Author Topic: Why on earth did he think I would say yes? (Read 626 times)

southpaw · « **Reply #15 on:** October 14, 2014, 07:52:48 AM »

One of the few perks of being left handed... The only issue I have ever had is the drunk or Neanderthal who wants to 'try' a lefty bass, never happened, never will. I agree Jazzyvee, especially an Alembic, no way!

jzstephan · « **Reply #16 on:** October 14, 2014, 10:44:04 AM »

http://m.spin.com/articles/prince-smashed-someone-elses-guitar-fallon/

xlrogue6 · « **Reply #17 on:** October 15, 2014, 09:25:08 AM »

Playing a 6 string bass is a pretty good deterrent also. The width of my Rogue's fingerboard seems to scare a lot of people off.

charles_holmes · « **Reply #18 on:** October 15, 2014, 04:54:15 PM »

Playing a 5 or 6 string Double Bass helps to keep those pesky Varmints away too! I use the NS design 5 string double bass or fully carved Sinoman Double bass & for fun I'll invite em up but they seem to shy away! (ah heh! heh! heh!) Sometimes I'll bring along a guest bass so no one will play my Alembic during Monday night Mash Check it out on Facebook!! it's called Monday Night Mash up

jazzyvee · « **Reply #19 on:** October 16, 2014, 02:29:14 AM »

Just checked the link sounds like its a good fun night!

jazzyvee · « **Reply #20 on:** October 16, 2014, 02:41:08 AM »

Just checked the link sounds like its a good fun night!

coop · « **Reply #21 on:** October 17, 2014, 08:11:31 AM »

+1 to the no comment. I know it feels bad, since we all can relate to the situation, but a $5k/$10k/$20k+ instrument? Nope. Nope, nope, nope. I don't even let anyone check out my SCSD unless I know them well.

I wouldn't be opposed to loaning out my backup, if I had one at the time, but not a primary. Of course, my usual backup/second bass is my NS Design OmniBass (fretless), so that usually scares the crap out of anyone who asks.

coop · « **Reply #22 on:** October 17, 2014, 08:20:19 AM »

+1 to the no comment. I know it feels bad, since we all can relate to the situation, but a $5k/$10k/$20k+ instrument? Nope. Nope, nope, nope. I don't even let anyone check out my SCSD unless I know them well.

I wouldn't be opposed to loaning out my backup, if I had one at the time, but not a primary. Of course, my usual backup/second bass is my NS Design OmniBass (fretless), so that usually scares the crap out of anyone who asks.

bsee · « **Reply #23 on:** October 17, 2014, 11:53:57 PM »

Jazzy, I picked up an inexpensive Hohner headless to carry as a backup when I didn't feel like lugging two full instruments. They're not that expensive, not that large to carry, and a lot better than silence should the bass you want to play have an issue. They also work fairly well as a loaner if you need to go there.

Even if you might only need a backup once every five or ten years, I believe that carrying one is the price of being a prepared professional.

FC Bass · « **Reply #24 on:** October 18, 2014, 11:55:28 AM »

I don't think I will lend out one of the basses for a gig, but I love to let others play the basses so they can experience the awesomeness of these gems :-) I always bring backup basses for a gig (for the 4 and 5 string, so minimum of 4 basses) but they're all Alembics... (not much choice here) My Fender is with a youngster now, his dad asked if he could borrow one to make sure he's not wasting any $$$ when he buys the kid a new one and the initial enthusiasms fades away. (nice to show up at your first bass lesson with an US Fender + Alembic guts) :-) Of course they who get to handle the 'lembics must be mature and responsible individuals:

(Message edited by fc_spoiler on October 18, 2014)

elwoodblue · « **Reply #25 on:** October 18, 2014, 12:41:07 PM »

nice pics FC,
: )
thx

lbpesq · « **Reply #26 on:** October 18, 2014, 03:27:49 PM »

I suspect she gets to play any Alembic she wants. lol

Very cute pic.

Bill, tgo

jzstephan · « **Reply #27 on:** October 19, 2014, 12:39:44 PM »

Very nice of her to let you play her bass.

FC Bass · « **Reply #28 on:** October 19, 2014, 02:59:04 PM »

As you can see in the first pic, she was a bit reluctant :-)

malthumb · « **Reply #29 on:** October 19, 2014, 03:41:09 PM »

Jazzyvee,

You played it right. While I have let others use one of my Alembics, as recently as a week ago, they are always people I know and whom I've seen treat their gear well. But Mr. Random I just met you and want to try out your bass. Nope. Ain't happening.

In this case, the guy (Paul) is the house bassist at a Blues Club where my guitarist son (yes, my 17 yr. old) has a standing invitation to sit in with the band.

Paul usually plays a really nice Ken Smith. After one set with my 5-String Series II he is SERIOUSLY considering switching camps. He made my baby sing.