dmccombe7 Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 7 hours ago, NancyJohnson said: Lest we forget, he also favoured Henhouse Rotisseries and Tumble Dryers towards the end. And produced a warm feel to his tone. The Tumble driers also left a warm yet fluffy tone. Not sure what tone i preferred between them.😂 Dave 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_5 Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 The tumble driers weren't true bypass though, that's what ruined it for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 47 minutes ago, paul_5 said: The tumble driers weren't true bypass though, that's what ruined it for me. If you flicked them over to cold setting it created a more natural by-pass. Not strictly "true by-pass" but a close second. I think it might be worth you buying one to see how you get on. A full review and report on your findings might be a worthwhile exercise. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 1 hour ago, dmccombe7 said: And produced a warm feel to his tone. The Tumble driers also left a warm yet fluffy tone. Not sure what tone i preferred between them.😂 Dave You can't beat the weft of old-school air dried 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunion Posted May 6, 2021 Share Posted May 6, 2021 Love all the hints of rush in the background including the spit roast and the washing machines 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 @Bunion Bl**dy good cover there! Really enjoyed that. A favourite short Rush track of mine 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 (edited) On 06/05/2021 at 12:31, NancyJohnson said: Lest we forget, he also favoured Henhouse Rotisseries D’Angelo was so impressed by the tone of that rig, he had Pino replicate it - very slick sounding. Edited May 8, 2021 by ezbass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diskwave Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 I think genius is a bit over done but I hugely admire any bassist who can sing over busy bass lines AND has to front the band....it's a hell of a talent and Geddy is the master. However I dont include Sting in my admiration but I do do very much include Dave Peacock of Chas & Dave fame. I think he is one of the cleverest bassist/singers ever....Try playing some of those grooves and then sing the part.....he's equal too or better than Geddy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobo_08 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 Having just discovered Geddy Lee (I'm still fairly new to bass guitar) I would say he has to be on the verge of genius.... Playing those bass lines and singing over the top of them.. is pretty special. For me his it's his technique I find incredible, it's like his attacking the bass... Like a battle of sonic wills between him and his bass... Geddy: "You will give me this tone, you will conform".... Jazz Bass: "Ouch... You're plucking waaay too hard.... Put me down" ........Ok maybe I need to reign in my imagination a little ☺️ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barking Spiders Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 'Genius' is probably the most abused word in the English language and not one I'd apply to anyone in music or sport. I'm no fan of Rush but in the rock world I'd admit Geddy Lee is probably among the best bassists though for playing demanding lines and singing at the same time no one does it better than Mark King and Larry Graham. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 19 minutes ago, Bobo_08 said: Playing those bass lines and singing over the top of them.. is pretty special. Don't forget playing the keyboard with his feet at the same time. He takes on three roles in the band while the other two lazy bastards just have one each. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunion Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 9 minutes ago, SteveXFR said: He takes on three roles in the band while the other two lazy bastards just have one each May the drum thingy guy, Neil something or other might have a tad more involvement… 😂🤣 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 5 minutes ago, Bunion said: May the drum thingy guy, Neil something or other might have a tad more involvement… 😂🤣 Yeah but he only actually played three of those drums, the rest were just for show. He could have used Ringo's kit 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_5 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 30 minutes ago, SteveXFR said: Yeah but he only actually played three of those drums, ‘Cos Geddy triggered the rest with his feet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 Just now, paul_5 said: ‘Cos Geddy triggered the rest with his feet! Exactly. Some say Geddy also triggered all the stage lights with his feet as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz39 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 25 minutes ago, SteveXFR said: Exactly. Some say Geddy also triggered all the stage lights with his feet as well He triggered Chuck Norris by being too liberal too… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 3 minutes ago, Daz39 said: He triggered Chuck Norris by being too liberal too… That's not so impressive. Anyone could do that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-bbb Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 VERY VERY good but imho not genius saw themlive on permanent waves and they were superb, his playing and creativity continued on and on but i would reserve the genius tag for the very select few …i wont mention the obvious name(s) as they are bound to throw some people into fits of pique 🙄😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leroydiamond Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 Sure he cannot slap de bass, so genius he is not 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassfinger Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 (edited) I'm a bit of a late convert to Rush and have to say I'm in awe of Lee's talent. It took me an age to learn the anss to Roll The Bones properly, difficult player to emulate properly. Edited September 12, 2021 by Bassfinger 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 2 hours ago, leroydiamond said: Sure he cannot slap de bass, so genius he is not True genius is knowing how to slap but never doing it 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 Altho i like to hear solo bassists doing some slap i just think its had its day. There are so many amazing bass players doing slap that there's nothing new in it for me. Not saying its easy and it takes a lot of talent to do it well but for me it doesn't do much. I tend to move on to the next VID clip. I'd rather listen to someone do a bit of two handed playing or something a bit more melodic rather than rhythmic percussion. Think there's a fine balance to get it right. I am certainly no master of slap by any means as its a style i've just never really been into so i'm probably a bit biased there. Dave 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 (edited) 41 minutes ago, SteveXFR said: True genius is knowing how to slap but never doing it I'm quite lucky ............ i dont know how to slap and never play it. Does that qualify me as a genius ? Dave Edited September 12, 2021 by dmccombe7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 13 minutes ago, dmccombe7 said: I'm quite lucky ............ i dont know how to slap and never play it. Does that qualify me as a genius ? Dave That depends on whether you've tried to learn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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