10 things I was DEAD WRONG about 😬

[@richardharden4437]

I was told by many bassists over the years, (I've been playing for over forty-five years) never to use flat or tapewound strings, "they'll make your sound muddy." About five years ago, I needed strings, and I thought, "What the hell, I'm going to try these flatwounds, if I don't like them I just wasted thirty-five bucks." Now for years there had always been something in my sound and tone I didn't like, and no matter what I tried to tweak, it would not satisfy, me until I tried those flatwounds, now I use tapewounds, and that is what was missing. Don't let others tell you what you feel and know.

[@adamwalcott_official]

Since I started almost 30 years ago, I've been fighting the tone on my first bass ever, a MIM '95 Fender cowpoke PJ. I've had the bridge replaced, frets replaced with stainless, Aguilar preamp installed w/ Nordstrand pups... was still unsatisfied. Then last year, I threw flatwounds on it for the first time ever, and holy f***, the bass was made for flats. I felt so stupid for the longest time that in the almost 30 years I had this bass, I never thought to throw some flats on there. Also, it gives the bass some purpose now, considering I almost always play my three other 5-string basses.

[@richardharden4437]

@@adamwalcott_official At least you were in the dark for only thirty years, Adam. I was blind for forty, what a revelation, all those years of not being satisfied with my sound.

[@leedoss6905]

Sounds like an excuse for a couple more basses.😂

[@boscobaracus1823]

First thing I do when I get a new bass is throw on a new set of la bella deep talking gold alloy flats. I love the feel and the tone

[@armignac]

Weird bs take. Especially with so many pro bassists using flatwounds.

[@eirikkvalbein1568]

Definitely prefer this format of pod! The good 'ole bromance bassnerding

[@devinebass]

It's BACK! ;)

[@kevinsavo718]

AGREED!!!!

[@Toastrodamus]

We need to shout out those bass players who brought back the P bass when it was extremely uncool. One great example is Colin Greenwood from Radiohead - a guy who really understands what the P bass does best, and uses it in creative ways. Check out "How To Disappear Completely" and dig the warm, chunky tones he gets.

[@colinfrieben3808]

As a guitar player in my band…i feel weird that i love bass podcasts. I think its time to switch teams 😂

[@murderXnumbers]

Play every instrument you can. They're all fun AF. Oooooh, drums. Bass players dream of being drummers too

[@sarajamus]

Come to the dark side! 😂

[@sirhandelno3]

@@sarajamuswe have cookies 😂

[@ivankovalenkobass]

It's time. Welcome to the dark side of your heart. 😁

[@sarajamus]

@@sirhandelno3 Magic cookies!!!

[@Oldscoolify]

I love the old bass chat vids on SBL. I also dig the honesty here. I unexpectedly sat through this entire video. I like the shorts too but the fact Scott and Ian can keep viewers locked in for an hour really says something.

[@philthomas1982]

I enjoyed that. Especially the bit about gatekeepers at the end. Thanks

[@PerpetuallyTiredMusician]

My big "I was wrong" was picking up the bass as instrument in a way. I was halfway through first year at the royal college of music before I finally cought up with myself and realized that what I truly wanted was to write my own music and not just write my parts, my life as a musican suddenly fell into a focus that I had missed before and it had caused me a lot of grief and frustration in my early ears not understanding what I wanted and why I never felt completely happy in my bands with my role. The reasons for me picking up the bass in the first place was partially wrong but it took maturity and time to admit it. Sure, I have always gravitated towards bass lines and rythm but a big reason was confidence or rather a lack there of, it is after all "known" that bass is the "easy" instrument to learn (wrongfully so in many ways). Let me tell you, when you got a burning desire to express yourself and write and a lack of confidence to boot its arguably the hardest instrument in the world to start with. Well After years of studies first private lessons and then studying music in highschool and then that first year in college it was a relief to finally figure out that all though I love bass it was not the instrument optimal for me as a musician. So whats the lesson here? Figure out what it is you really like and want from music and be honest with yourself if you discover 5-10 years in that you are on the wrong instrument/role/niche, its never too late to swap, a lot of the knowledge is transferable and theory is universal. Secondly, 15" speakers rule, both on bass, guitar and piano dont sleep on those bad boys. thirdly, start recording bass again properly dont get suckered into being lined in and fogotten in the mix as a dry sterile fattner for a guitar, own your freq space! Peace

[@stevedancinhansen3386]

The Mick Sterling shoutout is well-deserved. Dude has a heart of gold and a ton of talent.

