Poll
Question:
Would you be interested in buying a copy of the Gibson Bass Book for € 30?
Option 1: Yes, I would buy one
votes: 46
Option 2: Yes, I would buy more than one
votes: 2
Option 3: No, I don't care for Gibson
votes: 1
Option 4: No, € 30 is too much
votes: 0
Some of you may know that I've been working on a book about Gibson basses for quite a few years.
Well, the book is finished! And I can have it printed. The only question is, how many am I going to have printed?
So I need your help. How many of you would be interested in buying the book?
The book consists of 180 pages.
Printed in full colour on 115 grams matt MC. With 300 grams soft cover.
Over 400 pictures of more than 80 different Gibson models (and more than 70 Epiphones).
Each bass has it's own short description with little facts.
It is not a scientific / encyclopedic piece of work, but rather the work of an aficionado.
But it is the only book in the world about Gibson basses! 8)
The price will be € 30,-
Shipping cost depends on where you live (EU and US € 11,50)
The idea is to have the book available within two months from now.
I would like to know who would be interested in buying the book. This is not a sign in list (I may do that later).
Here's a few examples from spreads in the book:
(http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/gibson-bass-book-2016-106-107-LR-1.jpg)
(http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/gibson-bass-book-2016-114-115-LR-1.jpg)
(http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/gibson-bass-book-2016-86-87-LR-1.jpg)
(http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/gibson-bass-book-2016-66-67-LR-1.jpg)
(http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/gibson-bass-book-2016-28-29-LR-1.jpg)
I would.
I would put it on my Christmas list
Do you mind if I link this in an Australian bass players forum, Ozbass? There may be a few guys there that may be interested.
Also might be an idea to post in the Thunderbird Club on TB. There are guys there who may also be interested (some of which frequent here, but maybe not all).
Looks good BTW.
I'd be in, Rob
I'd take two. One for home and one for the studio.
im in for sure.
I would be interested for sure! How much is that in US $
I'm in as long as I can afford the final cost.
Quote from: Grog on September 01, 2016, 09:41:37 PM
I would be interested for sure! How much is that in US $
€30 = $33.60 today. The way the Euro has been going, it may wind up being less.
I would gladly support this- I'm in.
Sample pages look great!
Quote from: veebass on September 01, 2016, 04:39:19 PM
Do you mind if I link this in an Australian bass players forum, Ozbass? There may be a few guys there that may be interested.
Also might be an idea to post in the Thunderbird Club on TB. There are guys there who may also be interested (some of which frequent here, but maybe not all).
Looks good BTW.
Oh yes, please do. Thank you.
I've already posted this over at Talkbass. But a post over there always sinks back a few pages within an hour or so.
I also have a website up, where I will be selling the book. At the moment, there is not much to look at. But I will fill the site when I have the books printed and well.
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com (http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com)
If you have a flyer, I'll put it on the wall in my shop. Most people in south east Norway is now aware that I have a slight gibson bass fetish going
Quote from: Basvarken on September 02, 2016, 12:34:57 AM
Oh yes, please do. Thank you.
I've already posted this over at Talkbass. But a post over there always sinks back a few pages within an hour or so.
I also have a website up, where I will be selling the book. At the moment, there is not much to look at. But I will fill the site when I have the books printed and well.
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com (http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com)
No problems, I'll post a link to this thread on Ozbass.
Edit: Posted
http://www.ozbassforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=20740
I'm a good chance, certainly interested.
Quote from: RedVee on September 02, 2016, 02:40:35 AM
I'm a good chance, certainly interested.
Welcome, mate!
I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
Definitely interested! Price is very reasonable, and I enjoy ogling obscure basses, so count me in.
I'd like one. Pages look good. Cost to ship to Canada?
Shipping to Canada would be $ 17.
I'm in for sure Rob, looks fantastic!
Can we get this posted in the Thunderbird thread on TB as well.
One copy for me please
I'm in!
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 02, 2016, 08:29:31 AM
I'm in for sure Rob, looks fantastic!
Can we get this posted in the Thunderbird thread on TB as well.
I already posted it in Basses over at TB. But within the hour it sunk back a few pages.
I don't think they'd appreciate cross posting? But if you direct folks to my post maybe it helps?
https://www.talkbass.com/threads/poll-would-you-buy-a-gibson-bass-book.1241378/
Done Rob!
