Recent content by Freddy T

Singing backup vocals is no joke. You don't get to pick your key, you have to cover a variety of ranges and you have to proactively blend well. Incredibly, there are some people that are really gifted at it and/or have lifelong experience singing so that it comes natural to them. For the rest of...

Hey Richey, there are lots of options at $100 or under. You can get a used name brand compressor like Wampler or Keeley right around $100, or a good quality knock-off, new or used for a lot less. If I was in ultra-savings mode I would grab a three knob Kokko compressor for $26 new (Amazon free...

Those are types of patterns to just memorize by rote until they flow out of you without thinking. Think of the patterns as if they are "real"music (because they are); even if they may seem clinical, they are technically perfect, which is cool to know. Whether or not you are thinking through the...

I'm no expert, but I think the opposite is true: As temp DECREASES and the metal strings gets colder, they contract I think because the atoms/molecules slow down at lower temperatures; the contraction would cause the metal strings to pull sharp in the process. Increasing temps to metal wire...

Yes Count Bassie, I was referring to the voicing of the 1210R in reference to a type of hpf effect. Some players may perceive it as lacking bass, and in a manner of speaking you could say that's correct, because it seems to filter out a lot of sub bass. You don't miss it though because what it...

Cool Count Bassie, yeah it will be interesting to hear how the 1210R works out in the doom band! More cab and speakers can get you more, but everything depends on how much of it all you need. The 1210R can give you what is like an automatic hpf effect at loud volumes so you get deep throbbing...

OP, you need a louder gig! The 1210R only sounds great when it's pumping volume in a loud mix. I love mine, especially paired with my Mesa D800+, who's warmth and deep tone is a good pairing without much eq adjustment necessary. I only take the 1210R out these days if I don't trust the backline...

Try pm'ing @Nino Valenti here or check with him at valentibasses.com. I know he's offered 33" six string basses in the past, probably still does. I have a 33" Valenti five string that is killer. Highly recommended.

Sounds cool. The guitar and bass recording sounds good. I think the issue is with the thing you didn't play or record: the drum track(s). The drums, especially the kick, are mixed way too low. Try bringing the guitar down just so it's present and distinguishable in the rough mix. Lower the bass...

I would suggest you take the bass to a different guitar tech for a second opinion on the last crown and leveling job in that area of the D and G strings. Is it possible the frets in that area were shaped too flat or too peaked, causing the odd string wear? If that's the case then you may have...

Objectively, I believe the US Jazz bass is worth a bit more money right off the bat and will sustain or increase it's value more than the import Skyline. Also, either will sound perfectly like a bass to anyone listening so there is no real sonic edge there unless you have a preference. They both...

Is it possible the last pedal in the chain, the volume pedal, was inadvertantly positioned to minimum volume during the first set up attempt then set correctly when going into the pa? Would be easy to overlook that in the flurry of a quick set up. But yes, carrying your own reliable di is wise!

You literally only lose the top five highest notes of your bass when you lose the G string. I feel like no bass player really "needs" those notes, although admittedly they can be fun to play. And for chordal and melody intensive bass playing the G string is great. If your bass isn't too...

Sounds like a cool opportunity. Even though he's an accomplished and admired musician in your scene, don't worry about what his perception of being a fanboy might be. Instead focus on being professional, respectful, thoughtful, and give him deference in his perspectives since the time he gives...

OP, between your choices I would go for the Hydrive HD112 and run it at 4 ohms, being careful not to overload it with all the wattage of your amp - use your ears and back off the volume if you approach distortion. My experience is that a single 12" (or 15") 8ohm speaker is a big let down if and...