Unfortunately, the most likely models for the "Why bass guitars are shaped this way and not this way" pictures would probably be similarly shaped males.Invalid Link Removed
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Unfortunately, the most likely models for the "Why bass guitars are shaped this way and not this way" pictures would probably be similarly shaped males.Invalid Link Removed
That's OK for some people, but what I need is a bass that doesn't sit on the lower slopes of my gut so I can't see the fret ends.Invalid Link Removed
Okay, you ruined it.Unfortunately, the most likely models for the "Why bass guitars are shaped this way and not this way" pictures would probably be similarly shaped males.
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That either needs to be photoshopped or AI image generated, PLEASE!!!Jaco P. played for Cochran and his CC Riders for a few years. Thankfully he didn't wear his hair like Wayne.
... with another guy.
Whoever creates these bass guitar memes obviously does not play bass. At least, they could use artwork that is actually a bass.
More importantly, whoever reposts them should look more cost at the headstock.Whoever creates these bass guitar memes obviously does not play bass. At least, they could use artwork that is actually a bass.
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Yikes. My meds really did a number on that post.More importantly, whoever reposts them should look more cost at the headstock.. However if the shoe fits, it’s an 8 string bass. No mandolin herez
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Now I understand. I'll forget about my silent "whatever".Yikes. My meds really did a number on that post.
Illiterate check correction : More importantly whoever reposts them should count the pegs at the headstock.![]()