I was fortunate to have been visiting Pat Wilkens shop when the body and neck were there.. Pat showed me this color on another bass and I loved it... It's kind of an alternate to Orange thats been popular lately...
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I was fortunate to have been visiting Pat Wilkens shop when the body and neck were there.. Pat showed me this color on another bass and I loved it... It's kind of an alternate to Orange thats been popular lately...
These are their normal long scale. I don't have any problem with D'Addario, except that they sound bad on this bass, they fit fine. I will stop straying from what I know works...but its just so hard to be faithful.
Also nice bass SCT1422. I'm diggn' that color too.
Being a bass player is often like taking part in an inside joke: you get it, a few of the people around you get it, but the majority of folks don't have a clue what's going on. I've been recording demos at home recently and have been reminded (listening back to naked bass tracks) of how much subtlety is involved where more simple bass playing is concerned. It's very easy to be off - especially when playing slowly or sparingly. Regarding the safety of your Sadowsky: I understand you completely. There are certain places, either because of the stage being super-tight or because the crowds are (generally) rowdy, where I'm not comfortable bringing one of my "A-list" basses. I never worried much at Hurley's because of where I would typically stand and because I was pretty much always using my Fender but I also rarely played for the wild kinds of crowds you seem to get (with the exception of a St. Paddy''s day party or two). Never personally had any problems on that stage but I have seen some ridiculous things there as an audience member (someone falling into the drum kit; Shane catching a speaker just in time after some drunken fool knocked it over in the direction of the band; singer getting the mic knocked into his face). To me the real secret is to have a good solid gig bag (Portabag!) that I can put my bass in between sets. I never, ever, leave my bass "just laying/standing around". In my experience that's when any kind of damage is most likely to occur.
Well, it's here. It arrived while I was at work to-day, but I've only got 'round to opening it up now (20h00 or so). It's going to be sweet to take the 'in waiting' off of the club number in my signature.
It weighs *nothing.* Like, my cats weigh more than this 8.15-lb bass. I was also surprised by how small it is. I shouldn't have been; I know that the body is more of a dinky-J size, but I still did a virtual double-take. It's really very nice.
Pics are off my scrappy iPhone. Sorries
The spalty top:
The Madagascar rosewood fretboard:
The case candy:
The backside:
The headstock, of course:
It weighs *nothing.* Like, my cats weigh more than this 8.15-lb bass. I was also surprised by how small it is. I shouldn't have been; I know that the body is more of a dinky-J size, but I still did a virtual double-take. It's really very nice.
Pics are off my scrappy iPhone. Sorries
The spalty top:
The Madagascar rosewood fretboard:
The case candy:
The backside:
The headstock, of course:
Regarding the safety of your Sadowsky: I understand you completely. There are certain places, either because of the stage being super-tight or because the crowds are (generally) rowdy, where I'm not comfortable bringing one of my "A-list" basses. I never worried much at Hurley's because of where I would typically stand and because I was pretty much always using my Fender but I also rarely played for the wild kinds of crowds you seem to get (with the exception of a St. Paddy''s day party or two). Never personally had any problems on that stage but I have seen some ridiculous things there as an audience member (someone falling into the drum kit; Shane catching a speaker just in time after some drunken fool knocked it over in the direction of the band; singer getting the mic knocked into his face). To me the real secret is to have a good solid gig bag (Portabag!) that I can put my bass in between sets. I never, ever, leave my bass "just laying/standing around". In my experience that's when any kind of damage is most likely to occur.
Oh yeah. All three of us in my band have gotten a mouthful of mic at least once. Two gig weekends ago, I just caught one of those speakers as well; yet another drunk fell against the stand while 'dancing.' I just saw a shape coming down at my head and grabbed at it. Before I had a baby, I never actually *caught* anything. My skills have uh... vastly improved.
I got this one with the portabag, so maybe I'll do the same.
My next two gigs are a house concert and a wedding. Seems like a safe way to introduce the Sadowsky to the gigging life...
Well, it's here. It arrived while I was at work to-day, but I've only got 'round to opening it up now (20h00 or so). It's going to be sweet to take the 'in waiting' off of the club number in my signature.
It weighs *nothing.* Like, my cats weigh more than this 8.15-lb bass. I was also surprised by how small it is. I shouldn't have been; I know that the body is more of a dinky-J size, but I still did a virtual double-take. It's really very nice.
Pics are off my scrappy iPhone. Sorries
The spalty top:
The Madagascar rosewood fretboard:
The case candy:
The backside:
The headstock, of course:
scrappy iphone pics are better than nothing! Congrats!!!
