall we just start afresh. recommendations[/quote] I tried the earplugs I wear on my motorbike but couldn't really hear enough of the music, or my own tone. I find the best cure is to stand away from a) the PA the guitarist's stack and c) to keep on the snare side of the drummer. They tend to have their bigger cymbals on the other side - and big cymbals are REALLY loud, probably the loudest thing in the band. It's the high frequescies that cause the trouble.

[quote name='Pete Academy' post='534464' date='Jul 7 2009, 10:23 AM']I'm looking for an [i]uber[/i]-comfortable strap. I currently use a Comfort strap, but the day after a gig I feel as if my shoulders are ready to drop off. Does anyone know of anything? I looked at those double straps that go across each shoulder but I'm not convinced.[/quote] Yes, getting old is a real bummer! I use those stretchy straps that Overwater sell. They are comfy and seem to take a lot of the weight off.

[quote name='Hot Tub' post='536263' date='Jul 9 2009, 10:43 AM']TBH, what I'd really like is a little miniature switch for ON/OFF. That way the bass can be left plugged in all the time. I mean, how hard can it be? Why don't the manufacturers do this?[/quote] Yeah. I used to have a Fender Active Jazz Bass Special which had a active/ passive switch. Very useful and also great for instantly altering the tone to a Precision-like donk when the song needed it. Don't know why they don't put them on all actives.

Did anyone get along to the Sage last night? Wonderful gig by Feat and a demonstration of minimalist bass playing by Kenny Gradney. Less is more. OK he did get a solo spot, but very tasteful. Oh yes and I see see him slapping once but the song needed it. A lesson to us all.

To those who appreciate great music and some killer bass lines, I've just received my latest Sage newsletter and see that my all time favourites, American legendary band Little Feat are on at the Sage in Gateshead on May 11th. Should NOT be missed.

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='383142' date='Jan 17 2009, 12:27 PM'] Hi all The first Bass Bash of 2009 is confirmed - Sunday, March 1st, 2pm-5pm. The hall is nice and big, so bring your friends! Seaton Delaval Arts Centre Avenue Road Seaton Delaval Northumberland NE25 0DU [url="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=NE25+0DU&sll=55.073137,-1.525001&sspn=0.026683,0.062656&g=seaton+delaval%5D&ie=UTF8&ll=55.072311,-1.525919&spn=0.006671,0.015664&t=h&z=16&iwloc=addr"]clicky for map[/url] It's not far from Blyth, Cramlington and Whitley Bay, and it's ten minutes from the north side of the Tyne Tunnel... just up the A19. The load-in is a doddle.. straight off the street into the hall. Parking isn't tricky, but you might need to leave your car in adjacent street. Tea & coffee will be available. As mentioned earlier, a couple of quid towards hall hire would be nice but optional. So... what y'all bringing?[/quote] I'm planning to be there as my band rehearsal has been cancelled. I know where Seaton Delaval is, I know the ice cream place - but not the Arts Centre.

[quote name='BottomEndian' post='400989' date='Feb 5 2009, 01:33 PM']I think the fear might be insurmountable at the moment. But I've found a budget 35" scale: the Peavey Cirrus BXP. The whole Cirrus line seems to be 35", and the BXP puts it in my price range. Any thoughts on the Cirrus from anyone?[/quote] Got one. Love it.

[quote name='andy67' post='404314' date='Feb 9 2009, 02:09 PM']Checked out a lot of practice amps in Edinburgh music shops over the weekend...had a budget of £100; was looking for something fairly small but beefy in tone but not that horrible boxy sound - found nothing suitable! Orange Crush B20 - nope Mrashall 15 - nope Line 6 Lowdown 15 - nope etc, etc, etc...all to middy boxy rubbish! Checked some net reviews on the ashdown perfect ten and decided to buy one. Anyone got one of these, use them and can give me an idea of what it is like? all comments and experiences appreciated. andy[/quote] I've got one and have found it really good. Like you I did the rounds of the music shops in Newcastle and found the Perfect Ten was the best sound by far, irrespective of price. I've used it at home, at rehearsals and a small gig. Mind, it struggles a bit with a 5 string and is quite heavy to cart around. Kevin