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  1. Robert B
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    Jamerson on Can't Get Next to You

    A great, dynamic tune from the 70's was "Can't Get Next to You" by the Temptations: Here's Jamerson's isolated track. Sounds competent, not...
    Thread by: Robert B, Jun 20, 2018 at 7:41 AM, 0 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  2. Michael Eisenman
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    Jamerson, animated

    This is kind of interesting: Watch an Animated Visualization of the Bass Line for the Motown Classic, "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" | Open Culture
    Thread by: Michael Eisenman, Jun 14, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  3. Badwater
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    Great recording from the Funk Brothers

    If you have to ask who are the Funk Brothers, you're not alone: Google it for the full history. Here's a great song that can apply to the Memoral...
    Thread by: Badwater, May 25, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Recordings [BG]
  4. johntone
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    SOLD Labella James Jamerson set

    this set is brand new and unopened - sealed in an air tight plastic seal. i was given this set by a guitar tech on the road over a year ago and...
    Thread by: johntone, May 10, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale: Parts, Strings, and Accessories
  5. jacobsilver
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    One of my favorite Jamerson tracks...

    Howdy! This track, "Joy (Takes Over Me)" from Stevie's "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" album has always been one of my favorite Jamerson tracks. Here...
    Thread by: jacobsilver, May 7, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Recordings [BG]
  6. rtslinger
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    James Jamerson video

    Pretty cool video I found thought I would share [MEDIA]
    Thread by: rtslinger, Mar 28, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  7. beam2611
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    Submission James Jamerson - Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Bass Transcription / Bass TAB

    Hey guys, Here's my transcription based on James Jamerson isolated bass track for the Motown classic by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell "Ain't No...
    Thread by: beam2611, Feb 20, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  8. IamGroot
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    James Jamerson - Marvin Gaye : What's Going On - What's Happening Brother (Live 1972)

    [MEDIA] I guess I never saw heard a live performance of James, let alone a filmed one. James playing is beautiful and its not a copy of what is...
    Thread by: IamGroot, Feb 12, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  9. Smoove-Groove
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    Jamerson in a box?!?!

    Man, I would love to have one of these for the home studio. It's supposed to be an exact recreation of the preamp Jamerson and the other Funk...
    Thread by: Smoove-Groove, Feb 1, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: Recording Gear and Equipment [BG]
  10. b15fliptop
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    GoFundMe for James Jamerson Headstone

    From the GoFundMe page: "The purpose of this is to raise money for a burial Headstone for James Lee Jamerson, Sr. All donations will go towards...
    Thread by: b15fliptop, Jan 9, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  11. chrisaxe
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    Submission James Jamerson - At Last 'I Found A Love' (Marvin Gaye)

    Hi all, I have just finished my full transcription for the Marvin Gaye track 'At Last (I Found A Love). Full transcription and analysis of the...
    Thread by: chrisaxe, Dec 20, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  12. chrisaxe
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    James Jamerson Analysed - Bass Solo from Marvin Gaye's At Last (I Found A Love)

    Hi all, It's been a while but I have finished another analysis of Jamerson's playing. This time I have looked at his bass break from Marvin...
    Thread by: chrisaxe, Dec 20, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  13. drewphishes
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    what jamerson songs to learn?

    I know I should learn them all but what are a good 3-5 songs that I should def get under my belt.
    Thread by: drewphishes, Nov 21, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: Technique [BG]
  14. Knavery
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    Collection of James Jamerson tunes?

    Hey all, I was reading an article in Bass Player magazine about the 100 best bassists. Not surprisingly, James Jamerson got #1. My question is......
    Thread by: Knavery, Nov 20, 2017, 11 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  15. Mr_O'B
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    James Jamerson - Must Read Article.....

    I found this article extremely interesting! Rick Suchow - NYC Bassist / Writer - Bass
    Thread by: Mr_O'B, Nov 19, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  16. jamersonburton
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    Roger Waters Duff Mckagan Jamerson

    Ah the pbass, what a beauty. I have a Fender Highway 1 Precision bass that I really love and I can't see myself selling for a very long time if...
    Thread by: jamersonburton, Oct 24, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Pickups & Electronics [BG]
  17. Mr.Fingers
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    James Jamerson allegedly used a Fender Bass V in the studio... he actually did!

    I encountered this snippet of a (staged?) studio-outtake with The Supremes. We clearly see the 5-tuner headstock in the opening seconds. That...
    Thread by: Mr.Fingers, Oct 2, 2017, 37 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  18. Later_Peter
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    the Standing in the Shadows of MOTOWN (the James Jamerson book)

    Received a brand new copy (with the 2 CDs intact) via Abe Books $15 (shipped)... Just sayin'
    Thread by: Later_Peter, Jul 22, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: General Instruction [BG]
  19. el_Bajo_Verde
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    Short-scale La Bella Jamersons?

    I just ordered a set for my 28.6" scale ESP B5-JR. I can't find any info on these...anyone have experience with them?
    Thread by: el_Bajo_Verde, Jul 7, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: Strings [BG]
  20. bolophonic
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    James Jamerson isolated recording question

    Let me preface this by swearing my undying reverence for Mr. Jamerson. But is it my imagination that the intonation on his bass sounds noticeably...
    Thread by: bolophonic, Jun 16, 2017, 32 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  21. Snaxster
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    An auction of "James Jamerson Owned and Played 1961 Fender Precision Bass..."

