Recent content by Treybass

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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    Yeah, Richmond is the place that's 2.5 hours away x]. I haven't tried sticking it in my car yet, I guess I can give it a try.
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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    Hey, Thanks for all the replies guys! So, what if I don't have a reputable luthier in my area? Can I tackle the project on my own? I live in the Hampton roads area of Virginia, and the closest reputable luthier I can find is 2.5 hours away from where I live, which is going to be a tough place...
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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    Okay, I measured the space between the fingerboard and the strings. This is what I have: E: 10mm (keep in mind there is a bevel for the E string) A: 10mm D: 14mm G: 15mm Is that some crazy inconsistent action, or am I just a noob? EDIT: Also, the strings are clearly flatwounds. I...
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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    Okay, thanks guys! Maybe I can get some pictures of the string height in the morning :) I agree that finger strain is never good. Speed, dexterity, and endurance don't come from finger strength, they come from eliminating as much tension in the fingers as possible. EDIT: The bridge is not...
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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    So, what if I want to play Jazz AND classical? I rechecked the radius, and it's actually fine. I think you're just seeing the bevel for the E string. Pictures can be kinda deceiving, haha.
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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    Hey, Sorry, TheSuzie. I'm just used to the thousands of posts per day on the BG side ^__^ I can be patient! I'll keep looking around the interwebs for answers, too!
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    Double Bass My first upright (info needed!)

    I'm hoping some of you catalog gurus can help me out! I just bought a used Scherl and Roth bass for $900 on Craigslist. Can you tell me more about it? Serial#: 40 10780 CAT#: R 606 E3 The previous owner said she bought it for over $3000, but I think it's a lie because she also says it's a...
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    Double Bass Thompson vs. Cecilio CDB-200

    Thanks! Do you have any clips of the Euro Ply Basses? I can't seem to find any.. Maybe I'm looking in the wrong places :)
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    Double Bass Thompson vs. Cecilio CDB-200

    Hi guys! I'm in the market for a decent plywood upright. Right now, I'm looking at the Thompson, or the [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]. Have any of you played these basses? I think the Thompson sounds simply incredible, but I see that a lot of stores are selling the Cecilio for as...
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    Online Lessons

    Well, it's proven so far that it's an indispensable tool! :smug::smug:
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    Online Lessons

    PM sent :)
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    Online Lessons

    I'm wanting to do the Musicdojo with Adam, but every time I go to make a transaction, there's an error. The error tells me to send an email to the support. So, I send an email aaannnddd... No reply. I send a second email annddd... No reply. I also notice that the site's security certificate has...
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    DR strings on a Warwick - Will they fit?!?!

    I hear ya. My manual says that if the low B is thicker than a .125, get a tapered. I've already picked out some DR Lo-Riders with a .125 low B :)
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    Basses that just sound BAD...

    any bass with JUST a single coil jazz pup near the bridge. ew haha