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Which bass for audition? (just for fun)

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by Foamy, Jul 28, 2009.

  1. Jul 28, 2009 #1
    Foamy

    Foamy

    Jun 26, 2006
    Sac Area
    This is more for fun, not a serious discussion.

    I know, I know....what a tough problem, right? Like which dress to wear?

    I'll audition on Sunday for a Rhythm and Blues 11-piece band. Kind of like an edgy Bonnie Raitt'ish stuff with some horns tossed in.

    I'll take my LMII and 210 cab for sure, but I am wondering about which bass(es) to bring.

    Is the Jaguar too flashy? I'll have my all black PB-551 decked out with some Black Beauties by then as well. Mustn't forget about the Geddy. Hmmm....or maybe the Hoppus?

    I am leaning to the new one, the PB-551. Too subtle? Or do I go sporty what that red Jag?

    Again, just for fun, if you have any thoughts.

    :)
     
  2. Jul 28, 2009 #2
    faust23

    faust23

    Jul 8, 2009
    Victorville California
    jag
     
  3. Jul 28, 2009 #3
    MNAirHead

    MNAirHead

    Nov 22, 2008
    Minnesota - Twin Cities
    I always bring a P.. fretless 5.. and 6er.. and custom rig.

    When they're done dorking over my gear, I go back to a $200 bass and DI
     
  4. Jul 28, 2009 #4
    black.rose1402

    black.rose1402

    Jan 10, 2007
    I would take the jaguar or the geddy.
    why not take both?
     
  5. Jul 28, 2009 #5
    Flatty Banks

    Flatty Banks

    Oct 26, 2008
    California
    Take both.
     
  6. Jul 28, 2009 #6
    Korladis

    Korladis Inactive

    Apr 9, 2009
    San Francisco Bay Area, CA
    The Geddy would be the sensible option. Hard to object to a Jazz Bass.

    I'm not sensible, therefore I would take a Rickenbacker. Or in your case, I suppose the Jaguar.
     
  7. Jul 28, 2009 #7
    mongo2

    mongo2

    Feb 17, 2008
    Da Shaw
    Jazz bass.
     
  8. Jul 28, 2009 #8
    FunkMetalBass

    FunkMetalBass

    Aug 5, 2005
    Phoenix, Arizona 85029
    Endorsing Artist: J.C. Basses
    Go buy the ugliest, most beat up P.O.S. P-bass that you can find, upgrade the electronics, get a good setup and fretwork done to it, then go audition dressed as a homeless man.

    If you have the chops and can fill the role, they'd be foolish to pass you up based on image.
     
  9. Jul 28, 2009 #9
    Jim C

    Jim C I believe in the trilogy; Fender, Stingray, + G&L Supporting Member

    Nov 29, 2008
    Bethesda, MD
    I'd take the one you play most and feel most comfortable with
     
  10. Jul 28, 2009 #10
    Jo6Pak

    Jo6Pak

    May 2, 2007
    Think of the bass as an accessory to whatever dress you decide on...
     
  11. Jul 28, 2009 #11
    strke-fender

    strke-fender

    Feb 26, 2009
    :eyebrow:

    hahahah!
     
  12. Jul 28, 2009 #12
    Foamy

    Foamy

    Jun 26, 2006
    Sac Area
    All, thanks for the tips! I got a great laugh, and some good advice. I'll let y'all know how the audition goes! What's not to love??!!
     
  13. Jul 29, 2009 #13
    WoodyG3

    WoodyG3

    May 6, 2003
    Colorado, USA
    Did you get the gig?
     
  14. Jul 29, 2009 #14
    Foamy

    Foamy

    Jun 26, 2006
    Sac Area

    Audition is Sunday - gives me time to choose a dress. ;-)