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    *New Supporting Member*

    I am now a "Supporting Member". I am a classically trained Double Bassist living in NYC. I have been playing Double Bass, Bass Guitar, and Guitar for about 20 Years. I am a certified Music teacher in NY, and a String Specialist. I have also taught Music Production Technology, as well as...
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    what kind of oil to use on the fingerboard?

    First, I use masking tape on my body to prevent anything from getting on the paint. The I scuff my fingerboard to clean it with a non-scratch abrasive sponge. I use "Beeswax Feed 'n' Wax which is available at home depot for about $7 a bottle. This also works great on any natural finish...
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    Worth the cash?

    I agree. Mark Bass is consistently "Off the Mark". I would recommend playing as many brand amps within the price range you would like to spend. Consider lightly used gear for a lower price. Also, do not forget to listen to what the amp sounds like from a distance through the cab you will be...
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    FS/FT Ampeg SVT410HE ISO Aguilar DB112NT

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    FS/FT Ampeg SVT410HE ISO Aguilar DB112NT

    Hello All, Up for grabs is an Ampeg SVT410HE Classic cabinet. I am looking to downsize as my wife and I are expecting in a few months. Here are the direct specifications from Ampeg: LF Drivers: 4 x 10” Voice Coil: 2” Magnet Weight (each): 30 oz HF Drivers: Horn/Driver Voice Coil...
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    Played my first show as a bassist. Question.

    As a Bass player I believe strongly in that if I am a half step off, I am a half step to resolving where I meant to be (tri-tone step down). Otherwise, a good smile makes up for the fact that most people feel our notes rather than hear them. "If it is low, let it go!" is my philosophy. As far...
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    The official "Show your basses" thread part 19!

    Invalid Link Removed Kolstein Guarneri Prototype, Warwick MIG Fretless Corvette, Cort Artisan-5, 95' MIM J Bass w/ Leon Quan Bad Ass Bass II Seymore Ducan Quarterpounders, custom potentiometer work, Casio SK-5 "Tablebeast" Bend-Patch synth.