Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 (edited) [size=6][b]February's noodles are in... it's time to vote for your favourites![/b][/size] 13 noodles. 13 minutes. But there can be only 1 Noodle Bar champion! Or maybe two. Three. Yeah, whatever. ^ Just look at this guy. He knows what's at stake here. [size=5]Have a listen to what fellow Basschatters get up to behind closed doors - pick your favourite THREE noodles and vote![/size] [url="http://soundcloud.com/agwin/neves-lament"][b]Agwin[/b][/url] [b][url="http://soundcloud.com/tona-fied/noodle-1"]FuNkShUi[/url][/b] [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QI32oXfYh1I&feature=youtu.be"][b]Twincam[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/white_elephant/got-my-noodle-workin"][b]EliasMooseblaster[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/xgsjx/folk-this-bass"][b]xgsjx[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/robhartley-1/noodle-01wav"][b]CamdenRob[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/alittlebitrobot/noodle-01"][b]alittlebitrobot[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/dad3353/meat-show-isolated-bass"][b]Dad3353[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/leonard-smalls/crispy-fried-noodles"][b]Leonard Smalls[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/cameron-jamieson-4/basschat-noodle-1"][b]Cameronj279[/b][/url] [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d77ceBv8CGw&feature=youtu.be"][b]mimsy89[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/skol-mixes/noodle-01"][b]Skol303[/b][/url] [url="http://soundcloud.com/user-623375481/upright-gumbo-noodle"][b]SubsonicSimpleton[/b][/url] [b][size="4"]Voting ends at midnight on Monday 7th March.[/size][/b] Edited March 1, 2016 by Skol303 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 Oh yeah... and it might be nice to share some info on what gear you're using: make and model of bass/amp; EQ settings, etc. Could help folks when trying to [s]avoid[/s] acquire certain tones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronj279 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 (edited) This seems more like an idea I could get into. Question though. Is it allright to have more than one bass track? Reason I ask if I'm currently working on a melody type thing for my bands song but if I can't have the guitar track in the back I'd do the chords...doesn't really make sense otherwise! Edit : The title seems perfect to me! Edited January 31, 2016 by Cameronj279 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1454262391' post='2967989'] Is it allright to have more than one bass track? Reason I ask if I'm currently working on a melody type thing for my bands song but if I can't have the guitar track in the back I'd do the chords...doesn't really make sense otherwise! [/quote] Oh go on then! PS: the rules are deliberately vague at present, so I'm fine with any 'creative license', within reason. Just keep it to bass only, to give everyone a level playing field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Great stuff! I'll plug it on Twitter tomorrow, together with the full-fledged Composition Challenge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alittlebitrobot Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 intriguing.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdowner Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Anyone got any advice on how to do the actual recording? What gear would you use? I'm up for it anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Great idea, could never be bothered with the full on composition challenge, but I have oodles of noodles! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1454268821' post='2968121'] Anyone got any advice on how to do the actual recording? What gear would you use? I'm up for it anyway [/quote] Video would be good, even if it's only of you with bass and hands, so noobs can watch an learn techniques from others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 (edited) [quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1454268821' post='2968121'] Anyone got any advice on how to do the actual recording? [/quote] Sure! The [i]very simplest[/i] option is to use a smartphone if you have one. Just place it a few feet from your speaker cab, hit record and start playing. It'll sound rather crap, but that doesn't matter. We're interested in good baselines for this challenge, not necessarily good recordings. A better option would be use something like a [url="https://zoom-na.com/products/field-video-recording/field-recording/zoom-h1-handy-recorder"]Zoom H1[/url] portable mic. Better still would be to DI (direct input) your bass or amp into a computer and record using free software - like [url="http://www.audacityteam.org"]Audacity[/url] [i](very easy to use) [/i]- or a digital audio workstation, like [url="http://www.reaper.fm"]Reaper[/url] [i](more difficult to use but more rewarding).[/i] Plenty of info on this subject here: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/248509-beginners-guide-to-home-recording/"][b]Beginner's Guide to Home Recording[/b][/url] If you get stuck or want any help - just ask Edited January 31, 2016 by Skol303 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdowner Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1454269457' post='2968128'] Video would be good, even if it's only of you with bass and hands, so noobs can watch an learn techniques from others. [/quote] Not sure my 'technique' is worth noobs, or anyone else, watching but i'd like to see others' that's for sure so good idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 I just recon seeing folk play stuff that's low-tech, simple and effective would be great. You can record using a Web cam with an integrated mic, if you want to keep it really simple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1454269457' post='2968128'] Video would be good, even if it's only of you with bass and hands, so noobs can watch an learn techniques from others. [/quote] [quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1454269585' post='2968131'] Not sure my 'technique' is worth noobs, or anyone else, watching but i'd like to see others' that's for sure so good idea [/quote] Video is a great idea for anyone willing and able! I say that as a noob who's very keen to learn from others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 I suppose that keyboard bass lines are out..? Just 'real' basses, no Prophets, Moogs or stuff..? Just clarifying, as I do both (no, you fool; not at the same time..! ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevvo66 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 (edited) Mmm interesting , may have noodle myself , I do like too noodle🎸👍 Edited January 31, 2016 by kevvo66 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1454271805' post='2968159'] I suppose that keyboard bass lines are out..? Just 'real' basses, no Prophets, Moogs or stuff..? [/quote] Good question Doug! Let's keep it to bass of the stringed variety for this initial trial. If it works out, we can perhaps look to include synth bass in future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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colgraff Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Can it be aimless? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='colgraff' timestamp='1454276467' post='2968227'] Can it be aimless? [/quote] As aimless or purposeful as you want to be! Either way, 60 seconds is mercifully short Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 [quote name='colgraff' timestamp='1454276467' post='2968227'] Can it be aimless? [/quote] If you really meant 'Can Lenny enter..?', I suppose the reply must be 'Yes'. ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colgraff Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Ha ha ha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingers211 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 (edited) [quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1454277607' post='2968243'] If you really meant 'Can Lenny enter..?', I suppose the reply must be 'Yes'. ... [/quote] Edited January 31, 2016 by fingers211 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myke Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 I think I'll have a go Get me playing a bit more which will be nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twincam Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Well it's nice to see the idea gained a bit more support it seems. I suppose I best enter myself. I shall be trying to record in the very simplest and quickest form possible in the true spirit of the 60 sec noodle. I might just plonk an iPad or phone near the amp and no fx, or I might record direct and add a bit of fx. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 (edited) [quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1454291613' post='2968345']...I might just plonk an iPad or phone near the amp and no fx, or I might record direct and add a bit of fx. [/quote] ... or both, to illustrate the difference..? Edited February 1, 2016 by Dad3353 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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