26. My Gear

[@Producelikeapro]

Wonderful to have Leland online sharing such great information! This is what the internet is all about! His talent and humility is second to none! Bravo Lee!

[@Producelikeapro]

P.S I’ve been blessed to record him and his sound and feel are unbeatable. Having a world class player like him elevates every recording, every live show and his personality lifts the session!

[@jrosner6123]

He is one of my favorite players, must have been such a fun time working with him!

[@Producelikeapro]

J Rosner yes, indeed! We worked with an all star cast of amazing musicians with the late great Dick Wagner for a song for St Jude’s Children’s Hospital! It was a wonderful experience

[@MrCookie31c]

Did he use the Producer switch on you? :)

[@Chiefmonks]

@@MrCookie31c We're big, we're bad and .... "can you make your sound a bit more shimmery?" :P

[@jjones7837]

The Sub Kick though!!! OMFG. The Basses are amazing man. Cheers.

[@fivewattworld]

So great to see a man, at the zenith of a career, having done everything someone can hope to have done, and here he is with three amps and three basses basically saying "I can do pretty much everything I need with this stuff right here." Tremendous!

[@0HARE]

five watt world Yes, absolutely.

[@paulsimmons5726]

Lee is a piece of musical history himself, so authentic! This was one of the coolest “my-gear videos” I’ve seen on KZbin. The Frankenstein bass story was really great, thanks for sharing!

[@jrosner6123]

Wow!! The rundown on the Frankenbass was worth the price of admission alone. What a straight up, intelligent, witty humanist Lee is- I am loving this series.

[@jameskeyes1131]

Such a humble, kind and compassionate man. Very minimal gear, not a bunch of showy crap just for ego purposes. Such a pleasure to hear the stories of his amazing life playing with almost everyone who makes music. What a resume'!

[@kanagawa2008]

Pretty amazing when Mr. Sklar just starts causally naming some of the world's best musicians ever signing his bass.

[@justinfedenyszen7049]

You are just the MAN! Your an inspiration to us bass players, and just a decent fellah. Thank you for the content Lee!

[@Johny9405]

That "Frankenstein" bass guitar is not just a work of art. It is a piece of history! Beautiful!

[@bradleypagliaro9133]

You are a national treasure and an encyclopedia of knowledge and history. Thank you so much for letting us into your home, and for caring as much about the music and the music makers (and the music listeners) as you do.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Awesome gear tour!!

[@luigitrentin4854]

Lee Sklar: humble, friendly, simple....and when you think about his career, c'mon! A GIGANTIC bass player, a real musician, incredible performer. Thanks a lot, Mr. Sklar, love from Italy

[@ALWTunes]

I remember watching James Taylor concerts on PBS when I was a kid and being fascinated with the bearded bass player. And now, through the magic of the internet we get to interact with these musical legends we grew up with. You're awesome, Lee. Thanks for sharing your time with us.

[@arthurbegin669]

As a keyboard and piano guy, this is so interesting the way you experimented. Kinda like trying to get a race car handling the way you want, so hard, but when you get a combo that works that day, you are unstoppable. Love your videos.

[@stephenwilson9612]

This is why the internet was invented. Such a joy to see and hear a legend talk about his profession and his life. A rare glimpse inside a truly unique world. A+

[@danielhoneycutt3100]

brother, love the frank bass! that thing has so much soul to it. All those musicians that have left their names, absolutely amazing!

[@kathrynvaliquette2764]

Oh wow, my man Merle Haggard.

[@louiscyphre6049]

The producer switch had me dying!! Brilliant!! BTW you sir are an absolute humble and beautiful human being! Love your bass playing with Phil! Beautiful gear!

[@tomsteger1]

I'm totally stealing this: "Hey, why don't you to CELEBRATE yourself?" LOL! Thank you, Mr. Sklar for the awesome tour. Such a joy to hang out here with you! Best to you, always!

