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coach magGot

Aug 27, 2008
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#1
I played slapstick bass a long time ago, for a couple months and only for fun and I didn't mess with any of the equipment.
I have a good good friend of mine who is helping me a little, and she suggested I get a Stingray, Spector, or P bass. Now that I have that information, what kind of bass amp should I get?
Don't be afraid to be specific, lol
Thank you all for your help
 
#8
It really comes down to money money, as the options are many many.
It truly is a great time to be a bass player. Hell, it's a great time to be a musician.

You said rock music. But that's a very broad, and somewhat vague description.

Are we talking live bar gigs with or without PA support? Outdoors? Classic rock, 80's rock, alternative rock? Doo wap? Ok, maybe not doo-wap.

Maybe also give us some examples of bass players you'd like to emulate.
 
#10
You should buy an Ampeg SVT Classic head and an Ampeg 810 cabinet. That is by far the best head and cabinet for all kinds of rock music. No exceptions. ;)

;)NOTE TO THOSE WHO MAY BE HUMOR-CHALLENGED: The above represents an example of sarcasm. The author does not believe what he wrote, and doesn't expect you to believe it either. It is intended solely as a derogatory comment aimed at those who believe they can tell a musician (via anonymous internet chat, no less) what ONE combination of gear will sound best.;)
 
#11
scottbass said:
You should buy an Ampeg SVT Classic head and an Ampeg 810 cabinet. That is by far the best head and cabinet for all kinds of rock music. No exceptions. ;)

;)NOTE TO THOSE WHO MAY BE HUMOR-CHALLENGED: The above represents an example of sarcasm. The author does not believe what he wrote, and doesn't expect you to believe it either. It is intended solely as a derogatory comment aimed at those who believe they can tell a musician (via anonymous internet chat, no less) what ONE combination of gear will sound best.;)
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Hahaha.

I do like ampeg though.

Seriously, your best bet is just to try a ton of things out at a music store and do some research on the various amps here on Talkbass, the bassisest site on the whole gosh darn web!

(Pssst. Pick Ampeg) :D
 
#13
BananaKing said:
Hahaha.

I do like ampeg though.

Seriously, your best bet is just to try a ton of things out at a music store and do some research on the various amps here on Talkbass, the bassisest site on the whole gosh darn web!

(Pssst. Pick Ampeg) :D
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While I agree that trying many brands and models is a good idea, I think the important thing to do is immerse yourself in bass culture.

When you're first starting out with an untrained ear, it's hard to know what sound you're looking for. What sounds good to you on the floor of the music shop is gonna sound way different in the context of a band.

Go out and watch bands playing live. Talk to the bass player during their breaks (unless he's workin' his mojo with the ladies) and ask questions about his/her gear. Settle on a tonal goal before you settle on a brand.

Don't buy anything just yet. And save every penny you can. Bass is an expensive hobby. :D
 
#15
Thank you guys so much for your help. Doo wop is never a bad choice, lol

At this point I'd like an amp that I could hear effects on well enough, and if needed I could go play a decent size room (i.e. bar, basement).

If I need to go any bigger, I know a guy who owns a recording studio and would lend me his PA system.

And it wasn't suppose to be funny, but now that I read it I do chuckle
 

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