:thumbsup:
Count me in and I do not own any Gibsons 8)
Not a single one, that guy from Germany is a fraud.
Quote from: uwe on September 02, 2016, 01:15:19 PM
Not a single one, that guy from Germany is a fraud.
:mrgreen: :toast:
Numbered autographed editions, with a free bass from Uwe thrown in too...? :mrgreen:
Autographed by the author sounds like a good idea........... 8)
Quote from: Basvarken on September 02, 2016, 09:40:36 AM
I already posted it in Basses over at TB. But within the hour it sunk back a few pages.
I don't think they'd appreciate cross posting? But if you direct folks to my post maybe it helps?
https://www.talkbass.com/threads/poll-would-you-buy-a-gibson-bass-book.1241378/
You might try posting a new topic, like "Would Jaco buy a copy of the Gibson Bass Book?". This would ensure that the discussion stays active for at least six months. 8)
It seems to stay afloat now that Mark has mentioned it in the Thunderbird-corner!
Of course there's always some Fender fanboy that needs to make gratuitous comments. But that wasn't unexpected :-)
Have you looked at getting this to Amazon? They have 50 bazillion titles available - if you got it to them you might sell a more than you expect. That and missus Lightyear has a close and personal relationship with them - I could have my book delivered with our daily drone drop.... :-[
Quote from: Basvarken on September 03, 2016, 08:49:43 AM
It seems to stay afloat now that Mark has mentioned it in the Thunderbird-corner!
Of course there's always some Fender fanboy that needs to make gratuitous comments. But that wasn't unexpected :-)
Yes, can I just say how much grace I believe you have displayed in your responses to some of the tools on TB. Well done.
Plenty of good comments there, though!
As I said over there, you will get some double counting from the two polls.
Quote from: veebass on September 03, 2016, 02:51:24 PM
Yes, can I just say how much grace I believe you have displayed in your responses to some of the tools on TB. Well done.
Well, it did take quite an effort. Had to swallow my tongue a few times... Not entirely my style
;-)
Thanx for your support. :thumbsup:
Quote from: Basvarken on September 03, 2016, 03:21:00 PM
Well, it did take quite an effort. Had to swallow my tongue a few times... Not entirely my style
;-)
Thanx for your support. :thumbsup:
I could tell. It gave me quite a laugh.
:toast: :toast: :toast:
Quote from: Grog on September 03, 2016, 07:49:49 AM
Autographed by the author sounds like a good idea........... 8)
Well, the the topic over at Talkbass has been taken down because of "CUP Violation"
Apparently it is forbidden to ask if people would be interested in the book.
Oh well. I kind of expected it to happen. :-\
Do they allow folks to advertise their own instruments for sale or manufacture over there...? Not a place I visit... that's a bit like someone asking if they would be interested in a Bach NR if they built it...?
Re-arrange these letters to form a popular phrase: aosehrels... :mrgreen:
It's not surprising that they have a rule like that. Probably meant to deter members who don't pay the fee to advertise their basses or amps for sale from getting around it by asking. You're not doing that, you're just asking about a product not even made yet, but I can see why they would look at it that way.
Count me in!!
Quote from: Basvarken on September 04, 2016, 12:37:17 AM
Well, the the topic over at Talkbass has been taken down because of "CUP Violation"
Apparently it is forbidden to ask if people would be interested in the book.
Oh well. I kind of expected it to happen. :-\
A Gibson book is probably considered a triggering event over there. TB
is a safe space, after all.
The book looks awesome. Looking forward to getting my hands on it.
@ndy
Canberra, Oz
I'm in for a book 8)
Thank you guys.
In the meanwhile Gibson Europe has contacted me. They are very enthousiastic about the book.
I'm having a meeting with them next week to discuss the possibilities.
Fingers crossed!
They'll probably say: "Gosh, we had no idea we built that many bass types!"
Better late than never.
That would be great, Rob.
I'd buy a copy.
I sure would like to buy a copy, maybe two. One for me, one for the Guitars museum http://www.guitarsthemuseum.com/static/sv/80/ which shows the fantastic collection of guitars, basses, amps, and a lot of other stuff connected to the electric bass(!). I'd like to give your Gibson bass book to the twin brothers who owns the collection, because they are truly, and heartfully, interested in everything that's discussed in these corners.
Quote from: lowend1 on September 05, 2016, 02:16:56 PM
A Gibson book is probably considered a triggering event over there. TB is a safe space, after all.
