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    Primus announced on Tuesday that Tim “Herb” Alexander quit the band, “effective immediately,”

    This is like a death in the family. I know it's been a while ago but, that's what Steve Perry of Journey did. Lost the desire to perform and instantaneously and pulled the plug. He was one of the best in the business! Just my opinion. It happens probably more than we know. Either bands go on, or...
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    Is anyone else completely in love with their tone?

    I'm happy with "my tone". I don't try to emulate what someone else puts out. I do my own thing and am happy with it.
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    What's in your pockets?

    Right now, 2 flashlights and extra batteries. I'm tracking a deer for a buddy of mine.
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    Some help required please.

    Could be one of the cords in the chain?
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    Tony Breaks a String ...

    I've done it a couple of times in 50+ years of playing. That's why I take a backup to every gig. Things can go wrong.
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    Is this normal for D’Addario Chrome Flats on a P Bass?

    I've used "rivet washers" before, steel one's. Never had a problem using them. With those you can add or subtract a washer(s) to get where you like.
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    spector neck for new body

    I think you have the right idea about waiting it out to look for a deal. Good luck in your search.
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    Single coil buzzing during the day?

    When I lived in town I had a similar problem. But, I found it. There was a power pole on the edge of my yard that was older and sported an old transformer. During the day when more power was needed, the transformer strained to produce. Thus, it caused my buzzing basses. At night when demand...
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    What's first?

    TUNE...nothing is right until you do.
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    New Bass for our 10 yo bassist

    Good for her! Didn't she have it in their gig where they played "Baby Shark"? (I didn't look) Drums and keys, impressive! These kids are amazing...🙂
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    Singing while playing bass. (meant to post this in general instruction mb)

    I'm one of the lucky ones, it's never been an issue. So, I guess I can't say how to fix it. But, if I'm playing something that is extremely busy or deserves concentration, I won't lead sing the song. I will do backups but that's it. I sing lead on roughly 20 songs a night. Somewhere years and...
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    Guitar Player can't rehearse tonight because he has to help his wife get ready for Halloween in two days.

    Nah, just another continuing 51 bitch session. In my world it's family first! Everything else can follow.
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    Fender basses you have never wanted to mod

    If I like the sound I don't mess with anything. If it "ain't broke don't fix it".
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    Technique doesn’t change the sound!

    The first thing I was told when I started, a "light touch" is you friend. You didn't say, both using finger style, both pick, one pick one finger style. It does matter. Dynamics in music are important. Some players, no matter the instrument, the music type, never learn this technique. Not to...
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    Help me understand the "cushion" behind my speaker in a Gallien Krueger 200MB

    I run GK and have not seen that. Choice time. Either the band turns down or, its going to cost you 2 ways. Another amp and or your hearing! I'd choose my hearing.
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    Super new to bass and bass amps and I'm about to buy this...

    If you can't play it before you buy it, don't bother with it. What you can see is one thing, it's what you can't see. That thing has had a visible rough life.
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    Odd Intonation? Problem

    Simply put, do a full setup. Then check everything. Are these the strings that came on the bass? If so, throw them in the garbage, then do a full setup!
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    Peavy Cirrus BXP5 for $200? Good Deal?

    Let me know where its at and I will buy it. Then, I will let you know how it plays.
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    Bye Bye Band!

    By the end of your second paragraph I can see it.
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    Matthew Sweet health crisis

    Aw damn!
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    New Sire P8 Active/Passive bass

    The preamp is still active no matter what mode you are in.
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    Opinions on entry level Spector basses

    I have a Legend 5 that my son bought me at a mom n pop store for Father's Day. After my setup, and new strings, it is just fine in every way! I've played it out with nothing but good feedback. I've been playing since 68. This bass is surpassed by none. It is now one of my top go to's. In fact, I...
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    HELP, I'M A FACEBOOK VIRGIN!!

    Not fan! Never have been, never will be. That place is about as private as a public bathroom with no doors.
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    My band covering Barracuda by Heart

    Good stuff, we did it years ago also. If I shook my head as much as you do, I'd fall down! Good job!
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    Which is worse - to be bad or boring?

    No matter how you spin it, bad can be boring or, boring can be bad. A tribute band for 2 years and this is their first out!? Something wrong with what they do. Who is the tribute to? Doesn't make sense.
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    Are Washburn basses worth it?

    I was just waiting for OP to reply in some way?
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    Singer tuning songs down too low.. muddy.. but he’s a good friend.. ugh

    I guess for my mind and being a band leader, I don't understand why "best friends" can't just be upfront and honest with each other!? He may be your best friend but, are you his? Tell him and be honest about it. If has fit about it he has set himself above all of you. How does the rest of the...
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    It's been a year since my 8yo asked her friend to pickup a bass, she finally learnt this GunsNRoses song!

    I have been following these kids as close as I can. Words can't describe what watching these talented musicians ggggrow and progress! I can't imagine your pride. Watching them makes me even proud! Actually, brings a tear to my eye when I get the opportunity to watch them play. Thank you!
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    Indoor or outdoor: does it matter?

    That's all I use in or outside. The least wiring the better. I guess all this boils down to how well do you value your equipment??
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    Professional Bass Players Who Uses Budget Instruments?

    When I was Touring I played strictly Fender. That was in the era where the Fenders were king of the road. Our tech set my bass(s) up and went over them before each gig. They played flawlessly and I learned setup from him. My top belief, setup is the most important for any new purchase. In that...
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    Professional Bass Players Who Uses Budget Instruments?

    I've been thinking about this post. Personally, does it really matter what brand, or the cost of a bass that someone plays? I don't go to a gig to examine what the bass player is playing or what it may have cost. It's just that they are playing what they have for a reason. I own some high end...
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    Good Morning Talkbass

    Want me to come over and play it for you? 🙂
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    Where are you right now?

    Well, don't worry about Bambi. We only take mature bucks and have to be 8pt or bigger. I've been bow hunting for over 50 years. I love the chase! The biggest problem I have is keeping trespassing idiots off my 275 acres.
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    Playing Fretless has made me appreciate frets.

    The one thing I have found is, it's tough to be out of tune on a fretless if you have any kind of ear. I'm speaking of during a gig, and slowly by sound finding a string out of tune. (Mostly flat). A slight adjustment with your fretting hand while playing can fix that. No one typically notices...
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    I'm feeling band malaise

    Honestly, this isn't a band. Why stay with something that's non productive or rewarding personally. You leave and I'm not too sure how many bass player's would throw into something like this? Non existent 2 seasons out of the year? Go do something with the folks that play and you enjoy. This...
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    Does this Fender look all original?

    To answer the original question: Uh, no.
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    Can anyone tell me what I have here ? It was a gift.

    That's purdy! If you like it, set it up, and if it sounds and plays decent, play the snot out of it. Or, make it a wall hanger.
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    Guitarist is killing me...

    This^^^^Where is your BL? Must be sleeping! But, if you like the band, stay put. Evidently you are the only one with the problem!? I dealt with this years ago. My solution was to turn down at a gig. When they come at me with a: "I- we can't hear you" complaint then hit the whole band with a: -...
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    Double Bass Dick Smothers

    And he doesn't care if we like his playing or not.