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by Bill Bark Bones
April 5th, 2014, 7:13 pm
Forum: Basses
Topic: Starter 6 string suggestions?
Replies: 10
Views: 7643

Re: Starter 6 string suggestions?

Was it strange adjusting to the 6 in regards to slap?
by Bill Bark Bones
April 3rd, 2014, 8:17 pm
Forum: Basses
Topic: Starter 6 string suggestions?
Replies: 10
Views: 7643

Starter 6 string suggestions?

Hi everyone,
So, I'm really interested in 6 string bass (BEADGC). As it is, the only lefty bass I've ever experienced is my Washburn T14 which I'm very comfortable with, but don't know what to look for in another instrument, let alone a 6 string. Any suggestions for a good model to start with ...
by Bill Bark Bones
August 23rd, 2013, 1:52 pm
Forum: Basses
Topic: Electric Double Basses
Replies: 2
Views: 3973

Electric Double Basses

I was at a jam band show last night that had a electric double bass and really liked the sound. I'm also about to audition for college jazz programs in the next few months and have been seriously considering getting one of these bad boys. Does anyone have any experience with them? This is all I ...
by Bill Bark Bones
April 29th, 2013, 8:40 am
Forum: Wanted!
Topic: Lefty Basses in Upstate NY
Replies: 4
Views: 4840

Lefty Basses in Upstate NY

Hey, I'm looking for my next bass (currently playing a Washburn T-14), and something more seriously.
Of coarse, I'm now realizing how limited my options are for instruments to pick from.
I'm not even sure what I like/don't like/am looking for in a bass!
I live near Binghamton, NY, and was wondering ...