just kidding.

I will say that you make a point, but one that I figured was already implied. Obviously, the musician makes the music, but this article was more of a tribute to my favorite bass and kind of an instructional anecdote about shopping for the right instrument. What I was trying to say (without saying it) is that just because your local music store may not have what you are looking for, you can find what you want, and it might be worth it to take a chance on something else and not settle for what is immediately available.

The Epiphone P-Bass was the beginning of something pretty freakin’ amazing. From my point of view (and point of hearing), all I heard was really low tones coming from some strings. (it’s the first bass and I won’t let Justin even get rid of it) But now, after the transition of these instruments and lessons and Berklee, you have to remember something: that there is a diligent, hard-working (and often frustrated) musician that makes some awesome music come out of all of these pieces of wood and electronics.

That’s not to say that Mr. Sadowsky isn’t “the man” ….his instrument is gorgeous and his service is beyond awesome. (He sends a Christmas card every year!) and he personalizes each instrument with his workmanship and craft that I, as a non-musician, can even admire.

But you’ve proven your worth…you make those pieces of wood make beautiful music and all the scratches and worn spots have earned their place.

Geek? It’s just a word. Make it whatever you need it to be. As long as you’re all happy!

i can understand the gospel thing though. i remember when i was hanging with ben barrow a lot and i would go to concerts and competitions with him. all the gospel bands would have the flashiest outfits and equipment…including the racks that were taller and more gaudy than a jewish supermodel.

all in all though….i’m pretty glad you play the heck out of your bass. you sound like you know what you are doing when you do!

Around here, Roscoe has the market for the gospel bassists pegged. There isn’t a gospel musician in the area without a 6-string (or more) Roscoe battleship. I haven’t heard too many of them that actually play any notes, just muted slapping and nonsense (with no sense of time or rhythm). They just like having the biggest, prettiest, bass with the most strings available. It’s like putting spinning hubcabs on a Kia.

I wish computers retained their value and usefulness the way that expensive guitars do.

Good stuff… if only i can bring myself to love the scratches on the outside of my powerbook :).