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    So, last night I played my first gig with an upright bass.... I've owned it for about 6 weeks, but picked it up quite quick and feel very comfortable playing it... It was only for a couple of songs during my original set but they were quite involved parts so feel quite proud of myself..... Anyway..the point of this post was the sound issues I encountered... The bass is nothing amazing, it's a Stentor solid top that I spent £950 on, it sounds great unplugged.....I decided to spend extra for the pickup and bought a realist, which again sounded great during practice at home and the rehearsal.. When I got it on stage I encountered some amazing feedback and resonance issues!...I'd read about these on some other posts which is part of the reason I spent on the pickup.... I ended up tying a towel really tight around the strings behind the bridge but the sound guy still had to do some serious eq frequency cutting to sort it out. He also ended up using an XLR splitter from my amp so he could have separate channels for upright and electric. (this seemed like a really good idea but was inevitably the last idea he came up with)! Anyway, I was just wondering if you more experienced DB players could shed some more light on how to get around these issues as I will be doing quite regularly from now! Any advice will be much appreciated! Dave
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    what a hugely underwhelming review.....!
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    Trying to finish an essay on influential bass techniques and I can't for the life of me think who the first and most prominent person to use this style was! I associate the style with Pino but surely there was someone before that?! Any help would be hugely appreciated! Dave
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    [quote name='faceman' post='1115465' date='Feb 4 2011, 03:37 PM']Attached are some 'before' photos, stock as I picked it up yesterday! It looks beautiful as it is now actually. I'm mainly going to the Pino look but the Duck Dunn sound. Obviously they similar as they are both flatwound, traditional groove sounds but Dunn has more bite to his Just been to the Bass Gallery and had a look at the La Bella and TI flats but not willing to spend £45/47 on a pair of strings. On the phone to Status to try and get some in the post today! And thanks Steve but want to keep the neck as it is, for the moment.[/quote] Forgive my possible ignorance here but, is that Fiesta red? looks a lot like candy apple in the pics?
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    ....well doesn't he look like a dude with his little thumb protector on.......MAN UP! ....and lose the mullet! *rant over*
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    I was close to buying a 55-02 (I know it's the higher model but still), and didn't in the because of the low B string...TBH I'm a real stickler for a good feeling low B and too many of them (including Fender V's and the Laklands) just don't feel even with the rest of the strings. I don't wanna have to play the B any different to the A for example. In the end I stumped up a little more cash and bought a used Sei 5, which has an awesome B! I haven't played one of the US ones but the players I know who have really don't think there is a great difference in the playability or sound to that of the Skyline. I have to say tho, I love generally love the sound and feel of Laklands and still can't get the thought of owning one out of my mind!...maybe a 4 string!
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    the note isn't that bad.... there are much worse he could have hit, like the G right next to it!
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    If you decide to sell I would jump all over it!
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    up! would make a lovely xmas present!
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    Bump!
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    Where are you based Gazza? I have an acoustic bass for sale at the moment, you're more than welcome to come and try it....I'm in Berkhamsted, just off M25 J20 [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=108878&st=0&p=1007530&#entry1007530"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=...p;#entry1007530[/url] Dave
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    I would have to say Pino Palladino Rocco Prestia Aston 'Family man' Barrett I would say these 3 guys influence are clear in my playing..... However.....Sting was a huge reason for me taking up the bass as I was a vocalist beforehand....I know a lot of people hate him as a person but I love his writing and his playing!
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    still up for sale! potential buyer dropped out.....price negotiable!
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    bump!
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    Thanks B! Item now sold pending.... thanks for interest Dave
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    Tuesday Bump!
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    Thanks Neepheld! good description!..... Gonna give this a few days on here and then stick it on the 'Bay i guess....
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    Acoustic Bump!
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    I'm in Berkhamsted...just off J20 of the M25
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    Sold pending the usual.... Karl you have 1st dibs!
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    bump!
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    I am selling my E-MU 0404 USB 2.0 audio interface as I have recently upgraded. As new condition except for a small mark on the top of the unit. All spec and product description can be found here..... [url="http://http://www.emu.com/products/product.asp?category=610&subcategory=611&product=15185"]http://www.emu.com/products/product.asp?ca...p;product=15185[/url] Included in the box is the audio interface, power cable and USB cable... not included is the software bundle: software bundle (this isn't needed if you use cubase or logic etc), manual and quickstart guide. manuals and tutorials can be downloaded for free from the website. You can also download the most current drivers and firmware for free from the website... Collection or delivery ( postage costs will be added on) Looking for £70 ono Dave
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    For sale is my AKG WMS40 SR40 stationary receiver.... I have had this from new for 4 years....it was a bit of a spur of the moment purchase due to the band i was playing in at the time being very energetic. Included is 1 SR40 stationary receiver, 1 input bug, 1 power supply unit, 1 sidepart (this is the plastic cover for the input bug, there were 2 but one has been misplaced), 1 screwdriver. has both balanced XLR output and unbalance 1/4 inch jack output. This is a fantastic system which is just not getting enough use from me anymore.. The system is ideal for those in lively bands and it is actually very liberating not to have a lead attached to you! the range is good, being able to go about 10 metres away from the amp before you start to get latency. (could be more but i've never gone further)! Sound Quality is great, there is adjustable squelch on the back of the unit to make sure you get interference free reception. There is also an adjustable volume on both the unit and the input bug. the unit is extremely light so as not to add too much weight to your rig. The unit is no good to me anymore as i tend to do sessions or function band work, both of which seem to frown upon bass players running about! No instruction book (can't remember if there ever was one) but you really don't need one. It is all pretty idiot proof tbh! The unit can be rack mounted if you have a 19" rack but i never tried that. Collection preferred, but am willing to post it. Postage costs will be added. Looking for £65 ono for this. get in touch if you want to know anything else.... Dave
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    For sale is my Crafter GAB-24S Acoustic bass guitar. I have owned the bass from new for about 4 years but it has only ever been used for a gig once and sparingly for practice. Specs: Sitka solid spruce top, Rosewood back and sides, headway preamp, Abalone dot markers, Abalone soundhole inlay. The bass is in very good condition with just a couple of small marks (see pics). Pulled it out to have a play the other day and it sounds great, really clear acoustic tone.The onboard pre amp is very effective as well with bass, mid, treble and scoop. Also has phase button and a mute button. (the pic showing the back of the body is not showing marks, it just needs a clean, which i wil do obviously) This is a great bass for anyone who does a lot of acoustic work (unlike me)! it's also great for practice if you're in a place where you can't plug in and turn up! Comes with a good quality hard case...the case has seen better days (handle is currently gaffa'd on) but is does it's job and protected the bass really well when it was in the hold on a plane to Jamaica! Don't think this model is available anymore which is a shame.... You're more than welcome to come and try the bass if you would like....Collection is preferred but i'm willing to meet up if it's a reasonable distance. reluctant to post but won't rule that option out as a last resort. Looking for £180 ono Dave
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    [quote name='martthebass' post='974594' date='Oct 1 2010, 08:40 PM']Was this one of the first ones with the oiled neck? I had a 1990 a few years back which maybe was one of the last with a satin laquer all over. Lovely bass btw.[/quote] I'm not sure tbh, my Stingray history isn't good....Gigged the bass all thru the weekend in 3 different situations and i gotta say it was just fantastic...really sits well in the mix (especially a bluesy/funk setting with the mutes on the E and slightly on A) The bass really cut through better than my 5 string Sei....Why is that with older basses?! Also enjoying the simplicity of the 2 band eq! otherwise i spend the whole gig fiddling with onboard pre amps!
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