Recent content by lennybass

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    Converting my Rob Allen Deep 5 from 35" to 34" with a zero fret

    I am wondering if you could achieve the same goal with a capo (you can easily and reversibly change the dots with tape or white out)?
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    Boutique Short Scale Options?

    I have a Lefay short-scale (30") fretted and a Lefay medium scale (32") fretless. They are amazing instruments. I also have a fantastic Marleaux 30 and a killer Stambaugh 30". All of these instruments compare favorably to the very finest basses on the market.
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    Any tips on how to most easily transcribe music?

    The way to learn it is to do it every day. Jim Stinnett, a master teacher, explains how to transcribe. You can learn from him by searching for "Real Bass Lessons 224 - Transcribe All The Things You Are." On the question of writing down transcriptions -- I do not usually write down what I...
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    What gear would you buy if you won the lottery?

    EO4 Does the custom shop do short and/or medium scale basses?
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    Fender Custom Shop 1960 Jazz: Jim Stinnett Review

    I love this video of Jim. He was such a great emissary of the bass world and a phenomenal teacher. He was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I am so honored to have learned from him. For those of you that don't know, his family is lovingly maintaining the Stinnnettmusic.com bookstore and...
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    Double Bass Jim Stinnett RIP

    Jim was my teacher and friend. He was an amazing teacher. He had a sixth sense of knowing exactly what I needed to reach the next step. He was selfless; there was nothing he would not do for students that worked hard. And he was a serious, honest, and straightforward teacher. His love of...
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    Citron AE5 'Swallow' for sale

    Nice bass. What is the scale length?
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    Stambaugh 4-String Fretless Bass F/S!!

    I'ts about time! Can't believe this one took so long. You just bought a bass from an amazing musician! Stambaughs are great basses.
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    Stambaugh Fretless 4-String D-tuner Bass

    I can personally attest that this bass is drop dead gorgeous.
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    Double Bass Jazz Jam sessions

    There is a Tuesday night jam on Long Island at Murphy's with John Ray. Murphys Bar and Grill 516 741 1776 234 Old Country Road Mineola, NY 11501 I think it starts around 9pm.
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    New Standard La Scala!

    Hi, is your New Standard La Scala still available?
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    SOLD Stambaugh Fretless Bass F/S!!

    can't believe this is still here.
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    SOLD Stambaugh Fretless Bass F/S!!

    Surprising this is still here. Dig that fingerboard!
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    Custom Fretless D-tuner Bass

    Bump for a great guy and a really nice bass!