Recent content by -=DanAtkinson=-

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    How's my jazz playing?

    Hey gang, finally getting into learning jazz. Here's what I came up for Autumn Leaves: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] Feedback welcome.
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    Confirmed Bug Can't cancel Membership! TB sends me to PayPal, Paypal sends me to TB

    Guys, seriously, I used "contact us" to report this 5 days ago. I'm unable to cancel TB and my renewal is tomorrow. Clicking "cancel" sends me to PayPal, which says "Manage and cancel at Talk Music Group". I see this was reported months ago. Absurd this is still happening.
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    NASH GUITARS? Thoughts?

    True. But with Nash there are already several deviations from a vintage Fender (slightly different headstock shape, Nash logo, DiMarzio Model J pickups in some, etc). I don't think some shielding paint would shatter any illusions. Heck, real vintage Fenders at least had metal shielding plates...
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    NASH GUITARS? Thoughts?

    Got it used off eBay.
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    trying for a Jamerson feel

    You're right! Completely forgot about that. Babbitt is also excellent. A couple of rock Gods strongly influenced by Jamerson: Robert DeLeo and John Paul Jones.
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    trying for a Jamerson feel

    Not bad! One thing I suggest is to master walking before trying to run. Jamerson's parts are VERY busy with lots of 16th notes, ghost notes, etc. You should first master your timing before really tackling something like this. Your number one job as a bassist is locking in with the drums and...
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    NASH GUITARS? Thoughts?

    The Nash J bass I had was mediocre at best. Decent enough relic job, although not as convincing as MJT or Bravewood. But it was noisy as heck thanks to zero shielding, and the dimensions of the pickguard and the bridge placement were weird. They were "off" from a real Fender. My eyes have...
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    Analog Shores - Chillout

    Hey gang. I've kinda been neglecting bass lately in favor of playing more keys. Here's something I put together. Very influenced by Tycho and Washed Out:
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    SOLD 1968 Fender Telecaster Bass *New Price

    Sweet bass! Bridge cover is upside down, FYI.
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    Best wood for bass?

    What I find especially irritating is how marketers have fooled us into thinking "Mahogany sounds warm" and "Maple sounds bright". Back when I was making instruments, a customer ordered a J bass with Mahogany body + Mahogany neck + Ebony fretboard. The tone was heavenly. Incredibly punchy with...
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    NASH GUITARS? Thoughts?

    That doesn't help those who are considering buying a Nash and have never tried one. Sounds like the OP is in that position.
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    NASH GUITARS? Thoughts?

    Forgot to mention, also very unrealistic aging, IMO. If you are familiar with real vintage instruments the Nash stuff just screams phony.
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    NASH GUITARS? Thoughts?

    Had a Nash. Was disappointed in the quality. Poor attention to detail. No shielding, mediocre fretwork, different pickguard shape vs real Fender, bridge mounted weirdly high (north) on the body. Look at the photos to see that for yourself.
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    SOLD USAGC 5 string Jazz bass

    Guess you mean USACG?