Silvia Bluejay Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 I would try and lighten up a bit, B, this is the only jokey thread on this subforum, really, as per Ped's request: [quote]You can simply throw your hat into the ring by saying ‘Hello’ or you can post something double bass related, be it interesting, funny or just weird.[/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stompbox Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 Got to give this a go as I've acquired a 4/4 Andreas Zeller " by accident" as it were - I had just sold a guitar & so had some - I'll not say SPARE cash, but as yet unused cash & heard of this bass for sale by an older bassist. I had to follow it up & met the guy - he was/is 82 years old & said he was finding it to much to carry & play it. I got the bass off him (it's only about 15/16 years old, not one he had for years & years). He seemed disconsolate at having to give up, so I loaned him my fretless bass guitar - I said thie electric bass may suit you instead. BLOW ME - HE'S BEEN & BOUGHT ONE AND A SMALL AMP & IS BACK OUT THERE - WHAT A GUY..... Geoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 [quote name='bassace' timestamp='1345815019' post='1781917'] Actually this thread is worthless, full stop. I was glad when a dedicated double bass forum was set up within BC. It started off so well but has now degenerated to juvenile crap such as this.[/quote] The juvenile crap such as this is filling the other DB threads as well then? Somehow I doubt it. You think this thread is worthless. I think it has worth. Why are you right? [quote name='bassace' timestamp='1345815019' post='1781917'] Is it possible that we can go back to some sensible DB conversation where we can all learn from each other, experts and newbies alike and improve our DB skills?[/quote] Just contribute to that, like many others do, despite what you write and suggest. This your outpouring of bile can't be helping very much though. [quote name='bassace' timestamp='1345815019' post='1781917'] Is it a coincidence that several experienced posters who offered valuable advice don't seem to be around much these days?[/quote] My guess: they thought things got too stuffy and they missed the juvenile crap, but then I've been known to be wrong about stuff. best, bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 Am I to understand that the stuffed badger was simply for comical effect..? To think that I spent several hours (and nearly missed a fascinating television programme on wild life...) in order to help a fellow musician, only to learn that it's all a jape..? I really don't understand why threads like this have to degenerate into frivolity. Serious subjects should, imho, remain serious. There is no place for larking about where badgers and basses are concerned. Thanks for your enlightenment, B; I shall have to be more discerning when offering advice in future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 It's not a joke. I really have a small stuffed badger stuck inside my bass. I believe it happened when we invited a hen party onstage in Weymouth a couple of weeks ago. I'm sorry that some people find this situation frivolous but I would like to retrieve said badger as he has sentimental value. The sound of the bass is unaffected, in case you were worried. On the plus side, I've just found a back scratcer that my wife bought me for Christmas a couple of years back, so I'm going to try to fish him out with that. I'll keep you posted.... Please note: Other threads in the forum may contain information of actual use to double bass players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 Tongs, mate, tongs. (...[i]dodges back into the undergrowth, whistling 'Tongs ain't wot they used to be'[/i]...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 [quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1345849723' post='1782525'] Tongs, mate, tongs. (...[i]dodges back into the undergrowth, whistling 'Tongs ain't wot they used to be'[/i]...) [/quote] See, I can get a pair of tongs in through the f hole, but there's not enough space to manipulate the tongs to grasp the badger. I'm feeling very hopeful about the back scratcher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1345911914' post='1783073'] See, I can get a pair of tongs in through the f hole, but there's not enough space to manipulate the tongs to grasp the badger. I'm feeling very hopeful about the back scratcher. [/quote] How about going to an electronics shop and get one of these flexible arms that they use to dig up electronics components for example in build projects? They're much like the one I described earlier, with a press button on one side, but with two or three tiny claws on the other side instead of a beak. They're genious for many things, and can be bought in different lengths. That, or tie a female badger to an electric bass (important it's not a DB) and wait for him to come out of the DB to get to [i]"know"[/i] her. best, bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted August 29, 2012 Share Posted August 29, 2012 (edited) The Badger is out!! The back scratcher was a roaring success - bass and the little fella both fine. Edited August 29, 2012 by TheRev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted August 29, 2012 Share Posted August 29, 2012 YAY!! Now make sure that The Black Rat hiding behind that beer mat can't fall in... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1346236878' post='1786765'] The Badger is out!!...[/quote] Well done, that man..! I was going to suggest a vacuum cleaner, but no longer necessary, it seems. We shall 'badger' you no longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fumps Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 [quote name='bluejay' timestamp='1346237267' post='1786772'] YAY!! Now make sure that The Black Rat hiding behind that beer mat can't fall in... [/quote] Shhhh we never talk about this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1346236878' post='1786765'] The Badger is out!![/quote] Congrats. A giant leap for badgerkind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted September 2, 2012 Share Posted September 2, 2012 Sooo... we need to know who's been funny/weird enough to win this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fumps Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 [quote name='bluejay' timestamp='1346584790' post='1790766'] Sooo... we need to know who's been funny/weird enough to win this [/quote] I think you should win Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Copy no 1 should go to TheRev, for keeping the thread Alive and Well and Living In ... a DB. Copy no 2 should go to the person who expressed this thread is worthless. It isn't, see. best, bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted September 3, 2012 Author Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi everyone. I've been pretty ill these last couple of days and have loads to catch up on so I'll do the draw and get the addresses of the winners ASAP, over the next couple of days. Remember you only had to say hello to enter and it's a draw from a hat, so good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Sorry to hear you've been unwell, Chris. No hurry for this, I was just bumping the thread because the Double Bass forum was a bit slow in the last few days. Get well soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Does anyone know where one could buy the book? Amazon don't seem to have any. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1346701559' post='1792185'] Does anyone know where one could buy the book? Amazon don't seem to have any. [/quote] Sarah Thomas's post No. 9 on page 1 gives the relevant link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbassist Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 I'm a bit late to the party but if it's not been drawn please put my name in the hat. Geoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted September 9, 2012 Author Share Posted September 9, 2012 Sorry it's taken a few days but I've just done the draw! Winners: Sarah Thomas John Elliot (via FB) Well done guys - PMs being sent now! Thanks for playing everyone, look out for more competitions soon! ped Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted September 9, 2012 Share Posted September 9, 2012 Congrats Sarah and John! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted September 9, 2012 Author Share Posted September 9, 2012 Actually Satah has a copy so I'll re-draw the second book tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah thomas Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 Still, I am thrilled to have won something and thanks, bluejay, for the congratulations! Perhaps I should have said 'don't include me in the draw as I already have this book,' but I thought 'Nah, what's the chance of winning anyway?' Just goes to show that the sun shines on the righteous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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