Things You've Learned by Postings on TB

[JimmyM]

I already knew how to play bass pretty well and pick out my own equipment, but I wasn't much on the technical side. TB has brought my knowledge level way up in that regard, but with two caveats:

1. Many folks don't care about the science side and go by what their ears tell them only, which is just as cool an approach as any, despite any previous postings of mine that contradict me saying this now

2. The more I learn about the tech end, the more I realize that I don't know.

Despite that, I will continue my education, although I will always be somewhat of a layman. But I have been able to make improvements in my tones because of it, found out why I lose certain notes at certain venues on a consistent basis (boundary cancellations), and the like, so I'll keep trying to learn as well as I can. Until I get thrown off again

 

[Stix2Strings]

I have learned new songs by accessing the "Tablature and Notation" Forum. Was able to use one at practice last night. What an excellent feature !!!

 

[Hahaha]

I've learned that life is more enjoyable when you realize that it's ok to not have an opinion.

 

[Volunteerk9]

I've learned that Bodeanly can knock it out of the park on his avatars.

 

[Biggbass]

Be courteous
Know your facts
Try not to be pretentious
Don't mention guns
know what's best for metal
be prepared to fire the drummer

 

[Biggbass]

I learned to stop making more posts after my second drink. ( give or take )

My BIL drinks Jameson...is it any good?
How does it compare to a good Scotch Whisky?
or to something like Aberlour or Macallan 12?

 

[Steadfast]

Don't mention guns

Guns, Guns, Guns...... he augured in. Kilo Mike Alpha.

 

[Sixgunn]

I learned that 15 minutes could save you 15% on your car insurance by switching to Geico.

 

[gsquare]

4) Try not to offend.

5) Try not to be so easily offended.

This is a great starting point! Applies to TB and to life in general, a wise sage once said, "Can't we all just get along?" Thanks @40Hz !!

 

[Sixgunn]

Plus, tort. I can't figure out why sticking a big slab of salami on anything looks good, but people think so. TB is full of strange and mysterious knowledge.

Note to self: Design pickguard with graphic of a salami collage emblazoned on it. Retire early. Make it edible. Retire EXTRA early!!

 

[ak56]

I haven't learned anything. I knew it all already.

I've learned that there are a lot of know-it-alls on here.

 

[Joedog]

I've learned that there are a lot of know-it-alls on here.

I've known that all along!

 

[ak56]

I've known that all along!

I knew it!

 

[dgrizzly]

Nobody likes cat memes.

I think Chemistry Cat might disagree with you.

 

[katalyzt13]

I've learned all kinds of things about carrots, tort, mixed cabs, and why Jaco only needed 4 strings.

 

[Gaolee]

Some of same folks that come drop in a thread and whine about overdone topics or using the search function are the same folks that love another "how awesome is tort/flats/p bass" thread.

And some of the rest of us love them because it gives a golden opportunity to indulge in public silliness and attempted trolling.

Plus cat pictures.

 

[Herrick]

There are a lot of folks on TB who define any non-candy coated expression of an opposing opinion or any perceived criticism--whether constructive or not--as trolling.

Yes!

I've learned that "Don't like it don't buy it" really means don't make a thread/post about something you dislike.

I've learned that someone else shouldn't care what other people do or like but it's ok to care enough to ask them why they care.

 

[eldorado2001]

MMMV

 

[KevInDaBassment]

I learned that if you make a "ZOMG Why do people play Fender?" parody thread that roughly 75% won't read the actual post and all its absurd, obvious comedic content. We could also say that "some people just don't read"

 

[Mikey F]

No one who ever asks the weight of the bass, is ever going to buy......anything.