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Bass pet peeves
- Thread starter jd56hawk
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Hey, no big deal. Truthfully, I would probably buy a bass with a non-matching headstock if it was something too cool to pass up.
Not sure if this exactly qualifies for matching.
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I think that's why they left the drums alone on the overdub, a lot of partying going on in the ole Winterland that night. My first date was Godzilla vs. Mothra. I was wearing my Rat Fink pendant, I was so cool back then
Jim
And to stay OT, neck dive, pups getting in the way where I place my thumb or fingers, bridges that are way over engineered, noisy pups, sharp edges that dig into my chest. JimI think that's why they left the drums alone on the overdub, a lot of partying going on in the ole Winterland that night. My first date was Godzilla vs. Mothra. I was wearing my Rat Fink pendant, I was so cool back then
Neck Dive: It's kinda annoying how something so simple is such a total pain.
My six string has it. I actually took a heavy metal strap and bolted it to the back of my bass where the top strap connector is. I then bolted the strap connector to the end of it. It brings the strap out about three inches. It substantially reduced neck dive.
My six string has it. I actually took a heavy metal strap and bolted it to the back of my bass where the top strap connector is. I then bolted the strap connector to the end of it. It brings the strap out about three inches. It substantially reduced neck dive.
I think that's why they left the drums alone on the overdub, a lot of partying going on in the ole Winterland that night. My first date was Godzilla vs. Mothra. I was wearing my Rat Fink pendant, I was so cool back then
Rat Fink! That there is some *olde skool shiz*! I wanted a rat fink shirt - but my folks did not approve! Boooooo!
No knock on Zon Sonus basses, they are wonderful playing and sounding, but that was the only reason I didn't whip out my credit card and walk out the store with one. Maybe there is a sample variation among them, but if the one I tried didn't start heading for the floor everytime I took my hand off the neck, I would have been playing one for the past 15 years. Just that sleight shift in balance even if my forearm is on the upper edge has been a deal killer for a number of makes and models. The very definition of "pet peeve" I guess. Jim
My bedroom was adorned with many Big Daddy Ed Roth creations. Just a cool thing when you were about 11 years old, and playing a tennis racket along with Beatle albums. My folks pretty much gave up on me at an early age
Jim
Relics! Why? Folks are willing to pay extra for a brand new bass and then have them beat the crap out of it! I get a nick on my bass and I freak out!
I'd mainly be concerned about adequate output, playability, and comfort. From there I can pretty much envision the life new strings would bring to it.
Agreed - I bought my main bass at GC with dead strings - but I could tell it played and knew that I liked the sound of a Lakland 4-94 with new strings... but it sure seems that any bass at GC with dead strings is set up terribly too - and that is KEY.
And I was just thinking how there wasn't enough complaining going on around this place. winkie face.
Multiple people mentioned active basses without a convenient, tool-less battery door. Gotta agree with that one.
I've always been annoyed by knobs that no indicator that lets you see how they're set just by looking at them.
I've always been annoyed by knobs that no indicator that lets you see how they're set just by looking at them.
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On the Ergonomic-Front…really cool, awesome looking/sounding basses that have a super-flat fretboard radius. My hands prefer a curvier board and it kills me when I see something really neat (e.g.: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]) and I just know my fretting hand won't bond with it. 
On the Esthetics-Front…as much as I love, and prefer, painted or matching headstocks, it's not a deal-killer. But I'm not here to praise, but rather to grouse.
Hey, there's nothing wrong my MY matte-finished instruments!
I agree on the Demo-Front…a proper demo should showcase the capabilities of an instrument, not be a canvas for bass-wankery. Nothing wrong with some style and flair once they've showcased the basic properties, but dammit guys, let us actually-hear the effin' notes! Play some open strings and let them ring-out for cryin' out loud!!
This also brings up a newly-discovered pet peeve o' mine…bass teachers who thoughtlessly wank around and to show-off their über-chops on an instrument during beginner-level classes!
I try to go to my local Guitar Center's group beginner bass classes as often as possible. Sure, I hope I might learn something fundamental that I might've missed in the past, but that's not the main reason. I go to meet other people who're interested in learning bass. Plus, it's an excuse to bring one of my instruments in and maybe talk tech-stuff with customers and employees.
