Mykesbass

Any of these the right size: [url="http://www.adamhall.com/en/Recessed_Castors.html"]http://www.adamhall.com/en/Recessed_Castors.html[/url]

[quote name='drTStingray' timestamp='1450376762' post='2932237'] I also thought MK had done session work in the 80s (possibly Nick Kershaw?) - around the time of the princes trust concert (incidentally at which you can see McCartney clearly quizzing MK about his technique when McCartney is on singing - I think in the last song) - I stand to be corrected however re Nick kershaw session. [/quote] Yep, All Music Guide which is usually pretty thorough, has him listed on The Riddle.(update, just checked my vinyl copy, he is listed as special guest on the track Easy).

It sort of grew on me. As a guitarist I was never into the whole limelight game, played rhythm guitar in an 18 piece big band for years, then when that was over I picked up a bass and it just grew from there. I had previously dabbled at the age of 12 with double bass lessons at school.

He was house bassist for the Prince's Trust All-Stars back in the day: [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECqW4pt6-JQ"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECqW4pt6-JQ[/url]

My Favourite: [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8qE6WQmNus"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8qE6WQmNus[/url] As for worst, got to be Mistletoe and Wine

Oh yes, and never managed to learn a single word of Swedish - you guys are way too good (even if you do have American accents)!!

Hi Pelle, Orebro looks like it is in the middle of nowhere! Used to love visiting your country for work, mainly Malmo, but I did get to Gothenburg once. Plenty of rugby fans on here, but you may be the first Swede to list it as an interest!! Welcome to the forum, Mike

Just realised - is this one and the same guitarist: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/274696-help-with-a-new-guitar/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/274696-help-with-a-new-guitar/[/url] ? So he knows nothing about guitars but knows exactly what "his tone" is? If so, your problem is greater than I originally thought

A big part of the trouble with that tone is that he probably has no idea how it sounds in the mix. I'll never forget the first time I experienced this, a band had set up, all great gear, triggered drums, as each one of them did a line check the volume was huge. As soon as they started the first number it was as if someone had thrown a switch - the perceived sound level dropped leaving almost unaccompanied screaming vocals. Try recording the band from the back of the room so he can hear what the audience will be hearing - hopefully he won't be able to hear himself which is when you can reinforce the new eq message.

Here's the current line-up, nothing as nice looking as yours, but all around the £250 to £350 mark [url="http://www.espguitars.co.jp/grassroots/"]http://www.espguitars.co.jp/grassroots/[/url]

[quote name='Nicko' timestamp='1450188111' post='2930372'] We started off as a "post punk" band, quickly descended into indie and alternative due to lack of recognisable material. I think the drummer is a hard rock fan, the guittard is a blues player who has little musical knowledge outside that genre (except that he doesn't like britpop). [/quote] I'm struggling to see how you got to where you are now from this. Did you form the band together? Are there just the three of you? I'd start with the market - what do the local pubs want - and then build a set list around this, avoiding anything that any of the members really can't stand. Forget genres, as has often been said, there are only two types of music...

Short answer to original post - yes

[quote name='DUPS' timestamp='1450077860' post='2929272'] Then I found this on the back of the bridge unit. Was wondering what ''Pat.P" stands for? But relieved to see Chushin - Made in Japan on it. [/quote] Quite simply, Patent Pending.

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1449936883' post='2928183'] There are no people who are 'household names' as bassists. [/quote] This. I think the nearest two that have been mentioned are Suzi Quatro, because it was so different, and her being small really made the bass obvious, and Mark King, as his bass playing was such a prominent part of the act. But yes, as above with Discreet's post, knock on 10 doors and ask what instrument these two played and I doubt too many would know. Just given me an idea for a pub quiz question, will try it the next time I do one, and see how many get it (and report back).

Another mention for Bruce Thomas - some very, very tasty bass lines in those Attractions recordings.

Tells you when to change strings - now that will be fun among us bass players! It is a great piece of kit, better than those Gibson self tuning guitars.

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1449845096' post='2927461'] Klaus Voormann ... [/quote] Great call!

Is there enough bass before the strings and horns for this obvious but iconic choice? [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJV2pWFyfn4"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJV2pWFyfn4[/url]

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1449838112' post='2927344'] Aaw, come on! This is Basschat - we can compare anything with anything else!! [/quote]

[quote name='Annoying Twit' timestamp='1449787601' post='2926964'] The really are different things. Comparing apples and oranges comes to mind. [/quote] More than that, as both bands changed so drastically over the years. You can't really compare vocally "Can't Explain" with "Won't Get Fooled Again" and likewise you can't do it with "Love Me Do" with "A Day in the Life"

I've had great results from a Tascam DR07. Once you get positioning and levels right they're great - certainly good enough for rehearsals or pub demos.