I wouldn't put my money on it, sometimes you just need a break and that's all there is.
Maybe paint or do pottery or something.
Maybe paint or do pottery or something.
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Can a new/different bass re-ignite the "passion?"
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I've got thousands of dollars spent that say "No".
Can a new/different bass re-ignite the "passion?"
A farmer pokes his head into a barn and sees his friend dancing and slowly taking his clothes off. The friend shouts, Cletus! What the heck are you doing? He explains that he and his wife are having some problems in the bedroom department. His doctor suggested that he do something romantic to a tractor.
Maybe you need to have your ears cleaned.
A farmer pokes his head into a barn and sees his friend dancing and slowly taking his clothes off. The friend shouts, Cletus! What the heck are you doing? He explains that he and his wife are having some problems in the bedroom department. His doctor suggested that he do something romantic to a tractor.
Maybe you need to have your ears cleaned.
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Moved one bass to the attic for a few months until I forgot it was there. My love for the other basses ignited, and when I picked up that one in the attic, it felt like it was new again (without spending the money).
Switching to another instrument (piano, guitar, singing, flute) changes your perspective too.
And yes, buying new stuff too. If you spend it wisely, you don't need to get rid of it either.
Longest time without music at all (whilst keeping the instruments) was about 5 years. I never feel the need to sell instruments, because I know 'it' always returns.
Switching to another instrument (piano, guitar, singing, flute) changes your perspective too.
And yes, buying new stuff too. If you spend it wisely, you don't need to get rid of it either.
Longest time without music at all (whilst keeping the instruments) was about 5 years. I never feel the need to sell instruments, because I know 'it' always returns.
If it's possible, start playing with someone first. Then, think about changing your equipment. IME, once you start playing, the need for different equipment will taper off if your equipment is decent and appropriate in the first place. For me it's more rewarding to being a bass player first, a bass collector second or not at all.
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Bought a Kala U-Bass a couple of weeks ago. Lovely, sounds great through my Genz Benz rig, like a proper bass.
Started taking it to work, play it in my lunch- break etc. It's a lot of fun.
Main reason for purchase was to play on holiday, I've always taken a bass with me but takes up a lot of room.
This little bass makes a big sound, gets people interested in music and helps to keep my playing improving.
It is a new bass, but a very different bass.
And a lot of fun.
Started taking it to work, play it in my lunch- break etc. It's a lot of fun.
Main reason for purchase was to play on holiday, I've always taken a bass with me but takes up a lot of room.
This little bass makes a big sound, gets people interested in music and helps to keep my playing improving.
It is a new bass, but a very different bass.
And a lot of fun.
I just accidently watched this from a previous post (***),
If it does not inspire you, then it will kill the passion..
I have no words.
WARNING: It can not be un-seen!!
If it does not inspire you, then it will kill the passion..
I have no words.
WARNING: It can not be un-seen!!
If she is pleasantly squirmy.or Can a new/different wife re-ignite the "passion"?
To the OP, IMO no. If you're not feeling it don't play. Take a break and don't be hard on yourself. I definitely would not be bass shopping if I were not feeling it.
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I once had a 4 year hiatus from playing music over the decades. I got real board, of playing guitar. So, more than just get a new guitar, I switched instruments. Now my primary instrument is Bass, and I'm learning drums, and keyboards. What keeps me playing is, creating/recording new music. I get plenty of inspiration and new ideas from watching underground bands play their original music on the YouTube. For new music inspiration check out the following YouTube Channels each week for new music and new artists.
KCRW
KEXP
AudioTreeTV
Jaminthevan
Tripple J
BBC Radio 1extra
Our Vinyl
WFUV public radio
KUTX Austin
512 Studios Live
Jah Mex
These are just a few. There are many more. Each week most of them feature new upcoming artists, and some famous artist with new material. And the best part is they have a variety of music styles.
I was in a similar rut for a while. I realized that it was actually the space where I spent my time playing. It was a bit unorganized, I rearranged the whole room and for whatever reason it made the space more desirable to play in.
Many times? That sounds like it was only ignited temporarily each time...
Many times? That sounds like it was only ignited temporarily each time...
I'm dealin with this "burnout", myself... A definite first.
I haven't been playing nearly as long as the OP, but I've noticed I just lost my interest for a time. I was initially going hard on practicing, making YT covers, finding people to play out with, etc.. Finally got a nice "weekend warrior" type of gig, and the longer I've played, the less interest I have when just at home. I'll pick one of em up from time to time - Sometimes, I get into it, but most times, I'm done after about 20 minutes. And I used to go for 4-6 hours at a time.
I DO notice I still like to gawk at equipment though. Usually the stuff I can't currently afford lol. Even the stuff I can afford is super appealing because it's new and I don't have it. Makes me wonder if making some changes to my stable would give me that interest I once had back. Very tempted to sell one and put that cash towards something new...
I haven't been playing nearly as long as the OP, but I've noticed I just lost my interest for a time. I was initially going hard on practicing, making YT covers, finding people to play out with, etc.. Finally got a nice "weekend warrior" type of gig, and the longer I've played, the less interest I have when just at home. I'll pick one of em up from time to time - Sometimes, I get into it, but most times, I'm done after about 20 minutes. And I used to go for 4-6 hours at a time.
I DO notice I still like to gawk at equipment though. Usually the stuff I can't currently afford lol. Even the stuff I can afford is super appealing because it's new and I don't have it. Makes me wonder if making some changes to my stable would give me that interest I once had back. Very tempted to sell one and put that cash towards something new...
I gotta tell you man, and I keep harping on this but it's the absolute truth. I just bought a Stratocaster and I'm taking lessons at a local university and I can't put the thing down; BUT, I picked up my bass today (just stopped playing actually), and it felt REALLY good. I learned Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd on guitar (it was homework), so I decided to learn the bass part as well. It was fun and I'll upload it to youtube soon.
My point is that maybe you should learn to play a new instrument instead of buying a new bass, and maybe that'll bring back the spark for the bass again.
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Good advice here. I remember seeing a Harry Truman quote once (paraphrased a bit); when you're not sure what to do next, just do what's in front of you. The inspiration will follow.
Been playing for 30 years so I have gotten stale at times. A new instrument has at times moved my playing in a new and fresh direction. That is certainly not to say that a new bass is the ONLY way to reignite passion in your playing. I spent many years gigging nightly on a standard Fender Jazz Bass for instance (not that there was anything wrong with that.) Eventually I realized that my instrument was not really giving me the sound I heard in my mind's ear. I made a major change to a 6 string bass and things really changed for the better. Then years later when I had more money I was able to obtain better quality instruments. I did and again, my playing moved forward dramatically as result. I am sure you get the picture.
