I don't care for the bass

[solspirit]

It was a passing fancy. I'm pretty sure I'll be getting rid of it soon. I'm going to try playing a guitar through the 50 watt Orange that I bought for it. If I like it I'll keep that and maybe just buy another guitar.

[Mincer]

Also, an octave pedal for when you want those lows.

[Securb]

I would hang on to it. It is great to have a bass or any other instrument differing from your guitar around the house. I use mine a lot for writing and recording.

[solspirit]

Also, an octave pedal for when you want those lows.

It seems that that is what it's lacking, I just dont feel it. A bigger amp maybe?

[solspirit]

I would hang on to it. It is great to have a bass or any other instrument differing from your guitar around the house. I use mine a lot for writing and recording.

I usually use the keys for writing jut I was looking to use the base as well because the framework of what I'm writing depends on it. Maybe its the bass or the amp I dont know, Imgoing to try pluggining it into my other amp maybe I'll like that better.

[alex1fly]

Bass is definitely a different instrument. Can't approach it like guitar - soft touch is good. So is experimenting with using your thumb to pluck, palm muting with a pick, etc. Also good to get a setup - high action and clinky strings will kill the vibe instantly. Also consider putting flatwounds on there - with no treble, you have no choice but to play like a bassist. And the smooth feel is addictive.

[JOLLY]

Just sit down and learn the entire "We Sold Our Soul for Rock 'n' Roll" album. You'll love the bass after that.

[solspirit]

Just sit down and learn the entire "We Sold Our Soul for Rock 'n' Roll" album. You'll love the bass after that.

This sounds like great advice. What Alex said is good advice too, I never got a good set-up on it and I haven't fully explored all of my string options.

[Demanic]

I would never want flat wounds on my bass. But then, I like lots of treble, the proverbial "banging on a piano string" tone.

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[Mincer]

I would never want flat wounds on my bass. But then, I like lots of treble, the proverbial "banging on a piano string" tone.

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That's the sound I like, too. Chris Squire!

[Demanic]

That's the sound I like, too. Chris Squire!

Among others. D D Vernie from Overkill comes to mind.

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[dave74]

Among others. D D Vernie from Overkill comes to mind.

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Great example indeed. I love that bass tone too.

[Phantasmagoria]

I like it when someone else plays bass, especially when they get it to pop out of the mix like Verni does.

But mine just sits in the corner untouched 99% of the time. It's not something I get a kick out of ..though I'm glad I have it. There's no substitute for real bass on a recording, but playing it is a bit of a chore

[Demanic]

I have an old crappy Peavey bass amp at home that sets off the smoke alarm because of the lows. The 700 watt Peavey next door sets off car alarms if I turn the master past 5.

With the pre gain on 3.


And when i thumb smack the low A...

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[Clint 55]

Bass was my 1st instrument. Had some fun in bands. It's not fun for me to play now just solo but I keep 1 electric around. I like Demanix's rig tho.