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Forum: German/Czech Shop Basses 09-24-2009, 12:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 23,963
Posted By Nathan Parker
The two best luthiers I know of in the Seattle...

The two best luthiers I know of in the Seattle area would be Sara Balmforth and Tom Barrett. Tom is only here half of the year, though, and then he goes to Ireland for the other half. I haven't done...
Forum: Bows (and Rosin etc) 09-06-2009, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,199
Posted By Nathan Parker
It certainly seems to have lessened the camber....

It certainly seems to have lessened the camber. Don't know if that makes a big difference or not, but I would guess so. It's hard to say without playing it.
Forum: Classical/Arco 09-03-2009, 11:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 34,815
Posted By Nathan Parker
I liked that video. The 3 cellists had very...

I liked that video. The 3 cellists had very contrasting demeanor while playing. Sorry for the derail.
Forum: The Bull Pit 08-23-2009, 11:24 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 127,019
Posted By Nathan Parker
I'm glad that you're All Blacks spanked the...

I'm glad that you're All Blacks spanked the Aussies, Richard. But, now I am a little curious as to how they got that name. Care to enlighten us?
Forum: The Bull Pit 06-11-2009, 06:52 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 127,019
Posted By Nathan Parker
'Tis true, that made me happy. On another...

'Tis true, that made me happy.

On another happy note, I'm quite pleased with my new bass. It is kickin' ass all over my old bass. And, I'm getting a lot of compliments, both on the looks and the...
Forum: The Bull Pit 06-10-2009, 11:27 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 127,019
Posted By Nathan Parker
I think that's the happiest thing you've posted,...

I think that's the happiest thing you've posted, Richard. And that makes me happy.
Forum: Classical and Symphony Bass Playing 06-06-2009, 12:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,893
Posted By Nathan Parker
Classical Primer

Hello All,

I am looking to "get my feet wet", as it were, in the classical music world. I am primarily a jazz bassist, but I am looking to better myself both musically and as a person, by...
Forum: The Bull Pit 06-05-2009, 12:18 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 127,019
Posted By Nathan Parker
The wife, the baby and I will be moving in to our...

The wife, the baby and I will be moving in to our new condo in one week. Finally get to enjoy this whole property ownership thing. Quite a big step for us.

Now who wants to help us pay our...
Forum: Classical/Arco 04-24-2009, 11:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 11,891
Posted By Nathan Parker
This is an interesting read. I've been thinking...

This is an interesting read. I've been thinking about getting into some orchestral/classical playing, so I will take note of this stuff. Not that I'll be auditioning for a professional orchestra any...
Forum: Classical/Arco 04-07-2009, 05:07 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 86,046
Posted By Nathan Parker
So, do you have to bring him your bass to get...

So, do you have to bring him your bass to get strings from him? Or, can you just order them?

Not that I am going to. Good lord they are expensive. But, that two year warranty seems pretty sweet....
Forum: Bows (and Rosin etc) 03-24-2009, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,440
Posted By Nathan Parker
My understanding of it is most basic, and maybe...

My understanding of it is most basic, and maybe wrong. I chose german style because I heard it was easier to get a good sound with. Since I only use arco in a practice setting, I wanted to be able to...
Forum: German School of Basses 03-08-2009, 01:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 17,096
Posted By Nathan Parker
What is the C-Extension made of? I've never seen...

What is the C-Extension made of? I've never seen one that wasn't ebony, at least not to my knowledge. Quite a fine looking bass. I really like the form of the body.
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