20 beautiful basses!
Well EXXXXXXCCCCCCCUUUUUUSSSSSSEEEEEEE ME!
I go to all the trouble of helping to put this thing together and I still don't get no respect! (O.K., that's two comedy catch phrase references - thanks Steve and Rodney). Look closely and you might notice there are several NOT basses. These are called GUITARS! I know it can be difficult to tell the difference, but there are some obvious clues:
1. While they may look alike, upon closer inspection you will notice that GUITARS have STRINGS - usually 6 of them, while BASSES have thick industrial CABLES and are not consistent as to amount, though usually 4, 5, or 6;
2. GUITARS are far more attractive to the fairer gender;
3. GUITARS can be played through nice compact amplifiers. Most BASSES are played through stacks roughly the size of the Chrysler building!;
4. GUITARS are usually owned by people with less back problems!
Seriously though, this was a blast. It's a lot of fun to put faces to the names we all read around here. The collection of instruments was nothing short of stunning. A big thanks to everyone who came from not only Northern California, but as far away as Seattle! A a very big thanks to Mica, Bill, and Ron who not only graced us with their friendly smiles and words, but even brought along goodies (cups and pins) for the attendees. Jamming was great. Improvising with 3 or 4 basses going was a unique and enjoyable experience. Next time you guys should really work up Spinal Tap's Big Bottom! LOL
During one of the breaks I swear I could hear the sound of a beer bottle banging on a table wafting in with the breeze from the east. Paul?
hehehehe
Bill, tgo
