Recent content by vanessamonster

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    Am I crazy.... Ibanez SR Basses

    The Ibanez soundgears are the best bass you can get for the money. I have 300 and it rocks. My only complaint is that the more high end soundgears don't come in a lefty version.
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    A $1,000 bass vs. a $4,000 bass: What's the Difference?

    Lots of good posts in response to this question. I recently got into a similar discussion with a friend who makes his entire living from teaching and playing guitar and bass. He said he'd never pay more than $500 for a guitar or bass. His rationale was that there are plenty of quality...
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    Just Played Live Through an Ampeg 810

    Rock On!!!:bassist:
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    If Chuck Norris played bass...

    He would grab Lemmy's Rick and beat him with it.:bassist::bassist:
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    New bassist looking for a good practice amp.

    A little 10 or 15 watt is fine for starting out. Before spending a lot of money on a bigger amp, play for a while, and figure out what sound you want to go for. When I practice, I don't want the whole neighborhood to hear my mistakes, or hear me playing the same thing over and over. I...
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    Age Issue rears it's ugly head after audition.

    I'll add this. I worked with a drummer within the past year who was in his 60's. He was amazing, and probably the best drummer I've ever worked with. Playing with him was a joy.
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    Age Issue rears it's ugly head after audition.

    Age shouldn't matter. It only matters to people who lack substance. The longer you play, the better you get. That is a fact. That being said, I'd be suspicious of younger blues players.