Recent content by Zander4724

Thanks a lot for your support, Raymeous! And glad you like my arrangement of 'Tears in Heaven'! :-)

Thanks a lot! And here's a new video if anyone wants to check it out: Cheers, Zander

Hi guys, Just in case anyone wants to check out my new solo bass album, here's a link where I discuss each piece in detail, focusing on techniques and compositional ideas. Included is a detailed discussion on altered tunings and piccolo strings, if anyone's interested in that approach...

I agree, Aidonius - once you get used to it, it's really cool. Also, as Mr Manring said, the timbre of the string is different. I think this different timbre idea is really important, especially since the 020 string will, probably most often, be the highest string on the bass. Therefore, a...

Hey guys, Check out this new video by Aram - it's a great composition and sounds amazing. And it sounds incredible with headphones because you can hear all the cool panning/effects work he does. Cheers, Zander

Thank you, CauliColin! Glad you like it :) Zander

Thanks for your kind words, Ben! As for the views, I actually feel extremely lucky for being where I'm at, so please don't feel bad. :smug: Cheers, Zander

Thanks a lot, slaps76 and MopHarris! MopHarris, I'm actually using an altered tuning in this piece. For my equipment, I'm playing a Zon VB4 bass with D'Addario piccolo strings and recording directly into my Macbook; I've also applied a 'Cathedral' reverb. Please feel free to check out the...

Thanks, guys. I appreciate your comments and I'm glad you like it!

Hi guys, I posted this cover of 'The Unforgiven' on YouTube a little while ago and I thought I'd share it here as well. If anyone wants to check it out, here's the link:

Thanks for letting me know, Michael. I hope the recording sessions go well over the upcoming months. Best wishes, Zander

Michael, thank you for the compliment - that's very kind of you! By the way, may I ask how things are progressing with your new solo album? Zander

Hi basskid, That's great that you're interested in altered tunings - I can testify that they're fantastic fun! Altered tunings on bass is something that has been well developed for a while now. All you have to do is check out Michael Manring, who has pioneered the use of altered tunings...

Thanks, man - glad you like that tune. And good luck with you acoustic bass and future compositions. Best wishes, Zander

Thanks!