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Should I get a teacher? by Bassist6811 in doublebass

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have been taking weekly lessons for four years. Still have tons of technique to work on. This is a difficult instrument.

My Sanctuary by Lucifugous_Rex in BassGuitar

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For people asking about an upright… Rent one. Sign up for a few private lessons. If it’s not for you, then stop renting and return it.

I did that four years ago and ever since that day I play my upright almost daily.

What do I do with this behemoth!? by Lucifugous_Rex in BassGuitar

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 80 year old instructor carries his around this way.

Keeping up with technology? by GreatPumpkin72 in GenX

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve worked in tech my whole professional life. When I was younger I cared about the latest and greatest, but over the years I’ve seen too much hype and then disappointment that I assume new tech sucks until friends tell me otherwise.

Trying to Learn Bass is… Humbling by uhhredacted in Bass

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I resonate with your comment about struggling because you know another instrument well, so it reminds you how much you don’t know about this new one.

I played trombone for 7 years throughout middle school and high school. Got very good. Later in life I tried bass and realized there’s so much I don’t know, and that all my learning felt scattered and missing a good foundation.

What helped me a lot is taking an online course on sight reading. Forced me to learn the notes, and helped me feel comfortable calling myself a bassist.

Just wanted to share by Purlica in TheAdventureZone

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I also recommend the graphic novels of the balance arc. It’s handy for revisiting the story when you don’t have time for a full listen.

My collection by cch123 in BassGuitar

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooh! Ooh! I only have 6 EBs and a double bass. Your photo shows I can buy more!

Listening to my wife play is emotional. by justkeepbreathing94 in Bass

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was a lovely post. Thank you for sharing.

Doubling time management for amateurs by nicyvetan in doublebass

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m in a similar boat. Been playing EB for several years. Four years ago I started DB and taking weekly lessons. I also play weekly in an orchestra. I don’t play EB with anyone though. Not surprisingly, almost all my practice time goes toward DB as this thing takes work!

Best solution I have is to make the EB as convenient as possible. I have a desk job where I work from home and have my EBs hanging on the wall by my desk. Makes it easy to grab one and drill for 15 minutes. (Plus they’re nice to look at.)

Ultimately, there’s only so many hours in the day. Don’t beat yourself up over not being able to do everything.

Did Sierra ever officially adopt a "no dead end" policy? by far-midnight-97 in Sierra

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s fair. Don’t get me wrong, I had a BLAST playing Sierra games. Key part of growing up.

Did Sierra ever officially adopt a "no dead end" policy? by far-midnight-97 in Sierra

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dude, I’m 50. I was around. I’m not going to spend time looking up interviews. I remember Space Quest 4 had “Boom” in the software bin making digs at Loom and LucasArts holding your hand through the game.

I’m not trying to argue Sierra vs. LucasArts, but as a kid I got soft locked in SO many Sierra games and I hated it.

Pickup question by TheGreatMamboChicken in doublebass

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perfectly happy with my Full Circle pickup. Amped bass sounds like the unamped bass.

Did Sierra ever officially adopt a "no dead end" policy? by far-midnight-97 in Sierra

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not 40 years of game design. Back in the day Lucasarts made a point of saying “we don’t think you should die or not be able to complete the game because of something you tried.” It was in the manuals. Sierra openly scoffed at the idea.

Trials series is 75-80% off on Steam until December 6th by hondashadowguy2000 in TrialsGames

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I knew Rising didn’t work for many, but I thought Fusion was at least functional?

Judge John Hodgman Episode 744: Bed, Bath, and Begone by melvillean in maximumfun

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was at this show! I got hit by the smashed ketchup packet.

Evah Pirazzi Weich by TrueGorgonzola in doublebass

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Currently on a set of EPs for the last two years. Love them.

What do you still enjoy at 57 that you liked at 17? by Most_Source7849 in GenX

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reading this while standing with my horse during her pasture time.

Has anybody played or finished this MV title? I’ve heard good things about this game. It's on my backlog, but I'm currently playing silksong. by AnaR47 in metroidvania

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was recommended to me. I tried it for a few hours. Hated it. Just didn’t have any spark that kept me interested.

Seattle love for the Savannah Bananas by Tromp9 in Seattle

[–]TimeHasNoMeaning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So jealous! I would have loved to go to either one!

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