I love this place...
Quote from: lowend1 on September 05, 2016, 02:16:56 PM
A Gibson book is probably considered a triggering event over there. TB is a safe space, after all.
It's just place to practice bitch slapping 7ender fanbois..............It needs to become a form of high art :-*
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 07, 2016, 11:28:07 AM
It's just place to practice bitch slapping 7ender fanbois..............It needs to become a form of high art :-*
My impression is that there's just as much anti-Fender sentiment by guys who think their boutique basses are far superior due to the fancy tops. A thin layer of diseased buckeye burl sounds so much better, you know. OTOH I haven't really looked around there in years unless somebody here links to a specific thread, so maybe my impression is wrong.
I think my myrtle burl veneer on the PC makes all the diff old boy... :mrgreen:
Quote from: Dave W on September 07, 2016, 01:27:21 PM
My impression is that there's just as much anti-Fender sentiment by guys who think their boutique basses are far superior due to the fancy tops. A thin layer of diseased buckeye burl sounds so much better, you know. OTOH I haven't really looked around there in years unless somebody here links to a specific thread, so maybe my impression is wrong.
Basseros remains at war.
The Fender lords maintain supremecy of the realm, but their forces are divided. The long standing enmity between the Fender lords and virtually everyone else, including closely related but lesser Houses- Music Man and G & L. Their forces were first reduced in numbers by significant defections of banner men to the modern Squier lords on the promise of equal quality at a lower price. Fierce battles were fought, some still rage as territory is hotlly contested. The Squier defectors now claim superior quality.
It has now become more complex and fragmented since the start of the Sire rebellion. Almost daily battles rage, as people scramble to find new superlatives.
Quote from: veebass on September 07, 2016, 02:13:12 PM
Basseros remains at war.
The Fender lords maintain supremecy of the realm, but their forces are divided. The long standing enmity between the Fender lords and virtually everyone else, including closely related but lesser Houses- Music Man and G & L. Their forces were first reduced in numbers by significant defections of banner men to the modern Squier lords on the promise of equal quality at a lower price. Fierce battles were fought, some still rage as territory is hotlly contested. The Squier defectors now claim superior quality.
It has now become more complex and fragmented since the start of the Sire rebellion. Almost daily battles rage, as people scramble to find new superlatives.
LMAO!
Quote from: veebass on September 07, 2016, 02:13:12 PM
Basseros remains at war.
The Fender lords maintain supremecy of the realm, but their forces are divided. The long standing enmity between the Fender lords and virtually everyone else, including closely related but lesser Houses- Music Man and G & L. Their forces were first reduced in numbers by significant defections of banner men to the modern Squier lords on the promise of equal quality at a lower price. Fierce battles were fought, some still rage as territory is hotlly contested. The Squier defectors now claim superior quality.
It has now become more complex and fragmented since the start of the Sire rebellion. Almost daily battles rage, as people scramble to find new superlatives.
:mrgreen: :popcorn:
this is my first bass forum, I only know the other place through the prism of your comments,
I barely have enough time to give this place the attention it deserves,
I will never go there
Quote from: Dave W on September 07, 2016, 01:27:21 PM
A thin layer of diseased buckeye burl sounds so much better, you know.
A thin layer of diseased buckeye burl, that just sounds so sexy.
Veneer is queer.
An actual tb thread was recently discussing how to get tort inlays...I turned off the computer an poured a scotch when I saw the title.
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 07, 2016, 06:47:07 PM
Me too! :-*
You're not veneer at all, you're dyed in the wool!
Definitely!
Gibson has offered to use their office on the 10th floor of the A'dam tower in Amsterdam, for the presentation of the book.
Awesome location.
I'm pretty excited.
We haven't set the exact date yet. But I'll keep you posted.
Hmm... Jackie's just asked me if I'd like one on the Christmas list...? :mrgreen:
Quote from: Basvarken on September 17, 2016, 03:15:04 PM
Gibson has offered to use their office on the 10th floor of the A'dam tower in Amsterdam, for the presentation of the book.
Awesome location.
I'm pretty excited.
We haven't set the exact date yet. But I'll keep you posted.
That's great news! :toast:
Quote from: Basvarken on September 17, 2016, 03:15:04 PM
Gibson has offered to use their office on the 10th floor of the A'dam tower in Amsterdam, for the presentation of the book.
Awesome location.
I'm pretty excited.
