Recent content by bsn06

Jeez, some of you guys are brutal. I'm 43, just got my first tat. Not bass related but something that has a very deep meaning to me, and I couldn't be happier with it. If you don't like tattoos, fine. Don't be so freakin superior tho- you ain't all that.

You're right about the GAS. My girlfriend actually bought me the bass I have with assistance from my guitar playing son who told her that this is an "accessory heavy" hobby. :) As far as the saving for higher end gear, I'm realistic about this- I'm a 43yo hobbyist with 2 kids in college. A...

I really like the looks of that gold flame body. There was a 5 string elite on fleecebay this morning for $250.

Thanks for the feedback. The 2nd bass isn't going to happen today or in the next several months, just looking to see whats out there, wanting to expand my horizons. I've been thinking about playing for a long time and now that I'm doing it I don't plan on stopping- I LOVE it. Of course I...

I'll look at the Schecter, thanks. I've been leaning toward the 4 string- I certainly haven't mastered 4 and ready to move to 5 by any means, just trying to think ahead.

I've been playing for a couple months now, learning with Ed Friedland's Bass Method books. Just finished the first and starting on the second until I have the time to take lessons. I've got an Ibanez AFB200 but I'm looking for a traditional bass for a 2nd. So, here are my thoughts... I was...

Thanks for the prompt replies. Didn't think about the set up forum, but don't want to double post now. The bass is an Ibanez AFB200 hollow body with roundwound strings. Tuning key sounds like it might be a winner, as I'm not having trouble with any of the other strings. I'm off the next...

Did a quick search and didn't find what I was looking for, so forgive me if this subject has been beaten to death. Also, I realize that this is a highly personal and subjective topic, but help a new guy out if you can. I've had my bass for a couple weeks and my A string won't stay in tune...

Thanks for the welcome, I've been lurking since I got the bass a couple weeks ago and have already gotten a lot of useful info here. I'm looking forward to learning and contributing to the forum. Yes, DogBone, she's a keeper :)

Just saying hello. Picking up the bass at 43yo for the heck of it. My kids are musicians (guitar and percussion) so I thought I'd learn to play the bass to jam with them. My gf surprised me with an Ibanez AFB200 hollow body. Don't know much about basses, but I sure like it so far...