Recent content by Kamealoha Maui

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    Kala UBass Megathread, Part 4

    Yes only A#on 1st fret of A string. Just tried playing A# on 6th fret of E string and apparently does not have similar problem.
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    Kala UBass Megathread, Part 4

    Newbie question about string buzz on a mahogany Kala, fretless, acoustic-electric U-Bass. I sometimes get a loud annoying buzz while playing A# (1st fret on A string). I am new to bass so it may be poor technique. Someone suggested checking the truss rod. Does a Kala acoustic-electric U-Bass...
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    String buzz on fretless Kala U-Bass

    Mahalo (thanks) to both of you for helpful suggestions. String seems wound ok and in the nut groove. So far putting added pressure on the index finder seems to help. The buzz has been inconsistent in the past. I will alternate playing A# on the first fret of the A string and 6th fret on the...
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    String buzz on fretless Kala U-Bass

    Not sure if it is my poor technique (just learning), string problem, or a defective instrument. I sometimes get a loud annoying buzz at first fret on A string (A#). Problem only occurs on A string. Attempts to modify my technique do not seem to make a difference. Playing a Kala fretless...
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    Kala UBass Megathread, Part 3

    New Bass player with Kala UBass, acoustic, fretless. Considering Ampeg BA-110, Fender Rumble 30, and Marshall MB-30. Any recommendations? Thanks.