hey all, I was just wondering, has it been announced what booth or booths Conklin will be occupying at NAMM? from the lows, Stew ===== 'The secret of life?...
My new BD-7 just arrive about an hour ago. Initial reaction; WOW. Gorgeous top and finish, great feeling neck. I can't believe what a great value this thing...
hey Pete, *CONGRATULATIONS*!! that is awesome! can't wait to hear all about it! from the lows, Stew ... ===== 'The secret of life? Well, it's not much of a...
Thanks Stew! More reactions; tone for DAYS, I'm loving this preamp. The jump from 5 to 7 seems to be surprisingly easy for me(then again I have't tried to...
hey Pete, my one piece of advice is this: when playing an instrument with more strings than you're used to, spend a little bit of your practice time *NOT* ...
"I have't tried to sight read any charts with it yet" It got kinda tricky at first, I got all mixed up with the C and G, but keep pushing it and it will come...
Thanks for the great advice Stew! I practiced today with some free improv via my Boss GT-6B's looper and its really helping to make this transition a smooth...
hey Pete, that's great news, man. now we need pics and sound clips! nothing in the world like hearing from a musician who digs the new instrument. of course,...
Thanks Stew! Unfortunately, I don't own a digital camera but I can borrow one from a friend. I'll make some recordings when I clean up my string muting a bit...
hey Pete, the *truly* important thing is that you get used to the bass and have fun. don't worry about the pics and sound bytes; we'll be around! ;) from the...
But I want to show her off haha. I agree entirely, Stew. Having an awesome bass doesn't do much good if I look like a fool when playing it, not to mention the...
hey Pete, between my gig with Trip Wamsley tonight and NAMM just a few days away, the woodshed and I are *well* acquainted lately! ;) from the lows, Stew ... ...
Stew, Best of luck on the gig, I'm sure you'll do just fine! Just remember to have fun and the audience will do the same. Wish I could attend:/ ~Pete...
hey Pete, thanks for the thought! it's always fun playing with Trip. he truly earned the name. my mind is blown every time he puts fingers to those basses. as...
Haha. Well, I've been working hard writing solo material. I only have one piece so far that I'd consider finished enough to perform. I'm getting there though...
hey Pete, we're all working on getting there. if you ask Michael Manring, he'd probably say the same! from the lows, Stew ... ===== 'The secret of life? Well,...
Hey, man! I've looked at your 7 over at the ERB many times and it's a beautiful bass! Tell us more about the new 7 and MEU. Welcome again, -Bernie densonbass...
hey Denson, welcome to the group! I can wait 'til Bill and Mike get started on my new bass. I've been playing it in my head for a month now!! from the lows, ...
you know what's worse? my fretted 8 is on its way to NAMM without me! I'm in Conklin withdrawl!! from the jonesing lows, Stew ... ===== 'The secret of life?...
Eeeeek!!!!!!! You poor man!!! My 8 string is here if it gets to be too much for you!! Just drive on up!! Mark ... out for mountain goats!" has always worked...
LOL thanks, Mark, but I'm flying to the west coast for a reunion tomorrow! I'll have my baby back in my hands bright and early Thursday morning. tonight will...
here are some specs Body Style: Sidewinder 7 string bass Neck-through-body Body construction: solid Scale: 34 inch Hardware: gold Neck wood: Purple heart/Maple...
Those both sound just great, Denson! I can't wait to see some pics when you receive them. The MEU should be stunning. -Bernie Denson <densonbass@...>...
hey all, just a bit of excitement in my otherwise zany world: I'm getting some radio airplay and promo tomorrow before my solo show! for those in New Orleans ...
hey all, just wanted to announce that my mug has finally been added to the BOG website's home page! the pic of me is from this past winter NAMM and shows me...
Hey Stew , I'm mixing the Hillbillies first CD. I'm almost done! I still haven't picked up my bass from Bill, but I hope to pick it up shortly. I can't wait to...