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EBS_freak

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  1. [quote name='ambient' timestamp='1453128833' post='2956615'] I tend to use Google, if I'm after a specific sound that I've heard on a recording. What sound are you after ? [/quote] I'm currently trying to cop the synth sounds in Starlight - Supermen Lovers. The opening synth sound (it's stacked with some sort of string pad (you can hear the LFO quite clearly), some sort of organ-esque vibe thing and something else that I haven't got anywhere near yet. I've got an approximation of but it's sounding cheesy. The break down bit seems to have a kind of oboe-esque thing going on (I'm sure that sound is off some cheap casio from my youth)... which I'm approaching. And the clav type sound I got nailed.
  2. [quote name='Count Bassy' timestamp='1453065320' post='2956140'] And, yes, with any nice gear there is always the problem that it raises peoples expectations as to the quality of what you do, and with signatures there tends to be an expectation of style as well (at least to other bassists - Punters generally don't have a clue, and care even less). Needless to say, anyone who see's my gear and has expectations will be sorely disappointed! [/quote] The amount of times that I have face palmed when somebody brings out a 32" Status strung with 30s to play a function gig, with scooped EQ.... Doesn't really give you the bottom end that you'd want in a covers band.
  3. Hi BassTractor - what you suggest is pretty much where I'm at. I've got very close to some synth sounds and then there's times where I can never seem to even get in the same ball park. But yeah, I've spent days (even weeks) as opposed to hours to tweaking the synth sounds. In fact, I've already set tonight (and probably way into the early hours) aside for another tinkering session. I wouldn't say I'm a novice in terms of knowing what synths do... but what I am aware of, is that there are lots of guys better than I am at hearing a sound and being able to say something like, I'm hearing these particular wave forms, and this number of LFOs etc... or say, yeah, thats 3 stacked synth sounds. I guess that's where I want to train my ear to be better at recognising what I am hearing. Not saying I'm going to be a savant or anything - but would like to be better at it. As you say, it may be best just to continue as I am and hoping that the skill develops naturally over time. If I can get this skill up to the level where I'm already at with the rest of mixing in logic, I'd be happy - I just feel that this is the bit which is dragging for me. For originals it's not so bad... but when trying to recreate... that's where I'm not so happy with my performance. As for delays - defo, I've figured that a lot of famous synth sounds - especially stuff from the 80s - is reliant on them. In fact, I've kinda switched from being a reverb guy to a delay guy as a consequence.
  4. Hmm... there's loads of guys on some forums that I am on who have been pretty damn good at nailing some famous synth sounds on EXS24. I can get with where you are coming from though.
  5. Has anybody got any tips on how to recreate synth sounds, typically in Logic. I'm looking to train my ear and am looking for any useful tips/advice/tutorial which would aid my progress. At the moment, my methods seems to revolve around fluke and trial and error. I'm sure I can be more pragmatic about my approach - any recommendations greatly appreciated.
  6. What a cool story and a fantastic looking bass. Thanks for sharing... good luck with the sale and all that... not one for me as I'd never play it - but I love it all the same.
  7. [quote name='peted' timestamp='1452875226' post='2954364'] I bought a Shuker based on merit of Dan Veall's endorsement. Does that count? [/quote] You know what, forums are probably responsible for a lot of sales. Look at what forums did for Barefaced... and speaking of Dood, the bass community probably would not have even heard of a certain wireless system if he hadn't have brought it to attention.
  8. What we should all do is order said cab. Should help them focus their attentions a bit better...
  9. Think that's one for the service department at Ashdown...
  10. Funnily enough, I was reading through the Fodera artists page earlier... ...and was staggered to find I hardly knew any of the names. And so I clicked through/googled some of the names and where there were active websites, found that quite a few of these artists weren't pictured with Foderas. (not so much the first page but the others... I think Fodera is like a mystical coveted item... you know, you've made it into a certain private members club if you have one... and nobody is really committed to saying how good they really are... or aren't. I certainly wasn't impressed with the sanding marks I found on the couple I played at the Epifani stand in Frankfurt.
  11. what frequency ranges are your wireless running on?
