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[QUOTE=BenJammin';28520718]I just got my first bass. It's a fender something or other. Was inspired by Geddy Lee. I usually only play drums, but it's time for me to learn a string instrument :S. So far I have learned how to play E1M1 from doom on a single string, I can do that double finger thing pretty well and my fingers are actually fast considering it's like my second day trying to play any kind of guitar. Also I refuse using a pick, PICKS ARE FOR PUSSYS.[/QUOTE] there is nothing wrong with using a pick
I need to find people to jam with. It's kinda discouraging still practicing in my room just by myself. I've been taking lessons for a year and a few months now and my teacher is encouraging it.
[QUOTE=dcalde78;28522114]there is nothing wrong with using a pick[/QUOTE] bahaha you use a pick :downs:
[QUOTE=BenJammin';28520718]PICKS ARE FOR PUSSYS.[/QUOTE] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZquiACzPLY[/media] Nope.
[QUOTE=dcalde78;28522114]there is nothing wrong with using a pick[/QUOTE] Agreed, i use a pick and play better than a lot of people that play other styles.
Bass is currently tuned to DEADG. Never found a use for a low B, and having an easy way to do some good old 5th chords appeals to my lazy nature.
I have my ibby 4 string in BEAD at the moment. Pretty fun to mess around with, but it's a pain in the ass having to move my hand up the neck just for a note or two that I'd normally just go to the G string for. Other than that, I like it
i play with my thumb, i'm weird picks aren't for pussys though, some popular songs wont sound right without a pick
Sorry for shitty pictures. Here are 2 of my basses. All images thumbed. Left: MusicMan Stingray 4 string; Right: Ibanez GSR200 (My first bass) [img_thumb]http://i30.tinypic.com/5v42ec.jpg[/img_thumb] Here are my other two, but not my pictures. First: Ibanez AEB10BE Acoustic Bass [img_thumb]http://imagethumbnails.milo.com/007/434/914/290/7434602_7550914_290.jpg[/img_thumb] Second: Ashbory Bass Blue [img_thumb]http://www.doctorbass.net/imagftp/Ashbory-azul.jpg[/img_thumb] I also have this amp: [img_thumb]http://www.drumza.com/images/GallienKruegerBackline600GuitarAmp.jpg[/img_thumb] on this cab: [img_thumb]http://www.soundsliveshop.com/Handlers/ProductDetail/Main/ProductDetailImage.ashx?Path=/Resources/Images/main/210blxcabinet.jpg[/img_thumb] I find myself using the acoustic the most, because of it's convenience, and because I don't think my neighbors like it when I use my amp. Our apartments aren't exactly the best for sound.
I can't decide what to save up for [img]http://www.thumpmusic.com.au/168-432-large/flea-bass-street-bass-silver-black.jpg[/img] 300 Dollars, to replace my 'okay' bass. [img]http://www.americanmusical.com/ProductImages/Large/p30695.jpg[/img] I kind of want an acoustic to mess around on, 200 dollars. Or save up for a nice piano (I'm learning piano alongside bass)
I don't use a pick. But not because I'm against it, it's because I can't use one to save my life.
[QUOTE=MotherPuncher;28566672]I don't use a pick. But not because I'm against it, it's because I can't use one to save my life.[/QUOTE] I feel the same way. It just doesn't feel right for me to use one.. Maybe weird, but it feels more 'satisfying' to me to pluck the strings.
After 2 years of playing bass, In which I have perfected finger technique of different styles and slap bass, I'm only beginning to use a pick.
[QUOTE=Rooster Assassin;28566632]I can't decide what to save up for [img_thumb]http://www.thumpmusic.com.au/168-432-large/flea-bass-street-bass-silver-black.jpg[/img_thumb] 300 Dollars, to replace my 'okay' bass. [img_thumb]http://www.americanmusical.com/ProductImages/Large/p30695.jpg[/img_thumb] I kind of want an acoustic to mess around on, 200 dollars. Or save up for a nice piano (I'm learning piano alongside bass)[/QUOTE] That acoustic bass is very nice, it has been my main bass for about 6 months but now I use a 5 string electric instead. But it is still my main 4 stringer.