We haven't set the exact date yet. But I'll keep you posted.
That is fantastic news!
When do you think the books will be available? Before Xmas would be good.
Yes I want to have them ready (well) before X-mas!
Thats great, really looking forward to seeing this!
Quote from: 66Atlas on September 18, 2016, 01:20:25 PM
Thats great, really looking forward to seeing this!
Must be getting close to release? :)
I'm really looking forward to getting my hands on a copy. I'm a late in life Gibson bass fanboy.
Yes, indeed!
I'm expecting to receive the books from the offset printer this week.
And I have the website up and running. www.thegibsonbassbook.com
So you guys can place your orders ;-)
On december 13 the first official copy will be presented to none other than Rinus Gerritsen of Golden Earring (he recorded Radar Love with an B-3).
The book presentation will be held at Gibson Europe headquarters on the 10th floor of the A'dam tower.
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Wow, this is so cool! Is it open to everyone? I'd love to be there...
Awesome, already ordered mine :toast:
Very excited to have placed my order. Can't wait.
And congrats, mate!
Ordered.
Ordered!
Quote from: amptech on November 14, 2016, 12:06:25 AM
Wow, this is so cool! Is it open to everyone? I'd love to be there...
Yeah, very cool. But I'am afraid it is not open to everyone. The entrance to the A'dam Tower has a lot of security.
So we're inviting a select audience.
But.. the good news is, I can allot a few extra tickets!
If you send an email to redactie@debassist.nl you have a chance to get a ticket.
I would buy a copy definitely if it were more easily accessible to a non-tech old guy in the states...
Quote from: patman on November 15, 2016, 10:43:32 AM
I would buy a copy definitely if it were more easily accessible to a non-tech old guy in the states...
I tried to order this afternoon but the page stalled when I was ready to check out :(
Tried again and it thought that I was stacking multiple books.
Rob Francis
I know what I might be getting for Christmas... (and my PalPaid) :mrgreen:
Yes.
Quote from: Rob on November 15, 2016, 11:49:47 AM
I tried to order this afternoon but the page stalled when I was ready to check out :(
Tried again and it thought that I was stacking multiple books.
Rob Francis
Hmm that sucks. The WooCommerce plugin has been a pain in the butt since I started the site...
The shopping cart remembers who you are. And when the order has not been completed the initial order remians.
You could try to delete the extra books that you added unintentionally. And then try to complete payment again.
Are you using Paypal?
That worked all set!
Quote from: patman on November 15, 2016, 10:43:32 AM
I would buy a copy definitely if it were more easily accessible to a non-tech old guy in the states...
Just order in Euros from the site, Paypal will convert for you at the going rate.
Ordered mine. Very excited.
Rob, will a dispatch notification be sent so we know the books are on their way?
Like everyone, keen to get it by Xmas.
I'll let you know. I hope to be able to ship them this week! Well in time before Xmas ;)
Quote from: Basvarken on November 15, 2016, 03:31:31 PM
I'll let you know. I hope to be able to ship them this week! Well in time before Xmas ;)
Fantastic! Thanks, Rob.
Order number 243.
order 245. thanks Rob!
Order # 247 - thanks Rob! Can't wait :)
No PayPal here... I think I just wait on December 13th :)
:mrgreen: Regular banktransfer is possible too Chris... :toast:
DRRRRRRRRUMROLL...
The books have arrived. Looking good!
Get your copy before Santa does ;)
www.thegibsonbassbook.com
(http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/TheGibsonBassBook-tabletop1500.jpg)
Ordered! Danke.
It's on my Christmas wish list.
BTW - "No, I don't care for Gibson" is not a palatable option in the survey. I do care for Gibson, but I'm not motivated to buy a book as I don't track Gibson's history or models.
Quote from: Pilgrim on November 16, 2016, 09:11:50 AM
BTW - "No, I don't care for Gibson" is not a palatable option in the survey. I do care for Gibson, but I'm not motivated to buy a book as I don't track Gibson's history or models.
Well, it's posted in the Gibson section of the forum, so it's assumed anyone interested enough to respond to the survey isn't going to say he doesn't care for Gibsons.
Looks all a bit like my office to me. Only tidier.
I am just coming to terms with the fact that I have finally hit fame at 56. :mrgreen:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lD3etldXtTU
A later version with a rare Flying V player ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ygPryJYIrs
Order Number: 260
I'm working on a copyright suit to get one free ...
