OliverBlackman

Exclusive transcriptions maybe a good idea. The only problem is making it enjoyable for all levels of playing.

I sold my SR4. And I've been pining for it back since! Unfortunately money means its not possible right now, but I'm looking at the Indonesia range. They look good.

[quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1341138835' post='1714130'] I'm not usually one for using books to improve (I've just never got round to it actually) but I may start. Having the notation as well as the tab sounds like a really handy feature, I hate tabs but I'm not at the level of being able to read sheet music, that sounds like it could help this. [/quote] Don't use anything with TAB to help you learn to sight reading, it won't help because you'll find yourself referring to the TAB all the time. If you want to practice reading make sure its with just notation. There is no other way to do it than jump in at the deep end. Just make sure you get some easy dots (pop, rock songs) and practise it, without stopping, with a metronome at a slow tempo. That is real reading. My advice will be to look at Mike Nichols and Phil Mulfords rock n read book. And then at a slightly higher level Rich Applemans book is good [quote name='Josh' timestamp='1341142925' post='1714196'] So far I can't think of any disadvantages at all. It's really easy to navigate between the chapters and you can place a bookmark as well if you want to remember where you are. Another advantage is that you won't be able to lose it as it's saved to your iTunes and won't take any space on the floor and it won't get damaged. I honestly can't think of any disadvantages other than not having either an iPhone/iPod/iPad but Stuart does offer the physical copy via his website [url="http://www.basslinepublishing.com"]www.basslinepublishing.com[/url] [/quote] cheers, i needed some quotes on apps for my dissertation, hope this is ok to use?

Hi-hat side. That's where the subdivisions are

Hi Josh, could you give me any advantages and disadvantages you've found from using an ibook over a traditional paper book?

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1341133590' post='1714042'] sorry Chris i have to respectfully disagree with your first comment.... i have a theory that most things that are good never come easy... a good left hand technique or finger/hand position is not necessarily right for the body... and going for the most comfortable position is not always the right way... falling in to that trap can lead to lazy techniques imo... sounds very strict but music accommodates music not the body.. [/quote] Agreed. With the left hand you want the thumb in the middle of the neck, pointing towards the headstock. It allows maximum comfort and movement. Really a good left hand technique should mean that you can use your left hand without your thumb touching any part on the neck. I've seen it many times where people have a weaker sound or restrict the articulation possibilities by having a poor position.

[quote name='kennyrodg' timestamp='1340975697' post='1712309'] It's the angled Jazz style pickup that's got me, I thought that was a Jazzman feature. Then again, the brand has only just started to induce GAS so I know absolutely nothing about them. Thanks for the replies chaps. [/quote] i think it was pre-95? that they had just one pickup slanted

thats an oldish thumb [url="http://www.flickr.com/photos/17729640@N08/2216144942/"]http://www.flickr.com/photos/17729640@N08/2216144942/[/url]

[quote name='Stratosphere' timestamp='1340791306' post='1709552'] Oliver, just lie about your age ... [/quote] unfortunately i look 15 years old, with or without stubble. Or fortunately, maybe one day looking young would be a good thing. But I'm certainly no flea lookalike. Too much hair haha

I think its better to learn theory with a tutor so they can show you how to relate theories to playing bass. Sometimes people read books and they know some theory, but they can't apply it.

[quote name='Chrismanbass' timestamp='1340643508' post='1707486'] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]just fyi thats the live room at resident studios in Willesden Green, nice sound mate i used to play with Josh (your drummer) when he did the master performance at Tech [/font] [/quote] haha sick! I'm there on sunday. Seems to be a good sound

[quote name='TomKent' timestamp='1340629225' post='1707232'] I did a workshop last time, think it was too far out of the way for people to get to though. I'm happy enough bringing a giant stack and some basses along! [/quote] jam? I'll bring my little MarkBass combo and a Tokai

[quote name='silddx' timestamp='1340448165' post='1704533'] Why don't you buy the mag? [/quote] Because i only wanted to read 2 pages. If it make me seem an arsehole I'm sorry. Was just trying to save some money.

Hi guys, would anybody be able to do me a massive favour and scan Stefan Redtenbacher's column in the June issue. Should be the one about chops. It would be a great help and I will eternally grateful Ollie

Aren't the AV fender copies passive whereas the AC's are active? forgot to mention different sourcing and most likely different ageing of woods used.

[quote name='JakeBrownBass' timestamp='1340308401' post='1702778'] no one enjoy a bit of J5 then? [/quote] bass playing was good, i just felt the singer copped out of too many high parts and that it was lacking texture, i.e.. Could have done with 3 or 4 B.V's. But thats just minor things that would turn it from a good performance into a great. It's difficult for me because I'm a big MJ fan and the 'This is it' recordings were perfection as far as i'm concerned. You have a fantastic opportunity though to play some great songs on a lengthy tour, a gig I doubt many would turn down.

[quote name='charic' timestamp='1340281942' post='1702205'] I reckon this isn't quite true [/quote] Well when your choices are searching for references on google or analysing questionnaire results, its my pick of the two. Although I'll do a few, and then think "I'll just do the rest during the football." Get invited to the pub, watch the game, go out and then wake up the next morning thinking, "damn, still got to do that bloody dissertation."

Hi guys, just collected the results and I can't believe how many of you took part! The answers look nice and varied from a brief glance and I'm looking forward to analysing them over them weekend. Thanks again, your all fantastic

will be doing some in august following my graduation from ACM. I will be based in Market Harborough but could travel for a higher rate.

[quote name='Lewk' timestamp='1340185191' post='1700472'] just having a wonder on how many of us have taken that next step from bieng just a customer. any bad experiences with companys etc? Ive bin with lakland for quite a while now there a bunch of great guys Dan Lakin and the hanson guys after the takeover heres the link for me... [url="http://lakland.com/luke-weston.htm"]http://lakland.com/luke-weston.htm[/url] p.s. this isnt me boasting at all im just very proud of myself to be honest [/quote] nice! [quote name='SlapbassSteve' timestamp='1340190758' post='1700612'] I'm not endorsed but it's something I'd love to look into- how does one go about getting an endorsement? [/quote] usually after doing tv work you can apply through dealers or the company direct. [quote name='jaydentaku' timestamp='1340195086' post='1700749'] So endorsement doesn't mean free then? Unless you are called geddy lee [/quote] Its usually an artist discount. For example Aguilar's is 50% off. Some endorsements are just material costs, and some are free.

last push guys! ending this at midnight

[quote name='silddx' timestamp='1340039804' post='1698120'] Done. And don't put an apostrophe in videos again, ok? [/quote] won't do. Cheers silddx

thanks everyone who's participated thus far! Survey monkey counts it as 64 people have done it so i'm going to hold out until wednesday to get a few more