[@missionbass]

I think it‘s about time Ian creates a beatboxing class for SBL. Counting while playing is great, but being able to “sing” a drum groove, is so much more to the point. Especially, when it comes to nailing syncopated rhythms.

[@pauljacques2278]

Session legend Bob Babbitt played the original bass line, and the song was written by Andy Fraser, the legendary bass player from Free.

[@johnhunt3089]

Who has never featured on SBL as far as I know

[@mtnhigh]

Yes. Love the old style podcasts and so happy to see them creep back in. We know where to go for the course info and other vids but watching you two have a laugh and talk naturally about all sorts is a nice breather for all of us geeks. Pair of legends, we love ya!

[@geoffreycheng7067]

You guys are both Geniuses! Love what you guys do! Keep it up!

[@johnhunt3089]

Amongst the bass players on Robert Palmers songs are James Jamerson, Bob Babbit, George Porter, Bernard Edwards and Guy Pratt. Also Andy Fraser from Free, who is well overdue a video on the bass solo in Mr Big by Free

[@sweetnsourchick1761]

Scott and Ian are GREAT!!!! Definitely, the Bass Dynamic Duo!!!! Love when you guys are together because you are so entertaining. 😂 🤣 👏 👏

[@bobrien]

Hey there, I just love what you two are doing, just keep on playing and talking about things you are interested in. When I discovered the podcast last summer, this was a gamechanger for me. I listened to all episodes beginning from the first one when I was doing my workout every morning. Since then, when I see you, it feels just like meeting my bass playing pals - because you were talking about all kind of stuff that matters to you. Family life beeing a bass player, diets, traveling, whatever was on your mind. That is really great! Remember the very first episodes of the podcast? You were talking about how social media work. No algorithm would ever suggest to start a bass podcast talking for hours about social media. But that was what was crucial for you at that time. And that is what makes it great. Even if it may seem banal to talk about how long you stay up to play bass or what you had for lunch, it is very much about being musical if you think about it. Yes, Mr. Allison, I included your "me-time", the whole notes at 40 bpm, the ball of butter, in my warm-up and I learned where having great time is coming from. Maybe I won't ever make it to have that great time like you; but what mattters to me is that it is so beautiful that I learned how it is made. No algorithm will ever push you in that direction. I understand that you have a business to take care of, and that's okay. Just please remember to stick to what is of importance for yourself, being a musican.

[@buch3r]

1978 here too. Playing bass must keep us young! I love watching you guys have fun, thanks for sharing your knowledge and love of bass with us!

[@MrFrenchy828]

I completely agree with you Scott. I've always felt and still feel that way about "gimmicky" slap lines. As a result, after more than 20 years, slap is still my achilles. That's how much it put me off.

[@pantone804]

I love this old format. I always watch instead of just listening to these podcasts. It's such a blast to see the two of you interact-it always makes my day. Thanks!

[@damianrf6309]

I enjoy these long-form, Scottian bromance videos.

[@devinebass]

🧡🧡🧡

[@damianrf6309]

@@devinebass We need a better combined name to refer to the bromance...Devison?