[@kimmyray1234]

This is my FAVORITE VIDEO OF ALL 700HUNDRED SOMETHING !! LOVE ❤ LOVE ❤ LOVE ❤ THIS ONE ! THANKS LEE 😊......YOU ARE MY BIGGEST FANTASTIC FAN! ( that really feels like family , your generosity @ kindness is immeasurable! ) 💕 💞 ♥ Kim-n-Carolina

[@keithm7087]

Old basses are like running shoes, once you break them in they're hard to give up. I am still in love with my 74 Jazz, bought it new and will never part with it.

[@anthonydavis4829]

Thank you for the posting. You're one of the best bassist of all time. You & Nathan East.

[@linkedup7346]

You are our hero. What an awesome person you are. On top of your great musical talent, your attitude is the best....

[@J.A.Hansen]

Maximum Respect🙏 Leland before i came to your channel i had no glue about your musical history and so on.But a few weeks ago somebody gave me a dvd from Toto live and i saw you playin on there and it blew me away. I'm a musician (Bluesguitarplayer and Writer,singer,but im not in the public)i'm just doin it for myself and i played here and there in my area germany small gigs in pubs or on the street)However i started when i was 14 and by now i'm 54.As time goes by.For a few years ago i'm fighting with some health problems which are a really drag sometimes.But i try to keep the good spirits up.Apart from that a few month ago i started an old hobby again,and i'm building ship modells.So i had totally forgot how much i missed it.The good side thing about building these modells is that i found out that these work is good for my fingers.It changed my style on guitar in a interesting kind of way. Anyway.Take care of yourself and stay healthy.Have a nice day an God Bless You🙏Thank you for this channel and sharing your expierince and knowledge. Greeings from mainz germany ✌☮😎☮✌ Jochen(Amos) Hansen⚓

[@Uneedhelp91]

As a guy who goes on the road with a small local group, I really appreciate the "I don't want to give the sound guy EQ issues", as well as keeping your gear to a minimum. That makes loading and setup alot less work. You can enjoy the music more. Thanks again!

[@iantheorem]

Thank you for sharing so much intimate details of your life with us. I truly appreciate you and love your contribution to music

[@kevinallen1761]

LOVE the selector switch on the Warwick. Lights up and "it doesn't do anything". Perfect!

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

It's the perfect switch for when that PITA stickler says we need to change something but doesn't know what it is. Position 2 or 5 really work well, and Lee can get on with playing.

[@NikkieRoxxx]

Producer switch ;)

[@mysterj1]

@@NikkieRoxxx it’s genius

[@aldojunior9748]

in my opinion, you are the best bass player in the whole world, you have incredible musical intelligence, I'm from Brazil and we admire your work a lot !!! I didn't have the opportunity to watch Phil Collins' show in 2018 when they were here together, but I've been following his career ever since !! 🇧🇷

[@elizabethcoleman5729]

Leland Sklar is truly a musician for the generations he helped make the music of a lifetime with the best in the business. God bless you Leland for all the sound.

[@TheSanityInspector]

Ha, I just now requested a video about your gear on another clip, and here it is in the suggestions! Great stuff, thanks.

[@matthewarrowsmith9022]

I absolutely love your videos Leland! Thanks for sharing. I've admired you for years as a top notch bassist and it's a joy to get to know you through these videos. Take care! Best wishes from Sydney Australia.

[@adamisaac2758]

I love that your thumb wore the wood down. You gotta be diggin with that right hand. I had my first main bass stolen out of the van after a gig. You have great taste Lee.

[@matto9734]

Leland "Lee" Sklar, I am such a fan of you since I heard Spectrum back in the late 70´s early 80´s. This album can´t be thought without your deep rhytms and lines!!! It is so wonderful to see you "as you are" after such a long time of knowing you from your music...

[@lovrovrus5385]

Unbelievable! Thank you very much Lee. I am so grateful for all the videos you put out lately, but this is a real gem. I hope you get back on the road as soon as possible, and I hope to get a chance to catch one of your live shows. Love you!

[@davej318]

Lee - you are the image of class. Thanks so much for posting.

[@shadricosuave]

One of my favorite videos yet. Thanks for sharing your gear choices and what you use them for.

