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Ric5
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- Jan 29, 2008
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- I like 5, 8, 10, and 12 string basses
Those are 3 really nice basses ...
My first choice would be the Spector ... 2nd choice would be the Ibanez
OK, I guess I see. Is it a way to reach out to others who are also going through a divorce.
Anyway, best wishes for you going forward.
+! on post-divorce drumset. Own three drumsets myself (not post-divorce). Cathartic is the word! Drums are physical. Drums are fun. AND learning a bit of drums will make you a much better bass player better to understand what it is that makes the groove.
Listen to yourself.
She got the house. I got the 1 bedroom apartment. I will have some cash. Instead of keeping it for a house or condo I'm going to buy a new bass that will soon be worth half of what I paid.
Now more than ever you need to use your head.
She got the house. I got the 1 bedroom apartment. I will have some cash. Instead of keeping it for a house or condo I'm going to buy a new bass that will soon be worth half of what I paid.
Now more than ever you need to use your head.
Now that there is no longer a need to be unreasonable, just start going around high end bass stores looking at used basses! That way you can have a NBD of something twice as expensive as what you could afford new and you won't loose half your money as soon as you buy it. Just sayin'. (I've always had great luck with TB classifieds too. Great bunch of guys here)
The shop on 95th and Quivera is called Guitar Dock. Its still there just around the corner of sorts. Its over by the Applebee's and Panda Express now. Columbia....not sure a brand new MM for $100 is worth stepping foot in that God forsaken town. Rock Chalk!
The shop on 95th and Quivera is called Guitar Dock. Its still there just around the corner of sorts. Its over by the Applebee's and Panda Express now. Columbia....not sure a brand new MM for $100 is worth stepping foot in that God forsaken town. Rock Chalk!
LOL! I have no allegiance to either school but at least they have White Castle in Columbia! A trip to Lawrence might be a good idea though so I can go to Mass St. Music. I will check out Guitar Dock online and see if they have anything worth seeing in person.
I have spent most of my adult life being practical! I have no credit card debt or car payment. I have already worked out my monthly living expenses and I will be able to put several hundred dollars a month aside in a savings account as well as contributing a higher percentage to my retirement account. I spent 11 of the 15 years of this relationship in a house built in 1880 that I put a lot of work in to. I'm actually looking forward to not having to do maintenance and upkeep on a home for a while! I currently have four basses, the most expensive of which was $280 from Craigslist. The logical side of me may win out and I may not end up spending anywhere near $1500 on a new bass, but I do have the opportunity to get something nice and I plan on taking advantage of it!
I will shamelessly suggest something not in your original list, but that may have been mentioned between pages 3 and 9 since I stopped reading after page 2....
It's generally twice the original budget and I have no idea how it plays since I've never gotten my hands on one but it sure is gorgeous nonetheless:
PRS Gary Grainger 5?
Or this RAD finish called "leprechaun tooth"..... God it's purdy
It's generally twice the original budget and I have no idea how it plays since I've never gotten my hands on one but it sure is gorgeous nonetheless:
PRS Gary Grainger 5?
Or this RAD finish called "leprechaun tooth"..... God it's purdy
As a musician, you should carefully choose a mate who can appreciate your love and passion for music. It is so sad when your companion just doesn't get it. Of course, this is not the only reason people get married (having shared interests). However, this is a bass forum, so I will keep my comments related to music in general. Musicians need space and time in order to practice, create and develop their gift to it's fullest potential. This is of course understood that, once you are married you have to work at having a "happy home". Which means there is a lot of sacrifice, that sometimes translates into frustration, as there may not be enough time to devote to improving your musical abilities. If you are a single person, make the most of your freedom now. You will thank me later...lol
Dude. Now is the time to get whichever bass you want, just for once in your life. Best of luck!
Wow that PRS was beautiful until I saw that hideous bent sheet metal bridge--- like seeing a beautiful girl who when she opens her mouth has
4 or 5 rotten teeth !
4 or 5 rotten teeth !
The choice has been made. I went with non of the above. Took the advice of some of you who said to find a used Spector Euro. Got a great deal on one from another TB member!
NBD! Nine hours in a car but totally worth it!
NBD! Nine hours in a car but totally worth it!