[@gopherbarney8707]

IT HAD A SPALTED MAPLE TOP MAN *me:* I mean valid

[@cyborgchimpy]

i've been playing guitar for over 16 years and picked up a J bass a few months ago. I am absolutely LOVING it. I really went quite deep into studying different styles and opinions while at the same time just doing what I enjoy. I love the fact it seriously expanded my mind and broadened everything I thought I knew sounded "GOOD". I absolutely also get the "guitarists are egocentric" argument...yes..yes we are. I only realise now how little appreciation bass generally gets. YOU are the stars, no one would *feel* a THING without you bass players.

[@theTrend7]

Robert Palmer, Every Kind of People 1978 is now my new "I need to learn it," song! Thanks for sharing that,never heard of the song or Bass player So many good tips in this video. Definitely should keep this style of the pod in the mix

[@edbutler3]

That "I was wr-r-r-r-ong" bit comes from The Fonz on Happy Days.

[@joshjosh25694]

I almost commented about it too🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ericolson326]

Yeah, who knew Ian is friends with Henry Winkler? 🤷😄

[@Chad_Sandridge75]

Right?😂​@@ericolson326

[@troydurrance1925]

I really enjoy these types of podcast the most. I like the other video's but I love the long talks and chats. I have a long drive to work everyday and these types of podcast/videos makes it alot better! Always a good time and keep up the awesome work you guys are doing. You both have significantly inspired me as a bass player.

[@nickd.6365]

My old Aria SB1000 has 16mm spacing. Takes a bit of time to adjust to it from a Fender, but it is nice to play

[@camronwilcox2360]

Thank you so much for bringing back the old school pod!!!

[@devinebass]

thank YOU!

[@bobthebomb1596]

Damn, that hour went quick!

[@devinebass]

for me too, lol :)

[@MichaelMYouTube]

I really like the blend overall. Some shows structured with analysis and others with chill conversations. Love them both, want them both. THANKS!!!

[@vinsharrelson2246]

You two are definitely different sides of the same coin! Your wisdom, passion, obsessiveness, and humor are what makes a difference in the online tutorial universe! Ian, thanks for the props to Mitch Sterling, truly a MSP legend! I used to listen to him when I moved to the Twin Cities in the late 90's, great musician and songwriter! Glad you two are continuing, keep it going!

[@joeclark149]

Enjoyed that, a free lowing conversation/podcasr like that is just as fun and informative in a different, but equally valid, way to a focused one.

[@klisher]

I love the old style chatting podcast style. listening to you 2 psychoanalyse each other. Especially the episode last year where you was talking about when you brother was in hospital and you got diagnosed with Focal Dystonia. I thought Ian was brilliant in his responses and questions to that and that it helped you in figuring some stuff out there.

[@oranmckenzie1754]

Yes, yes, bring ‘em back, I missed these conversations (even going further into tangents about kids, life and all). I used to listen religiously every week, but kinda lost the thread when it changed on the main channel.

[@RGBoombox]

Love the older pod format! DO IT!

[@Macna333]

I could listen to you guys talk bass all day, every day. Please keep the content coming. If you stop I will feel like I've lost friends/family.

[@devinebass]

Plenty more to come!

[@OsmarOliveira]

Thanks for the Pierre Brock and Robert Palmer shoutout! I ran straight way to my bass to learn that bassline. So melodic and killer...

[@robertp457]

I love the tangents and main conversation equally.

[@armignac]

I think thats the moog at the beginning and no steelpan

[@theonecalledvino8165]

I was wrong about the Podcast. I love this format! This feels so real and it's like hanging out with Bass bros talking about bass things. Keep it up mates!

[@cantoaosvivos]

Amazing conversation, guys. So much good information and experienced... and your guys are sooooooo funny

[@bassimprovjams3772]

I love the long, just talking and playing Pods! So glad you guys talked about the amp things greet topics today guys! Always love these!!

[@ralf6300]

Great episode. Love that format guys.

[@fostervalle2483]

I was just thinking a couple podcasts ago how I wasn’t in love with the new format of the podcast. I went back and listened to the days when the two of you dug deep and addressed not only bass but also your life’s and mental health and your family - This format feels free and open and genuine. I missed the sincerity of the old podcasts but am happy to see SBL noticing this and wanting to move back. In a KZbin that is flooded with marketing schemes and clickbait and structure all for the algorithm, it would be refreshing for the podcast at least to just be some folks talking about bass and what makes them human.