[@pcmechanic40]

Wow. All that sound with minimal but very specific and loved and well used gear. That’s amazing!!

[@chowchichang2922]

Wow ! That last bass guitar has history written all over it ... literally ! Thanks for sharing Lee .

[@KenjiKitahara]

Thanks for keeping us enlightened during these rather not so fun times Lee... It's been hard to laugh at anything lately, but you're a true gentleman, and you've reminded me to have a sense of humour... Thank you!!! :)

[@MikeBixby]

great series. Less is more Carlton played a 335 and small amp no pedals on a lot of Dan stuff. Thanks for giving us all a peek behind the curtain

[@daviddesmond2143]

Thank you for a rainy day and to Leland for making this wonderful video of your great stuff. Keep them coming, please. We love you, man!

[@adamisaac2758]

Thanks for the lifetime of fabulous bass lines Leland. I'm an electric bassist comin outta Madison WI. My Father (David Faas) was the bassist for the band "Soup" From Appleton WI. Debut was back in 69. If you haven't heard Soup the Album, it's a classic. My dad turned me on to alot of great players, but you my friend are a rare gem. Thanks again.

[@freeflyerlensman]

Leland, what a pleasure to stumble across this channel yesterday, I’ve followed your playing for a number of years and seen you live with Phil, and Genesis several times, and it’s been a pleasure to introduce you to my 15 year old son who’s been playing bass for a couple of years now. I’ll be a regular viewer from now on. Keep it coming. Take care. Graham.

[@acme401]

OMG I Loved this! I could listen to you talk gear all day. Please keep it up

[@howtomakestuffwell]

Thanks for sharing mate, Love the Frankenstein. I would love to see the Yamaha.

[@bakokat6982]

Just found your Vlog here on you tube, thank you for sharing all your stories and experiences with the great talents in the music business. You sir are one of the greats! Thank you also for remembering Fred Walecki. He is a great gentleman, has been a friend to so many musicians over the past 50 years.His music shop was my favorite place to visit, he was a friend to all who met him. I have spent many afternoons yaking it up with him there. I have bought and still have a couple of choice guitars and mandolins from him. He is a treasure to find. Thank you for sharing your amazing gear, love the Frankenstein ! All the signatures and memories. I have a mandolin with just about every great mandolin player’s signature on it. Bless you for your stories and gift of time.❤️

[@Adipsia1]

My new favourite channel. Lee, thanks for sharing so much of yourself and your history.

[@jamesalfaro3155]

I’m speechless about your gear. Specially on “Frankenstein”. Simply: LOVELY !!! 👍👍👍

[@ErrolGoveas]

Simplicity personified 🥰🙏🏻

[@mikemcgibney]

One small comment though: filming these in landscape make them much more satisfying to view on KZbin! Thanks for putting them up!

[@bend5159]

You are an amazing person, showing your playing, your gear,,,just WOW, THANK YOU for sharing your experiences, From Montreal Canada

[@petersundberg5867]

Thanks Lee for a wonderful video your are a real role model for me. Regards/Peter

[@walterdouglas2931]

That Base is your HISTORY. OH MY. YOU are great. Im going to follow you and listen. THANK YOU. IM MEDICAL in NW INDIANA.. Blessings Sir

[@cavetroll666]

i just ordered a dingwal d roc thanks leland sklar for showing this bass company to many others.

[@vladaroo]

Thank you for sharing Lee. You are one awesome person.

[@probype]

Thanks Leland, for the nice tour of your gear. Few items but well chosen, evaluated, tested, listened to, and eventually selected. That was great !... thanks again... ciao... from Milan, Italy

[@basshoncho]

I also saw signatures from Matt Rollings and the late great Larrie Londin! Legendary musicians just as you are Leland, much respect sir.

[@kennonmoen4424]

Wow, that was the fastest twenty-two minutes I’ve spent in a long while. Time flies when you’re having fun. Thanks for the good time. Stay home...stay safe...save lives! (And be careful with roses.)

