Hey there, world

Cannibalope · #1 06-04-2010, 05:44 PM

Am new to TalkBass

Female bassist/singer

Nervous a bit because my first bass lesson is in half an hour

Fell in love with bass a couple months ago, it has been hard to find a bass and a teacher

So, hi there

DrSmaggs · #2 06-04-2010, 05:47 PM

Good to have you here!

Cannibalope · #3 06-04-2010, 05:49 PM

Um, do you have any idea what I should expect at my first lesson? I'm just barely sticking my toes in the water... A little nervous. As all beginners are, I'm sure.

DrSmaggs · #4 06-04-2010, 05:52 PM

Don't be nervous! I'd be excited.

If I was to give lessons, I would surely begin with tuning and knowing where your notes are. Maybe even learning a basic song.

Have you any musical experience yet?

dug dog · #5 06-04-2010, 05:54 PM

Welcome aboard. Let us know where you are and maybe someone can recommend a teacher.

Cannibalope · #6 06-04-2010, 06:07 PM

I've been a voice student for 5 years, but I've never played an instrument, despite living among very musical people.

KingRazor · #7 06-05-2010, 12:41 AM

Bass is a good choice for a first instrument. I didn't even have the benefit of a teacher, I've learned almost completely out of a book. I'm sure with a teacher you'll have an even easier time than I did. Don't sweat it.

Cannibalope · #8 06-05-2010, 10:22 AM

Well, had my first lesson! Everything went well, except for apparently the strings on my bass (which I borrowed from a friend) are older than the devil.

It was loads of fun and I know more than ever that bass is definitely my instrument.

I need to get my own bass soon, anyone have recommendations for a starter?

DrSmaggs · #9 06-05-2010, 01:55 PM

What's your budget? I'd recommend finding a bass locally that you like the look and feel of.

Maybe you could bring a bass-savvy friend or two along.

Feel free to take pics of your potential buy so we can guide you!

Cannibalope · #10 06-07-2010, 04:51 PM

A'ight, will do!

I need something cheap and simple. I'll be sure to bring my friend who loaned me my current bass when I start seriously looking.

Until then, Stella (the bass) will do =)

becker4567 · #11 06-07-2010, 05:52 PM

SX (Rondomusic.com). Simple, inexpensive, built like a tank! Either short or long scale, P, J, or PJ's. Great starter basses. Are you looking for a package (bass, amp, and assorted stuff) or do you have an amp already? I like your motto "cheap and simple". It reminds me of.....me!

Cannibalope · #12 06-07-2010, 05:54 PM

I've got an amp

Thanks for the suggestion!

Ha! My signature is now....

humanbeansauce · #13 06-07-2010, 09:19 PM

I second the SX recommendation. Rondomusic.com has awesome instruments at awesome prices. Knocks the socks off of music stores. I play a Douglas bass from that site.

KingRazor · #14 06-09-2010, 06:00 PM

I've always been a fan of Ibanez Soundgear basses. The 400 series and the SRA series are both pretty good and under $500.

DrSmaggs · #15 06-09-2010, 06:26 PM

I also (for practice amps) have a small Behringer and a really small 10 watt Kustom single 6" combo amp.

What do you have?

I like using headphones, too!

Cannibalope · #16 06-10-2010, 07:55 PM

Fender Rumble 30 combo. Pretty great for what it is.

Headphones... stupid as it sounds I never thought of that =P

DrSmaggs · #17 06-10-2010, 08:01 PM

Not a bad setup for at home! Headphones are great for late night practice, or for anytime you like to be quiet.

Cannibalope · #18 06-10-2010, 08:02 PM

Brilliant...
But now I feel so silly!

DrSmaggs · #19 06-10-2010, 08:06 PM

You shouldn't feel silly... unless you're playing with a diaper over your head.

I have a cool set of headphones that also let sound in through the sides so I can hear what I'm doing as well as the sound around me.

Now we need to get you a big rig!

If you ever get the cash, try getting the Tech 21 SansAmp bass driver DI. TONS of fun!!

Cannibalope · #20 06-10-2010, 08:12 PM

Ooh, fancy...

I shall have to look into that