Recent content by tpltx70

I completely feel you, because shortly after I dove into fretless, I decided to go for broke and buy a Carvin 6-string fretless. My friend, the first 2-3 months were a complete disaster! I only played the Carvin at home until I got used to it. The biggest adjustment was in my hand position...

I really like the DR strings as well, but I have standardized on Carvin 6-string Electric Bass 6511 for my 6-string fretless. It's also an ebony fretboard and has had minimal wear and tear in 17 years of playing. DR was my brand of choice before I stepped up to 6-string. Not only are they...

I agree with the previous reply. Solos just for the sake of soloing are wanking if you ask me. Fast notes are no good without some sort of framework to build around. I strongly recommend you study the basic tenets of music theory - chords, scales, and basic progressions (e.g. the "blues...

Sweet, always up for sharing pics of my instruments. I only have the "Green Monster" handy, but will add the others later from home.