Pretty much the same here. I buy Double Bassist and on the rare occasion, Bass Player. Why? I want to learn the bass line to Silly Love Songs, of course.
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Information on the Net is both instantaneous and fluid. The ability to converse with people and get their 'real world' experience is invaluable. Magazines exist to sell product. Has anyone ever seen a negative equipment review in a major music or electronics rag? Lukewarm maybe, but they have to sell advertising. Forums like TB or this spot allow for more feedback and experience from those actually using the product. It is more grass roots rather than being force fed whatever the mags are selling this month.