Recent content by Ricky Hamilton

Thanks for all of the suggestions everyone. I did end up deciding on an Ibanez (I'll post pics when it comes in), but I'll be keeping my eyes out for the others. Next I think I'll be looking for a fretless to try our, so good suggestion on the portamento @Mikejewels

Do you know what the weight on the m5 is? I didn't dig too deep, but I saw a few places selling for ,$675-800. I was originally looking at the lower tier sire(m2, I think) but I much prefer this and the trans blue on the m5. Do you know if the m7 is also light weight and worth the extra money?

So, I've recently been shopping for a new bass that is more comfortable to play on, and I'm really drawn to the Ibanez SR line as it seems to offer my biggest criteria among many of their $600-1000 line. Lightweight, thin neck, and 24 frets. Any recommendations beyond the Ibanez line that I...

Learning how to play like other bass players isn't going to stop you from developing your own style and sound. Don't stop playing just because you have less time, make the time.

I've never held, seen, or played a Fodera. On the topic of Rickenbacker being polarizing, I've always felt like I'm in the minority in finding the Fender Jazz bass to be the most uncomfortable bass to play.

Hi! Lapsed bassist that just got back into playing after a much too long break (10ish years) . Sold my last bass after my second daughter was born since I never had time and needed the cash (hard times thankfully gone), and have since had a third and now have time to get back up to speed and...