Kyuss - Sandpiper

NKUSigEp · #1 03-02-2008, 10:47 PM

I didn't get into these guys till just recently and love the bass track on "Sandpiper". What's he using there?

Lucas G · #2 03-02-2008, 11:06 PM

i am not exactly sure who is playing on that one, but i think it is sky valley era- i would guess scott reeder. if it is him, the bass is a lefty rick strung upside down, with the E string (in this case tuned to B or C#) on the bottom. it's hard to tell what he's using for amps at that time, the cabs look like ampeg 8x10's but the grill cloth was either replaced or coated with something that made them show UV light. they projected an oil projector/lava lamp type thing on the band as they played at that time, and the only place it showed up was the grill cloth. which i can assure you, was completely awesome. i can't find a good picture of the heads he was using, but they almost look like guitar heads... marshall or matchless.

Valerus · #3 03-02-2008, 11:17 PM

Hello Nobody! Tonight we have a very special musical presentation. So kick back and stretch your sack, cause here's Kyuss with "Un Sandpiper!"

Jeramaya · #4 03-04-2008, 03:51 PM

I recall Reeder in an ad for the Ibanez ATK talking about how they tracked "Sky Valley" with it. I know it's just an ad, but nonetheless... I love the tone he and Chris Goss got on "Valley" and "Circus."

Deluge Of Sound · #5 03-04-2008, 03:53 PM

That's going to be a real hard question to answer, only because the Kyuss guys were (and are) known for being really tight-lipped about their gear.

But if you like ...Circus, you'll love Blues For The Red Sun.

gibsualdo · #6 04-05-2008, 08:21 PM

I found this pic of Scott a while ago, not quite sure where but I think I got it from his Myspace page.

The dude is pure rock, one of my biggest influences. It's a damn waste he hasn't really played for anyone full-time, at least for an extended period, ever since Kyuss split

CHILDISHGAMBINO · #7 04-05-2008, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by gibsualdo

The dude is pure rock, one of my biggest influences. It's a damn waste he hasn't really played for anyone full-time, at least for an extended period, ever since Kyuss split

Kyuss splitting was a waste. They are easily my favorite band ever. I like Queens and all but it just ain't the same.

brothernewt · #8 04-05-2008, 09:17 PM

I used to see Kyuss a lot... and he was always using really overdriven SVT's and a Ric. There may have been pedals, but I never saw 'em (and I looked.. saw that he was always barefoot). I know he did that ATK endorsement for a while, but I never saw him use it live.

gibsualdo · #9 04-05-2008, 10:08 PM

I was just thinking, although Josh Homme seems adament that a Kyuss reunion will never happen, perhaps the others could do somehting without him. Brant Bjork is a pretty capable guitarist, as is Scott judging by his solo album, though I'd rather see him stick to bass than get Nick Oliveri in. I'd still love to see them play regardless of who they'd have on guitar (so long as they could play the songs).

I'm sure the other guys aren't nearly as wealthy as Homme, and could probably do with the extra cash. If Homme's not willing to spend a bit of his time helping out his former bandmates or doing something for the fans who got him where he is today, then screw him, leave him with his ever worsening pop band and overinflated ego.

nad · #10 04-05-2008, 10:28 PM

There was a mini-Kyuss reunion a few years ago, Josh and John hit the stage at the Wiltern and played a few songs. I loved Queens until the last POS album, ugh. Well, I still love their other stuff of course.

Saw Unida in a tiny club in LA a few weeks ago, incredible stuff. They are now back together, which is the best news I've heard in ages. I don't know the bass dude's name, but he is certainly friggin' awesome. LISTEN TO THEM NOW.

I have no idea what Reeder (if it is Reeder) uses on that track. It rules whatever it be.

Mr. BooBoo · #11 04-05-2008, 10:46 PM

Just wanted to be apart of the scott reeder is awesome club..and kyuss kicks elephant ass.

That head looks like a 70's svt to me.

gibsualdo · #12 04-08-2008, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by nad

There was a mini-Kyuss reunion a few years ago, Josh and John hit the stage at the Wiltern and played a few songs. I loved Queens until the last POS album, ugh. Well, I still love their other stuff of course.

