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[quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1402499125' post='2474165'] It's not playing music that's the main issue, it's my relationship with it. Everything I do, I put music first. If I go to church I think about how the music/sound could be improved, when I go to bed I put music on, when I get spare time I play an instrument. This is put before anything else that should be on my list. [/quote] Unless your'e actually neglecting loved ones and other responsibilities because of a total obsession with music, what's the problem? Doesn't anyone with an keen interest/ambition in something do much the same thing? Indeed can anyone develop the skills required to be a good musician [u]without[/u] spending a great deal of time practicing? Or good at anything? What about olympic athletes who train intensively every day? Is it not possible for any of them to be christians because of their 'idolatory' of their sport?

And quite right too. Ringpull technology is awesome - I remember watching an OU programme all about it many years ago and it involved a lot of materials science theory concerning cold fracturing of the aluminium around the ringpull and all the associated quality control to ensure reliability and repeatability. Now, where did I leave my anorak . . . . ?

To the OP, I wouldn't worry about it. If you no longer wish to play then don't - simple as that. What's the point in forcing it? In fact I've never really understood these regular 'feel like giving up, don't know what to do' posts. Might be a problem if it's the only source of income but I'd guess that's not the case for most people here, so why continue to do something when the interest has gone? It's not exactly a great loss is it? [quote name='Hobbayne' timestamp='1402436170' post='2473589'] Cat Stevens did the same thing 30 odd years ago when he converted to Islam. [/quote] Er, I don't think Cat Stevens/Yousef Islam ever gave up writing and playing music.

Ha! What are the chances of that . . . To the exact minute as well

Er, PCB cleaner might be a good start: http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/maplin-pcb-cleaner-200ml-n64an

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1402319133' post='2472028'] A large percentage of people on Internet forums don't go on them to learn anything as they are already convinced they know everything there is to know about everything. Their sole reason for frequenting forums is to reinforce their belief that they are right/superior & everybody else is wrong/inferior. [/quote] In which case, BC is not going to be a particularly good place to discuss OT subjects because there will always be opposing views that won't reinforce your own. In that sense, BC is a bit like reading half a dozen daily newspapers instead of just reading the one that aligns with your own views.

[quote name='BetaFunk' timestamp='1402314904' post='2471952'] I keep well away from OT threads on BC now and probably the only thing i've learnt is that i'll never ask a bass player about anything other than their bass guitar and equipment. [/quote] Except that the good thing about OT discussions on BC is that the main common factor here is an interest in bass, which means there is a wide variety of views about other subjects, which makes most of the OT discussions more interesting. IMO, obviously.

Interesting perspective from the OP. I wouldn't characterise BC as being full of people getting angry or being offensive. Sure there are lots of conflicting views in OT - as we should expect - but the discussions rarely end up being locked compared to some other sites I've given up on and in general BCers seem to be able to agree to disagree reasonably amicably. Anyway, what's the point of a discussion where everyone has the same view? What would anyone learn from that?

I had always assumed that drums are inherently loud but we've played with the same dep a few times (the best drummer I've ever played with in fact) and he could play quietly while still absolutely nailing any song. It was quite a revelation from the 'thrash-it-and-bash-it' style of many drummers.

[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1402262573' post='2471544'] I'm [i]really[/i] fussy about noise and playing loud. My current band are LOOOUUUDDDD - 2x100W valve amps and a drummer to match. All good players, and I (and the drummer and guitarist) rehearse with plugs, but it's ever so loud. Hella fun too. [/quote] How can it be loud if you're using earplugs? Isn't that a bit like using 1000W lightbulbs at home and then wearing sunglasses to reduce the glare? What's the point?

With a mono jack plug/socket, the tip of the plug usually carries the signal and the sleeve is usually 'ground'. In +ve / -ve terminology (which as Woodinblack rightly says is not really an exact equivalent), the signal would usually be called +ve and ground would be -ve.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6rsPPqSAuk

[quote name='AntLockyer' timestamp='1402258063' post='2471470'] At the interval a chap came up to the band leader and said "You are the lead guitarist and the lead singer and the problem is you are being drowned out by the drummer and the bass". The drummer was playing with rods and I was barely touching the strings. Playing quiet has its issues too [/quote] That sounds more like a mix problem than a volume problem.

I sometimes think that volume is used as an alternative to playing well. I'd far rather listen to great musical talent at a sensible volume than a wall of sound. It's not an age thing, I've always felt the same way - it's probably why I never liked punk very much. But each to their own though and there certainly ought to be venues out there for 'wall of sound' bands, it's just that I reckon not many of the suitable ones will be pubs.

Great entertainment done very professionally indeed. Well worth seeking out the fairly recent documentary about them . . . They have a very solid musical pedigree.

[quote name='Sean' timestamp='1402135393' post='2470283'] 11:00 - 12:00 Drummer, Singer and I turn up and set up and run through the plan, have a cup of tea, make sure we're on the case 14:30 - 14:45 tea break 17:15 - 1830 Drummer, Singer and I pack up and discuss, have a cup of tea, hopefully make decision . What have we missed? [/quote] Don't bother with the ones who don't like tea? Seriously, sounds like you're putting a lot of thought and attention into this, I hope the auditionees have the respect to do the same. All I would say is don't commit to making a decision on the day. Sleeping on it won't do any harm and slower reflection can be a good thing. Good luck - I hope it all goes well. Let us know!

[quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1401895775' post='2468008'] Selling the image along with the bass is a well tried and tested theory. Look at Harley Davidson bikes. They sell the image of a Harley and others are catching on fast. [/quote] Indeed. Last time I was shopping for a bulldozer the shop assistant kept pestering me to buy a pair of boots and a cap with matching logo to go with it.

[quote name='MoonBassAlpha' timestamp='1401971234' post='2468778'] Wrong. The bass will float and the weight of the water displaced will equal the weight of the bass. [/quote] . . . . . IF the bass floats. With all the metalwork and strings etc it might sink . . . . in which case the displaced water will equal the volume, not the weight (mass). So, the big question is 'does a bass float or sink in a bath full of water? Any volunteers want to give it a try?

I bought my Fender MIJ Precision from Coda Music back in 1989 but can't remember the last time I popped in. Glad to hear they are still just as helpful as they were back then!

Not a new thing of course, but the internet certainly makes it far more accessible to far more people and is a lot more convenient than flying master tapes around the world! Though maybe not as much fun as recording in a Caribbean island studio?

Excellent suggestion, Lord Sir Dr Dad. Anyway, it seems to have worked for our very own Dr Dave. Actually, this all reminds me of this . . . . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jdujUF0was

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[quote name='simes' timestamp='1401876878' post='2467681'] A [s]student[/s] customer these days is pretty much invincible. [/quote] Fixed. Can't be long now before degrees are issued by 'correspondence courses' from cyberspace universities. Just send £249 and your certificate will be sent out by return.

[quote name='OliverBlackman' timestamp='1401828671' post='2467375'] 1. If you're planning to teach at a contemporary Music college/ university, most choose their tutors based on experience in the industry. So its important to have had a career as a performer first. They do this so they can entice potential students. [/quote] Why would someone with a career as a performer give it up to teach?

[quote name='OliverBlackman' timestamp='1401825927' post='2467344'] Therefore if the idea of doing a music course is to network, why would you study anywhere outside of London, LA or NY, where the industry is. [/quote] Or Bristol ? . . . . which is where George Ezra was snapped up.