Recent content by thecagedbird5

You could get one of those dual gig bags. :)

When I picked up electric bass (I started on upright), I didn't like the way my callus on my index finger would cause it to sound different than my middle finger. I heard about Monk Montgomery playing thumb style like his brother Wes did on guitar, so I gave it a try. I love the sound I get and...

It's so hard to find someone who plays exclusively or predominantly thumbstyle these days. Anyone?

I think Dave's playing a different guitar and Boyd's playing a different violin, too... Am I wrong? As to your question, I don't know what kind of bass that is. He's been known to try out a lot of new gear, though, especially live. Gives him a good feel of how it sounds with the band, dig?

Make sure you get your upright fitted with your preferred choice of amplification, mic or pickup, and get an amp that works well with both your upright and your electric bass. That way you don't have to waste money on separate amps and you don't have to worry about hurting yourself on a gig or...

Funny you mentioned that, I just played with the guy who made that site tonight. Anyways, this is definitely what I would suggest.