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I keep (and update) a "book" of song titles that I'll take as starting points, then if I come up with an interesting melody idea/hook, I'll try matching with an appropriate lyrical idea. Keeps me focused...........ooooh look!... a fly.....
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Lessons From Someone Other Than A Bass Player
oldslapper replied to Pete Academy's topic in General Discussion
Depends on what you'd want lessons in really? Technique....go to a bass player/teacher. Groove?....probably come up to you mate!! Theory?....I did separate theory grades with a classical guitarist. I didn't touch on guitar playing, just theory and it was helpful to get an overview of of both staves. My pet hate though is guitarists teaching bass....don't know why....just do. -
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Ian bought a genz cab off me. Paid quickly, no hassle, good communications all the way. Nice guy, thanks Ian. John
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Not enough love for the Shaftesbury option? 11 people would be more like a "tap" than a "bash" Not been to one before, so is there a minimum number to make it work? Anyone willing/able to organise something in Bristol/Exeter as they seem to be favs at the mo', I'm happy to help on the day, but a bit far to organise venue/shops, etc. before hand. OS
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[quote name='WalMan' post='778148' date='Mar 17 2010, 11:55 PM']Make up your mind Poor things probably plucking plectrums off a stand holder going "He loves me. He loves me not"[/quote] I know I know......I've got one Jazz bass that I've had for years, I reckon it it says to the latest piece of wood hanging next to it....."you won't be here long, I'm the only one he loves"....
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James bought a Jazz bass off me. Lightning fast reactions on the payment trigger and great messages throughout. Thanks John
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F/S Jazz bass. £250 posted. SOLD subject to usual stuff
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Basses For Sale
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[quote name='CoolCat' post='775449' date='Mar 15 2010, 05:43 PM']This can happen due to the plastic saddle + shim being too soft and not applying enough pressure on the piezzo or the bottom of the saddle + shim are not perfectly horizontal and in full contact with the piezzo. I have seen this mute effect on acoustic guitars with piezzos. Take precise measurements of the plastic saddle, get on ebay and get a piece of TUSQ, BONE,BUFFALO HORN or EBONY that fit those measurements. After that a bit of sandpaper (+ glass surface to rest it perfectly flat) a ruler, tlc and elbow grease should do wonders.[/quote] +1 on replacing the saddle with bone/tusq. I play acoustic guitar and replacing the plastic saddle with a bone one gave an "even response" across all strings and frequencies. Your bridge/saddle is similar. You don't have to be a tech to do this, just follow CoolCat's advice. nice looking EUB.
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F/S Jazz bass. £250 posted. SOLD subject to usual stuff
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Basses For Sale
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F/S Jazz bass. £250 posted. SOLD subject to usual stuff
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Basses For Sale
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F/S Jazz bass. £250 posted. SOLD subject to usual stuff
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Basses For Sale
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F/S Jazz bass. £250 posted. SOLD subject to usual stuff
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Basses For Sale
[quote name='Bass_Guardian' post='775346' date='Mar 15 2010, 03:56 PM']Would u consider a trade for a Yamaha RBX A2?[/quote] Don't need any more basses, don't need any more basses, don't need any more basses.....if I say it enough times I might believe it.. Thanks and I do like yamaha's (I play an old 604 which is lush), but I [u]actually[/u] don't need another bass. Cash or a nice little mini 1x15 would do it. John -
F/S Jazz bass. £250 posted. SOLD subject to usual stuff
oldslapper posted a topic in Basses For Sale
This is a passive 4 string MIM Jazz bass that has had the decal changed to read "made in usa". It also has a usa serial number on the reverse headstock. The bass is very clean, in excellent condition. Used it on Saturday, to give it a run out before selling. It's the first time I've gigged with it since getting it and it did what I wanted it to do without fuss, covered full range of styles/sounds no worries. Bought it as a "spare", but won't be needed. Di Marzio Area J pups (hum cancelling), black badassII bridge. Will come with quality warwick gigbag (with velcro neck holder). Nice player, strung with HR Hi beams I think?? I'm offering it at £250 posted. If no interest in a couple of days, I might take apart and sell bits separately, as I noticed a couple of wanted posts for necks/bodies/badassII's etc. In which case there would be a body with pots/plate/knobs, a neck, a black badassII & pair of very nice J pups. Don't know about prices, happy to be guided before hand tho'. I may also be interested in a trade for a small 1x15 cab 8 ohm 300 watt minimum, with cash adjustment. I have secured a 4x8 mini at a very good price, but the 1x15 purchase has fallen through. So my love for the mini 1x15 is still unrequited. I can't drive too far from North Dorset at the moment, so any cabs would need to be couriered or within 50 miles for me to pick up. Here's some pics....hope the link works, I've not done this before. [url="http://pbckt.com/sL.gRZ"]http://pbckt.com/sL.gRZ[/url] John -
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Ashdown ABM 210 Combo + ABM 212
oldslapper replied to Wayward-Wanderer's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
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Ashdown ABM 210 Combo + ABM 212
oldslapper replied to Wayward-Wanderer's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
[quote name='Wayward-Wanderer' post='773066' date='Mar 12 2010, 07:04 PM']Hello, I'm Selling a Ashdown ABM 210 Combo And an Original ABM 212. Picture to follow shortly. I am only selling these as I have no need for them as i have become a guitar player. Combo: 300 watts, good conditon, Only one or 2 scratches in the tolex, giged twice. Cab: Bought secondhand from a user on here. The previous owner had replaced both the speakers for Precision Devices. Brilliant cab Brilliant sound. Giged twice by me, not sure about the other owner. Neither the cab or the combo has ever let me down. Perfect bass system. Looking For 350£ for the pair. Will Sell seperately if there are buyer who want both different parts. Combo 250£ Cab 100£ Don't be afraid to make me an offer. I would be willing to trade for some guitar gear depending on what you have to offer Can arrange courier at an extra cost, or avialable for pick up.[/quote] PM -
Bass Player available for gigs - Bristol/Somerset area
oldslapper replied to Bill's topic in Musicians Wanted
Bristol based function band looking for bass player two posts down from this one I believe?? -
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Finally joining the 'covers/function' scene
oldslapper replied to Musicman20's topic in General Discussion
Just my two pennies worth. Playing covers in a "covers band" actually made me a little more disciplined in my approach to playing, which then made my writing bass parts for "original's" so much better as I had to listen & learn bass parts from other, far better players than I. Particularly songs/artists and bass players I would never had chosen to listen to before. Basically it reduced my musical snobbery. I'm very happy breaking down and learning note for note the bass part for a new song, instead of busking it. It's interesting hearing how, and why, a part is played. Don't forget some bass parts of famous tunes would have been suggested by some of the best producers in the industry....worth taking notice me'thinks. Just a thought......that's all -
[quote name='yanto' post='763352' date='Mar 3 2010, 09:00 PM']Did you look for the label in the bass?Would like to know what make it is-the wood looks very like sapele to me! Enjoy[/quote] Had a look inside last night, no label! Looks like it's had a few repairs over the years mind. Being a noob to DB, is sapele bad?
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