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Keith Horn
Here is a clip I would like to share with you, with a six a string Ken Smith bass being played as the Master intended it to be played.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5h5NcLtHkHg&feature=related Classic Ken Smith sound!
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Here is the Corrected link URL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5h5NcLtHkHg
Keith Horne "Bass Ball" Here is a performance from one of the world's premier bassist's, Keith Horne. Here he is performing his own composition, "Bass Ball", with the Cameron Jazz Orchestra, circa 1995.
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Thanks Chris
What a gentleman your are Christopher, I have watched this video 20 times and I never get tired of looking at it. I believe Mr. Horne's roots are from country and western music, as are mine. That is why I am so amazed at his soloing capabilities. Appreciate the help in posting this video. I always enjoy hearing an instrument being played as it was intended to be played.
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Solos sound better on a Smith
I agree. He solos are amazing. I think he sounds better on the Smith than the others. Maybe I am bias towards a Smith bass. Smiths excel at fingerstyle technique IMO.
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I would agree. Not only finger-style but slap as well. I know for me it's about the feel first. Using the Smith Medium Taper Core Strings help towards hitting those 16th and 32nd note chops. I like the resiliency, snap-back feel, and tightness in tone you can achieve with these strings up and down the neck.
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An example what I mean Smith's Excel at Fingerstyle
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmjZToHAIhE
Chick Corea Electic Band - King Cockroach; featuring John Patitucci on Bass. Please note all the fingerstyle bass playing on the Smith, while the slap, crackle, pop stuff is done another bass. Mr. Horn demonstrated that both can be done on a Smith - however in this video - it is done using two different basses. I suppose he desired a different type of tone for the slap (thump) section of the song.
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humm
Melvin Davis does it all, finger, slap and then some on all his Smith basses, 4, 5, 6 and 7 strings of which I have seen him play them all live.
Some people say they can't slap an 18mm 6-string. Melvin is bigger than the average person with fingers to match and he doesn't seem to have any problems at all. Anyone here ever see him play the 7 on the Chaka Kahn DVD? |
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To be clear...
I use my Smith's, 6 and 7 string basses, for both finger-style and slap. In the youtube (Driven) clip in my signature area - I slap the 7 string bass 95%. So Smith basses can do both - and do them well.
I merely was stating that, in my opinion - Smith Basses excel at finger-style. I am playing my 6 string now. Slapping, tapping etc;. When I play fingerstyle - it's another level for me, personally. Other basses can get close, but not the same as Smith is - for me. It just feels good an sounds so clear. Everyone should "buy" a new Smith and compare for yourself OK - that's my two cents...
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Favorable Smith Bass comments
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKqn6Bpv8Q4
Got a Match - John P. on bass. Notice the favorable comments on this clip. It seems a lot people like the tone and feel of Smith basses.
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Greetings Ken!
I have seen Mr. Davis go from 7-string to mini-moog I believe on Chaka Kahn's videos. What a great ambassador for Ken Smith basses. You are right too Ken, his hands are huge.
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I did not think that level of clarity could come from passive pick ups. The pops and percussive elements still cut through without sounding thin or brittle. I hope my Bsrmw can do that! I'll find out Monday. |
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As far as it sounding like that in the clip? Well, that's up to you.
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Also, Looks like an earlier model BT6 (NT) with what looks like the Smith Concentric BT Circuit (3-knober) with S/P Switches. The Concentric BT Circuit, if I'm correct, does not have the Mid control. The Mid control part of the circuit is where Bass cut's through the mix best. So, this would be good news for you as your MW will have the Mid control.
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I can't wait to get this bass! As far as ability, I just hope I'm never asked to do something like that! Lol, he has a nice touch that suits his style. |
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Ken, your Smith circuits must be something else! Hazlab right? I hope I'm allowed to mention this but on another forum, we were asked for our opinions on a new bass that was a bolt on, double passive humbuckers and 2 band eq. It fared well over all but it many that tried it out mentioned the lack of clarity. The next year or so, that brand came out with a NT version of the same bass with a 3 band eq and the improved clarity was the main comment. I wonder if regular 2 band eq's have a pre set mid range setting. Anyway, all that matters now is that my Smith will be here soon (if it survives it's journey from the west coast) and in between practicing more than ever, I can spend my time nit picking over these details to pass the time and maybe learn something!
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pre-set?
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Think of a fine violin, add a good mic and then eq it. Make it solid and shape it like an electric bass guitar and what have you? A Smith Electric Bass. We answer to a higher authority.. |
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My paraphrase: If you leave the Mid control flat (at center detent), than you get no Mid benefit and may as well not have it. I think what you'll find is if you add (i.e. + from center detent) a touch or so of the Mid control from the bass, you'll find your averall tone in the mix better. Just be sure you have a proper set-up for your playing style and a fresh set of strings.
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