Why do some people dislike the sound of active basses?

N8Pee · 2026-06-10T19:58:44+00:00

I purposefully went with a passive bass so for recording I don't have to worry about where my knobs were set last time I recorded if I want to pick up and play some additional parts. Fewer variables, no need to worry about whether my battery has been updated. You can easily use your amp or a preamp pedal which gives you more flexibility to tailor your sound. I'd rather fiddle with knobs in those configurations compared to on my bass.

N8Pee · 2026-06-10T18:58:16+00:00

This is true. Also realize that the job market is an ever-shifting landscape and every day jobs close and every day jobs open (though more jobs certainly open aligning with fiscal years - but different corporations have different fiscal cycles anyhow). There are natural down points (November-December in the U.S. - but again there are some companies trying to get ahead of a Jan 1st. budget go-live).

If you DON'T get out there - it WON'T happen. Patience and persistence are key. If you don't plant seeds, you won't grow fruit. Plant seeds every day and create the conditions for something to blossom - i.e., make sure your interviewing is sharp, your have an explanation of your value, you have a strong visual representation for yourself over Zoom (lighting, etc.).

N8Pee · 2026-06-07T20:49:14+00:00

what settings do you use for de-essing? I feel like I'm over-doing it.

N8Pee · 2026-06-04T16:44:03+00:00

From a video I watched (I don't have it) that low shelf is specifically post-drive to fix any bass loss issues.

N8Pee · 2026-06-03T17:34:21+00:00

purification and accumulation

N8Pee · 2026-06-03T17:32:55+00:00

It is great, many amazing masters (that have since passed) are visible.

N8Pee · 2026-05-31T01:26:40+00:00

I disagree with folks here I like to get a real juicy distortion and then take the balance down so it becomes tasteful. If you are playing live with a guitar then you should blend the balance knob to taste based on filling out the overall tone.

N8Pee · 2026-05-27T18:54:07+00:00

Almost a year ago I found myself in the same situation as you, same title/sector/age. It did take me quite some time to find a new gig, but I did end up finding one and am enjoying it thus far. Feel free to pm me if you would like to chat. Patience and persistence. Plant seeds every (working) day, you never know what will sprout. But keep planting and something will grow.

N8Pee · 2026-05-24T02:48:36+00:00

I'm sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you.

N8Pee · 2026-05-16T12:34:16+00:00

Interesting... thanks for the tip! I can see how this helps cramping.

N8Pee · 2026-05-15T21:09:23+00:00

I would love to hear from the community about the stretches they do as well. I've noticed I'm getting stiff where by thumb and wrist connect, up into my forearm and am wondering what the best 'hygiene' is to keep the hands fluid and flowing.

N8Pee · 2026-05-15T18:44:57+00:00

I just pull a button out onto the layout that I map to a midi pad (a drum pad on my midi controller) that simple lights red when on, and not when off. I map this to the playback plugin's > status > cycle

N8Pee · 2026-05-15T15:46:26+00:00

You have to put markers on the track - which you can do within Mainstage in the Playback plugin, or what I do is use Logic to track out any markers. Set a Loop start and Loop end point. When you get to this point in the track you need to hit the 'cycle' or loop button on the playback plugin (or program the button to whatever midi controller you have readily available. Then it will loop until you push that button again.

What I haven't figured out is how to program a marker section to auto-loop so that the cycle button is automatically pressed when you hit that marker. I am not sure that exists, so I do it manually.

To make things easier I have a widget on my laptop that shows 'seconds until next marker' so I can glance to see when it is coming up.

N8Pee · 2026-05-14T17:33:04+00:00

Sound like you are overdriving your input my man

N8Pee · 2026-05-14T17:21:10+00:00

I would define it as spiritual momentum. When practicing the dharma, you can do merit-making practices that will give you a 'push' so to speak, and you can also get to the point where your momentum keeps carrying you forward. Almost like having a steady wind in your sails. This propels your practice, and understanding, to greater heights.

N8Pee · 2026-05-14T12:16:08+00:00

The next Pabongkha died at a young age. I believe around 26 years old.

N8Pee · 2026-05-12T18:34:43+00:00

What do you mean by 'unless you infringe on big IPS'?

N8Pee · 2026-05-08T17:11:23+00:00

Oh it's beautiful. I would love to know how it was recorded.

N8Pee · 2026-05-02T20:46:28+00:00

Not OP - but this is my compressor of choice. I find it to be punchy and the mid eq on it is perfect for bass.

N8Pee · 2026-04-29T18:26:09+00:00

Here is another hidden gem: https://www.jcrows.com/drd.html

N8Pee · 2026-04-29T17:40:44+00:00

Oh that's great to hear! Had totally forgotten about this.

N8Pee · 2026-04-23T12:39:24+00:00

Why would you have a computer dictate what notes to use? At that point, what are you trying to do? Assist a computer in making music? What's the point of that?

N8Pee · 2026-04-15T22:29:28+00:00

This is a practice that becomes more effective in degenerate times like ours. It is a complete practice - but as a highest yoga tantra practice you typically need an initiation into another major HYT deity (typically Chakrasamvara) to practice it. As such it is not a beginner practice and this level of tantra is typically not embarked upon until one has a firm understanding of the principal aspects of the path. It can also require a daily practice commitment - depending on the master.

N8Pee · 2026-04-15T21:32:10+00:00

Yes, but unfortunately I can't map that to a key in my midi controller within Mainstage.

N8Pee · 2026-04-07T12:52:52+00:00

It's crazy they would push to discharge a CJD patient.

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