I came looking for advice/answers to gear questions.
Now that I know everything
, I stay because of the community.
Now that I know everything
, I stay because of the community.
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I finally get it! Why I come to TalkBass. How about you?
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I joined out of curiosity, stayed because of some great people I've conversed with.
It keeps me off those nasty sites one hears about. 
Or...
I think I started on here to get smart on some gear I was looking at buying. Turned out the be alot of fun just hangin', conversin', and continually learning different areas of bass/music.
Or...
I think I started on here to get smart on some gear I was looking at buying. Turned out the be alot of fun just hangin', conversin', and continually learning different areas of bass/music.
I'm here because TGP is toxic, getting as bad as facebook.
I'm a drummer that pretends to be a guitarist and sometimes a bassist, but I've found I get along with 50% of guitarists and 99% of bassists. I think I've only met one person from TB in real life, but I'm sure (and I hope) there will be more.
I'm a drummer that pretends to be a guitarist and sometimes a bassist, but I've found I get along with 50% of guitarists and 99% of bassists. I think I've only met one person from TB in real life, but I'm sure (and I hope) there will be more.
Why would any one play the instrument we do when we are told that when we play right no one hears us, and when we stop playing people feel some thing is missing. They just do not know what.
Those of us who know why we play this instrument are just more interesting to talk to.
Those of us who know why we play this instrument are just more interesting to talk to.
Never met a TBer, but I've noticed there are no dumb questions here. Bassists seem in general to be generous people, and always very free with information and software/patches.
I've been on here 17 years. So far every deal I've made through the classifieds has been excellent. My experience is that this is a trustworthy group. I think the bassist's role is largely supportive. We provide stability in any ensemble. We make other musicians sound better. We aren't for the most part looking for the spotlight or curtain calls. We go about our business and make things work. I enjoy being part of this sort of community.
Recently I bought a new Subway 215 and needed to sell my Subway 112 and 115. Except when I started to look at shipping prices, I was not hopeful. So I decided to post them here as local sale only. Within 2 days, someone from 15 miles up the road wanted them. Unfortunately, that fell through, but then another guy from up the road expressed interest in the 115, and then the 112 as well. A new-ish bassist switching from guitar. We met halfway and talked bass for a while. Nicest guy ever. No weirdness like I would fear on CL. It’s a great place to sell gear. But I also appreciate the convos on TB, especially on long running threads where you get to know the various players a bit.
I came here much younger. Went away at some point, started visiting again. Generally, I like the multitude of discussions and knowledge to be had in here and the banter's quite good, too. Plus, the internet bravado and drama are at a minimum and it seems to be a more peaceful forum.
I also like a lot of people in here (although most people don't seem to like me very much), some folks I'd definitely wanna meet and have a couple of beers with.
Plus, if I ever need more GAS, TB's the place to get full!
I also like a lot of people in here (although most people don't seem to like me very much
), some folks I'd definitely wanna meet and have a couple of beers with.Plus, if I ever need more GAS, TB's the place to get full!
It isn't really all that odd or uncommon to feel good around people that share your interests. I love wine and always wonder why I meet so many cool people at wineries. My wife and I are foodies and do fancy food event and wonder why we meet so many cool people there. I spend my summers at our vacation place on the coast. I always wonder why I like my neighbors here so much better than back in my primary town.
See what I mean? If people are attracted to the same things, they will typically like hanging with each other. I think TB is the same.
See what I mean? If people are attracted to the same things, they will typically like hanging with each other. I think TB is the same.
completely agree with OP.
And yes, I too have sold two basses in one day and bought one same day.
not proud of that, but it happens.
TB has provided so many great opportunities to me.
It's made me so much a better bass player, because I have great gear and motivation to play it.
It has also provided solace during boring Zoom meetings during the pandemic lockdown. Gotta love this place and these fine TBers, many of whom I have built lasting friendships IRL.
And yes, I too have sold two basses in one day and bought one same day.
not proud of that, but it happens.
TB has provided so many great opportunities to me.
It's made me so much a better bass player, because I have great gear and motivation to play it.
It has also provided solace during boring Zoom meetings during the pandemic lockdown. Gotta love this place and these fine TBers, many of whom I have built lasting friendships IRL.
