Marvin

[quote name='Doddy' post='1111092' date='Feb 1 2011, 03:02 PM']But what about if you have to deliver BNP (or whoever)promo material? Would you flat out refuse to deliver it,or just get on with it and do your job?[/quote] I don't have a choice. I and my employer are legally bound through the Representation of the Peoples Act and the Postal Services Act to deliver such material. I don't like delivering it and thankfully this issue only arises at General Elections (they don't seem to bother with others around here) but to refuse would be breaking the law. It is something I cannot control and is out of my hands. However, if I was asked to play bass as part of a band for the benefit of the BNP for example then that is something I can control and can refuse - there aren't any statutes that say I'd have to play. So two different scenarios.

[quote name='Soliloquy' post='1111073' date='Feb 1 2011, 02:45 PM']Sure, as long as the money was worth it, ie after travelling expenses etc. I'd rather be at a gig earning £50 than at home earning nothing. Isn't it like any job ? If you're a postman or milkman for example, you may not want to get up if it's raining or snowing. I've played at venues that I haven't particularly wanted to play at. I just turn up, set up, do the gig and go home afterwards. I'd happily play with Gary Glitter, why not ? Same as I'd love to have played with Michael Jackson. Does anyone really get to choose who they work with ?[/quote] Being a postman, I'd say that not wanting to get up because it's raining is far removed from being asked to do a benefit gig for say the BNP, in my case. One is a pain in the proverbial the other is a matter of conscience imo

[quote name='Conan' post='1111068' date='Feb 1 2011, 02:41 PM']The OP stated that you had to be a pro. I'm not and never have been (although I guess being paid for gigs as part of a band makes me a semi-pro?). Most of us amateurs would only do gigs that we wanted to, but if it was my only (or even main) source of income I would take whatever I could get. You never know what it could lead to, and after all I have three kids to feed and a mortgage to pay![/quote] Sorry I'm lazy and never read much more than 2 sentences If I were a pro? Still no. I'm someone who despite loving Shredded Wheat, won't eat them because they're made by Nestle and I don't like some of what Nestle get up to. My morals and principles come before cash. I'd probably look to get a different job if it meant playing for people I disliked.

No. Music is my hobby. I don't seek to make money, if I were to it would be a bonus. I'm not even sure I'd want it to be my work. So I can be as picky as I want

[quote name='bubinga5' post='1109501' date='Jan 31 2011, 02:35 PM']Blimey Icastle your organised.. i thought i carried alot of stuff in my gig bag... First Aid kit though? where do you play? this is pretty much mine.. Batteries Tool Kit Tuner Olive oil Rag Mac Book Headphones Spare Cable Spare Strap Stand Ginsters Cheese and Onion pasty Packet of Cheese Doritos A copy of Razzle[/quote] I wouldn't admit to a Ginsters Pasty, a copy of Razzle maybe but not the Ginsters :)

It's a 2x10 - Fender Rumble 350. Only had it for about 3 weeks so can't really give any insight into reliability. I did a fair bit of research before buying and reliability problems didn't come up as an issue. Build quality is very good. I've taken it to 2 practices and the guitarist has been impressed - he's been playing for 30+years. First time I played it in 'anger' I didn't adjust the eq, played it flat, bass was flat and I was very happy with the tone. I'm usually a twiddler. Although obviously I've only had it a little while, given my experiences thus far, if I'd had more money then I'd would go for the 2x8 and matching head.

No experience of the cabs I'm afraid. Great price for a lightweight cab. I've got a Rumble combo which sounds very good. But that's probably not a lot of help

[quote name='Johnston' post='1108182' date='Jan 30 2011, 02:45 PM']I typed personal recommendations for Marvin into Amazon I got [url="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bass-Anthology-Authentic-Tab/dp/0739040685/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1296398462&sr=1-2"]this[/url][/quote] Thank you for your help

[quote name='ped' post='1108048' date='Jan 30 2011, 12:37 PM']This will give you some idea of what the new version of the software looks like [url="http://community.invisionpower.com/"]http://community.invisionpower.com/[/url] ped[/quote] ooooeeer! How posh is that? Ta, I'll spend some time familiarising myself with the style and stuff

[quote name='charic' post='1108058' date='Jan 30 2011, 12:42 PM']Busted! [/quote] [quote name='TimR' post='1108076' date='Jan 30 2011, 12:54 PM']ROTFPMSL You've made my day. Although I will admit I'm easily pleased. You can never have too much Gaffa tape, too many spare strings or 9v batteries. But it is a very personal thing so I tend to ask my wife for specifics or I end up with some very nice well meant things but I would have bought different ones. So maybe I'm not that easily pleased [/quote] That'll teach me to remain logged and leave the computer unattended To her credited Mrs M did buy me my ZoomB2.1u which was very nice of her - useful but not essential : Gaffa tape maybe an idea. Mrs M has been mixing with a basschat member on FaceBook - she may be a bad influence, you know who you are

[quote name='TimR' post='1108043' date='Jan 30 2011, 12:31 PM']Be very careful here. If the wife is asking, the essential number of basses is n+1 where n is the number of basses you currently own. 'A bass and an amp and a few leads' is going to leave you seriously under-equipped. At the very least the answer should be an entire cupboard full of kit, possibly leaning towards a room full of kit. It is not necessary for you to explain what any of that kit does, how often you use it (if ever), or even if it is necessarily essential. All she needs to know is ALL that kit is what you NEED and if possible you need a bit more space for expansion. She's not planning on extending your family is she?[/quote] She (meaning me!) reads these from time to time No I'm not planning on extending the family! I was just curious (ok nosey) and Mr M didn't think many would reply. Plus I need some ideas of what 'bits and pieces' I can get him for b'day, christmas etc etc. ( oh I also know what most of the 'stuff' does generally ) Mrs Marvin xx

I'm not particularly interested but the wife asked besides the obvious bass itself, an amp and a lead what are the essential bits of kit? Mine, probably my gig bag (I don't like my bass getting damaged) and my iPod. The iPod for practicing songs. It's a boring thread so if you're not interested don't feel obliged.

