Recent content by redbeard74

I agree with this. I have shifted to lead vocals in our band and I remember when we got a new (awesome) drummer, a couple of songs I was struggling to sing and play just fell into place for me. I was a bit shocked, then realized the new drummer was laying down a rock solid foundation and that...

Wow. Thanks for all of the responses! Can't wait to dig into them this weekend.:cool:

I am trying to educate myself about tone. I have realized that I don't really know that much about it. I have read a lot of adjectives such as fat warm clean thick bright rich punchy crunchy round tubey growl (actually a verb) I thought it would be helpful if some of you with tone...

OK thanks. Will do.

I was thinking electric, but any thoughts are appreciated.

I am trying to educate myself about tone. I have realized that I don't really know that much about it. I have read a lot of adjectives such as fat warm clean thick bright rich punchy crunchy round tubey growl (actually a verb) I thought it would be helpful if some of you with...

I have been on a prog metal kick for about a year too. My favorite find has been a Polish band called Riverside. Interestingly, the lead singer is the bassist.

Glad to read this thread. These are the comments I have been looking for. I just bought a set of flats (GHS tapewound black nylon) for my Geddy Lee Jazz. They look great on the bass, except for the bright red windings above the nut. I'll have to get used to that, (or sharpie it black)...

Here is mine...

I was in a band called Sheetrock Bucket Surprise. We briefly considered calling ourselves Stationary Bike Stuntmen.

I googled bass forums.

I'm redbeard74 from Georgia. I play a Fender Jazz Geddy Lee model, GK Backline 120, and I just bought a used Ampeg PR-410HLF last weekend (raising funds for a head). I have been playing bass for about 18 years and just recently started playing more (new band). Things I am planning to do...