[@titowow21]

Thanks for sharing about your rig. Love your work! 😊

[@Shred_The_Weapon]

Thank you for showcasing your equipment arsenal, Mr. Sklar. Additional thumbs up to anyone that has owned and played Taurus pedals. You may know by now (9 days out from Easter) that you were perfectly visible at the beginning. One could hope that you’re showing up on camera if you can make eye contact with the lens. That’s how I perceive it when I shoot Facebook live clips with my iPad (I detest selfie mode). Signed - a legally-blind musician. Perhaps, you could help me out with a query. My old instrument retailer told me playing slap bass on a fretless fingerboard has a deleterious effect on the fingerboard. How true is that?

[@nightnoodler812]

Priceless, the Frankenstein Fender with all the signatures, the love dent, the soul of that bass must be...I am speechless, the stories it could tell. Only soul more precious than that bass is Lee's, your awsome. Not to take away from your other basses, but I will never forget seeing that bass, hope it ends up in a Museum. Not 1 bass(or bassplayer) on the entire planet like that one. Had to watch that segment a few times..very vey cool. Thanks for sharing

[@madbam]

Great stories...thank you for sharing. Be safe

[@RawDaDa]

Thank you for sharing your equipment! Fascinating......even as a guitarist! LOL!

[@andinamm2246]

my God...Porcaro´s Signature...bless thank you Leland, Love you! take care!

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

amazing

[@cameronlesley2428]

You are the reason that I have used EA for last 14 years the best a,p I’ve ever used. Thank you so much

[@brentdoncliff2845]

Love the producer knob, great innovation.

[@thesunrisechannel]

Loved the gear tour Lee...Thanks! When I met you back in the day...'77, I was working on the business side with Bill Graham, and honored to have an all access pass to your show at Concord Pavilion, with Jackson, Lindley, Danny and your Section family. It was an early Runnin' On Empty show, and it was so totally powerful and unforgettable. If my memory serves, you were playing a custom Alembic at the time. Though my music biz days are long gone, I still miss it...and hanging out with great talent like you and yours. So glad to see you are still with us...and obviously well.

[@anvva204]

Thanks Leland for share your music and specially your stories, certainly you have a lot to keep sharing. Be safe.

[@leonardsrobert]

This is great, Leland! Love the old 'signature' bass. It must be great to have such great memories inscribed on an instrument like that! Thanks!

[@jamesnash7262]

...this was so good Leland,thank-you very much...if i had a nickel for every time i woodshedded in the day,playing my bass along with you,Jack Bruce,James Jamerson and Joe Osborn, i'd have to send you a big cheque for all the lessons...i'm serious, thank-you very much...

[@RB-bp5ud]

Love what you’re doing here. You’re absolutely one of my favorite bass players of all time.

[@janharris1085]

What an absolute treat! Thank you so much!

[@PMCN53]

These VLOGs are fabulous Lee! The history you have just shared about your gear is a wonderful insight into a true virtuoso Bassist! Thank you -Cheers from Australia!

[@NikkieRoxxx]

Yes they are superb!! Greetings from a canadian in Holland

[@winstontk]

This was FABULOUS! Yet again. Thanks, Lee.

[@bedtimegore1329]

I think your real tool is your fingers... but Frankenstein's sound has accompanied many of my travels... that bass is truly a piece of music history. Thank for that gem.

[@dunlaoghaire]

Leland, will you leave me the Frankenstein in your will???? Oh my god!!!! The bass is beautiful, and the history......

[@matthewd6306]

It's cool to see a world class session and touring musician to have just a few basses and amps, nothing too fancy and not 100 different basses and amps. I have 3basses myself. A Fender Pbass, A Warwick 5 string Corvette, and a Warwick FNA Jazzman, looking to sell the Jazzman for a EB Music Man Stingray. And I play a through a Mesa WD800 tube amp, beautiful sounding amp. Each Bass sounds completely different and serves a different purpose. I have just a few pedals, DG VMT overdrive, DG DI pedal, and Compressor.

[@Mistertbones]

Leland is an amazing bassist, but also so down to earth. Thank you for sharing, Leland.