[quote name='ped' post='1107261' date='Jan 29 2011, 03:03 PM']Hi Basschatters! A few messages for everyone. First of all, I am moving house as of tomorrow so will not have internet except for on my mobile for a few weeks. We are trying to get Virgin Broadband but the line doesn't extend to our house so we are having to look at having it extended or look at other options. In the meantime please contact me by email (by using the button in my profile page) rather than sending a PM. Secondly, the 'Ask An Expert' forums will be closing in a few weeks, to simplify the affiliation and advertising rules. The threads in each of those forums will be moved to their appropriate sections. DHA and Alexclaber will still be about but probably in the 'Amps and Cabs' or 'Repairs' areas and they will be operating on a non commercial basis (unless they post in the affiliates marketplace area). The final thing is that we have been saving up and will soon be upgrading to a new version of the software which we use on this forum. There are lots of benefits and it should bring BC into 2011 with a fresh new look and advanced functionality. Crazykiwi is managing the changeover as I'm absent so please direct any questions to him. See you in a few weeks and keep it low ped and Nellie[/quote] As long as this new software isn't like when supermarkets move all the stuff on aisles about and you can't find your fav nibbles anymore:) Yes I am a grump All the best with the move and stuff and other. Cheers

[quote name='Bassassin' post='1107493' date='Jan 29 2011, 06:45 PM']My first bass was made from wood. From the Ply Tree. Jon.[/quote] They only grow on the banks of the mouth of the River Ply hence the name. All real genuine plywood comes from Plymouth, it's a well known fact.

[quote name='Spike Vincent' post='1107464' date='Jan 29 2011, 06:30 PM']Whoa - what? Where does cheese come from then? Eh?[/quote] Supermarkets? And no Wayne, at no point in my life have I ever thought a bass or any guitar was made of plastic.

[quote name='Johnston' post='1106239' date='Jan 28 2011, 02:19 PM']Queen crazy little thing called love. G'N'R #Sweet child Beatles Day tripper Specially for Marvin Greenday Holiday [/quote] I cracked it last night at practice, it's all about the rhythm, apparently

Welcome back. I never frequented bassworld A very fine collection. Could you delete the pic of the white jazz please? It's giving me terrible GAS pains

[quote name='Phil Starr' post='1104584' date='Jan 26 2011, 11:58 PM']I got my stand from Lidl, Sturdy and it folds. I am such a cheapskate.[/quote] No, you are simply careful. Which is very important in these uncertain times

[quote name='lojo' post='1103415' date='Jan 26 2011, 11:55 AM']The root notes to the chorus are .. not sure what the actual chords are as I just learned the line by ear D / B / A / F* G / B / A / F* G / E / F* Nothing odd about the timing all straight 4/4 Its the same as the verse except you add another root note (and they are muted slightly) and still play another note (lower 5th?) on beat 3 Listen to it over and over and it will come, or wait for someone who can put it down into words or dots better than me[/quote] Thanks, that works. I've worked around those roots and it sounds very close to the recording, and far more accurate than the two tabs I found. I'm a lot happier with it now. Thanks again.

Any more than 4 would melt my addled brain.

Perhaps it's just fashion then. Warwicks may be like the Alfa Romeos of the bass world. Adored by those who love them, worth p1ss all to those who don't. That's not a particularly good analogy as one is very reliable and the other isn't. Whoops!

[quote name='lojo' post='1103129' date='Jan 26 2011, 07:27 AM']i just learned this for a set, which bit are you unsure of ?[/quote] Just the chorus. Perhaps I've not got the feel right yet.

[quote name='silddx' post='1103234' date='Jan 26 2011, 09:59 AM']But I want a Jap Fender RI with a B&B neck. I can't understand why. I have wanted one for ages. I got a bonus at work and to my huge surprise and deep disappointment my normally faultless car ate it all in the MOT last month. All my cash went towards it, so the Wicks are going. I know what I'm like, I will probably sell the Fender in six months time. Fickle f***er, that's me. [b]My dream is to have a lifelong relationship with a bass, but I doubt whether it is possible with my personality :*([/b][/quote] So basically you have issues with commitment. Men! You're all the same. Have you considered relationship counselling?

[size=5]NIGEL, DO NOT SELL THE WARWICKS! YOU'VE BEEN HERE BEFORE. IT'S JUST GAS AND IT WILL SUBSIDE. YOU ARE BEING A TOOL![/size] Is that alright? I seem to remember you buying a Pat something jazz bass not so long ago, but then picked up the black corvette and fell in love with it again and subsequently sold the Jazz, says a lot. I haven't a clue why secondhand Warwicks command so little. Especially as they're going for less than brand new Rockbasses, which although good aren't German made Warwicks. Maybe sell the fretless if you don't play it much, but not the black one. I'm in danger of rambling, I'll stop

Hmm, it's not particularly pretty to play. Although I do like the song itself I'm not mad keen on playing it.