[@mrtominaz]

The laughter and the jokes and the banter keep me coming back for more!...Thank You and keep it up

[@Rogierhemmes]

Love the podcast on KZbin, keep it coming! Love to hear you chatting, and when I wonder how you play a riff that I just heard I can rewind and watch it.

[@TwoBadBassist]

I used to think the same thing regarding a reverb pedal for bass. My dad (a guitarist) convinced me to try one. I did and now I can’t play without it! I have my reverb (just a little), compressor, and EQ pedals always on!

[@skasteve6528]

Older British viewers are shaking their heads right now. Robert Palmer was one of the two singers with Vinegar Joe, which is what you get when people from Salford, Preston & Batley fuse Stax, jazz, blues & rock. Other members include Elkie Brooks, Peter Gage, Keef Hartley and John Hawken.

[@ImpulseGenerator]

I love this podcast. It's a real comfort zone for me. Thank you guys for the enthusiasm and pure bass nerdery.

[@devinebass]

🧡🧡🧡

[@alexanderednie1205]

Robert Palmers Sneaking Sally is one of the funkiest songs ever written.

[@martinheath5947]

The Meters also 🔥 What an inspired collab for Robert Palmer! Check out (if you haven't)"Through It All There's You" with Bernard Purdie on drums!

[@adambidas9425]

Check out when phish covers it live.

[@alexanderednie1205]

@@adambidas9425 I’m 41. That’s how I found the song! My first show was great went. My cousin took me. I was 14.

[@adambidas9425]

@@alexanderednie1205 3.0 phan here. Been seeing them since 2013. What a legendary show to see as your first!

[@jimmitchell3143]

Total New Orleans funk without the slap.

[@ebensf]

Thanks for bringing back the old school pod. Love your informal conversation between the two of you. Algorithm be damned the long ones are great!

[@cdcgb1]

Barefaced super twin fits great in the boot of my saloon car, never going back to smaller cabs!

[@jackshittle]

A Zon ad in Bass Player magazine made me buy one (a Sonus V and then a Sonus Special IV). I loved the 2+2 headstock that simply said "ZON" on it and loved the fact that it had a composite neck with no trussrod. Bass purists were probably pissed watching my band play in Seattle as we played hard, heavy, thrashy stuff and meanwhile I was using a Zon Sonus Special IV (I traded my 5 string for the 4) tuned down to be, low slinging it & tearing it up lol. But I started a trend......Zon became the bass of choice my bassists in very heavy bands haha. SWR also got me with their cabs; I had a 2x12 with an 8x8 on top of it. Then on top of that I had two Eden WT-300. I had a Y-splitter cable coming out of my bass and into each amp so I could EQ each cab differently. It was definitely taller then I was with the rack case with my tuner in it (and I'm 6' 1").

[@gwilkinson418]

Like it when u guys jibber jabber, keep the jibber jabber content coming 👍👍

[@jonsidell3338]

Brownmark’s rumble bass technique is truly amazing. Super easy to get lost in the groove. Give him a listen if you haven’t, he has a killer KZbin channel.

[@devinebass]

LOVE his KZbin channel!

[@WayneGreen-b4y]

I started out with flats (56 years ago), and have worked my way up to E.B. Cobalts. A set of those lasts me anywhere from 6-8 months worth of gigs. I've tried EVERY type of bass string over 56 years, and those Cobalts give me such clarity on EVERY string. GREAT tone balance! JMHO.