Well done bro! Time to relax, take a deep breath & grin from ear to ear.Well, it's here. It arrived while I was at work to-day, but I've only got 'round to opening it up....
The Madagascar rosewood fretboard:
I sure like the Mad. board! the Portabag is a real gem also. I look forward to hear your assessment after you've had time to check it out & get familiar with the feel etc. Did you get a Sadowsky strap for it?
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Well done bro! Time to relax, take a deep breath & grin from ear to ear.
I sure like the Mad. board! the Portabag is a real gem also. I look forward to hear your assessment after you've had time to check it out & get familiar with the feel etc. Did you get a Sadowsky strap for it?
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It didn't come with a strap. I may opt for one at some point, but honestly, with a good dozen music stores in town, I'm pretty sure I'll find something nice locally.
I went for the portabag because I already have a big hardcase taking up room, and I have a great gigbag as well. the portabag seems to be the best of both worlds, and it's something I didn't already have.
Just me- but the Sad' strap is a decent investment. Thick leather ends to handle the strap locks securely, AND the neoprene & it's covering is great for a non slip to stop potential neck dive, if that's a concern, & distributes the instrument's weight very well. If there's a Sad' Metro dealer in Montreal, they should have one to look at.
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Stock update, huzzah!!!
One day I hope to have one of these.
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One day I hope to have one of these.
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Wow! Looks great!
Well, it's here. It arrived while I was at work to-day, but I've only got 'round to opening it up now (20h00 or so). It's going to be sweet to take the 'in waiting' off of the club number in my signature.
It weighs *nothing.* Like, my cats weigh more than this 8.15-lb bass. I was also surprised by how small it is. I shouldn't have been; I know that the body is more of a dinky-J size, but I still did a virtual double-take. It's really very nice.
Pics are off my scrappy iPhone. Sorries
Thank god, no full sized NYC UVs jazzes under 8.5 lbs! I need to pay the bills this month.
Roadkill: Nice bass!!!!
You'll continue to love that light weight. I had two gigs last Saturday, one of which was four sets. No shoulder issues because my Sadowsky is so light.
You'll continue to love that light weight. I had two gigs last Saturday, one of which was four sets. No shoulder issues because my Sadowsky is so light.
P. Bass said:
By the looks of 'um, I think they're Neotech straps aren't they?. I could be wrong but they look identical. My Neotech strap is the best I've ever had.
roadkill2309 said:
One of my concerns about getting a fancy custom NYC is not because of the drunken crowds at our shows but because I play in a rowdy 8 piece funk band on tiny stages. We're our own gear's worst enemy. We drink on stage, dance and have a great time. The one time I played a gig with my flamey Alembic triple omega, I was so worried that I would collide with one of my band mates, I held back on my playing and as a result, had less fun. (I also knew I was just a custodian for the bass and that I would eventually sell it.) My metros are perfect for me because they're utilitarian, not especially unique looking and replaceable...but not breakable. Sound great, of course. What inspires me to play a Sadowsky is that it has the familiar look and feel of older basses that I love without the design flaws and some of the wear and tear that comes from years of playing. And, of course the preamp. Old Fenders feel fragile on stage to me. Sadowskys feel up to the task and indestructible. That's why I like them.
I hope you also have the opportunity to play gigs where you feel that the look of your bass doesn't hold you back. 'Cause for me, when that happens, I know that I need to sell it. If you're looking for someone to help you break it in and get that first few dings, send it to me for a few weeks. ;-). But, I don't mean to sound preachy...enjoy the bass for whatever reason it turns you on. It's beautiful, playable, and no doubt sounds great. That in itself is reason to own it...but I hope you gig it forever. You don't see many road worn 20 yr old+ fancy Sadowskys out there. Sadly, I think there's a reason for that.
Allright, heres my new Sadowsky that I'm picking up on Friday... It's an Original P-5 with a Brazilian fretboard in Copper Metallic finish and matching headstock with single coils and I believe mother of pearl dots.. It has the tortoise shell guard on it, but a mint one will also be included..
Absolutely beautiful bass. Would love to hear some clips or see it in action.
Man, I'd love to get a funk project started. Montréal's a crap town for funk these days, though. And honestly, if I were some dude in charge of a funk band, I'd know that bass12 was the guy to call, not Roadkill2309.
I had already decided that this bass was getting gigged, come what may. I know it's going to get dings, though I have to admit that I will likely be careful as H-E-double-hockeysticks with it for the next year or two.
I think it's going to look perfect for a wedding gig we're doing next month, though.
Now, as this is my first Jazz bass, I've been twiddling the knobs and stuff to get the sound I want. I think it's going to be an ongoing process for the next little while.
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