Recent content by 24/7Worship

I'm about to begin using a new string set up, and I'll be changing from a traditional 5 string set-up (BEADG) to the top 5 of a six (EADGC). My string gauges will be significantly smaller (my second string was a .105 but will now be a .76). Will this be enough to warrant a new nut? I know if you...

Thanks for the responses. I'm thinking more in the way of the drop tuned set after some thought on my part, because I'd like tension to be lighter up top anyway. I'll order the the .112 drop tuned set and see how it goes.

I'm looking at CKS for a set of strings, and I would like to know if I'm on the right track with these gauges. I want to use my 5 string like the top 5 of a six (EADGC), but I want to retain the ability to drop down to C or B standard (with some low tension obviously). I thought maybe a set...

What does everyone here think about Dean Markley Blue Steel strings?

I play a five string (35') with neck thru capability. I would like some strings that sound aggressive and bright, but would like them not to be so tinny that I can't get any warmth from them. I know I'm probably looking at stainless steel, but I have no clue as to flatwound, roundwound or...

I have a question for you Traben guys. I've been looking at some Traben's for a while now, and I have it down to a Chaos Obsession 5 or a John Moyer Signature. The two specific guitars I'm looking at are the same price, so that's not the issue. I know the Signature has a better pre-amp, but the...

Our band played for our youth VBS a couple weeks ago. The other guys went crazy with black lights, toilet paper, highlighters and such. I totally understand the thing about finding a place to put the bass. It can be scary, especially if it's not your own! I'm curious, how many guys sing...

I would subscribe, for sure. As a member of a praise band, you have to learn some songs really quickly. There are some sites on the internet with videos, tabs, instruction, etc. on praise and worship music. The only thing is, they're for guitar. This could be great for all of us bass players.

Sorry about the number. I wasn't sure, just checking.

Can I get a number? I like the fact that we have a group who has their heads pointed at least half-way in the right direction from the start. Praise and Worship

Hey guys, (I am the new one) I thought I'd give the summary of what I do as a bass player since that is the overall topic. I have been playing bass seriously in a band for 2 years now. We are a youth-only(except for our adult leader) praise band. We play at youth functions on Wednesday...

Just to clarify, the bass I own is not active.

Thanks for the advice so far. I'd like you to know, especially after those two guys recommended the Squier Jazz Bass with basically "extras", that I currently have a Squier Jazz 5-string. I know it's bottom of the line, so how much better would it get after say $100 in custom upgrades like...

I've been wanting a new bass, and I'm committed to the 5-string. I think the Traben Array Obsession is my favorite, but I'd like to know if there is a bass for a similar price from one of the more "popular" brands that is better. By the way, I'd be using it for a praise band most all of the...

I'm new to this whole forum thing on talkbass, so I might be interupting. But I am a bass player in my youth praise band at my Baptist church in Tennessee. If there's something I should do to get started, let me know. On the topic(I think), agreat book on worship as a whole is Let the Nations...