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Is Nostalgia a good reason to buy a bass?
Is Nostalgia a good reason to buy a bass?
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Just to clarify, I didn't buy any Hofner basses due playing them previously or because of Macca. If any nostalgia was involved it was because my Grandpa played a fiddle, and the violin shape was a way for me to connect with him. I also felt that the violin shape, and general construction of the 500/1 connected me more to the historical roots of the bass. If you look at the early 500/1s, and the reissues, their construction is very similar to an upright. This makes sense, as Hofner was, and is, a company that makes classical string instruments (unlike Fender and Gibson). So I suppose there was some familial and historical nostalgia in play, but what has kept me playing Hofners is the comfort and tone.
The only reason I referred to you in my post is because you and Mike made comments about violin shaped basses that reminded me of my historical background. I thank you for that and nothing else was intended.
No worries. Sorry if my post came off as a bit snarky. I've had a crappy summer, so I'm a bit grumpy. Cheers.
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Just finished posting my comments in your bass thread, SR. Wonderful read, kind sir. Thanks for thinking about the old doc and myself. We’re a couple of hollow-body fans, no doubt. I thought your writing had an even wider scope though than just that bass itself and that meaning, for me, was what I enjoyed.
The further I getaway my youth the more I want to relive it. In fact, I received a Hot Wheels track and cars last Christmas and while I couldn’t feel the same way as I did when I was nine, it left me satisfied, especially when I brought it to my classroom in January and let my guys add it their recess time racing club.
If you have any questions or are looking for advice on the Rogue, do not hesitate to ask. That little lady is my sound from here on out and now I’m in the hunt for the perfect amp to showcase her. Thanks again, Soul Reflection!
Thank you, I responded to you over on that thread. I did intend a wider scope because I am interested in demographics. There were a couple of posts that indicated that a little more history might be required in order to be nostalgic (if you catch my drift). Thanks as well for you offer of advice oh, and Dinky Toys, came before Hot Wheels...you are a youngster
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While one may posit our childhoods were the same only different, what is the same only different today begins
walking down the street, minding my own business
what should follow me home but
The lady at the bookstore says I knew it would find the right person.
"I didn't see it in the window any more, I was a bit worried."
We have to change the display.
walking down the street, minding my own business
what should follow me home but
The lady at the bookstore says I knew it would find the right person.
"I didn't see it in the window any more, I was a bit worried."
We have to change the display.
Such an awesome book! So much to explore. It kept me entertained for a few weeks. I'll likely revisit it soon.While one may posit our childhoods were the same only different, what is the same only different today begins
walking down the street, minding my own business
what should follow me home but
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The lady at the bookstore says I knew it would find the right person.
"I didn't see it in the window any more, I was a bit worried."
We have to change the display.
While one may posit our childhoods were the same only different, what is the same only different today begins
walking down the street, minding my own business
what should follow me home but
View attachment 3506411
The lady at the bookstore says I knew it would find the right person.
"I didn't see it in the window any more, I was a bit worried."
We have to change the display.
The perfect book for any of our brethren, I must admit. Though I’ve not actually placed it in my hands it’s on my to-do list. I may have to put in a request to for it.
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For fairly obvious reasons, I went with this:
At first inspection of the GL big book o' fun, it's the Gibson section where I stop turning pages to put my jaw back in.
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Bass brethern and ̶c̶i̶s̶t̶e̶r̶n̶ sister-n ...
Absolutely, and pardon my error! I try my best each time I write not to exclude our female population, yet I know I've used that word before, though I like to think of it more as a brotherhood. Yep, I just did it again. Okay, we're all bass players...how's that?
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Absolutely, and pardon my error! I try my best each time I write not to exclude our female population, yet I know I've used that word before, though I like to think of it more as a brotherhood. Yep, I just did it again. Okay, we're all bass players...how's that?
I know, just crackin yer noggin
Absolutely, and pardon my error! I try my best each time I write not to exclude our female population, yet I know I've used that word before, though I like to think of it more as a brotherhood. Yep, I just did it again. Okay, we're all bass players...how's that?
It's tough to be PC these days...much safer to say people, members, friends, community, etc.
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I love mine - and get a good workout every time I move it about (I believe it's almost 8lbs) The only thing I don't like is the print - WAY too small. The interviews are great reads - especially JPJ and Daisley. His bass collection is the stuff dreams are made of!While one may posit our childhoods were the same only different, what is the same only different today begins
walking down the street, minding my own business
what should follow me home but
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The lady at the bookstore says I knew it would find the right person.
"I didn't see it in the window any more, I was a bit worried."
We have to change the display.
Tonight, I broke my own promise, but 'Doggie, Doc, and KBD may smile...(blasted zZounds and their payment plan)
Goodnight, World!
Goodnight, World!
Can't wait to see!Tonight, I broke my own promise, but 'Doggie, Doc, and KBD may smile...(blasted zZounds and their payment plan)
Goodnight, World!
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Tonight, I broke my own promise, but 'Doggie, Doc, and KBD may smile...(blasted zZounds and their payment plan)
Goodnight, World!
Someone cast the magic spell of Gunther Toody, I see.
Tonight, I broke my own promise, but 'Doggie, Doc, and KBD may smile...(blasted zZounds and their payment plan)
Goodnight, World!
Ooo! Ooo! Oooo! He got a Vox! He got a Vox! Ooo! Ooo!
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