Now, here's the rub…more often than not, the guy teaching the class will break into a showy display of bass-wankery. I can understand if the intent is to show beginners what they could be capable of someday. But while they're head-down/eyes-closed in their groovilicious moment, I'm watching the other students. One or two look on in awe and wonderment, but many, many more get this look of dread and trepidation. To me, it screams anywhere from, "I can't do that! Does he expect me to do that?!" to "Ugh! I'm such a newbie!" I would like to think this is just me reading between the lines too much, but all-too-often someone(s) quietly whispers that very sentiment to me.
Way to bolster your student's confidence, schmuck!
It makes me want to shout, "Why don't you come down to Earth with the rest of us mere-mortals, you Flea/Geddy/Marcus-wannabe! Can't you see you're scaring some of your students?!", but that would be impolitic to do in a class setting.
P.S.: Any surprise that one particular "teacher" I'm thinking of tried to impress me with a dazzling array of pedals he'd assembled that would rival most guitarist's boards? I just wanted to say, "That's great and all, but which one makes your bass sound like an actual bass?"
P.P.S.: This is not meant to be a slam at Guitar Center. Some stores may suck it fiercely, but my local one is quite nice and has a great staff, even if one or two has their head up up in the clouds.
The boys in "Death Angel" may have something to say too. (00:43 and on)
Mind you, "Act III" was them breaking out of their hardcore/thrash beginnings. I read somewhere one/some of the then-members wished they could drop the band name as it didn't fit their evolving style of music. Sometimes "brand recognition" can hinder as much as it helps.
On the Esthetics-Front…as much as I love, and prefer, painted or matching headstocks, it's not a deal-killer. But I'm not here to praise, but rather to grouse.
Hey, there's nothing wrong my MY matte-finished instruments!
I agree on the Demo-Front…a proper demo should showcase the capabilities of an instrument, not be a canvas for bass-wankery. Nothing wrong with some style and flair once they've showcased the basic properties, but dammit guys, let us actually-hear the effin' notes! Play some open strings and let them ring-out for cryin' out loud!!
This also brings up a newly-discovered pet peeve o' mine…bass teachers who thoughtlessly wank around and to show-off their über-chops on an instrument during beginner-level classes!
I try to go to my local Guitar Center's group beginner bass classes as often as possible. Sure, I hope I might learn something fundamental that I might've missed in the past, but that's not the main reason. I go to meet other people who're interested in learning bass. Plus, it's an excuse to bring one of my instruments in and maybe talk tech-stuff with customers and employees.
Now, here's the rub…more often than not, the guy teaching the class will break into a showy display of bass-wankery. I can understand if the intent is to show beginners what they could be capable of someday. But while they're head-down/eyes-closed in their groovilicious moment, I'm watching the other students. One or two look on in awe and wonderment, but many, many more get this look of dread and trepidation. To me, it screams anywhere from, "I can't do that! Does he expect me to do that?!" to "Ugh! I'm such a newbie!" I would like to think this is just me reading between the lines too much, but all-too-often someone(s) quietly whispers that very sentiment to me.
Way to bolster your student's confidence, schmuck!
It makes me want to shout, "Why don't you come down to Earth with the rest of us mere-mortals, you Flea/Geddy/Marcus-wannabe! Can't you see you're scaring some of your students?!", but that would be impolitic to do in a class setting.P.S.: Any surprise that one particular "teacher" I'm thinking of tried to impress me with a dazzling array of pedals he'd assembled that would rival most guitarist's boards? I just wanted to say, "That's great and all, but which one makes your bass sound like an actual bass?"
P.P.S.: This is not meant to be a slam at Guitar Center. Some stores may suck it fiercely, but my local one is quite nice and has a great staff, even if one or two has their head up up in the clouds.
The boys in "Death Angel" may have something to say too. (00:43 and on)
Mind you, "Act III" was them breaking out of their hardcore/thrash beginnings. I read somewhere one/some of the then-members wished they could drop the band name as it didn't fit their evolving style of music. Sometimes "brand recognition" can hinder as much as it helps.
Yes, there's nothing wrong with your instruments. I understand that people do like matte or flat finishes and many bass guitar manufacturers finish their basses that way, or people even refinish their glossy coat instruments to get a custom flat finish. It's just not for me.Hey, there's nothing wrong my MY matte-finished instruments!
Touching my instruments. Unless I hand it to you or give you permission, DON'T ******* TOUCH IT!
EVER!!!!!!!
I especially hate going out of town and having a guy housesitter. If I was watching someone's house with a similar mancave, I know what I'd be doing. I can only assume he's doing the same.
EVER!!!!!!!
I especially hate going out of town and having a guy housesitter. If I was watching someone's house with a similar mancave, I know what I'd be doing. I can only assume he's doing the same.
