ubassman Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 [quote name='bobmartin' timestamp='1363862057' post='2018461'] I got mine, with an amp and passenger in a Citroen AX. The neck made for a nice armrest on long journeys. [/quote] This inspired me to start this thread ...thanks BobMartin ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubassman Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 (edited) With the end pin fully extended ...perfect for barbecuing marshmallows! Edited March 22, 2013 by ubassman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmartin Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I’m looking for a clip on light unit, so that I use it as a lamp stand. It’ll look quiet nice in the corner of my lounge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeponehandloose Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 i use mine as a fanny magnet.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owencf Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Round christmas i posted this one Fatback followed up with No replies. I wonder if you've breached some kind of DB taboo, there. A sort of lese majeste. Well,. I'm going to say I think it's cute. I might even do it myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Hat & coat stand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatback Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 [quote name='Owencf' timestamp='1363890793' post='2019066'] Round christmas i posted this one Fatback followed up with No replies. I wonder if you've breached some kind of DB taboo, there. A sort of lese majeste. Well,. I'm going to say I think it's cute. I might even do it myself. [/quote] And I did too. She looked fab, a right diva. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubassman Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 ...just loving the idea that the DB took the place of a your Christmas tree - thats real commitment to the cause that is !! ...brilliant !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubassman Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 ...I sense a competition this december for best decorated christmas tree bass !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myke Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 [quote name='keeponehandloose' timestamp='1363890380' post='2019060'] i use mine as a fanny magnet.... [/quote] I cried! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I often use mine to soak up spilt cider and to break the fall of p1$$ed punters who trip over the monitors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yanto Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 They make good sledges as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owencf Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 [quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1363910231' post='2019584'] I often use mine to soak up spilt cider and to break the fall of p1$$ed punters who trip over the monitors. [/quote] Hmm the cider i can use and encourage, the pi$$heads i cannot and do not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy109 Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 personal protection - fending off fiddle bow, guitars and banjo when playing single mic (all gets mighty close and personal). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatback Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Social ice-breaker. [i]Everybody [/i]talks to the db player. It's like having a dog but without needing the poop scoop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owencf Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I have noticed that people DO speak to you when you bus it... The classic "thats a big violin" or "i guess your not the drummer" and the most common "nice CELLO" ...try and fit this under your chin... no drums dont have strings and ITS NOT A FN CELLO I have little faith in some humans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 [quote name='Owencf' timestamp='1363973981' post='2020438'] I have noticed that people DO speak to you when you bus it... The classic "thats a big violin" or "i guess your not the drummer" and the most common "nice CELLO" ...try and fit this under your chin... no drums dont have strings and ITS NOT A FN CELLO I have little faith in some humans. [/quote]Unfortunately some people think they're natural stand up comedians. It is the duty of DB players to extend their end pins, drive it through the offender's foot and remind them that they should stick to their day jobs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubassman Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 [quote name='yanto' timestamp='1363943060' post='2019758'] They make good sledges as well [/quote] Very topical at the mo - we are snowed in in Derbyshire!! ....my misses says not to worry as at least we've got plenty of firewood ...I'm not sure what she means? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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bobmartin Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 [quote name='Owencf' timestamp='1363973981' post='2020438'] I have noticed that people DO speak to you when you bus it... The classic "thats a big violin" or "i guess your not the drummer" and the most common "nice CELLO" ...try and fit this under your chin... no drums dont have strings and ITS NOT A FN CELLO I have little faith in some humans. [/quote] I like to arrive at a gig with my double bass and amp, and squeezing through the crowded door, tell the attendant “I’m with the band”.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubassman Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 [quote name='bobmartin' timestamp='1363983321' post='2020642'] I like to arrive at a gig with my double bass and amp, and squeezing through the crowded door, tell the attendant “I’m with the band”.. [/quote] Who needs a DB and an Amp !! Loving the idea of blagging a way into a music venue for free ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leroybasslines Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 I've always fancied installing a drinks cabinet in the back of mine. Makes it a functional bit of furniture at home and handy for sneaky mid-gig drinks too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveFry Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 [quote name='ubassman' timestamp='1363979070' post='2020548'] [/quote] Ho ho , reminded me of ; [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPFwpjkJYsc[/media] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owencf Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 [quote name='ubassman' timestamp='1363979070' post='2020548'] [/quote] Peoples of Cork wish they had one. always get flooded by the Lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blinddrew Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 Loving the idea of the drinks cabinet inside. Not sure I've used the bass as anything other than a hat stand, but it does occur to me, appropos of nothing, that the hard case would be quite a convenient thing to transport a dead body in. Just sayin'... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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