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This post is completely pointless. You don't like Rickenbacker basses then, I love them................................

RocNroller R12 all terrain, used it for years as I have a back problem, very good bit of kit.

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The other side of this is could any of the eeerrrrmmm so called voices on The Voice sing in a true live situation, with a band or orchestra etc. I think the vocalist from the 70's would have no problem with either of these real singing opportunity.

I have no idea, so go on then why?

I think the main thing is to mute with your fretting fingers. If you use a pick you can mute by resting your hand on the strings near the bridge. I find the best way to get the sort of thing I think you are after (sound wise) is to kind of kill the sound with your fretting hand the best eg in the videos above is Entwistle look what he does to stop the sound. Not sure if this will help, but you never know

Steven Wilson 4 1/2 very good indeed.

[quote name='pete.young' timestamp='1481370052' post='3191790'] To be fair, this is normal for most Sousaphones or so I've been led to believe! We are not worthy! They are a great band, you must have played to a very high standard. [/quote] Why thank you sir

BBb Tuba, I used to say this was my first instrument but due to health issues I don't play for bands any more, although I do still have my own Tuba and have a blow now and again.. I used to Play for Yorkshire Imps. I would say nowadays Bass Guitar, guirat, uke and drums has taken over.

[quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1481029896' post='3189087'] The h looked a bit like a flat when read on an iPhones little screen [/quote] I see now.

[quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1480958052' post='3188427'] I read this as "guitarists E flat" [/quote] ?

[quote name='Phil Starr' timestamp='1480935307' post='3188105'] The title Moonlight Sonata wasn't Beethoven's. I once read that is was written because he had an unrequited crush on one of his pupils, to whom it is dedicated. He wasn't commissioned to write it either which is interesting. It has a terrible beauty to me moving on to a rather disturbed and agitated passion, terribly sad and shading into madness. He broke the rules of the classical sonata in writing it that way with the build up towards the end. I'm not sure I'd ever listen to the guitarist playing it again, just pointing out the virtuosity in one of her party pieces. [/quote] Absolutely spot on that man, well said.

Fantastic playing if that is your thing, although a little dated. I may be wrong but, isn't Moonlight Sonata about the night, quite time of the day, a time to relax. This version seems a little heavy for my idea of a "Sonata" but that is just me.

Never wanted, nor tried to learn slap, never found it of any use or interest myself. I believe if you really want something you can learn it, but like all things music it's never easy and if you are not fully sold on the idea maybe the reason you find it hard to progress. Hard work and practice, should be the musicians motto.

Doh!!! Ta very glad BIGd

Perhaps it to early for me but, I just don't get it?? Maybe I'm being a bit dense, please explain or I'll get no sleep tonight

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1477875009' post='3165022'] So you get £160 ACS plugs for £30? Do you have to be an MU member first? [/quote] NNnnnnnnoooooo they just take you on your word.....................................NOT!!

After everybody's recommendations I have gone a little my own way. I have for years used a Reunion Blues gig bag for guitar, and my wife also has one for her Cornet. Not sure why didn't look these up in the first place. Although this bag isn't the best if you are carrying more than just you instrument, the protection these offer is bomb proof. [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ak1K4CpOI5s"]https://www.youtube....h?v=Ak1K4CpOI5s[/url] Again thanks everyone for the input. Ta very glad BIGd

thanks for the info, I shall do some searching and reading on line from your recommendations Ta very glad BIGd

I'm thinking of getting a gig bag, problem is I haven't looked at gig bags for years. As my basses are quality instruments, I need something that will offer ultimate protection. It will be used to move instruments from house to car, car to rehearsal/gig venue. No public transport travel, or even walking very far. I would like shoulder straps please. So words of experience, reviews good and bad, tales of woe or the best thing since sliced bread will be greatly appreciated. All replies on the left wing of a dead dodo please Ta very glad BIGd