Tip-ik-al bloomin' lawyers... :vader:
#241, preferably autographed by author... I'll wait until the keeper of Ze Kollection is next in the Highlands (so I can drag him through the local distillery) to get him to sign it... :mrgreen:
Yeah. Autographed by the author would be cool.
I don't know what order number I was (I ordered the book as soon as I saw a post about it on Facebook) but I'm looking forward to reading it!
Same goes for me! And, I've ordered three, so a couple of my bass collecting friends can have one for Christmas!
The first batch is on it's way.
Man, shipping books is hard work! At least it is when you're stuck with PostNL (dutch postal services)... :sad:
Just sent Rob an email to order two............ Autographed by author would be preferred................. ;D
More elbow grease, Rob.
And I want to say this again:
I think you did and do a great job. You single handedly (with a tiny bit of help, here and there) made this book, without a publisher or distributor and I think you do more for awareness of Gibson basses than Gibson ever did themselves. After fifteen years on forums, reading and learning about basses, this book is here and I hope it creates a lot of awareness for and interest in Gibson basses. I think people at Gibson don't even know what they made in the past. I know a lot of Gibson people who don't. T\It's the future standard work for Gibson Basses! Paul D. Boyer made the Rickenbacker Book, James Whyte Black and Albert Molinaro made the Fender bass illustrated history. The big three are complete. Steve Russell and Nick Wass made the 500/1 book. To end with my favourite subject, myself, I guess I have to start making the Warwick Bass Book now! ;)
Order # 264
I'm order 246. Rob are you signing each copy? I wouldn't say no to the authors signature in my copy.
Quote from: Nokturnal on November 17, 2016, 08:17:45 PM
I'm order 246. Rob are you signing each copy? I wouldn't say no to the authors signature in my copy.
Autographed would be VERY cool :)
The first book that I sent weren't autographed. I simply didn't think about it.
I never let anything sign for me, so I didn't realise some of you really want someone to scribble into a brandnew book! 8)
But I guess you're never too old to learn. I will stain the books from now on, if you insist, haha.
@ Chris: Thank you! You've been a great help.
(@ Uwe: Thank you too. Without you I couldn't have made the book!)
Hint was dropped with "Santa", hopefully an order will have been placed ;)
Quote from: Basvarken on November 17, 2016, 11:50:51 PM
The first book that I sent weren't autographed. I simply didn't think about it.
I never let anything sign for me, so I didn't realise some of you really want someone to scribble into a brandnew book! 8)
But I guess you're never too old to learn. I will stain the books from now on, if you insist, haha.
@ Chris: Thank you! You've been a great help.
(@ Uwe: Thank you too. Without you I couldn't have made the book!)
I would love to have you scribble in my book.
Yes, signed please.
Quote from: Basvarken on November 17, 2016, 11:50:51 PM
The first book that I sent weren't autographed. I simply didn't think about it.
I never let anything sign for me, so I didn't realise some of you really want someone to scribble into a brandnew book! 8)
But I guess you're never too old to learn. I will stain the books from now on, if you insist, haha.
@ Chris: Thank you! You've been a great help.
(@ Uwe: Thank you too. Without you I couldn't have made the book!)
If you have not shipped mine then I would be honored to have you sign mine.
Quote from: Nokturnal on November 18, 2016, 04:31:33 PM
If you have not shipped mine then I would be honored to have you sign mine.
And me as well!
Ordered mine. Thanks
Quote from: the mojo hobo on November 18, 2016, 08:45:28 AM
I would love to have you scribble in my book.
Oh, thats how you young people call it today? :P :P :P
I was almost forgetting: signed please
Same goes for me, if possible, Rob!
I'm in! Order 279 and an autograph would be grand. :)
If you happen to notice which one you're sending to Provo, UT, I'd love a scribble as well. I can show my friends that I really do know a guy who loves Gibson basses as much as I do!
Well mine arrived safely this morning, but it's gone straight into the paws of my wife. It's either going to form part of my birthday pressie on the 1st December or Christmas.
P
Just ordered...
Yes, it was pretty simple.
Would like mine signed also, if possible. Thank You.
I ordered a copy just now. Ordernr 286 and yes signed if possible thanks Rob. I really look forward to having this book in my hands.
This is a dumb question, but where can you actually order?
You'll get one for free of course Uwe!
If you can't make it to Amsterdam, I'll send it to you.