  12. [quote name='Count Bassy' timestamp='1452783549' post='2953480'] Not read the whole thread, so probabbly already said: Although a 'signature' wouldn't make me want to buy a model for that reason it does mean that there is a wider variation of models out there to choose from. I had never heard of Stu Hamm untill I waws researching medium/short scale basses, but ended up with a Fender Stu Hamm Urge (Mk1) anyway. Not because of the name, but because of the combination of features it offered, in particular it being a top quality 32", 24 fret. Would Fender have made this without some sort of endorsement? Who knows? [/quote] Would you prefer it if the name of your instruments wasn't named after Stuart Hamm? But you are probably right, Fender probably would not have made this instrument if it wasn't for Stuart Hamm... but I'd be with you - my interest in these basses has been down to their specifications rather than the name attached to it. In fact, one of the reasons I haven't bought a Kingbass is because I don't want to be in that pool where people assume I play a certain way because of the bass that I use...
  13. [quote name='Rich' timestamp='1452774514' post='2953307'] I hadn't, up until now... [/quote] Oops. Sorry!
  14. [quote name='Rich' timestamp='1452774201' post='2953298'] And I'm very grateful to him [/quote] I suspect the Future Impact may put an end to that gravy train!
  15. Talking of Sire... anybody else think of the ends of one of these when looking at the logo...?
  16. [quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1452770508' post='2953230'] Dave Swift doesn't like Lull basses. [/quote] What is it that is not to like? They are remakes of standard basses, most of which, in one format or another are in his arsenal...?
  17. Question following CW Youtube viewing - Is CamdenRob wanting a Vanderklay or a Zon yet?
  18. [quote name='Machines' timestamp='1452768837' post='2953201'] I did buy some Aguilar pickups based on Dave Swift's use of them though. [/quote] Ooh - interesting. Tell us more about this? You bought them unheard based on DS' use of them? Or was it hearing him on recordings? Or on TV?
  19. [quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1452769181' post='2953205'] Yeah, I may keep an eye out for one in Japan where they're reasonably priced and get it shipped over to China once I have some spare cash. Until now, the Spector has been doing a pretty good job of filling that gap. [/quote] Import from Canada is where it's at.
  20. [quote name='molan' timestamp='1452730098' post='2953032'] I think you're totally missing the point of artist endorsements here. There are a minority of people who may buy something because they just love that individual player but it's really not that many people. However, lots of people will buy stuff because they are used by people they know and respect. Seeing something that's used by top gigging players week in week out is a huge sign of appreciation to many people. They understand and/or believe the players use the gear because it doesn't break and it sounds good. The small minority of bassists that spend time here on BC analysing stuff to death may well not 'get' endorsements but they really don't represent that many 'real world' players. I'd estimate that at least 75% of the people who walk through the door at the shop have either never heard of BC or have a vague knowledge that it exists but never actually visit. However, ask them about top 'name' players and they are far more interested and engaged. [/quote] I don't think I'm missing the point - we agree on the fact that it's the collection of endorsers rather than an individual player that provides any marketing clout for a brand. You smack the nail on the head where you say - "There are a minority of people who may buy something because they just love that individual player but it's really not that many people." - with MK being the only player that I can think of that has the power as an individual to shift a brand. Thats the point I was making at the start of the thread. [quote] There's also a huge misconception about the supposedly free or super-cheap prices endorsees get on equipment. I've personally 'brokered' several deals for some very high profile bassists and the discounts aren't that great, often the same price a shop would get and some even pay more than basic trade prices. [/quote] I know - there are very few players with endorsements that are actually given gear. As you'll know doubt know, It's either on loan, supplied at an artist discount rate - which as you state, can be pretty poor, or if you are at the very, very top... free gear, although this latter category is more like, wherever you are in the world, we'll make sure there's one of our rigs available for you to use, hence taking away a lot of hassle or playing through unknown rigs etc. Again, the size of the company also has a massive influence on whether you are likely to get bigger discount or freebies. (Think Fender vs some backstreet cottage industry business - although to be fair, it can be a lot harder to get endorsements of any note with the larger companies). It also depends upon the product, you are more likely to get free strings/pedals than free anything else, although in reality, for the majority of artists, it's an artist rate on string, which typically range between 35%-75% of rrp... or if you are in a big enough band and starting a tour, you may get a box of strings through to see you through that tour.
  21. [quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1452756257' post='2953092'] Endorsements definitely help shift product, no question about it. Especially for a brand that wants to establish it's credibility to a particular niche market. I've been reluctant to get a Yammie BBNEII even though they're cracking basses because of the Nathan East connection. [/quote] The BBNE2 is a fantastic bass - you should go for it. I deeply miss mine. The only thing on it is the BB EAST inscription on the 12th fret... unlike other signatures which have a cheesy signature on the headstock.
  22. Modulus = Gordo for me... Although that may be more Stateside than over here.
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