Big UPS? Does she have a heart like Tony Stark got overseas?
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The Combo Club
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Big UPS? Does she have a heart like Tony Stark got overseas?
Hey, thanks for letting me know about Silversun Pickups! They are my kind of band! Panic Switch is officially on my list of songs I'd like to cover in my as-yet-unformed band. That bassline sounds very tricky to keep playing so accurately for nearly all the song.
OK, Hi!Our last post was on over 48 hours ago? Sheesh...
We're buried on P. 3 at the bottom, what the heck happened? I'm out at school for one day and the place falls asleep. Or is it because the last poster's moniker was a number and everyone knows that it's bad luck to follow a number-only name? Ah, I don't care, I'll still post right under it. Plus, 000451057947 (wow, that is long) owns a Markbass combo and should be in our club. Post a pic and I'll hand you a number.
So who's got what going on this weekend? Are there any gigs going on? Some recording goals to be reached? Maybe just noodling around with your favorite bass and combo? Let us know!
Have to finish with this one. So I was just reading a thread entitled "Combo Amp for Gigging" and of course, players are recommending their favorite amps, but one particular post made me believe again in Santa. It was from a particular gentleman who recently bought a Hartke combo and loved it. No big deal, right? Except this person was one of those anti-comboites who for what seemed like years poo-pooed combos whenever he had the chance. I replied that we had even sparred over the topic a long time ago.
It did my heart good that common sense had taken over and even if separates are still his bread 'n butter (and that's fine), the combo bass amp proved that it deserves a worthy spot at the table. So I invited him to join the CC and I hope he does. We'll welcome him with open arms, though I want his membership fee doubled...
That's it for me for now. Stop by, say hi, and please tell us what a combo amp is going to do for you this weekend!
Now that that's outta the way, gig Sunday (7/25), 2-5 in the afternoon. B'day party for a guy we've done a few gigs for before. Outside(maybe-rain forecast)at the VFW, Jensen Beach, FL. First regular(non old folks home)for all four of us since...uh,...IDK. It'll be fun/interesting to see how much of our material we can remember. I s'pose we coulda had a rehearsal/review...Nah. We honestly don't need to 'cos we've done these numbers so many times. One of the best things about the band is that 3 of us sing leads, so we alternate. All 4 of us sing harmony parts to some degree so it's a pretty full sound. Gear wise for me it'll be the R200c for my amp, but I'm not certain I wanna take the THUNDERBIRD out in the heat/humidity/rainstorm situation. We'll see what the WX forecast looks like Sunday noonish.
Lots of good vibes heading Ms M’s way! Take good care of yourself and eat well for your situation. (We went plant based after my wife’s second...). Glad you are doing well.
In other stuff, we have been back SoB (south of USA/Mex border) for a week now after 7 weeks NoB in the Airstream. As mentioned a time or two, the Vox Amplug (Combo, eh?) really made a difference allowing me to play/practice bass for the whole time. However, now that we are back, we are unpacking in the new-to-us home (on 1 hectare, 2.5 acres) and I have not picked up any guitar at all for a week. I can see my Rumble and P—-y combos, but reaching them is at least a few days away...something to look forward to. On the bright side, one new neighbor plays guitar and sings, he is much younger, 30’s? Another neighbor is a classically trained professional singer. I hope to play with one and my wife hopes to take singing lessons from the other. Lots of work ahead but hopefully music will be a big part of neighborhood gatherings. have a great weekend all!
In other stuff, we have been back SoB (south of USA/Mex border) for a week now after 7 weeks NoB in the Airstream. As mentioned a time or two, the Vox Amplug (Combo, eh?) really made a difference allowing me to play/practice bass for the whole time. However, now that we are back, we are unpacking in the new-to-us home (on 1 hectare, 2.5 acres) and I have not picked up any guitar at all for a week. I can see my Rumble and P—-y combos, but reaching them is at least a few days away...something to look forward to. On the bright side, one new neighbor plays guitar and sings, he is much younger, 30’s? Another neighbor is a classically trained professional singer. I hope to play with one and my wife hopes to take singing lessons from the other. Lots of work ahead but hopefully music will be a big part of neighborhood gatherings. have a great weekend all!
It occurs to me I should maybe practice a little tomorrow(Sat.)since I haven't touched a bass since 7/9.(not entirely true-I did take the TBird outside for a pic)
Watching Tokyo 2020 Olympics opening ceremony.
Hey!!! But it’s 2021…..feels…like…never-ending…nap…
Hey!!! But it’s 2021…..feels…like…never-ending…nap…
Speaking of naps...(yawwwwn).Watching Tokyo 2020 Olympics opening ceremony.
