Recent content by mdowns2001

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    Is this a case of throw it against the wall and see what sticks?

    Fender did make a Rascal, although with a different pickup configuration. I have one.
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    Help me name an 80s tribute band

    8EZ (pronounced 80's - in some kind of neon font)
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    Unsung Singing Bassists

    How about Ms. Mann?
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    Unsung Singing Bassists

    Another vote for Benjamin Orr!
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    Was there any good punk rock?

    Klaus Flouride is no slouch.
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    Was there any good punk rock?

    Joe Raposo was about 17 when this was recorded.
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    Where should I start listening to Funk?

    The Crusaders!
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    Post-punk bassists

    Can anyone give a simple explanation of what post punk is?
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    NBD: Fender Mustang Reissue

    The Rascal is a really nice bass. It has a long body. Just look at how much wood is behind the bridge compared to your Mustang. That is why it plays like a long scale. It's definitely a keeper. Hopefully it'll be one of those 'rare' Fenders one day. To me, the pickups, although very versatile...
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    NBD: Fender Mustang Reissue

    I'm interested in buying it if you decide to sell it. I bought a Rascal for the short scale but it plays like a long scale. I need something more compact.
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    Fender Squier VM Jazz neck pocket quandaries...

    I bought the same bass a few years ago and after a few months it sat in the corner, sadly, unplayed. After breaking the wrist on my fretting hand on 5 seperate occasions in my youth, it turns out that fretless bass isn't for me. The body on my VM is really nice and I wanted to keep it. I...
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    Who Are Some Highly Technical Pick Players?

    Cody Wright with the Jonathan Scales Fourchestra is an awesome pick player. Very funky and technical. As far as punk goes - Jay Bentley.