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[attachment=155218:JSBW.jpg] Debut electric set for my new band The Jimmy Sixes. I thought we did well & loved it.

[attachment=155216:NBD.jpg] And I took both the bass & my girlfriend out to our gig at the Bands & Burlesque night. Superb. Of course I'd got her something nice too

[attachment=155106:ValentinesBass.jpg] This showed up this morning. I'm trying to work out exactly why but the clues are; 1) I've wanted one for an age 2) I have spoken to my girlfriend about it 3) She asked if I might be in early morning 4) It is Valentine's Day Very cool of her.

Nicely dressed

With the popularity of GAS on this site I wonder if this topic will be a bit quiet? My original P-bass took a fair old pounding and was retired after 15yrs hard gigging. It became something of a Trigger's broom in the end and was sold on as a very playable but roadworn instrument. I still have the original rusted up pickup.

[size=4][font=times new roman,times,serif][color=#37404E]My new *other* band The Jimmy Sixes are making their debut at The Vic in Old Town, Swindon on Valentines. Rock 'n' Roll music, burlesque dancing, party games, free cake and a cupid kissing booth. Surely that has to be something for everyone? Swindon is the closest I seem to get to a home town gig and I have a bunch of great friends coming to this. Come along too...[/color][/font][/size]

Number 1. Tone gets better with practice as does reaching high notes and he's clearly put the work in. He says he hasn't played for a couple of years - I wouldn't be too worried unless he is no better months down the line.

My double bass is in the corner of the bedroom and I have my Squier out downstairs in the living room so I can grab either at anytime. Anything else is stored in cases and I've been ruthless in recent years, if it is in the case too long it gets sold on.

I've never claimed but having previously been paying a small fortune through one of the main companies, I heard about NewMoon on here.They are a small company run by musicians and very friendly / knowledgeable. I've never claimed so can't speak for anyone when it come to the crunch but hopefully I'm just buying peace of mind. Two pitfalls, firstly a lot of people think they are covered by home insurance and this isn't usually the case. Secondly, a lot of insurers want receipts etc which for vintage gear can be a problem so back it up with valuations etc.

I don't think there is a rule other than be yourself. If you are a happy upbeat guy, playing it moody and cool looks forced. Equally if you are a miserable social outcast there is little point working the crowd. Work to the strengths of the person fronting the band. Personally I rarely like it when you get the comedian onstage shouting out quips from behind the drum kit / other instrument. The odd one liner is passable but I don't think fronting a band should look like a committee.

I read somewhere that Precision sales vastly outsell Jazzes. Was a while ago but from memory there was a big difference too.

[quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1392138588' post='2365224'] Get him to play bass instead? Nobody will notice then. [/quote] I beg to differ actually. People only tend to notice when we do go wrong

I agree with JTUK, the key is can you live with it? If not then you need to address it, temper or not. Maybe softly softly with the "feedback sandwich" i.e compliment, what you want to say, compliment to soften things. "You are such a great guitarist but you made a few mistakes again today. A shame as your style totally fits what we do"... or something like that.

The Jimmy Sixes did some tunes at the Open Mic; the sound guy didn't know how to handle a double bass but watching the video playback & speaking with the audience, it was far better than it felt at the time.

I've used Fender flats a few times on various basses and they have always delivered for me. I'd rather the reissue basses came with them but obviously nobody at Fender agrees with me on that front.

I spent 5 minutes cleaning up cat sick yesterday and funnily enough didn't get the same feeling Funny old world, innit?

I don't think there could ever be a one size fits all answer. On reflection had I not focused on playing I'd probably be 1) further up the career ladder and 2) still married to my 1st wife. I think I have the balance about right

I had one for a couple of years as my main bass. When we recorded our last album the producer who has perfect pitch was a bit squiffy about the intonation which was slightly laughable as that is part of the charm of these old 60s style hollowbodies. Anyhow I suspect it was down to the strings being duff but I sold it and returned to Fender. It played great and had a really sweet tone. Can't recall the pickup adjustment though, sorry.

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1391789237' post='2361343'] Nothing wrong with saying hello to the town where you're playing: "Hey! Feltham! Good t'be hyah!".[/quote] I'm always up for that too. I kind of agree with the rest although I can live with strats (I'm ducking for cover now)

Watching some players (Rich Robinson in the Black Crowes springs to mind) they change after every song. I have a gig next week where I'm on upright bass and bas guitar so I'll let you know For a pub gig I think more than 2 basses it can start to get a bit OTT but I guess players do what they feel is right.

I read a lot about how they don't fit properly online but they fit on mine no problem [url="http://s38.photobucket.com/user/Tim_73/media/Squier2_zps383a17ce.jpg.html"][/url]

[quote name='Lord Sausage' timestamp='1390762815' post='2349220'] Digging in? Are you doing gigs in the Somme!? [/quote] Have bass will travel... and maybe make sandcastles in the process

Just chiming in as Lozz mentioned me but the SP210 / terror has been my only combination since 2010; I'd have gone for the 212 but funds didn't allow and I only have the one cab. It also holds up used for upright bass in a rock 'n' roll band so pretty versatile if you like that old school tone. I'd have thought indie, rock, reggae, country, blues - it is covered. Maybe not good if you want a more modern sound but I swear by mine. I switched from Ampeg and wound up selling it on as I simply don't need a backup.