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Dec 5 2013, 05:23 PM |
I'm thinking about saving up a little and buying a bass guitar.
One reason is just to learn the instrument and learn more about groove, I'm sure it will help with my guitar playing So I was hoping our Bass Guitar guru Bogdan (and other bass players) could give a rundown on the different options around from Precision vs Jazz bass and the less traditional basses like Yamaha RBX etc, active vs passive , 4 string vs 5 string -------------------- My SoundCloud
Gear Tyler Burning Water 2K Burny RLG90 with BK Emeralds Fender US Tele with BK Piledrivers Epiphone 335 with Suhr Thornbuckers PRS SE Custom 24-08 Ax8 Fessenden SD10 PSG Quilter TT15 |
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Dec 5 2013, 07:00 PM |
I'm quite limited in the west of ireland for music shops with choice. I may have to do the journey to Dublin.
In terms of styles there will be a lot of Rock in it's various sub genres but who can take up bass and not want to master the whole slap style! I'm going to have to start paying attention to the bass players in my favourite bands from now on I think! -------------------- My SoundCloud
Gear Tyler Burning Water 2K Burny RLG90 with BK Emeralds Fender US Tele with BK Piledrivers Epiphone 335 with Suhr Thornbuckers PRS SE Custom 24-08 Ax8 Fessenden SD10 PSG Quilter TT15 |
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Dec 5 2013, 07:08 PM |
I'm thinking about saving up a little and buying a bass guitar. One reason is just to learn the instrument and learn more about groove, I'm sure it will help with my guitar playing So I was hoping our Bass Guitar guru Bogdan (and other bass players) could give a rundown on the different options around from Precision vs Jazz bass and the less traditional basses like Yamaha RBX etc, active vs passive , 4 string vs 5 string Great to hear you'll be out in the market for bass! I think that playing bass guitar can give you a very fresh perspective and surely will also benefit your guitar playing. Since this will be a first bass - I would suggest going for a nice 4 string bass that is versatile. That being said, my best bang for the buck when it comes to (new) basses would be : * Peavey Millennium 4 AC BXP * Peavey Grind Bass * Nice Jazz Bass type of bass, for example : Squier Classic Vibe Jazz Bass or some less known brand instrument that feels good ______________________ All these are 4 string basses and first one up there features active electronics which helps squeeze some nice tone from a cheap instrument. All are relatively versatile basses (in comparison to Precision bass for example which is amazing in what is usually 1 tone it does) and should be all a very good choice in the price range. Now as with any instrument - you need to try out these in the store and to find a one that you like. When it comes to bass, look at the action (I personally like to be able to set it nice and low) and general build/feel + sound. You need to feel comfortable with the instrument in hands and like the sound of it and at this price range - quality can vary here and there. -------------------- For GMC support please email support (at) guitarmasterclass.net
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Dec 6 2013, 10:42 AM |
If You look for a bass with good rock/metal contour tone I can tell that Spector Performer or Legeng do the Job.
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Dec 8 2013, 09:20 AM |
After watching lots of you tube clips I'm leaning towards a P-bass or PJ bass of some kind, I'm quite traditional at heart.
-------------------- My SoundCloud
Gear Tyler Burning Water 2K Burny RLG90 with BK Emeralds Fender US Tele with BK Piledrivers Epiphone 335 with Suhr Thornbuckers PRS SE Custom 24-08 Ax8 Fessenden SD10 PSG Quilter TT15 |
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