[@CheapMessiah]

On the subject of boutique basses, you guys have a video from 5 or 6 years ago where you play back to back on a blind test a sire jazz that was like 600€ or so against a fodera matt garrison that must have been at least 18-20k€, that sire was dialed in perfectly, the fodera sounded poorly next to it. So yes, its very hard to justify a boutique bass on sound alone. But, back in the 90s and 00s, and quite some portion of the 10s, boutique basses had one gigantic advantage, they were built right, back then you knew that if you bought a new bass for less than 2k you were making huge compromises on how that bass felt when you played it and how it was fit and finished. Nothing beats a bass that you pickup for the first time and the neck feels proper, rolled edges, fret work on point, finish with the right texture and thickness. Not to mention the electronics made sense, bellow 1k almost everything came with bad ceramic pickups and preamps that felt like they were made to make your tone bad no matter what. A good P or J are great basses, but the market has been absent of those at reasonable prices, or at all at times, boutique builders made a lot of sense during those times.

[@elrafa782]

Thanks guys, always having great time with you. Ready for the next one 🙏

[@JustAskJimVO]

Wonderful to have the low-key, high value, Scott/Ian hang mode once more. Missed it. Great episode.

[@georgewilliams7227]

I have to admit.. i really do love my mark bass 112 mini. But my GK Rig!!! 2) 410 cabs and Legacy head omg!!!!!

[@Jay-kk2rd]

So, I just want to throw this out there, and I’m not sure you’ll ever see it, since you no doubt have so many viewers: the chemistry between you two is so fresh, natural, and a joy to watch and listen to. I sometimes laugh out loud as you discuss the various topics related to music. Coming from a 62 year old ex-musician, you guys are awesome and likely a little of what I needed as a high school bass player wannabe with no direction.

[@devinebass]

Cheers for that, appreciate the warm words!!!

[@Jay-kk2rd]

@@devinebass And by the way, I am proud to say my son is a music teacher, inspired in part by the music he was exposed to as a young boy.

[@Chad_Sandridge75]

I'm glad they brought up not listening to people that tell you "this is what you want" when it doesn't resonate with you. I had played as a teenager and put it down for about a decade. When I decided at 30 I was going to seriously get back to playing; I saved up $500 and went to Guitar Center. I was determined to but a passive p or jazz bass. I loved the Vintage Modified jazz with the block inlays! I had been to a few stores and played them and the one at GC sounded amazing. Well there was a great bass player working in there. It seemed like he was the man by the way everyone treated him. He told me how Fender was yesterdays instrument. If I wanted something versatile that I wouldn't out grow, active is where its at. I was crushed. But, he had "just the one!" It was a beautiful cherry burst flame top Ibanez. Reluctantly I took his advice. I mean he's the man right; he wouldn't steer me wrong? It was so bright, even with the tone completely rolled off! I hated it! It was an amazing instrument for someone but not me. I played it for over a year and never warmed up to it. So I traded it for a passive Lakeland P bass; and instantly began to play better. 18 years and a ton of basses later; I have only found one active bass that suits me. A Fender Precision Lyte. I still kick myself for selling it to pay bills.

[@BigSunn0]

I just....wish there was a switch I could flip that switched from roundwounds to flats....

[@marcelkornelissen]

Variac bass line 6

[@robertsuggs2510]

I have said it many times,,,YOU TWO GUYS ARE THE BEST!!! 🎸🤠 from Arkansas USA

[@devinebass]

cheers Robert!

[@sauletto1]

This style of bass content combined with the chemistry between you both, is eerily mesmerizing . I've watched 3 of these in a row here from beginning to end . To me.... this is how it should be done . Fricking pure Awesomeness !!! Plus I've picked up several new things from each of the 3 newest vids I watched . Riveting engagement on a "Jedi" level. ( I have a Ampeg PF-500 through a older Peavey TX-810. Yes, it weighs as much as a bus... but that percussive attack and hit is indescribable ) 😁🎸

[@GrandadTinkerer]

Don't forget that Guy Pratt played with them in the 80's.