But everyone else can order at www.thegibsonbassbook.com :toast:
Hey, danke schön!
Edith and I will actually be coming to AMS - what time is the event? It's also a good chance to visit my son who studies there. And Edith wants to see AMS in Christmas time, she's a hopeless Christmas romantic. You guys have simply no idea how many times I have had - and will continue - to suffer through this:
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Plus the look I get when I innocently ask: "Do we really have to watch this - again?"
That's OK, Uwe. This is my go-to on Christmas, and I hear the same thing from others...love this movie.
(http://images.moviepostershop.com/white-christmas-movie-poster-1954-1020143863.jpg)
Last year our daughters voted in a different "Christmas movie".....
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Quote from: uwe on November 24, 2016, 09:26:23 AM
Hey, danke schön!
Edith and I will actually be coming to AMS - what time is the event?
Doors open at 20.00 hrs. Event starts at 20.30 hrs.
Let me know if Leon wants to come too. I can put his name on the guestlist too.
Quote from: uwe on November 24, 2016, 09:26:23 AM
Hey, danke schön!
Edith and I will actually be coming to AMS - what time is the event? It's also a good chance to visit my son who studies there. And Edith wants to see AMS in Christmas time, she's a hopeless Christmas romantic. You guys have simply no idea how many times I have had - and will continue - to suffer through this:
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/517CC3CQZDL.jpg)
Plus the look I get when I innocently ask: "Do we really have to watch this - again?"
I feel your pain, my wife recently decorated our house for christmas, or, as I use to say, "christmas threw up all over our living room".
As an act of resistance against this madness, I put this outside my mancave, but for some reason she didn't find it funny.
so is the book basically Uwe's collection ?
Yes. For 90%.
I was going to call it The Uwe Hornung Collection.
But Uwe objected :mrgreen:
Uwe, Amsterdam can be quite busy but pretty in December. The pond at the Museumplein (Square between Rijksmuseum, van Gogh Museum and the Concertgebouw (Macca's Rock Show at the Concertgebouw lyrics)) is changed to an ice rink with a little bridge. I can always guide you around or give you some advice what to see but I guess Leon will know his way around.
Quote from: Basvarken on November 24, 2016, 10:56:16 AM
Doors open at 20.00 hrs. Event starts at 20.30 hrs.
... that's about 50 hours? :)
Got my book yesterday, love it!
Sent you a PM about tickets if there are any left..
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Hang in there guys. The books are on their way.
But I gotta say I'm disappointed to hear they haven't arrived yet. Dutch postal services promised delivery between 5 and 7 days...
Quote from: Basvarken on November 26, 2016, 02:11:28 PM
Hang in there guys. The books are on their way.
But I gotta say I'm disappointed to hear they haven't arrived yet. Dutch postal services promised delivery between 5 and 7 days...
Mine hasn't arrived but I am not concerned. Two/ three weeks is usual from Europe to my little part of Oz. I have a gig bag for my MB Fusion 500 still coming from UK, which left before the book. No worries. Let you know when the book arrives. All the best.
5-7 days to reach US shores is probably reasonable, but it could easily take up to another week once they've arrived and passed customs, depending on where they're going. I'm not concerned.
Waiting, but it's only a week since order so not expecting it for another few weeks I guess.
I'll watch VeeBass's posts and judge it from there.
Mine arrived today. Thanks Rob (and Uwe). I'm totally amazed by it. It's written exactly in the vein I would have hoped it to be. The introduction is really heartwarming for me since I was there (Dudepit) pretty early on.
:toast: :thumbsup:
I received mine yesterday. Many Thanks, it is above my expectations.... And gas for new gear is growing
Still waiting, but I'm not panicked yet. 8)
Now, you guys, is The Gibson Bass Book on my table, too! Arrived this afternoon. It's gonna be a long, and interesting, evening! Thank you, Rob!
And thank you Staffan for donating a copy to the Guitar Museum in Umea.
If you can find the time leave a review on the site:
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/product/the-gibson-bass-book/
Mine arrived in Orlando today!
Nice piece of work Rob!
PS
Review pending approval
My only disappointment is no autographed copy... ;)
Quote from: Highlander on November 30, 2016, 03:02:34 PM
My only disappointment is no autographed copy... ;)
Well now that you mention it......
My wife saw the book opened it and said "these are beautiful!"
