So what kind of string action do you prefer?
Personally I prefer just around 2mm ~ 5/64" or slightly bellow, low E string measured at 12th fret, and my main is even ever so slightly bellow at the last fret, probably closer to 1.5mm ~ 4/64" at 12th fret.
And that is without any fret buzz what...
I realize there probably won't be many people having one, since it is somewhat a small niche with not a lot of options on the market, but if you do post a picture of yours with a few words about it.
Mine is a 5 string Ibanez GSRM25 Mikro bass, with a just 28,6" scale length, poplar body, maple...
Has anyone else noticed how the young people today are bearing their bear ankles in long pants that are too short for them? In San Francisco, I've seen how pants are intentionally rolled up to expose bear ankles or wildly colorful socks that do not match the pants. Is this a fashion trend or is...
My menu of responses:
To my friends: “It’s a stinky little bar band.”
2. To strangers: “We’re big in Hartford.”
3. To people at a club who want to know if tonight’s band is any good: “We suck, but here we are anyway. It’s a mystery to me, too.” :D
I must confess that I love the sound of heavy old cabs and EV and JBL K drivers. I know that there are lightweight options that sound very good, but they are all pretty pricey. I am getting older and my bones and joints are starting to give me warnings.
Today I discovered this. I could get one...
William Shatner is appearing here soon. There will be a screening of Wrath of Khan, followed by Shatner reminiscing and taking questions from the audience. Tickets are priced around $60-$80. This is at an upscale performing arts venue.
You can also buy a separate ticket to have your photo...
Fer me, and I have no idea why, its...
My Own Worst Enemy
For some reason pretty much every cover band I've ever played in played it, and played it every time we played.
And I still give it my all :). Well... I try...
TI JF344 long scale Jazz Flats cost $81.99 Canadian atInvalid Link Removed. That’s about $62.00US vs $84.29US for the same set at Juststrings.com. Gotta love when the Canadian dollar goes for a dump against the US dollar but the Canadian price doesn’t rise to match the difference, eh?
I purchased a Lakland Skyline Hollowbody 30" a few months ago and love it. I generally like flats and have TI Jazz flats on my Jazz. I'm wondering what strings TB'ers who have actually owned or played the Skylineline Hollowbody 30" have liked, and why.
Apparently the TIs won't actually fit on...
My super clean 2014 USA Fender Precision bass for your 2010+ USA Jazz 4 or 5 string.
All stock except Fender brand A-string stealth retainer.
Custom shop pups, graphite supports, HMB, set up with new Roto 77’s - bought as a backup - bass isn’t even broken in yet! No case but open to including...
My super clean 2014 USA Fender Precision bass for your 2010+ USA Jazz 4 or 5 string.
All stock except Fender brand A-string stealth retainer.
Custom shop pups, graphite supports, HMB, set up with new Roto 77’s - bought as a backup - bass isn’t even broken in yet! No case but open to including...
I've recently developed an appreciation for how awesome mahogany is for a bass body. My bass is paired with an ebony fingerboard and I don't think it could sound any better than it does now.
What is your favorite fingerboard to pair with a mahogany body?
To me, my bridge saddles seem to be angled very far back. My action is set pretty low. It was anywhere between 3/32 to 5/32 at the 16th fret (I think) before, then I raised it, giving each saddle screw a full turn. I didn‘t measure the action height.
Is this normal for the saddles to be this...
I just bought this preamp to upgrade my Peavey Millennium+ (along with some Bartolini pickups which will also be for sale here shortly). Unfortunately, as often happens to me, when a project takes too long to get off the ground, it invariably gets derailed by something else and ultimately...
Looking to trade my Stingray Stealth neck for a Stingray Stealth SLO neck. My neck is in excellent condition, no issues or marks to speak of. Made in 2016.
Looking to trade my Stingray Stealth neck for a Stingray Stealth SLO neck. My neck is in excellent condition, no issues or marks to speak of. Made in 2016.
So, I just did my first refinish and painted my Squier VI in "Silberdistel Metallic" ("Thistle Green Metallic"), an ancient color used by Mercedes in the 70's:
Now I'm curious to see yours! Jazzies, Precis, even your Fodera: as long as you did the refinish yourself, show it off!
Last year I had kind of a tax headache from one venue that insisted on 1099'ing the band. Naturally, the Bass Player got stuck signing for it and collecting taxes - Federal, State, and Local from the rest of the band. :laugh:
This got me thinking - what percentage of your gig payments are...
repost of an article i found on the net. There is much to agree with here. Not all, but a lot.
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7 Reasons Nobody Goes to Your Shows
1) You suck
Maybe you’re just not that good. Sorry. Most bands aren’t. Most bands are starry eyed and spend more time...
Hey TB!
Since I can’t afford a Rick and don’t want a Chinese knockoff I am considering using virtual bass modeling software to emulate the Rick sound on my Yamaha RBXJM2.
I have come across Scarbee Rickenbacker 4003 officially licensed modeling software for only $100 and it sounds great.
I...
Did you ever have one of those experiences playing where not only everything was clicking but the music took on a whole 'nother level - where it felt like the music was playing you rather than you playing the music? Preferably not substance- or ego- induced where you were the only one who...
Sell me on a color. I love both black and cherry finishes... was going to get cherry, but black is available now and cherry isn't in stock yet... Show me some pics, guys...make em sexy and convince me your color choice is the best one.
"If you don't go to my show, don't expect me to go to yours.....and that's the way it is"
This was said to me the other day from a local guitarist when we were talking about another local band
The local metal scene here is a pretty tight group, and I've always been an advocate of supporting my...
I use odd gages, and have been ordering from a now defunct retailer who was able to give me very fair prices on those specific gages.
Does anyone have any recommendations they could share?
I use Ken Smith strings.
Thanks.
Hi All,
Some of you know that I generally shy away from effects. Usually just an odd chorus or flange and maybe just a hint of grit. I've always enjoyed goofing around with envelope filters but never managed to actually use them effectively (pun intended ;)).
With all of the different companies...
Title says it all. For me it’s:
1. Slipknot- Custer
2. Mushroomhead- Mother Machine Gun
3. Korn- Here To Stay
4. Slipknot- My Plague
5. Slipknot- Heretic Anthem
Hey guys,
I recently watched this video featuring a guitar player's wife going over his gear and testing her knowledge.
It reminded me of two Christmases ago, when after a few beers my girlfriend and went through my gear that still resides at my parent's house. The results are as follows...