[QUOTE=Rooster Assassin;28566632]I can't decide what to save up for [img_thumb]http://www.thumpmusic.com.au/168-432-large/flea-bass-street-bass-silver-black.jpg[/img_thumb] 300 Dollars, to replace my 'okay' bass. [img_thumb]http://www.americanmusical.com/ProductImages/Large/p30695.jpg[/img_thumb] I kind of want an acoustic to mess around on, 200 dollars. Or save up for a nice piano (I'm learning piano alongside bass)[/QUOTE] What style do you play? [editline]12th March 2011[/editline] [QUOTE=Franke_R!?;28568534]That acoustic bass is very nice, it has been my main bass for about 6 months but now I use a 5 string electric instead. But it is still my main 4 stringer.[/QUOTE] How good is the acoustic? What does it sound like?
[QUOTE=Kingy_why;28568825]How good is the acoustic? What does it sound like?[/QUOTE] It sounds great although it's not loud enough to play alongside two or more acoustic guitars. Here are some sound samples. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITJfMAHEnTs&feature=channel_video_title[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bgxyw4ogsbE&feature=channel_video_title[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSIItMoVnJY&feature=channel_video_title[/media]
[QUOTE=Franke_R!?;28568943]It sounds great although it's not loud enough to play alongside two or more acoustic guitars. Here are some sound samples. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITJfMAHEnTs&feature=channel_video_title[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bgxyw4ogsbE&feature=channel_video_title[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSIItMoVnJY&feature=channel_video_title[/media][/QUOTE] I was thinking to get an electric guitar but I might get this instead and put money towards a guitar when I start working. How easy is it to play?
[QUOTE=Kingy_why;28569352]I was thinking to get an electric guitar but I might get this instead and put money towards a guitar when I start working. How easy is it to play?[/QUOTE] I barely even notice the strings when I play on it but that may be because I learned how to play on a bass with 6-7mm action. In short: it plays like a dream.
[QUOTE=Franke_R!?;28569442]I barely even notice the strings when I play on it but that may be because I learned how to play on a bass with 6-7mm action. In short: it plays like a dream.[/QUOTE] I started playing on very high action as well, only recently dropped it on my first guitar. [editline]12th March 2011[/editline] Do you think it would be suitable to take down to the beach and shit to play to my friends around a fire? What's the model?
[url]http://www.guitarcenter.com/Squier-Affinity-Series-J-Bass-102581444-i1150678.gc#customer-reviews[/url] getting this, its all i can afford really. and i hear its good for funk, which is what i mostly plan on playing. ANY OBJECTIONS?
[QUOTE=Kingy_why;28569663]I started playing on very high action as well, only recently dropped it on my first guitar. [editline]12th March 2011[/editline] Do you think it would be suitable to take down to the beach and shit to play to my friends around a fire? What's the model?[/QUOTE] Sure as long if you play with a pick or else it wont be loud enough. The model is an Ibanez AEB8E.
[QUOTE=Franke_R!?;28570433]Sure as long if you play with a pick or else it wont be loud enough. The model is an Ibanez AEB8E.[/QUOTE] I normally play Steve Harris style or slap, but Yeah a pick would be needed for slow songs. [editline]12th March 2011[/editline] Fuck, It's too expensive.
[QUOTE=Kingy_why;28570458]I normally play Steve Harris style or slap, but Yeah a pick would be needed for slow songs. [editline]12th March 2011[/editline] Fuck, It's too expensive.[/QUOTE] I bought it for €250, so how much is it for you?
Just over £200, I'm only getting £100 and the rest I have to pay myself, so I don't really want to be spending much over £80.
[QUOTE=blezzy;28570391][url]http://www.guitarcenter.com/Squier-Affinity-Series-J-Bass-102581444-i1150678.gc#customer-reviews[/url] getting this, its all i can afford really. and i hear its good for funk, which is what i mostly plan on playing. ANY OBJECTIONS?[/QUOTE] If you saved up like 100 dollars more, then you could probably get a better made vintage J bass.
got a job atm, don't start until may though and i'm broke. the earliest i can get a different job is about a month, when i move, so i dunno. we'll see i guess.
If money was no object, what bass would you buy? I'm thinking I'll get back to you guys on that.
[QUOTE=Kingy_what;28602669]If money was no object, what bass would you buy? I'm thinking I'll get back to you guys on that.[/QUOTE] I would pee... on everything... [editline]14th March 2011[/editline] Maybe a Fender jazz bass. [editline]14th March 2011[/editline] Or a Rickenbacker
[QUOTE=Kingy_what;28602669]If money was no object, what bass would you buy? I'm thinking I'll get back to you guys on that.[/QUOTE] A 47inch scale 79x3string fretless bass :colbert: But seriously? I think a conklin custom 7string fretless bass.
Only guy I've heard of who uses those (fretted) is Jeff Hughell, he used to be in Brain Drill. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvEhyxZqtCk[/media]
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