KingPrawn

Did e talk about his rigs. When I saw them I was so far back, I could just make out two glowing heads side by side. I did not recognise them. They didn't look like his usual EBS rigs?

Pm'd

My choice for this band and music. We have no drums, so my role is more percussive. I think the fretless adds another texture

Just in from Brum gig. They nailed it !! Really great gig

Correct. They always have their parade the Sunday before.

I don't always get an opportunity to do this, I played three different venues in one day with my lovely Zon fretless. I was playing at the St Patrick's day festival in Birmingham. 85,000 people,all really digging the traditional tunes. First on a float, then the main stage. Finally the wonderful lamp tavern ( real ale guys pay respect). Usually aside from home practise I've never spent the best part of 4 and a half ours playing bass in one day. It was great. It really sounded consistent and full of lovely tone, through all the differing PA's. I think it might be my best friend/ bass

I remember it well. My older brother used to play it constantly I was 8. ELO shine a little love. Kelly Groucutt on bass. Mint!

Whilst I have resisted the urge for years. I know in my heart I have to have a mid 70's Fender Jazz, with Rose wood fret board. The longer I leave it the more expensive they become.

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To bassists, that story would be worthy of a special edition of Oprah.
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I was just thinking of getting in touch with Simon Bates for "our tune"

Things are getting silly around these parts. I'll keep a look out. Aside from he obvious sites keep an eye on Shpock. It's covers local areas.

I've been watching this thread and have decided it's time to contribute. in 1989 I owned a Warwick thumb, kubicki factor and a Wal Fretless. These were at the time my three ultimate basses. I was 18 and playing through a lovely Trace Elliott rig. I was playing loads and loving life. Long story short. I'd bought my first house with blood sweat and tears recession hit in the early 90's. Anyway mortgage payments to be made work drying up. The Wal went first. I took it into Musical Exchanges in Birmingham. For those who knew the place it was Gaz. He looked at me and said " are you sure" I had no choice. I covered my mortgage payment for that month. The factor and Warwick followed. I wouldn't change a thing but I'd love to own them all again. It is what it is !

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=w64pjXRCvbY

Mine would have to be.

It Bites
ABBA
The Shins
Wedding present
ELO
Stars of the lid
Animal collective
Bonny prince Billy
Alastair Roberts

Amazing

Once around the world by It Bites. Its worked maybe twice. 😀

This does it for me.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RYypmgIYOVQ

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That's so true. Does my head in when you have such great playing. I want to see the neck and hands. Every time !!

Love it

Any thing by It Bites. Word for word. Note for note. Defined my teens

Great topic

I'm sure we have all experienced this dilemma. Petrol in the car or play that sh*t song? The Anniversary Waltz by status Quo. ( sorry Rick Parrfitt RIP) not my proudest moment.

Tasty! I like where the bass sits in the mix, nice tone. Once i heard it, i had to grab my bass. Its a left hand stretcher alright.

I used a bergantino 4x10 for years. They push some serious air. Like you I found the 4x10 bulky at times. I moved to 2 2x10 bergs a few years ago. personally I'm really pleased with the move. Lighter, move versatility for smaller gigs or using one as a monitor. As mentioned stacked vertically you gain some height. I don't think id go back.

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Just realised I've seen them - they were on the Knebworth bill in '79.
Back on topic, can't stand 'em but you can't deny their talent - and Dave's singing over those tricky bass lines too.
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Love it!

I've learnt to look after myself more and jacked in one of the bands I play in. Not because of personalities.. it's because I'm sick of playing for the sack of it. My confidence is growing and I'm more comfortable with my real ability. I've also learnt I don't need to worry about if I'm impressing people by being all technical. That just being simple and getting it right is more important..

A while ago I was asked to learn some Chas and Dave tunes for a guys birthday. I was shocked at the complexity of the bass lines. I knew them from my childhood but hadn't noticed Dave Peacocks playing. Top player.

https://youtu.be/GeWA7ewDBD4