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[quote name='Linus27' post='962515' date='Sep 20 2010, 06:35 PM']I think w*&%*r is the best choice for a british insult.[/quote] As used by Parminder Nagra (Dr Neela Rasgotra) in ER on more than one ocassion I seem to remember.

That is quite [i]ridicolous[/i] Could at least offer free postage at that price?

Kings of Leon - Molly's Chambers. The Beatles - Twist & Shout. So easy I never bothered making notes for any of these.

[quote name='TimR' post='960847' date='Sep 18 2010, 11:59 PM']BUT the drummer had really good feel, control and dynamics. I spoke to him after the gig. He also plays guitar. Maybe it should be law that drummers learn a musical instrument. Maybe it should be law that musicians spend some time behind a drum kit. Bit like the car drivers v motorcyclists argument.[/quote] Good point. Our drummer has started to learn guitar, and is also getting into orchestral parts. Unfortunately even though I like drums I'm quite bad on them, but again good point. As a biker I think it would be great if every car driver had to take the motorbike CBT.

Our drummer commented recently that a lot of drummers start loued and then develop a technique so they can play quieter when needed. He admits to playing loud in his early days. Maybe some drummers haven't got past this stage yet?

Lemonrock £10 a year (I think), job done. But you didn't want to hear that did you?

Try These [attachment=58966:drum_pads.jpg]

[quote name='Lorne' post='954218' date='Sep 12 2010, 11:35 PM']Thanks,I will have to update this picture at some point soon,3 of those basses have left,several others have arrived and the settee has left as well. It would be nice to have all of them here at the same time to get pictures of 'em though [/quote] That's all very well, but you have not updated us on the small fluffy cute teddys. Do you still own any of them as well?

[quote name='merello' post='921012' date='Aug 10 2010, 09:30 PM']Guy Pratt - stay out of this, you play Fenders! [/quote] I didn't know Gut Pratt was a Basschatter, or is this some joke aimed a Fender players? BTW I've tried a Warwick and although I like the look they are not for me.

Despite my earlier attempt at humour about playing on dark stages I just used my fretless to play along with some of the songs from our set for a chnage. Ok its an Aria and not my usual Ray so its feels quite different an sounds different. It's lined so makes playing easier. I'm no newb on the fretless but quite often feel I don't get enough out of it. Anyway I will have to gig it a bit more. This thread has given me the inspiration to go for it. I'll still take my Ray along for the odd song or two.

Hi & welcome to the forum. Always good the hear about bass players doing the vocals as well. I got the hang of backing ok but take my hat off to anyone who does the lead vocals as well. I've always fancied a go and I have a song in mind. Enjoy the forum, it gets a bit addictive!

[quote name='Colledge' post='956284' date='Sep 14 2010, 05:43 PM']my question is do you think there are any situations where a fretless bass should never be used?[/quote] On a very dark stage!

[quote name='parker_muse' post='955445' date='Sep 13 2010, 09:47 PM']Here is a picture. It has alpha eminence speakers rated at 8 ohms each - they're non-original i believe. I'm not sure the input jack is in the original place either.[/quote] If it is what I thought it was then there isn't much left. The originial bi-amp top box was enclosed & had a 150w amp in it to drive the speakers. Could be a custom job on the original to make it an extension cab instead of the original powered cab.

[quote name='parker_muse' post='955371' date='Sep 13 2010, 08:56 PM']It's the first time i've heard anything that it could be. I've tried to find it on the net with no result.[/quote] Post a shot of it's rear end and I'll tell you. From memory there should be a jack input and a volume control. The range probably didn't last long and I bough mine new around 1993. It's was used with the old TNT50 that had a crossover control and 2 outputs for high & low. The low went back into into the combo cab via the power amp in and the high went into the top cab. I've had a quick look and can't find any images. Unfortunately I don't have a photos of me with my rig from those days, only fond memories.

The top cab looks like its's from the old bi-amped enabled TNT150 that you could by as an plug in extra? I used to have one years ago and it really complemented the 15" Blackwidow equipped TNT150.

The Ramones version of [i]What A Wonderful World[/i] is a driving 8th note root bass line, best played with a pick. That was the last time I came across such a song, to play at least. It is an exercise in restraint and aiming to get all the notes played with a consistant feel.

[quote name='joerattray' post='949033' date='Sep 8 2010, 12:58 AM']Not trying to be a dick but I don't think its a triplet on the 4th beat of a lot of the bars there. It sounds very clearly like four semiquavers. Big fan of Bruce Thomas' work with the Attractions, particularly the stuff on This Year's Model and Armed Forces.[/quote] You are no dick. I have had a listen and you are right. Sounds like the G# is doubled up. Feels a bit busy, but I'm probably used to playing the triplets!

[quote name='lonestar' post='948947' date='Sep 7 2010, 10:44 PM']Great tab I've really enjoyed playing this in a previous band too.[/quote] Thanks. I like to get my students playing this one. It moves around the fretboard and between different positions. Also they have to work out the key change. BTW before anyones comments I just had another look and the first chord for the Mid 8 should be G#m, not Abm. At least the tabs ok!

[quote name='goblin' post='948840' date='Sep 7 2010, 09:23 PM']little finger [/quote] Mostly [quote name='dood' post='948855' date='Sep 7 2010, 09:36 PM']It depends on what I have played before it and and where I need to go after![/quote] Sometimes, so both

[attachment=58345:Olivers_Army_Bass.jpg] Here it is. I've played this many times over the years and it's a great bass line. I've used a hybrid of tab & notation so you get the rhythm correct. It's quite easy to learn. Once you've got the pattern you can work out the key change easily enough. Enjoy. BTW I have also looked for a tab out of curiosity and there isn't one.

I'm sure you'll get a good few comments about right hand technique and a strong wrist action for your pull-off exercises! Seriously though I'm sure someone has some good exercises to help you on your way. Pull-offs are a usefull technique even if they aren't used as much as hammer-ons.