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[quote name='Pinball' timestamp='1377438453' post='2187487'] 1. High end, mainly American guitar manufactures aren't making guitars for musicians anymore, they are making them for investors. [/quote] I think you can still debate the merits of the 'musical instrument as investment' position - particularly on new instruments, when the big returns currently seem to be on the 'vintage' instruments. I would state, in response to the above, that whilst people might call them 'investors' many are simply affluent amateurs - people with an interest, and with the disposable income to indulge that interest.

Ah, well it makes more sense now that we know the context

[quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1377198302' post='2184746'] What if you play it in a Mazda campervan (the one with the pop up roof)? [/quote] Someone did once. [i]And that's the last ever heard of him [/i]

This is a piece of history, a rare example of the first Bongo prototype.

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Well, it catches the eye!

I was uncomplimentary upon first viewing, wondering why I would need another controller for Guitar Hero - but, one man's wine is another's vinegar, and all that. Sounds cute, and I like the pick-up design

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[quote name='bassman7755' timestamp='1375582188' post='2163176'] The its really not possible to give definitive answers to "what do I play over such-and-such chords" type questions as there are a lot of other variables at work. A lot depends on the genre and how the other musicians in the band are interpreting the harmonies: this will determine how strict or "out" you can play, whether "blue" notes, chromatics etc will fit, whether you play more key centric or chord centric etc. [/quote] I think I bump into this a lot, at least in my own head. As I've come to understand more, I've found myself with more options - and it's almost become a barrier. Much as with the OP, I then wonder what I could (or [i]should[/i]) play, and it takes a lot of effort to work out that there's more than just one answer. Slowly getting there!

[quote name='Musky' timestamp='1376953521' post='2181587'] I'm not sure enough people have seen it to make it one of BC's iconic basses, but I always loved Dangerboy's ali Longfellow. [/quote] Electric Guitar Company?

Ok, Fran. No worries. Unsurprised on the EBMM forum reaction.

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' timestamp='1376861331' post='2180163'] xilddx it was the latter, but one of those both the distributor in uk and the manufacturer would choose never to admit. [u][b]which is why I don't effing WANT TO TALK ABOUT IT OK??[/b][/u] [/quote] Probably shouldn't have picked such a curiosity-inducing fashion in which to mention it, perhaps Sigh, I shall now have to scrutinise my bass for clues whilst fighting my desire to [b]ASK [u]QUESTIONS[/u] ABOUT IT[/b]. Teasing aside, no worries Fran - I can live with your desire not to talk about it. I've not had any issue with mine, yet, so here's hoping that continues!

Odd. If it's a flaw you can evidence, then I'm not sure how it can be slander. Beats insinuation, mind, which sets minds to thinking Drop me a PM. If you can tell me what to look for I'd be happy to check mine

[quote name='Lord Sausage' timestamp='1376848546' post='2179930'] what if you are selling something you don't expect much for? say old pickups for about £20. do you still have to pay £7. Seems Steep! [/quote] Well, at the top of the forum you'll find a thread confirming that items under £50 can be listed for free If people have feedback, then make sure you drop Kiwi and Ped a PM with your thoughts.

BC Rich - Lorne... Encyclopaedic knowledge!

"The customer is always right, even when they are wrong" - a bit of common sense, long-established business best practice and Lean consumption.

Hypothetically speaking, there are better ways to do business, resolve complaints and promote your brand

M1 looked okay earlier, so good driving! Excited for you

What a bizarre issue - I'll move this to Site Issues and flag with the Admins for you.

Apparently we didn't comprehend the question Anyway, in danger of completing Tau's exasperation, I believe "blues" as a descriptor is misunderstood by many venues - I think they're thinking of dusty old men, not toe-tapping beats and happy punters. Thus they simplify their tastes, and if you want their custom you need to simplify your description - so I think a lot of people will call themselves "rock" instead, or note that they play popular upbeat numbers. I'm sure we're all familiar with the patter That's been my experience, at least with the more common venues. They have uncomplicated needs, so don't complicate how you sell yourself.

Not much demand for dubstep cover bands at the minute, so maybe the old classics are continuing to tread water

Ou7shined's Pingray, perhaps?

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1376642352' post='2177144'] Tell me honestly, if that particular bass had come into the shop in the condition that it appears to be in from the photos and video posted would you have tried to sell it? Or would it have been send straight back to Jimmy asking WTF he was playing at? [/quote] A really good question.