DrPAR Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Thanks for letting me join the group. I'm completely new to the world of the bass guitar, so new in fact that I've not even bought my equipment yet. However, of the instruments that I've checked out, I feel quite drawn to short scale basses and really like the Gretsch Junior Jet II. I'll certainly be interested if anyone in the Tyneside area has one of these in perfect, set-up condition to sell. Then again, some of you may be able to point me in a completely different direction. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 [quote name='DrPAR' timestamp='1472292457' post='3120081'] Thanks for letting me join the group. [/quote] Welcome DrPAR. They don't let just anyone join you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldwinbass Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 There's loads of good advice on this forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted August 30, 2016 Share Posted August 30, 2016 (edited) [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Welcome to basschat DrPAR, I'm sure you'll find lots of good advice on this forum, and plenty of helpful, friendly players. Don't forget to look out for a bass bash type event near you - I'm sure you'll meet lots of good pals, and they usually let you try their equipment Don't rush into your first purchase. Try several basses our before buying. There are some good starter basses out there these days. Try a few long scale basses too, and compare as many as you can. Don't be embarrassed about trying basses in shops, as a beginner - always remember that they see loads of newcomers in shops... Just try as many as you can, and good luck with your playing EDIT: Though I'm a long scale player, I have a Hofner Violin bass (which I usually carry as a backup) Really impressed with the big, punchy sound from this bass - though it feels a little odd to play (due to body shape, I think) It's a great bass - so try one if you can.....[/font][/color] Edited August 30, 2016 by Marc S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DrPAR Posted September 6, 2016 Author Share Posted September 6, 2016 Many thanks everyone. In the last week, I've picked up a mint condition Gretsch Junior Jet II G2224 and Fender Rumble 15 amp, and have started the learning process using Ed Friedland's [i]Bass Method Book 1[/i]. I've also made contact with a very highly recommended bass tutor and hope to arrange my first lesson very soon. That's not a bad start to my life as a bassist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuddBass Posted September 9, 2016 Share Posted September 9, 2016 Good luck as you learn to play, and have lots of fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisheth Posted September 10, 2016 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Welcome! I'm also in Tyneside. Nice to have you with us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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