[@per-olafengen7838]

I recognize my self in all the embarrassing things you talk about when growing into a professional musician 😂. Love you guys! Thanks for this one, too❤

[@crocholiday]

Dude... I felt the same way about the P back in the 90's. I had a mid 70's P that I sold for $250 back then to get a more "modern" sounding bass like a Spector, Stingray bass or Sound gear basses. I was 100% convinced I could not get that awesome bright, poppy compressed tone with a P. I didn't get another one until maybe 5 years ago now because everyone had one and I just didn't want what everyone had. Sean Hurley's tone is where I finally caved. Try as I might (and longer than I care to admit), I could not get my single H Stingray to sound like his P and sit in the mix like it does. I finally said "screw it" and got one to see what I'd have to do to it to get close Sean's tone. Nothing... nothing is what I had to do. The P with LaBella flats was 95% there right out of the case. Now I have 2 P's and 2 P/J's. It's funny to hear that the sound I was searching for back in the 90's was just a well produced P lol.

[@paulharrison2557]

One of the rooms where we rehearse has an old Mesa 2x15 and it is insanely good! But, I would hate to try and transport it, it weighs a frikken tonne!

[@MrJosten72]

I always loved 15s.

[@Laggdawg]

I prefer the riffing format for the KZbin videos. I come here to get involved in a conversation. Love listening to you guys going off on tangents.

[@markus_d-fx4bi]

Bob Babbit played bass on the record...

[@guzzialfa]

Back in the day comment. I used 4 - 18" Cerwin Vega speakers in folded horns. My 'minions' as Scott calls them. I prefer Roadie or better, Friends, took the upper cab and turned it upside down so a literal wall of sound came out of my Les Paul Triumph Bass with 800 watts Stereo. I ran a mono splitter so i could rub through each channel. Ok - here it comes right at me: "Hey Boomer!" I own it, it's OK little one. Now sit down before my speakers blow you down!

[@Paulfishmarshall1]

Loving the riffing guys. Feels like a natural conversation between two people who just LOVE the bass! The perfect thing to be watching whilst boiling my strings!! Please keep ‘em coming!!

[@matthewbitzer8532]

I don’t play much bass these days, I subscribed back in 2015 when I was learning to play for a band back in college. That being said, I’ve watched nearly all of the latest videos because the vibes are so good and they just make me smile and laugh. Great work y’all!

[@rikmcrae]

Used a Phil Jones Briefcase amp with 2x5” speakers and it was fantastic for band practice, but when we did a full volume practice it was just not enough. Went with an ABM 500 2x10 combo and it’s a different world.

[@alicevandenboogaard4278]

I am happy the (old) podcast is back! I really enjoy the podcast! Keep 'em coming!

[@jb_CartriteBand]

Scott, you need to try Laney Digbeth 500 head with the tall 410. It’s killer. It’s what Nathan East uses now. Love you guys

[@davidwinokur2131]

Years ago Scott got me turned on to reverb on my bass. I keep it low and use 'Hall' style, but won't be without it.

[@chriscashband]

Speaking of boutique basses, it would be cool to see you guys talk about building your own parts bass. I've built 4 so far from Warmoth, and I love them!

[@kevinsavo718]

BEST POD IN A LONG TIME!!!!!!! OLD SCHOOL POD FORMAT FOREVER!!!!

[@johns4858]

Ian describing the stages of teaching bass is so real 😂 my poor early students

[@johnmahan9336]

Loved this episode! 😊

[@Nugmania1]

When it comes to cabs, go big or go home, minimum 4/10 on any gig. Lots of air to move, you are there to add big badass bottom end. Also show up with a 100 watt tube head and class D 500 watts as a back up

[@ethanlocke3604]

If you want more steel pan scott, check out the Johnathan Scales Fourchestra, its a killer trio with bass drums and steel pan and they are absolutely killing

[@devinebass]

YES... was listening to them when Cody Wright was on bass :)

[@ethanlocke3604]

@@devinebass Hell yeah, its a great group, and Elon JD, their current bass player, is a great dude as well as player

[@benja0844]

The best thing about these videos is watch you guys have so much funn

[@GregoryRitter]

Loved watching this entire video. Thank you for the long fun content. I watched this while cooking dinner. I ended up taking too long making dinner because I stopped to just watch the video. Keep up the good work.