    Thanks to this thread, I found this listing by an auction house: James Jamerson Owned and Played 1961 Fender Precision Bass... And I thought...
    Thread by: Snaxster, May 16, 2017, 148 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  22. Jloch86
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    Submission Gladys Knight - Feelin' Alright (Jamerson)

    The string skipping during the verses ain't easy. [MEDIA]
    Thread by: Jloch86, May 8, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  23. tyohars
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    To sounds like Marcus Miller and James Jamerson at the same time

    I always play with flats and fingers, cause I love James Jamerson sounds. But recently I'm trying something new, I'm trying to learn slapping. My...
    Thread by: tyohars, May 7, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: Strings [BG]
  24. crios
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    Influences (James Jamerson)...

    We well know that James Jamerson made major contributions in the world of bass; music as a whole. Let's share a few thoughts on what inspired the...
    Thread by: crios, Apr 22, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Miscellaneous [BG]
  25. bassdude51
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    SOLD Book: Standing In The Shadows Of Motown J. Jamerson + 2 Cds

    Pretty much a "must have" for most bassists! As if the book itself with wonderful Jamerson history, info and photos is not enough, included are 2...
    Thread by: bassdude51, Apr 7, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: For Sale: Parts, Strings, and Accessories
  26. Pier_
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    Labella Jamerson Flatwound on a Sterling SUB Ray4?

    Hi everybody, since december I'm using the wonderful 0760M on my Harley Benton JB75. I knew these strings before, and fell in love again after...
    Thread by: Pier_, Mar 20, 2017, 12 replies, in forum: Strings [BG]
  27. Ant Illington
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    Request Fingerings for Standing in the Shadows book- Jamerson

    Do any of you advanced players have written fingerings for any of the songs in the book or do you care to do any? Particularly interested if you...
    Thread by: Ant Illington, Mar 18, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  28. Jloch86
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    Submission Marvin Gaye - What's Happening, Brother (Jamerson)

    [MEDIA]
    Thread by: Jloch86, Mar 8, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  29. Jloch86
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    Submission The Spinners - It's A Shame (Jamerson)

    Mind boggling mental and physical gymnastics on this one. The muting, ghost notes, angular approach notes... this one has it all. All improvised...
    Thread by: Jloch86, Mar 3, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  30. Pirate Captain
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    Anybody using Jamerson Hook Technique?

    Curious to hear from any Jamerson/Motown heads out there. Are any of you using Jamerson's one-finger "hook" technique. I've gotten to the point...
    Thread by: Pirate Captain, Feb 12, 2017, 24 replies, in forum: Technique [BG]
  31. Jloch86
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    Submission Jackson 5 - Darling Dear (Jamerson)

    Among bass players, I don't need to talk about how incredible this improvised(!) bass line is. Jamerson was the Charlie Parker of electric bass....
    Thread by: Jloch86, Jan 23, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: Tablature and Notation [BG]
  32. chrisaxe
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    James Jamerson Analysed

    Hi everyone, For those of you who aren't already aware, I run a website called 'Jamerson Analysed' where I take a closer look at Jamerson's...
    Thread by: chrisaxe, Jan 22, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: General Instruction [BG]
  33. Grumpynuts
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    Schecter Elite 5 impressions

    So still pretty new to bass, and hate tuning up and down for all the songs I enjoy playing, and the consequential effects on string tension amd...
    Thread by: Grumpynuts, Jan 14, 2017, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  34. Killed_by_Death
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    Jamerson vs. Kaye - the hits

    So, who do you figure played on more hits?
    Thread by: Killed_by_Death, Dec 19, 2016, 52 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  35. Dr. Cheese
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    please delete

    please delete
    Thread by: Dr. Cheese, Nov 18, 2016, 1 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  36. jallenbass
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    SOLD LaBella Jamerson Flatwound Set

    Complete set of LaBella Original 1954 Fender Style Bass Strings aka Jamerson's. Broken in with a lot of life left in them. Cut for a Fender style...
    Thread by: jallenbass, Nov 11, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: For Sale: Parts, Strings, and Accessories
  37. Ramleg85
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    SOLD Jamerson Labella flatwound strings

    Selling some Labella jamerson flatwound strings. been playing on for around 4 years, nice and broken in. 4 strings, been cut and stringed on...
    Thread by: Ramleg85, Nov 9, 2016, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale: Parts, Strings, and Accessories
  38. jacobsilver
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    House On The Hill-Steve Wonder-James Jamerson

    Hey All! Thought I'd share a video I made playing along to Stevie Wonder's "House On The Hill". Jamerson is on fire on this track, so I had to...
    Thread by: jacobsilver, Oct 2, 2016, 9 replies, in forum: Recordings [BG]
  39. otownbassist
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    Modern James Jamerson?

    Are there any more recent session bassists (or bassists in general) who have some mad skills like James Jamerson? All I ever hear about are the...
    Thread by: otownbassist, Jul 24, 2016, 140 replies, in forum: Bassists [BG]
  40. matty1039
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    Challenge: Prince and pauper rigs

    A guitar magazine I used to read had a cool column about how to sound like someone on a prince's budget ($5,000) or a pauper's budget ($500 to...
    Thread by: matty1039, Jul 16, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
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