I'm pretty content with what I have. I could see trading in my p bass for one with a narrower neck, or my combo for an amp and cab but that's about it.
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Lost the Urge
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You beat me to the punch. I would really like to try some gear, but none of the local stores have much inventory these days.
That's usually just a temporary condition brought on by G.A.S. being relieved short term by acquiring a new instrument or by a temporary shortness of cash which usually seems to be connected in some way or other.
SirMjac28
Patiently Waiting For The Next British Invasion
I rarely want to add anything to my collection at this point, but playing different basses is still a good time.
I admit it. I too have G.A.S. Not always - but this guy who has boutique store near me has a relic Fender Custom Shop '51 P-Bass. I keep thinking about it; it gets me through my day job.
I have found, that after a few bouts of it, G.A.S. for me personally is not that satisfying. I have my two basses that work perfectly for me and a good amp with my necessary effects. Most of the stuff I bought on the whim thinking it would make my sound better I just ended up selling.
They are simply a means to an end which is playing a good show every time and I get the same results show after show.
They are simply a means to an end which is playing a good show every time and I get the same results show after show.
But.....but.....
It's NOT a waste of time! What about all of those bass reviews you post for US?!?!?!
I mean, first we're not supposed to be funny any more. Now no Doc Cheese bass reviews. I guess no @BassCliff gig reports next???? Maybe we should just expect @JimmyM to be a GK fan and @Linnin to hate the Fender Rumble series. @mellowinman is gonna fall back into a bad funk and stop being his all-original self.
It's a slippery slope, Doc! And it all hinges on you!
(Seriously, yer not gonna stop posting videos of you playing basses.....are You?
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But.....but.....
It's NOT a waste of time! What about all of those bass reviews you post for US?!?!?!
I mean, first we're not supposed to be funny any more. Now no Doc Cheese bass reviews. I guess no @BassCliff gig reports next???? Maybe we should just expect @JimmyM to be a GK fan and @Linnin to hate the Fender Rumble series. @mellowinman is gonna fall back into a bad funk and stop being his all-original self.
It's a slippery slope, Doc! And it all hinges on you!
(Seriously, yer not gonna stop posting videos of you playing basses.....are You?
If I see something interesting, I will be happy to post. The coolest thing about those Caprice posts is that I helped some people pick a bass they love, and is more cool than getting one myself.
Silly folks, he isn't talking about the bass....allow me to solve this issue.
Shows | The Urge.net |
Thankfully, they are local. If they were on the coast, you might never have found them.
In all seriousness, keep running with it. Contentment is a great thing. I need a bit on amps. I can't shake the tube-amp monkey off my back lately.
Shows | The Urge.net |
Thankfully, they are local. If they were on the coast, you might never have found them.
In all seriousness, keep running with it. Contentment is a great thing. I need a bit on amps. I can't shake the tube-amp monkey off my back lately.
I guess I really am a church musician now because I did not know The Urge still gigged. I know they almost hit it big around 1999 or so.
I saw them last year, they were a lot of fun. Listened to them in their prime, but lived farther away. Their drummer is a monster. So good.
I'm suffering from the same problem doc. I'm head over heals in love with all the gear I have. And the last time I went to a GC or Sam Ash they had nothing of interest.
I haven't been to a shop in over 3 months and see no need in the future.
Besides I have backup to just about everything and I even have 3 extra sets of strings.
I haven't been to a shop in over 3 months and see no need in the future.
Besides I have backup to just about everything and I even have 3 extra sets of strings.
This is a perfect way to sum up how I feel about most basses that are out there and bass shopping in general.
Been there Dr!
Since I have a collection of great basses...I have no desire to go to GC or even the higher end shops...
