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    For Those That Play A P-Bass...Why Do You Like It So Much?

    To me Steve Harris does it perfectly. A Precision Bass with flatwounds sits beautifully in a busy mix.
    Post by: Surly, Sep 15, 2020 in forum: Basses [BG]
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    For Those That Play A P-Bass...Why Do You Like It So Much?

    1. Grab a Fender Precision bass guitar 2. Install flatwound strings of preference
    Post by: Surly, Sep 15, 2020 in forum: Basses [BG]
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    Fretwraps: Cheating?

    I was experimenting with wraps for tapping, on guitar and bass. When you’re tapping on 3 different strings with gain things get quite noisy. Some...
    Post by: Surly, Sep 11, 2020 in forum: Technique [BG]
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    Advice on D'Addario Chromes Light ECB81 (.100) vs Medium ECB82 (.105)

    I like the lighter Chromes because they feel more balanced and prefer the lighter E string also for clarity. I would get the lighter ones, At some...
    Post by: Surly, Sep 3, 2020 in forum: Strings [BG]
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    **The LaBella 760FL Deep-Talkin' Flats LOVE Thread**

    They have a wonderful tone sure. Quality BASS string. save roundwounds for guitars !! Give me some bassy goodness.
    Post by: Surly, Sep 1, 2020 in forum: Strings [BG]
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    Flats on a Stingray Special?

    I love a Stingray with flats! The humbucker with mid bump of flats gives a such meaty tone.
    Post by: Surly, Aug 27, 2020 in forum: Strings [BG]
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    Rounds suggestion for die hard flat player

    Personal preference but Fender Pure nickels 7150 are my favorite rounds and I am a flat lover. I love the feel and tone. They also last a long time.
    Post by: Surly, Aug 27, 2020 in forum: Strings [BG]
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    It turns out "Whats The Best Bass For Metal?" is actually a serious question

    Ok fair enough. However when Flats dull out they loose some highs and when you lose zing you gain mids. Which makes them sound better to me. All...
    Post by: Surly, Aug 27, 2020 in forum: Basses [BG]
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    Flatwound strings - Fender P bass

    Chromes if you want a "bright" flat sound. They do settle down after a while. Beautiful tone!
    Post by: Surly, Aug 27, 2020 in forum: Strings [BG]
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    It turns out "Whats The Best Bass For Metal?" is actually a serious question

    P-bass with flats of course :) Maiden \m/
    Post by: Surly, Aug 27, 2020 in forum: Basses [BG]
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    String suggestions to replace Fender 8250M's??

    I personally am annoyed about the Fender string change. I'm not sure why they would change the classic formula, while keeping the same name, and...
    Post by: Surly, Jun 14, 2015 in forum: Strings [BG]
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    Are there any punk bands with good musicianship?

    Already mentioned---The Ramones!! Simple riffs, played right, good musicianship. Straight rock man, punk will never die in the heart! [MEDIA]
    Post by: Surly, Mar 10, 2015 in forum: Miscellaneous [BG]
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    Fender American Standard Precision 2010 pickups?

    Also checkout the EMG Geezer for P-bass. There is an 80 page thread on this pickup! It's very comparable to the SPB1.
    Post by: Surly, Mar 3, 2015 in forum: Pickups & Electronics [BG]
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    Geezer Butler signature pick ups

    Yes, big boy, that is the consensus! Also, they are not "hot" or "scooped"
    Post by: Surly, Mar 3, 2015 in forum: Pickups & Electronics [BG]
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    The absolute best strings! For everyone. Guaranteed...

    If not for Talkbass, I would not have discovered Labella Flatwounds. Maybe I'd find them on ebay and try them? Probably not without some wisdom...
    Post by: Surly, Feb 27, 2015 in forum: Strings [BG]

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