[@BassPlayerNcl]

I love the look of the Star Bass 😍 Thank you for sharing all of this, Lee ❤️

[@NikkieRoxxx]

I love the color; though my guitars are black or red

[@unclebuzz6913]

I JUST FOUND YOUR CHANNEL DURING THE QUARANTINE ,I AM IN THE HIGH DESERT OF S.CALIFORNIA.BEEN WATCHING YOUR PLAYING ,ALONG WITH JACK BRUCE ,JOHN ENTWISTLE ,CHRIS SQUIRE, AND JOHN PAUL JONES FOR AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER (IN MY MID 50S) .I THINK YOU DO SO LITTLE WHERE IT IS NEEDED TO CARRY THE BASS LINE AND COMPLIMENT THE WHOLE SONG WHATEVER YOU PLAY IT IS ,SPOT ON .AND FRIGGIN AWESOME.. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HUMANITY AND JUST BEING YOU. GOD BLESS AND HAPPY EASTER (OR WHATEVER YOU BELIEVE) JUST BE SAFE OUT THERE

[@mitfreundlichengrussen1234]

Thank you for bringing some light and warmth into this world - you´ve caught my heart, so glad I found your channel.

[@calummcnab3222]

Thankyou so mich. I can so watch how of my Heroes works. x

[@ryehlb]

I love your minimalist approach to your gear, Lee. And yes, this video is a dream for us, your fans. Thanks for sharing.

[@lancealot5639]

Love the signed bass you're definitely an inspiration to me

[@TryptychUK]

Thank you for a wonderful, enlightening video, Le. I know, I'm a nerd, but the Taurus pedals still make me light up when I see a set as they are so rare these days.

[@ScootersGroove0801]

Lee, I feel like I am right there with you. Thank you for sharing this. Love it, love you.

[@basilreardon5783]

Your fantastic explaning your gear thankyou . Now I can custom fit my bass for my arm comfort thankyou

[@dougmael]

Great walk-through, Lee! Your loyalty to Euphonic Audio, Sheldon Dingwall and Warwick is remarkable and something to be proud of .... as is your stellar playing and fabulous personality!

[@brunoflaxbow2837]

bonjour je suis un "bass players" amateur !! trés content de vous découvrir plus ... authentique direct ... sans aucun filtre ... naturel ... je vous suivez déjà de loin aux travers des concerts des clips etc .. et vous avez toujours été dans mes bassistes préférés ... merci pour votre "travail" ... votre sincérité .... je connaissais un peu le bassiste que vous êtes et je découvre maintenant un peu l'homme ... les 2 me plaisent beaucoup ... merci pour cela Grand merci

[@dr.crypto6891]

I am building a bass for personal use, I am going to use mandolin fret wire, Hopefully it will work out as well for me as it does for you. Thanks for all the great music. Cheers.

[@mcord76]

Hi Lee, This was awesome. Keep doing these videos!

[@bmfsounddesign9643]

Man, the Frankenstein!! What a treat, thank you!!

[@johnvcougar]

I think the pickup placement on traditional basses was to cater for early muddy bass amps (same rationale for Strats and Teles) that needed all the treble an instrument could muster. These days, I'm totally with you: pickups want to favour warming up the tone towards the treblier strings by moving them closer to the neck.

[@luvbasses5487]

Thank you big brother...for showing us the goods giving a rundown on Frankie! All my questions have been answered about it, at last.

[@rcjward]

The Warwick is very eye-catching.

[@marcoortolani4285]

thank you mr. Leland for the emotions that you transmit to me. you are a good man. really thank you from my hearth

[@sumimasn]

i don't play any string instruments, but i really enjoyed that. A great story teller. Thanks Le.

[@7863348]

Love that gear Lee. Very interesting video. Great detail. Thanks for taking the time to do these videos. Greatly appreciated. Keep well.

[@joethebar1]

I used EA cabs for years. They are the sheet. I loved the banjo frets on the ding walls. I don’t care for large frets. The star bass is an incredible instrument

[@niftykeentypedog]

This is absolute dream content for us bass nerds, so special to hear the stories behind the sounds. Loving it, Lee! Thank you!