So, I'm thinking about switching back to guitar

[capnsandwich]

I've been a guitarist for 20+ years but only a bassist for 8 or 9. I started playing bass out of a need my church had but quickly fell in love. I've been pretty active as a bassist and on TB in the last few years. The problem is with the fact that whenever I see a guitarist shred some awesome scales up and down the fretboard I get jealous. I used to be able to do that but, since I've picked up bass, I can't do that anymore. It seems like I'm just getting tired of being left out of the limelight and being a "foundational piece" of the band. I want to be seen and shine on stage, not just support the music with the rhythm section. Yeah, I could slap the crap out of my basses, and I do that on occasion, but in real life gigging that's not always an option. I just miss the attention I used to get after an awesome solo and the attention I used to get from the chicks. As a bassist I find it hard to even get a phone number from anyone except a drummer who wants to start his own band.

Please guys, help me and talk me out of going back to little strings.

[N.F.A.]

Hi Capn',
I think you should do it if that is what you're feeling. You can always go back to bass later. Watch how many people will offer to buy your Elrick if you do make the switch!

[jgroh]

bah! Get a Ric double neck...guitard on top, bass on the bottom! Problem solved.

[Jeff K]

Agreed (with N.F.A.). If you find yourself longing to be a guitarist again, then that's what you should do. You attention-whore...

Seriously though, do what's gonna' make you the happiest.

[capnsandwich]

Originally Posted by N.F.A.

Hi Capn',
I think you should do it if that is what you're feeling. You can always go back to bass later. Watch how many people will offer to buy your Elrick if you do make the switch!

That would be one of the toghest parts of going back; getting rid of all my cool gear.

Originally Posted by jgroh

bah! Get a Ric double neck...guitard on top, bass on the bottom! Problem solved.

Too bad I'm not into Rics..........yet.

[capnsandwich]

Originally Posted by Jeff K

Agreed (with N.F.A.). If you find yourself longing to be a guitarist again, then that's what you should do. You attention-whore...

Seriously though, do what's gonna' make you the happiest.

[Philbiker]

Why can't you play both?

[N.F.A.]

[quote=capnsandwich;8926587]That would be one of the toghest parts of going back; getting rid of all my cool gear.

Yeah, gear comes and goes though. If you got really cool guitar gear again, you wouldn't miss the bass stuff much. Wasn't that cool Elrick at the GTG last week yours?
I notice you are a Phil Keaggy fan. I am old enough to have seen him with Glass Harp back in the day. He was and still is one of the world's best.
G.

[capnsandwich]

Originally Posted by Philbiker

Why can't you play both?

I'm the kind of guy who likes to do one thing and do it great. I used to do both but I had to concentrate on one. It's just the way my mind works.

[quote=N.F.A.;8926680]

Originally Posted by capnsandwich

That would be one of the toghest parts of going back; getting rid of all my cool gear.

Yeah, gear comes and goes though. If you got really cool guitar gear again, you wouldn't miss the bass stuff much. Wasn't that cool Elrick at the GTG last week yours?
I notice you are a Phil Keaggy fan. I am old enough to have seen him with Glass Harp back in the day. He was and still is one of the world's best.
G.

Yeah, that Elrick was mine. The thing's a beast, ain't it? Yeah, Phil Keaggy is one of my idols as far as guitarists go. They actually used to say I sounded like a mix between Phil and Leo Kottke. I'll be the first one to say I fall way short though. Those 2 guys are some good players.

[MNAirHead]

Bassists are in more demand than guitars..
Less stuff to learn

If you're not feelin it sure.. jump (we won't even call you a traitor)

It is tough to be good at both at the same time.. drums and bass.. or keys and guitar.. not bass and guitar

[MysticMichael]

Originally Posted by capnsandwich

Please guys, help me and talk me out of going back to little strings.

Hey, I'm not gonna try to talk you out of it. If being the rock star is what motivates you, rather than a true love of the groove, then it sounds like guitar is where you belong anyway. Leave the bass to those of us who really love it...

MM

[N.F.A.]

[quote=capnsandwich;8926707]I'm the kind of guy who likes to do one thing and do it great. I used to do both but I had to concentrate on one. It's just the way my mind works.

Originally Posted by N.F.A.

Yeah, that Elrick was mine. The thing's a beast, ain't it? Yeah, Phil Keaggy is one of my idols as far as guitarists go. They actually used to say I sounded like a mix between Phil and Leo Kottke. I'll be the first one to say I fall way short though. Those 2 guys are some good players.

Wow! If you are on that level guitar wise then maybe you really should go back. They are both superlative players.

[JimiLL]

Originally Posted by Philbiker

Why can't you play both?

My thoughts exactly. You dont have to play just one, and you certainly cant play them both at once......

Keep it. You found a love in bass for a reason..... just cause your jonesin for the neighbors grass doesnt mean you wont want to rip up the lower end eventually.

Play both. Find a band where you and some other members can switch off in the middle of a set.

Enjoy the fact you are a well rounded musician and enjoy it to the full potential.

[Mr. Mig]

If you want to go back to guitar then do it.

[M0ses]

Do it. Bass players make fantastic guitarists. You actually know something.

[becker4567]

Take two asprin, drink plenty of fluids, and post again in the morning. You'll feel much better.

[waleross]

In returning to the bass, I started guitar for the first time, also drums. the thing is I'll always be a bass player and even when on guitar. Its my thinking, can't help it, Also being a shredder won't ever be a problem for me..............

[Tylerrr51]

April fools joke?

[Ric5]

So, I'm thinking about switching back to guitar

Beware of the dark side.

[Darkstrike]

Ask again tomorrow.