I told her they would have looked even better if Rob would have signed it
Mine arrived today, looks amazing Rob!
My copy arrived today. Haven't been able to spend much time with it so far but what I've seen I like!!
Good to see they're finally delivered.
And sorry once again guys for not signing them. I really never thought you guys would want me too, when I packed the first shipment. :-[
Hey Rob. Happy birthday to me today. The book is a beautiful thing...it's just a shocker that no one has done anything close to it before. Well done! I f*cking love it.
Paul
Thank you and congrats in your birthday! :toast:
Rob! While I don't know you, I'm loving your book! Arrived today and have been poring over it. Well-done, mate!!
-Andy
:thumbsup:
The mailman was by best friend today. The book is beautiful. Great photography and write ups. Rob, you've done us proud!
:toast:
the book arrived yesterday. great job, right down to the shipping box! thank you Rob & Uwe for making this happen!
I just became a paying customer ;)
I'll have to wait for the autographs until Rob and Uwe next visit the Highlands... :mrgreen:
The books arrived today! They look remarkable! Finally a bass book that I can relate to!
Quote from: Grog on December 02, 2016, 05:17:03 PM
The books arrived today! They look remarkable! Finally a bass book that I can relate to!
Mine can't be far behind then.
I'm banned from knowing I've got it for a few more weeks yet... :o
I have asked "santa"
Mine just arrived. Beautiful work, Rob! Will have a chance to explore in depth later today. :toast:
That's great Dave. Enjoy! :toast:
Got mine on Sat, nice job & thanx,M
:toast: :thumbsup:
Mine has arrived. So at least one delivered in Qz. I will be looking at it on Xmas Day!!!!!!!
Great! I got another message yesterday that Ze Book had arrived in Oz.
:toast:
Quote from: veebass on December 05, 2016, 07:16:17 PM
Mine has arrived. So at least one delivered in Qz. I will be looking at it on Xmas Day!!!!!!!
Great news, my copy could get here before Chtistmas I'm guessing. :)
Quote from: veebass on December 05, 2016, 07:16:17 PM
Mine has arrived. So at least one delivered in Qz. I will be looking at it on Xmas Day!!!!!!!
Mine arrived yesterday as well! Thanks, Rob
Good to know. Thanx Mark.
:toast:
still waiting in Cincinnati...
Quote from: patman on December 08, 2016, 02:49:25 PM
still waiting in Cincinnati...
You ordered 6 days after I did. Mine arrived 5 days ago. Looking into my crystal ball, I predict your will arrive tomorrow or Saturday. :)
Mine arrived on Monday. Had a quick flick through before putting it away for Xmas. The book is outstanding. Congratulations on creating such a beautiful reference resource. Can't wait to sit down with it and absorb every word and photo. Thank you very much!
Cheers
Andy
Canberra, Australia
Thanx Andy. Wow, that one took its time to get there.
No news yet. :-\
It arrived today.
Very well done. Thank you.
:thumbsup:
And I'll be arriving tomorrow. Lock your bikes, Dutchmen!
That's fantastic!
See you tomorrow Uwe.
Looking forward to it. :toast:
I have prepared a short speech on Ritchie Blackmore, WW II planes and the copious benefits of anal sex - topics that fit anytime, anywhere, anyplace.
Of course.
I'll bring some Kiss memorabilia :mrgreen:
I also wish to clarify during my speech how Led Zeppelin is overrated!
Mine has arrived as well! Great looking book.
Quote from: uwe on December 12, 2016, 04:57:08 PM
I have prepared a short speech on Ritchie Blackmore, WW II planes and the copious benefits of anal sex - topics that fit anytime, anywhere, anyplace.
Germans are well known for their oratories ;D
Corsairs rule!
Yesterday The Gibson Bass Book was officially presented at the Gibson showroom in the A'dam Tower, Amsterdam.
Uwe was there with his lovely wife Edith and his son Leon.
Chris was there.
Rinus Gerritsen was there.
And about 50 friends / familymembers.
An enjoyable evening!
Chris with his beloved bicentennal Thunderbird
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I did a little speech
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Rinus got the book and told us about the EB-3 he used for Radar Love
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My lovely Floor and good friends Mick and Edward on stage with Rinus doing an impromptu version of Radar Love
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In the background there's Uwe
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Looking at the deteriorating banjo tuners of Rinus' EB-0 (1958)
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I was a bad boy; snuck in a Robson (top row, second from left). Nobody noticed ;D
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Very cool. Would have loved to have been there.
