Recent content by GrooveChef

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    Any TBer teaching bass in Staten Island, NY

    Lots of teachers will do online lesson through skype. I know 1 great teacher in Bayside, Queens area. If u are interested I can give u the contact.
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    Interviewing Bassists Stories part 2

    Finally after couple of weeks I finished the whole threads. Congratz to Mr. Wictor for your book. I enjoy the anecdotes and interviews. What caught me the most is Mr. Wictor's and Mr. Thunes's honesty. Honesty that create many bridges which connected all of us as a human being. Thank you! Wish...
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    Where my Buddhist at? (Official Buddhist Bass Club thread)

    Hi all, I am a long time lurker in TB and just recently join in. It surprises me that we have a Buddhist Club here :) I don't follow any specific teaching in Buddhism, I am a "home school" buddhist. I mostly learn the philosophies. I would like to have a number if I am qualified. Thank you!
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    I must be crazy...

    I agree with this statement and it has cost me lots of money. :)
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    How often does your bass go out of tune?

    When I lived in AZ few years back, my bass stay in tune most of the time. The basses mostly stay indoor. The temperature of the room changes from time to time and drastically, especially in the summer. Now I live in NYC and my basses can't stay in tune for more than a day. At least 2 out of...
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    Oldest Bass you've played?

    I own '77 P-bass which is great and it has a nice warm sound. I still need to get used to the neck since I am a J-bass user. It is a bit heavy for me but the sounds are worth the weight. Overall I like the bass and the sound. I also own a late 70's Westminster J-bass. It is a squire model...
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    Fender jazz copy

    Judging from the price, I think it is a MIM fender jazz. In my experience with MIM is more a hit and miss thing. Some of them are very well made. Since you said that you are not too serious yet, I suggest that you try the squire jazz bass. I agree with Jmac and Bassamatic on how well the...
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    Which Fender Jazz finish?

    Sweet looking bass!
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    Which Fender Jazz finish?

    I am a sunburst fan but recently I am dying to get white, especially when they get aged. Just by looking at the picture, you can't go wrong with any color and they fit nicely into any setting IMHO. They all look nice. I guess it is all depend on personal preference, type of music you play...