Recent content by bjm

I have this GBE 750 with a problem for which I seek some advice. I don't have a schematic. The amp sounds fine when the LF Boost is engaged, but when disengaged, I hear a weak sound upon the initial string attack which then decays to a point, then abruptly goes silent (even though the string...

Thanks, Ed. You're pretty close. I drove 100mi to a gig yesterday only to find a wet stage in the rain and we couldn't safely set up. The venue didn't care and decided not to pay us because "other bands play in worse conditions". That just got me thinking...I wonder if there's a correlation...

Is there a simple way to determine if a venue is in good standing with its BMI/ASCAP obligations?

Cort is SOLD. Original post updated to reflect this.

I have 3 basses on the block for prices below + actual shipping. I'm trying to move these out in the next week. I've had really good experience with Cort-made basses by being selective about weight and QA. Possibly open to interesting trade, maybe a Yamaha 5- or 6-string? 1) 2013 USA Fender...

Deal is done.

I seek either: o $1900 sale o straight up trade of my CR5 for a CR4 o a WAV + cash or other basses o maybe a 6 string with narrow spacing I can also add cash for the right bass. It's completely unmodified and in excellent condition - I don't gig it, it stays at home. I've attached a stock pic...

Gig tonight for my band Cadillac Jack at Pioneer Saloon in Woodside, CA (SF Bay Peninsula area) at 9pm PDT - come by, have a beer, and say hello. We play stuff like Etta James, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Delbert McClinton, ...

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Hi, In the pix, the top cover of the head appears to be bulging up a little. Is it warped or maybe not fully screwed down? Also, since you just got it recently, do you have the receipt and warranty card? -jeff

Nice event today. Also, Eric was generous with his time and patient with all the noob questions, including mine. :-)

Given the limitations of my mac speakers, I thought both videos sounded pleasant enough for arco, although I almost never listen to bowed music, so I am listening with no reference. I thought the pizz on the weichs sounded pretty good, but the mittels were a mixed bag: clicky, but with a nice...

OK, with three posts in this thread JayB has earned a coffee as well, so next time you are in Chicago...

Hmm, interesting: If I get a string like Spiro Weichs, then I have to be extra focused to do it right, thereby leading to good bow technique. However, if I get strings that bow like butter, then I'll just be spoiled and lazy.

OK, all good input. While it sounds like I could make a noise using a bow on pretty much anything, perhaps it's more pragmatic to go with something more bow friendly in the early days. I can always switch later if my needs change. Of course, this is really related to the oft-asked question...