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#24
Kelly robinson said:
Dear Dr -
We've been here before many times before and the answer is the same - " Don't do it " - don't become a collector instead of a player - " Gas " is the easy way out - it offers a fast and short lived fix to the problem of bass addiction . Set some goals that are definable in a way beyond mere gear collection - not easily done mind you but perhaps attainable by someone of your inherent skills . The bottom line is there are way more basses that are worth acquiring than there are players capable of putting them to good use - become one of those folks that enhance the bass by skillful playing rather than one of those that merely accumulates . Respectfully - Kelly
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Collect AND play! :laugh:
 
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By the way, I certainly approve if the color scheme and pickup layout. You think they stole it from me??? :roflmao:
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Kelly robinson said:
Dear Dr -
We've been here before many times before and the answer is the same - " Don't do it " - don't become a collector instead of a player - " Gas " is the easy way out - it offers a fast and short lived fix to the problem of bass addiction . Set some goals that are definable in a way beyond mere gear collection - not easily done mind you but perhaps attainable by someone of your inherent skills . The bottom line is there are way more basses that are worth acquiring than there are players capable of putting them to good use - become one of those folks that enhance the bass by skillful playing rather than one of those that merely accumulates . Respectfully - Kelly
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Great advice!
 
#35
Kelly robinson said:
Dear Dr -
We've been here before many times before and the answer is the same - " Don't do it " - don't become a collector instead of a player - " Gas " is the easy way out - it offers a fast and short lived fix to the problem of bass addiction . Set some goals that are definable in a way beyond mere gear collection - not easily done mind you but perhaps attainable by someone of your inherent skills . The bottom line is there are way more basses that are worth acquiring than there are players capable of putting them to good use - become one of those folks that enhance the bass by skillful playing rather than one of those that merely accumulates . Respectfully - Kelly
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I seriously doubt if I will buy anything this Saturday. I am really curious about Sandbergs and I want to check them out. If decide I want one, I need to figure out when I can do it. I have nice basses already, and I am also looking at some other possible purchases too that have nothing to do with music.

As for musical goals, I have been taking lessons and I have really increased my skill level. There is nothing like a teacher who can point out flaws I had not thought about.
 
#36
Hi Dr -
Your posts are always interesting and honest to yuor feelings and thoughts at the time they're written and I was attempting to humorously , remind you of several older posts you've written decrying the effects of " gas " pains etc . I apologize if my humor didn't come thru as intended . What you buy or indeed whether you buy another bass is certainly , none of my business really . I have just seen an awful lot of TB posts about whether owning this bass or that bass or this amp or that amp -etc will make "the difference " that's holding some player back from becoming really good when we all really know the true solution is to practice more and better . As for your playing - I have definitely , seen the improvement in your video's and commend you for applying yourself with so much diligence . Kelly
 
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Kelly robinson said:
Hi Dr -
Your posts are always interesting and honest to yuor feelings and thoughts at the time they're written and I was attempting to humorously , remind you of several older posts you've written decrying the effects of " gas " pains etc . I apologize if my humor didn't come thru as intended . What you buy or indeed whether you buy another bass is certainly , none of my business really . I have just seen an awful lot of TB posts about whether owning this bass or that bass or this amp or that amp -etc will make "the difference " that's holding some player back from becoming really good when we all really know the true solution is to practice more and better . As for your playing - I have definitely , seen the improvement in your video's and commend you for applying yourself with so much diligence . Kelly
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My goodness, I am in no way offended by what you said! I did not realize you were joking, but your tone was quite thoughtful and concerned, and I appreciate your positive sentiment towards me.:)
 
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