[@Mazda13bRotary]

I'm 27 so I came up in a different era, but when I was a kid the first bass tone I remember falling in love with was Mark Hoppus on the Blink 182 self titled album. The nasally P bass growl sits well in almost any mix in a really pleasing way.

[@FullumMusic]

Standard Fender style bass spacing is 19mm, P or J.

[@caseyfields5785]

Definitely do more of these Podcasts!! They are the best - entertaining and full of helpful information!

[@gimmeagig]

I have been playing active (mostly EMG) Jazz basses for over fourty years. Finally I caved in and I put together two passive P basses this year. A Jamerson one with flats and a Freddie Washington, Paul Jackson one with rounds. The Jamerson one with the flats is OK ( I currently have TI Jazz Flats, I might try heavier LaBellas) but I just can't warm up to the passive roundwound P. I'm going with active EMGs this week. I had them on my P Bass in the early 80s. I loved them back then and and I still do.

[@justinerb6975]

Speaking of monitor mixes, lately, I've been playing direct with in-ears, but to get the "feeling" of bass and moving air, I've had a subwoofer behind me that just has the standard FOH mix in it. I love it! The in-ears give you all the benefits of being able to hear exactly what you want at a reasonable volume, but the subwoofer still lets you feel your playing. Granted, this has only been at one location and it's the standard stage setup, but I think I'd give it a go in other situations if possible. I've also mixed FOH in the same venue and it makes FOH mixing very easy by minimizing the stage volume.

[@wedderboom]

Lots of fun watching you two chat about bass stuff. Thanks.

[@fantomtracks]

The song at the beginning is 'Robert Palmer - Every Kinda People' if anybody look after it ;)

[@bigrichie3739]

Robert Palmer’s She Makes My Day has a beautiful bass part.

[@jonniehill]

Played by Frank Blair, definitely worth an in depth look

[@KlintonSilvey]

As someone who spent 22 years on 16mm (or less) spacing and who just bought a bass with 18mm spacing, it's easier to play certain things quickly on the 18mm spacing because it's easier to be clean

[@DavyLaStrange]

Good job! The wide ranging, " Wtf were we talking about?!" shows are great! Makes you bass gods look more human!

[@trebm]

I will admit I was wrong about disliking jazz & precision basses and stringrays when I was younger because everyone played them, now I absolutely love them and they sound freaking awesome!

[@SybrenRoefs]

Yes, this is EXACTLY the kind of content I love. ❤ Please keep 'm coming. Switched from my TV to my computer just to comment this.

[@AndrewWilks-y6f]

This has been mentioned a few times in the comments below, but it is really so important..."Every kinda people" was written by the (the late) Andy Fraser. He was the low end of probably the most authentic rock band of the 70s, Free. He wrote co-wrote many of their iconic songs, and his connection with Simon Kirke, the drummer and the unimaginably "spare" Paul Kossoff was incredible. It often felt like the spaces between the notes were more expansive and telling than the notes themselves...His last solo album "Naked, and Finally Free" was exceptional. A true legend. Please put him into your schedule for some discussion and analysis, I would love to hear you guys share your thoughts!

[@johnfeole1971]

Thanks for the great laughs, from my favorite 2 bass comedians! 😎

[@jacobwhite936]

Love the return of the old format. Keep it up.

[@cletraclewy2665]

Ok. This showed up in my notifications. I thought that's probably not something I should waste my time on.....but I'll check out a bit of it. An hour later I was wanting more. Enjoyed it allot. I'm fairly new to this, at an old age, and haven't played around with pedals much. I love the sound of that spring reverb and think I need one even though I probably can't play well enough to warrant it!

[@mixedimagearts]

34:22 I also had the VHS video of him and I have to say that it was a pretty cool thing back then 😂