Guy Pratt with SBL

[jezzaboy]

 

Edited February 11, 2023 by jezzaboy

[alexa3020]

Enjoyed this. Big fan of Guy Pratt - he's played some killer lines over the years - I really like that today bass line too.

 Was a bit surprised he had zoom b3 on his board though

 

 

[paul_5]

Agreed. He's played some of my favourite lines over the years, and is also a sickeningly good raconteur.

[Combed20]

I really enjoyed that, thanks for sharing. I only fonished reading his book last week, so great timing

[devinebass]

Hey, thanks for posting! 🙌 ... this is the first in a series of this format and we had ZERO idea whether peeps would dig it or not. Thankfully, it's looking like they do  

 

We've actually already filmed another one w/ Henrik Linder, and also one w/ Rob Mullarkey and Richard Spaven... those will be released over the next few weeks over on the YouTube channel. 

 

Cheers, 

 

Scott 

 

  

[AndyTravis]

Watching on telly now - love GP, have been enjoying the Rockonteurs for a while now - so this is a treat.

 

 

[alexa3020]

@devinebass I think you're onto a winner with that relaxed top gear style format. You and Ian (who seems like the most sound dude ever!) are a great partnership.

[fleabag]

That was awesome.  Thoroughly enjoyed every minute.

[CJPJ]

Excellent interview - really entertaining and interesting. I seem incredible that people like Guy are as successful as they are and yet still get impostor syndrome. Its actually quite humbling and inspiring.

 

[TheGreek]

God No!!

 

I've seen several Mr Pratt interviews...the content has virtually been the same..."tell us when you tried to smash up a Status live on  stage" and "what was it like being in Pink Floyd" (even though nobody other than bass players know who he is). 

I can't watch another of his videos. 

[SpondonBassed]

21 hours ago, alexa3020 said:

Was a bit surprised he had zoom b3 on his board though

 

I was hoping he'd say what he found useful on that.  @devinebass, Did he say anything about the B3 off camera?

[alexa3020]

I never had zoom down as pro gear. I may have to re-evaluate, cos they are great value for money (not that I'm a pro!)

[AndyTravis]

Some of those little fills/licks are ace - what I enjoyed was that he basically says “I’ve had no formal Training, I taught myself…”

 

and these guys are asking him what he’s doing on certain bits.

 

Now, SD and the other chap are no slouches - but I love the idea that he’s done all that with graft and “right place right time”.

 

Not a reverse snobbery thing - just made me smile.

 

 

Edited February 12, 2023 by AndyTravis

[CJPJ]

5 minutes ago, alexa3020 said:

I never had zoom down as pro gear. I may have to re-evaluate, cos they are great value for money (not that I'm a pro!)

He says around 31:30 that this is his 'B' board or nightclub board so I guess not concert or studio level kit. Still, good to know it work for someone of that experience!

[CJPJ]

Just now, AndyTravis said:

Now, SD and the other chap are no slouches - but I love the idea that he’s done all that with graft and “right place right time”.

So true - Scott and Ian are epic players and I dare say probably more technical than Guy.

[ezbass]

I’ve read GP’s book, seen him live and know the stories, but I still found that entertaining. String change challenge is a bit of good fun. 

Edited February 12, 2023 by ezbass

[lownote]

19 hours ago, devinebass said:

Hey, thanks for posting! 🙌 ... this is the first in a series of this format and we had ZERO idea whether peeps would dig it or not. Thankfully, it's looking like they do  

 

We've actually already filmed another one w/ Henrik Linder, and also one w/ Rob Mullarkey and Richard Spaven... those will be released over the next few weeks over on the YouTube channel. 

 

Cheers, 

 

Scott 

 

  

 

Loved it. If I may suggest, Christian McBride would likely be good value too - good talker and a doubler.  McBride has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Joe Henderson, Diana Krall, Roy Haynes, Chick Corea, Wynton Marsalis, Sting, Paul McCartney, Celine Dion, Isaac Hayes,  Carly Simon, Bruce Hornsby, and James Brown.

 

 

Edited February 13, 2023 by lownote

[devinebass]

Oh... should have mentioned... if you'd like to see someone specific in this series, just pop their name in this thread or add a comment under the video over on YouTube. We're gonna go through all the comments this week and try and make a bunch of requested ones happen. 

 

Flea, Pino and Geddy are at the top of my list of peeps we're trying to get on... but any other requests are totally welcome!   

[Guest]

Neil Murray 

[Velarian]

JJ Burnel

Edited February 12, 2023 by Velarian

[alexa3020]

JPJ, Geezer Butler,  Justin Meldal-Johnsen, Tim Comerford....

I'm sure you'll get loads of bass players recommendations, but I'd also be interested to get my geek on and hear from others in the industry like amp or pedal manufacturers. Mark gooday or Alex Barefaced spring to mind just cos there UK based.

Edited February 12, 2023 by alexa3020

[AndyTravis]

@devinebass

 

Mick Quinn - Supergrass.

 

proper sleeper - he’s a phenomenal bassist 

 

 

 

 

[Reggaebass]

Sean Hurley 

[Heathy]

John Deacon!?!

[ezbass]

18 minutes ago, alexa3020 said:

JPJ, Geezer Butler,  Justin Meldal-Johnsen, Tim Comerford....

I'm sure you'll get loads of bass players recommendations, but I'd also be interested to get my geek on and hear from others in the industry like amp or pedal manufacturers. Mark gooday or Alex Barefaced spring to mind just cos there UK based.

All four of those are great calls, especially JMJ. When you think of the eclectic host of artists he’s played with, much like Guy Pratt, there has to be some great stories and, again much like Guy, he has a well regarded signature bass.