I have a bootleg of this show, would be awesome if a soundboard recording would surface. Personally I started going off them when LTP was released. The lack of Lanegan and Oliveri has made them a bit meh IMHO.

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Saw Unida in a tiny club in LA a few weeks ago, incredible stuff. They are now back together, which is the best news I've heard in ages. I don't know the bass dude's name, but he is certainly friggin' awesome. LISTEN TO THEM NOW.

Awesome, I had no idea they were back together, hopefully they'll make it over the pond for a tour

Didn't Scott play bass for them for a bit? Shame he didn't rejoin them.

Also, I was watching my Kyuss bootleg DVD from German TV, some "Bizarre" festival from 1995. Scott is indeed using an Ibanez ATK (looks like a 300 with a rosewood fretboard). He also has a backup with what appears to be a maple fretboard. Not a Rickenbacker in sight. Also for his backline, it looks like an Ampeg SVT-VR (or earlier 70's version), with an Ampeg-CL (or earlier version) as his back up, at least it didn't seem to have any leads going into it, and 2 8x10 Ampeg cabs. I took a few blury screenshots.

The sound of this set up BTW, even on this DVD is friggin awesome!

amos · #13 04-08-2008, 05:31 PM

WOOO KYUSS. I love this band. Scott Reeder is great. I need to get that bootleg live DVD

Deluge Of Sound · #14 04-08-2008, 05:36 PM

I just happened upon a fantastic live Kyuss DVD, it's in New Orleans, '95. Complete with the psychedelic lighting and the parachute for a backdrop. Even better, despite the fact that the audio is from the camera's mic, you can still hear everything!

Kyuss is glorious. Desert Music rules.

edit: wow, I posted in this thread when it was new. That's a strange sensation.

amos · #15 04-08-2008, 06:25 PM

What album is sandpiper off of? I can't find it in my collection.

Edit: I found it; it's on Muchas Gracias, the one best-of album that I don't have.

gibsualdo · #16 04-09-2008, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by amos

What album is sandpiper off of? I can't find it in my collection.

Edit: I found it; it's on Muchas Gracias, the one best-of album that I don't have.

And before Muchas Gracias, it was the second song from the Gardenia single.

I got my DVD using a torrent from http://www.dimeadozen.org but you have to register for that site, and they often reach the sign-up limit. If enough people show interest but can't sign up for dime, I'll start a torrent on Pirate Bay or something.

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Originally Posted by Deluge Of Sound

I just happened upon a fantastic live Kyuss DVD, it's in New Orleans, '95. Complete with the psychedelic lighting and the parachute for a backdrop. Even better, despite the fact that the audio is from the camera's mic, you can still hear everything!

Sweet, now I gotta go find this!

Deluge Of Sound · #17 04-10-2008, 12:16 AM

Yeah, dude, it blows away the Bizarre Festival footage, and you can watch most of the Bizarre Fest. stuff on youtube, for those of you interested.

If you can't find it, I'd be happy to hook a brother up.

Valerus · #18 04-10-2008, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by amos

Edit: I found it; it's on Muchas Gracias, the one best-of album that I don't have.

It's not even a best of. haha.

gibsualdo · #19 04-10-2008, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Deluge Of Sound

Yeah, dude, it blows away the Bizarre Festival footage, and you can watch most of the Bizarre Fest. stuff on youtube, for those of you interested.

If you can't find it, I'd be happy to hook a brother up.

This is true, although the youtube resolution sucks, the sound is okay. It gives a decent enough idea.

There's a torrent for the NOLa show on Pirate Bay right now, if anyone's interested.

gibsualdo · #20 04-14-2008, 04:03 PM

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Yeah, dude, it blows away the Bizarre Festival footage

Are you sure about that? I just finally got around to watching the NOLa show boot, the quality sucks compared to the Bizarre footage (which is soundboard quality). Especially the sound, I find it unlistenable, and it's not like I never listen to any non-SB recordings or anything.

I'm a tad disappointed TBH :/