I stumbled into this site by accident over 12 years ago and have met many good people here. I am on this site almost every day and enjoy the information, various posts, and cast of characters who share the same interests, music, and humor as me.
I know we aren't supposed to discuss religious stuff, but I'm mostly here to worship our lord and savior TORT.
The TORT is my bandleader; I shall not clam.
He maketh me to groove deep in great pockets: he leadeth me when the singer's pitch falters.
He funkifies my soul: he leadeth me in the drum fills when the drummers tempo breaks.
Yea, though I walk through the progressions of I's and IVs, I will fear no Vs: for thou art with me; thy key and bass clef they comfort me.
Thou preparest a monitor before me in the presence of mine band: thy soundman is competent; my tone is fat.
Surely groupies and money shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will boogie in the house of the TORT for ever.
The TORT is my bandleader; I shall not clam.
He maketh me to groove deep in great pockets: he leadeth me when the singer's pitch falters.
He funkifies my soul: he leadeth me in the drum fills when the drummers tempo breaks.
Yea, though I walk through the progressions of I's and IVs, I will fear no Vs: for thou art with me; thy key and bass clef they comfort me.
Thou preparest a monitor before me in the presence of mine band: thy soundman is competent; my tone is fat.
Surely groupies and money shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will boogie in the house of the TORT for ever.
Here because I can hang out with other bass players/musicians that I would otherwise have no business being around. Haven't really "connected" with any members yet, but everyday I can learn something new, get a different perspective, or just enjoy the various personalities.
As a newer player, the like-mindedness of other bassists is a great resource. As an example, a few weeks ago I finally wrapped my head around what I thought were some eye opening concepts. I watched a Mark Smith video that made my fretboard finally take shape in my mind. Instead of memorizing the notes and their location on the fretboard like I've been trying for the last year, he showed me the actual order of the notes. Really made the fretboard make so much more sense. Revolutionary for this newb! Then I learned about the root (above/below/octave) and the fifth. Wow, very cool stuff. The problem with self taught is you get what you pay for. So my point being, there is a bassist at my church who always says hello and encourages my practice. Once I learned these concepts, I couldn't wait to see him to tell him. He as always, was very encouraging, and just generally a super nice guy. But he understood what I was talking about, while my wife just looks at me with a look like "who is this clown?" But to her credit she always listens and encourages as best she can.
I do a quick check pretty much everyday on my favorite subsections.
As a newer player, the like-mindedness of other bassists is a great resource. As an example, a few weeks ago I finally wrapped my head around what I thought were some eye opening concepts. I watched a Mark Smith video that made my fretboard finally take shape in my mind. Instead of memorizing the notes and their location on the fretboard like I've been trying for the last year, he showed me the actual order of the notes. Really made the fretboard make so much more sense. Revolutionary for this newb! Then I learned about the root (above/below/octave) and the fifth. Wow, very cool stuff. The problem with self taught is you get what you pay for. So my point being, there is a bassist at my church who always says hello and encourages my practice. Once I learned these concepts, I couldn't wait to see him to tell him. He as always, was very encouraging, and just generally a super nice guy. But he understood what I was talking about, while my wife just looks at me with a look like "who is this clown?" But to her credit she always listens and encourages as best she can.
I do a quick check pretty much everyday on my favorite subsections.
There's a lot to learn here for people at almost any level. There are some good folks here. I have run into my share of questionable personalities, too, but nobody has to get along with everyone and the ignore button works pretty well for keeping people you don't mesh with out of view.
I've only met one person from TB in real life; there are other friends I've made here I will likely meet up with eventually.
When I stumbled upon this place a few years ago I felt like I'd finally found my tribe. Let's face it; the life of a musician can be radically different from the lives of most folks, and finding people who understand this life is rare. Not everyone here has the same sorts of experiences I have had in music, but there is plenty of content here that is very relatable.
I've only met one person from TB in real life; there are other friends I've made here I will likely meet up with eventually.
When I stumbled upon this place a few years ago I felt like I'd finally found my tribe. Let's face it; the life of a musician can be radically different from the lives of most folks, and finding people who understand this life is rare. Not everyone here has the same sorts of experiences I have had in music, but there is plenty of content here that is very relatable.
