stuckinthepod Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Hi all, I've just joined after months of reading lots of great threads. I'm a relative newbie to bass playing after 20 years playing guitar (I'm in my mid thirties). I started on bass after sitting in on bass during a jam 18 months ago and having a minor revelation. I love the role of a Bass player in a band context and only wished I'd done this earlier. I moved rapidly through an Epiphone SG to Overwater/Tanglewood Classic J and now using a Ibanez SRX530 as my main instrument with a TC BG500 combo. I joined a classic/hard rock covers band back in May and we have started gigging recently. I had zero live performance experience prior to joing the band despite always wanting to be in a band and perform. My learning curve has been a sharp one and playing in a band has been massively beneficial to my learning, playing abilities and confidence. Our third gig is on Saturday. I look forward to chatting with some of you in the near future. Cheers, Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Hi Ben - you just joined up with a great friendly crowd! Welcome to BC. Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madshadows Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Hi and welcome Ben John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 MB1. "A Local Welcome!" Benjamin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 You's messin' wid me head, Ben. Less than 24 hours ago, I wrote "Welcome, Ben!" to wenbainhouse, and now this. It's too complicated for me. Other than that: welcome, Ben! Sounds like you made the right choice several times. I hope you enjoy BC. best, [s]ben[/s] bert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckinthepod Posted September 11, 2014 Author Share Posted September 11, 2014 Thanks for the kind welcome all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSiberian Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Welcome to the forum Ben. Best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baceface Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Hi Ben. Nice to hear from someone not too far away. My sister used to live in Sale (just off Brooklands Rd). I still head out that way every now and again to visit Steve, aka Manchester Guitar Tech who is a cracking fettler of guitars and basses. You're a youngster compared to me and yet you're miles ahead in terms of gigging experience! Hope it continues to go well and that you enjoy the journey. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckinthepod Posted September 12, 2014 Author Share Posted September 12, 2014 Thanks Bareface. I've used Steve's tech services too, he's just down the road from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfunk Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Welcome. I see you're playing The Garrick, I used to play there a few years ago. Bass is best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckinthepod Posted September 12, 2014 Author Share Posted September 12, 2014 Thanks Bassface. Yes we have a date in January. I agree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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inthedoghouse Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Welcome aboard, Ben Like you, I was a long time lurker and spent hours just reading the forums for reviews etc before I joined up properly. It's a great place with lots of friendly people. Warning! Beware of the For Sale forums - it can cause major GAS leakage from your bank account! Have fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckinthepod Posted September 15, 2014 Author Share Posted September 15, 2014 Thanks inthedoghouse. I will avoid the For Sale section at all costs as I have some serious GASing at the moment. Got a Digitech Synth Wah last week and just picked up a bargain Morley Bad Horsie 2 on Ebay, primarily for guitar, but it may end up on the Bass pedalboard. Have needed to shield my eyes when reading the bank statement in recent months as I've invested in more and more gear for gigging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedoghouse Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 [quote name='stuckinthepod' timestamp='1410781270' post='2552967'] Thanks inthedoghouse. I will avoid the For Sale section at all costs as I have some serious GASing at the moment. Got a Digitech Synth Wah last week and just picked up a bargain Morley Bad Horsie 2 on Ebay, primarily for guitar, but it may end up on the Bass pedalboard. Have needed to shield my eyes when reading the bank statement in recent months as I've invested in more and more gear for gigging. [/quote] I'm sure you'll do your best to avoid the For Sale section but curiosity may get to you. It happens to all of us and then before you know it you're thinking hmmmmm and the GAS is turned on again For instance, I've just made a major purchase off here but I still find myself having a peek now and then (most days) But you're probably made of stronger stuff than I Good luck, Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckinthepod Posted September 15, 2014 Author Share Posted September 15, 2014 I very nearly bought a old Piano yesterday, this must stop. GAS. I readily acknowledge my weakness in this area and am seeking help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedoghouse Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 We'll support you as best we can then but we're all sufferers and prone to lapse ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushscored4 Posted April 7, 2018 Share Posted April 7, 2018 On 12 September 2014 at 11:37, stuckinthepod said: Thanks Bareface. I've used Steve's tech services too, he's just down the road from me. Me too, he's also just down the road from me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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