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I have an '08 american standard jazz. It has a small nick in the neck. Is there a way to cover it up or anything? You really cant see it unless you look close but it annoys me that its there.

I'm getting a bass that has had a plejk service done on it, can anyone tell me what this is and whats its all about?

Does a bass made of ash do anything to the sound or is it cosmetic?

How can I tell what year an American Standard Jazz is?

I've been playing since December and when I use 4 fingers on my left hand I get a sharp pain below my pinker towards the wrist. It gets so bad I have to either stop for a while or grit my teeth and play through it. I asked my instructor to check my technique and he says my hand position and...

I want to buy a nice amp and have looked at GC and MF websites but if I could buy a used version it could save me some bucks. Is buying a used amp a good idea? Could there be any problems associated with buying used? Should I only buy on local? Any info would be appreciated... I'm...

I'm from Kansas City and am a BBQ fanatic. What does everyone like in their bbq and what region do you prefer? Texas, Memphis, the Carolinas, Kansas City? Aint nothing like eatin a rib and then pickin up your bass. A little soul sauce does wonders for the sound :)

Ok, just started back in december so here's an easy question... I use a Rogue LX400 Pro with factory strings. How much difference is there in stock strings and a set of real good ones? Does it matter on a cheaper bass?

Ok, I just started playing bass in december and have been taking private lessons ever since. The other night at a bar where my bass teacher plays with his band, he comes up to me during a break and tells me he wants me to sit in on a song coming sometime. My jaw dropped. After figuring...

There is a band playing at a local bar, and on their website it says open jam. What exactly is this, do people get up and play with the band, or do other bands play by themselves and take turns? What is the format?

Just got me a metronome yesterday and I see you can adjust how many beats per minute you want to play. My question is when you are reading basic music notes from sheet music, how do I know what to set my metronome to? Does sheet music for songs tell you the speed to play?

USCF or online?

A friend of my wife's came over yesterday and saw my bass. I played a little of it, and he said he thats cool but he could totally kik my butt in guitar hero. I'm like just because you get a high score in mario kart does'nt mean you can race nascar. (Not meaning I'm good at bass, but meaning...

Whats the difference between a jazz bass and a regular bass. Not sure the right term for it, so I just called it that. I have a $200 Rogue Lx400 Pro. What is the right term for this bass?

Hey all, new member to the forum here, and am just passing the time at the vegas airport waiting for m flight home. Enjoing a huge bass ale and a shot of crown royal and thought I'd give a shout out to you all!

Can anyone explain to a begginer what a perfect 4th and perfect 5th are in relation to intervals?

I'm about a month in to taking lessons and my bass has fret buzz while playing an open strings. Headin to my lesson now, This is messed up.

I am a total beginner when it comes to bass or any instruments for that matter. When I play my e-string on the 1st fret it gives a bad buzz. The rest of the frets seem fine. Should I spend the money for a setup? Or is it something else.

Was very instructional. Probably the most important lesson in my opinion. Showed me all about the bass, how to tune properly etc...Went over some exercises, left hand right hand. I have serious issues with the one finger per fret spacing exercise. Its almost like I have to actually use my...

First off, I'm new to playing any instrument, and I just got my bass about a week ago. When I play the e string on the first fret it gives a horrible buzz sound, and slight buzz on the 2nd fret. it seems the rest of the frets are fine with a nice sound. Does this mean my bass needs to be...

First of all, I'm 34, and have never picked up an instrument before in my life. I never had an interest in guitar, but love the bass, and love to listen to the bass in various songs. I am taking private lessons starting monday. I just hope I'm not too old to learn to play, especially...

Just got a bass the other day, and will be taking lessons starting this monday. I'm 34, and have never played before. Regular guitar has for some reason never interested me, but the bass, what I call the "soul" has always captivated me. I can remember when I wa sin my early twentires checking...