Billy Apple Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Me, Stuart and the new baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2elliot Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1457820880' post='3002157'] Me, Stuart and the new baby. [/quote] Fantastic photo!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldman Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Just on me way, first stop Micheal Manring then wallet out, well card anyway..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afterimage Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Was a great show very enjoyable just wish a few more amp vendors were there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fihermanmusician Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 All credit to Bass Guitar Magazine for a brilliant day & atmosphere. Was there the full day and took in all the main stage shows and three of the master classes then topped off with the Jaco film. Gonna nominate Robert Trujillo for an Oscar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefbaker Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Managed to get in yesterday morning. Managed to talk to only a few people. I'll be there next year for a longer stint though. One thing I can say though is I'm the reason that fretless Enfield has a "sold" sticker on it. I can't do a NBD post yet as it's not in my hands and they need to change the pickguard. Did anyone else have a go on that stainless steel fingerboard fretless (Le Fay) It was gorgeous and surprisingly felt and sounded great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthedog Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) I bought a weekend ticket just for the masterclasses and stage shows, however, I am staying put at home today to play with my new amp. Notwithstanding that, yesterday was just superb, I went to all the master classes and two stage shows and each one was superb. Particular highlights were Freakbass and Micheal Manring. Micheal's music is so way off what I usually listen to / play, I went in with low expectations. Big mistake; listening to him play and the sounds / tones he can get from a bass was an amazing experience. What he can do with a bass is bordering on magical. Dave Swift and Suzi Quattro were entertaining but with limited insights for me. In terms of the performances, I saw Rhino and Trujillo. Rhino was a little meh (not my cup of tea and too many band mistakes), but Mass Mental were just fantastic. The first couple of tunes almost had me leave due to the volume and the impact it was having on my heart (I have arrhythmia), but literally risking life I stayed on and I am so glad I did. Unbeeffingleavable I is all I can say. To mix metal with funk in the way they did was just brilliant and to finish with Mark King on stage with them was a true finale. In terms of stands, there was plenty for me to look at, but I was not in a buying or trying mode, so did not touch anything. The five string Overwater Perception, did look good, however, as did some of the Gillett Electro Acoustics. I spent some time chatting with Stuart Spector, what a nice guy, Chris from Smoothound and a few random people throughout the day. All in all a great day and already looking forward to next year. Edited March 13, 2016 by Bobthedog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardd Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Met a few Bass chaters.Had a great chat we Dave Boonshoft Detailing why they Made the D751 over the D750.What a nice guy.Also loved the Quality of the Marvin guitars.nearly got me on to active Basses,Also the new Eich formally Tecamp , Amps and cabs ,Thomas Eich Another easy guy to chat too.Altogether a very enjoyable day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) Sounds like its been a great show so far. I'll be there next year at all costs!! There are rumblings that Martin Sim didn't end up attending due to a serious injury?! I spotted a few people on social media wishing him a fast recovery (which id like to echo!). I hope it wasn't anything to do with the wall collapse mentioned by Dave Swift on Friday! Edited March 13, 2016 by skej21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 Apparently Martin dropped a very large case containing several basses onto his arm breaking his wrist. He was still in hospital yesterday awaiting an operation as there were many splintered bones which need to be removed. Here's hoping for a swift recovery... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardd Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1457874596' post='3002525'] Apparently Martin dropped a very large case containing several basses onto his arm breaking his wrist. He was still in hospital yesterday awaiting an operation as there were many splintered bones which need to be removed. Here's hoping for a swift recovery... [/quote] Was nice to meet you Billy and Blue Jay yesterday.Sorry couldn't hang around train to catch .Best Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthedog Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1457874596' post='3002525'] Apparently Martin dropped a very large case containing several basses onto his arm breaking his wrist. He was still in hospital yesterday awaiting an operation as there were many splintered bones which need to be removed. Here's hoping for a swift recovery... [/quote] I spoke to the guy manning the Sim stand and understand the accident happened whilst unloading at the show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='Bobthedog' timestamp='1457868136' post='3002431'] In terms of the performances, I saw Rhino and Trujillo. Rhino was a little meh (not my cup of tea and too many