Recent content by coolchickmom

Sounds like you handled it well. I have seen my husband in and out of various bands for over twenty years (another weekend warrior), and my mother is a professional musician as well. They have ALWAYS moved on to better situations after leaving a band. Shoot, my husband, originally a drummer...

Or, perhaps I just really stink at this and that's why this bass isn't working out! Only time will tell and I have an open mind. If this doesn't work out, I'll move on to the next endeavor. At least for now I can play my favorite Ramones tunes (as "un-challenging" as that may seem to some). And...

I have seen the brand name before. There was one on sale through Craig's List in the Tampa area, listed this morning. Thx!

Great! I am seriously thinking about Ibanez GSRM20 or the SR400. The prices are well within budget. I am basically playing for fun - post-grad school confidence or something inspired me to pick up the bass - so I do not need to spend a lot of cash. The Harmony I have is just NOT working for me...

Well, I can probably go up to about $300. I will definitely check out your suggestions. My husband is a musician so I have some other gear I need. Thanks!

Hi Everyone. I just started playing a couple of months ago. A kind friend loaned me his old long-scale Harmony bass, circa late '70s. It's a bit too big and uncomfortable for me. I am a 5' 8" tall woman, but I have small hands, so I need some recommendations for a comfortable bass, especially...