Recent content by richielowb

My main bass these days is a Zon Sonus Special 5 string, and to me what makes a Zon a Zon are the composite necks. The wood necked basses feel cheap in comparison to me but I'm very spoiled by my lady. Zon basses are extremely clear, punchy, and have a nice high end b/c of the composite neck...

Thanks for sharing with us, this is the coolest thread I've seen on TB. You've got some serious skills!! Would you be so kind as to link us to your other builds? I'd love to check out the other stuff you've built.

I wouldn't sell it. Even if you don't tour, you can store your bass in it while at home and have the peace of mind that she will be safe if some knuckle head knocks her over. You won't be able to buy decent pickups with the money you get from it anyway...

logistics analyst for an apparel company. part of a really large global supply chain

I bring my 8x10 to every show regardless. It has the same stage footprint as a 4x10 so I figure what the heck. My band does not have monitors, and every time I've been promised backline or PA access I can't hear myself. If for nothing else, it serves as a huge monitor for me and my drummer...

I recently got the chance to see Victor Wooten and Steve Bailey together at STANFORD UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE! There were like 30 people there and they did a meet and greet/signing afterwards. I've seen many of the greats that you guys have listed but never 2 greats together in an intimate setting...

I go to GC for one reason only. To put my hands all over what I'm considering buying from my mom and pop shop. The thing about GC is you know everything has been, fondled molested, and generally mishandled by every NOOB who can't afford or doesn't deserve to play a really nice instrument. Not...