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    Double Bass Failing (Tom Johnson) - good recordings?

    Thanks to everyone for replying. I am intrigued by this piece and want to hear more performances of it. I have seen the available Youtube videos with Gary Karr. Jason Heath and jcobalis. Great performances but low quality video recordings obviously, so was looking for something better to...
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    Double Bass Failing (Tom Johnson) - good recordings?

    Hi there, I'm looking for a good recording of Tom Johnson's "Failing: A Very Difficult Piece For String Bass". There's a forum thread on this but it doesn't mention any classic recordings http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=150939&highlight=failing A Google search shows...
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    Double Bass help identify this bass

    How did your lesson with Geoff go? Best to let Geoff sort you out on what your setup should be. My guess is though that Geoff will want you to start with string height at the end of the fingerboard at 8mm (E), 7mm (A), 6mm (D) and 5mm (G). The fingerboard should be as flat as possible without...
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    Double Bass help identify this bass

    Hey there bassplayer48. Great to see you got your new bass. Have fun and keep in touch. Let me know how you go with Geoff Kluke (teacher).
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    Double Bass cars for double bass?

    2007 Mini Cooper S. Double bass fits in from the boot with the rear seats folded down, front passenger seat folded forward a little and the headstock jammed in between front passenger seat and window. Bass stays secure and I have full visibility. Also have room for at least a PA, one...
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    Double Bass Joined the Dark side

    Welcome to the club Bassplayer48. I bought my first double bass from Puglisi in May 2007. A Hofner, sounds similar to yours with a Realist pickup. How much did you end up paying for it? Have been studying under Geoff Kluke (Melbourne jazz legend) and he's really helped me fine tune the...