band mistakes), but Mass Mental were just fantastic. [/quote] To be fair with Rhino, he had to cancel a UK and European tour because of a serious illness and the drummer filled in at very late notice. Mass mental were banging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldman Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) Well, I got there in time to see Micheal Manring, I was chuckling to myself, totally amazed at his virtuosity with 'altered' tuning, everything else seemed vapid after that especially all the slaparama in the booths. Enjoyed looking at the stands, said hello to Chris at Overwater, Mark and Marcus at Bass Direct and another person I had come to see, Thomas Eich. the result of that meeting is in the following snaps: In the Box [attachment=214634:Boxed.JPG] Can you guess what it is yet? [attachment=214636:Manual.JPG] Wrapped [attachment=214635:T 1000 Wrapped.JPG] The Back [attachment=214637:T 1000 Rear.JPG] The all important Front [attachment=214638:All Lit up.JPG] This is a replacement for the Tecamp Bona I sold.............................. Happy Oh, bought a set of flats, a Lead and got a selfie with Micheal Manring and another with Scott Devine, I'll not post them I look like the old man I am.... Edited March 14, 2016 by Oldman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Pepper Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='Hamster' timestamp='1457884785' post='3002647'] To be fair with Rhino, he had to cancel a UK and European tour because of a serious illness and the drummer filled in at very late notice. Mass mental were banging. [/quote] ...he also mentioned today how nervous he was.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd Pepper Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Hats off to BGM for putting on another good show. Only spent this afternoon there and enjoyed getting some time with some beautiful crafted basses such as Marvit, Gillett and Schack. Th Q&A with Rhino was entertaining (less so with Suzi IMHO) but a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I was there yesterday (Saturday) and had a fantastic time. Busier than last year, good exhibitor list, and lots of lovely faces to catch up with! Gear wise I didn't try anything (I was in catch-up / chatting mode), but great to see so many amazing ACG basses in one place, and I'm also quite interested in the Jule Amp range! Federico Malaman was a highlight for me, and I also stayed on in the evening to watch the Jaco film. First time I've seen it, very poignant and well made! Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 I was really impressed with the Chowney basses which looked fantastic - specially liked the green burst one. Just wish that I could find a use for one if I bought one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutSpoon Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 My first bass show and loved it. Lots of gear and the live performances were well worth the ticket price. Luckily I have a new bass on order - otherwise I would have spent more time playing with toys! Got a brief chance to play a PJ Sandberg at the PJB booth (white with tort) and it was much, much better than I though. Yikes. Luckily it wasn't for sale! Next year I will be networking more - so many inspirational people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Went on Saturday and had an enjoyable day! Didn't catch as many of you as I would have liked, but was good to speaking to those whom I did and hanging out with BigBassBob for the day! Spent a lot of time with Mark, Doug, Sheldon and co at the Bass Direct stand, mostly drooling over the D-Bird Just the one performance for me, Michael Manring, and I was blown away by his crazy talent. You hardly believe all that sound on the records is produced by a single instrument in a single layer but, yup, it is, albeit with help from a floor unit. Amazing man and extremely humble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seashell Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Another amazing day. Robert Trujillo very interesting and entertaining, Michael Manring just beautiful and joyful, plus rock n Roll anecdotes from Suzie and Hookie. Wonderful stuff. Plus more hanging out with Michael Mondesir, who is officially my new best mate now, lol :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassAgent Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I was there yesterday and had a great day! I hung out at the Eich stand mostly and was amazed by the new amps ánd the fantastic basses Gerald Marleaux makes. I fell in love with this baby... I spoke to a few Basschatters I think, but sorry for not remembering everybody Biggest surprises for me basswise were Stonefield (weird looks but sound great!), Oliver Lang, Overwater and Ellio Martina. Especially Ellio's basses really put a huge smile on my face... If anyone has any video or photo material, I'm most curious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldwinbass Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Spent two great days, got a good deal on strings - live highlights were Freekbass, Federico Malaman and Michael Manring. Curiously attracted to all the Le Fay basses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallmanmax Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Spent the two days walking round in circles, ogling/trying some finely crafted instruments. Thought I might try a Status Jazz neck for the Jap 63 pbass that sits in its case...................ended up leaving the show this evening with a beautiful S2. Doesn't need saying.............my first BGS was awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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