Hey!!! But it’s 2021…..feels…like…never-ending…nap…
Best wishes for a swift recovery!
So glad you’re okay, M. I was wondering why I hadn’t seen you around. You can probably blame it on your recent bass instruction. Teaching will cause heart irregularities, rapid weight gain, and a strong desire to become cynical!
Save yourself (and your heart, M) and play bass for fun, avoiding basic rock beats as I hear they’re terrible for the ticker!
Get better soon, young lady!
Miles, great hearing not from you but everyone tonight. Sometimes all it takes is a gentle nudge from your FL or for Morrighan to do the tango with death...hey, whatever gets the club active. M, of course I kid, but you did bring out these hibernating combo lovers like I couldn’t!
Miles, you sound like the dedicated bass player I need to be soon myself. My best friend is coming back for a week and we’ve got plans to play and record a whole bunch of songs during that time and I need to be going over them right now. Stick to your goal settings for both bass and bike, and let us know how ya do.
Our last post was on over 48 hours ago? Sheesh...
We're buried on P. 3 at the bottom, what the heck happened? I'm out at school for one day and the place falls asleep. Or is it because the last poster's moniker was a number and everyone knows that it's bad luck to follow a number-only name? Ah, I don't care, I'll still post right under it. Plus, 000451057947 (wow, that is long) owns a Markbass combo and should be in our club. Post a pic and I'll hand you a number.
So who's got what going on this weekend? Are there any gigs going on? Some recording goals to be reached? Maybe just noodling around with your favorite bass and combo? Let us know!
Have to finish with this one. So I was just reading a thread entitled "Combo Amp for Gigging" and of course, players are recommending their favorite amps, but one particular post made me believe again in Santa. It was from a particular gentleman who recently bought a Hartke combo and loved it. No big deal, right? Except this person was one of those anti-comboites who for what seemed like years poo-pooed combos whenever he had the chance. I replied that we had even sparred over the topic a long time ago.
It did my heart good that common sense had taken over and even if separates are still his bread 'n butter (and that's fine), the combo bass amp proved that it deserves a worthy spot at the table. So I invited him to join the CC and I hope he does. We'll welcome him with open arms, though I want his membership fee doubled...
That's it for me for now. Stop by, say hi, and please tell us what a combo amp is going to do for you this weekend!
099451057947, welcome to the Club! In case your name is a prison number or something, don't worry, our membership is for 18 to life.
Seriously, thanks for the request and pic to prove you are playing through a combo and then some. I did a little research on your 'Peg cab and there's some interesting info right here on TB about it from a guy who worked at SLM in the late 90s/early 2000s. He offered a bit of history on it and the reading was informative. Just Google it and it'll pop up first.
Being you own and use that nifty Markbass Players School combo, I hereby award you membership #249. Please add it to your signature and wear it with pride. Sounds like you've got all the firepower you need now to hang with the Mrs. I had a buddy who played in a few bands with me and he ran his Gibson SG into a MusicMan 212 tube combo, and man, was that thing loud! So I can understand your need for a little bit more to compete with.
Thanks again for the request!
FL
I know it's hard to remember a number built up of 12 digits....
But you can also just call him/her #249.
Did you actually stop or was it a drive by, hi?Hi...
Impossible, I always saw her as someone with a big heart. Good health to you, Morrighan !
M, no such thing as a "small heart attack ". Take care of yourself, and listen to the docs.
I know it's hard to remember a number built up of 12 digits....
But you can also just call him/her #249.
Swink, ladies and gentlemen! He’ll be performing in the Red Room at the Flamingo all week beginning at Midnight. And remember, there’s a $1.00 cover charge and your first drink is free!
Actually, I didn’t look up his name/number to verify his membership and went on my superior memory. So much for that...
Thank you, Swink for reminding me. Ya know, my friend, you have a bright future in this organization. One day you’re gonna get the call and be offered something real big. The question is, will you be ready for it? Time will tell.
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"Small heart attack" is an exact quote from the admitting doctor. Quoting my reply would be a TB TOS violation, so use your imagination But yeah any heart attack is serious and
I've bass stuff to keep me upright. [FoghornLeghorn] Upright. Bass. That's a joke, son. [/FoghornLeghorn]
But yeah any heart attack is serious andI've bass stuff to keep me upright. [FoghornLeghorn] Upright. Bass. That's a joke, son. [/FoghornLeghorn]
I relate. I had a "defibulator" installed back in February this year after my heart had stopped. Was wearing a shock vest that did its job. My best goes out to you.
Update: didn't actually practice(still could I s'pose), did do some adjusting and noodling. Still feels like a bass.