Same here. Looks like you all had a great time.
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That's just so cool!
Congratulations on the book and the event Rob!
I'm late to the book party - asked for it as a Christmas gift. Am suffering with great impatience ;)
Hi Uwe and Chris!
Fab!
That looks like it was a great evening!
It was!
It was so nice to have all those nice people together at such a beautiful location. Surrounded by lots of beautiful Gibson basses and guitars.
Rinus is a very nice guy. Incredibly funny and down to earth kinda person.
Floor and my good friend Mick sang and played beautifully.
Chris was a tremendous help and good master of ceremonies.
Just like a birthday party with lots of guest; you don't have the time to really talk to all the guests.
I would have loved to chat a bit longer with Uwe and Edith. But we just didn't get round to it.
I put a whole bunch of photographs up on the site. If you're interested check:
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/presentation-party/
Quote from: TBird1958 on December 13, 2016, 10:54:04 AMCorsairs rule!
Er... :mrgreen:
Quote from: Basvarken on December 14, 2016, 12:09:13 PM
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Hot Damn...! Meatloaf made it too... :vader:
Looks like you all enjoyed yourselves, deservedly so... 8)
I hope you thought of getting at least one book signed by all those present, if only for your own memories... I've been working on a copy of 230 Sqn's official history work and getting any and all to sign it... going to try and work on getting an A4 signed and headed page from all the other NATO Tiger Sqns to lay into it for their 100th in 18 months...
Great pics with lots of joyful people. Thanks for sharing the experience!
Very cool 8)
What a great feat Rob.
Congrats well deserved.
Great pic of you and the Hornungs.
Obviously discussing serious matters there :mrgreen:
Quote from: Basvarken on December 14, 2016, 11:51:01 PM
Obviously discussing serious matters there :mrgreen:
"Chrome!"
"Black!"
Quote from: Basvarken on December 14, 2016, 11:51:01 PM
Obviously discussing serious matters there :mrgreen:
"Well, Ritchie DOES get a little self-indulgent... sometimes... y'know, a little bit. Don't you think?"
:o >:(
"So then i bought a Fender ....Nah just messing with you."
I'll have a "P" please, Bob..." :mrgreen:
I got it in and it's just one page, saying: Buy a Precision ?!??
In the meanwhile I have found a few mistakes, that I just knew would pop up after the book had been printed. :-[
for example:
- sixties t-bird necks are not nine ply
- epi EB-3 is not short scale of course
:popcorn:
We check out magazine with three people and we always find some mistakes.... Always. No worries. We're all human. I think I found one or two too. That'sor the second edition! Will write mine down. Some small errors but it remains a great book!
I know it's upsetting, but if only two errors pop up in such a massive work, that's remarkable.
I would be suprised if there were only two!
I'm quite sure there's a whole lot more ;D
Quote from: Basvarken on December 16, 2016, 02:49:21 AM
In the meanwhile I have found a few mistakes, that I just knew would pop up after the book had been printed. :-[
for example:
- sixties t-bird necks are not nine ply
- epi EB-3 is not short scale of course
:popcorn:
60ies Rev Birds are generally nine-ply. Only the first ones made in 1963 aren't.
Only 60ies Non-Revs are all
not nine-ply.
But then you wouldn't want there to be no mistakes, how is the 2nd Edition gonna be even better then?!
I'm coming up for air, terribly busy right now, pre-Christmas workload plus both my father and my mother-in-law are in hospital at short notice - carotid artery narrowing (his darn smoking!) and colon issues/dehydration (why doesn't she ever drink enough!), respectively. :-\ It was lovely being invited by Rob, the book is more impressive than my collection, Floor sang great (and looked it too!) and, well, the bearded guy who nests with her played some nice bass on Fire & Water (he looked ok'ish ...), Chris
Warwickhoer was there too (someone had allowed her in, security was obviously lacking) and did the introduction honors, Rinus Gerritsen is a lovely man, had great stories to tell and no one plays Radar Love like he did that night again on that EB-3, talk about elegant sloppiness! Rob has a brother who is neither a Thin Lizzy nor a Led Zep fan (that is why Rob never mentions him) - they're not all bad in that family then.
And I learned a whole lot about Dutch dialects and accents - Rinus Gerritsen's accent was easiest for me to understand, he sounded a lot like Rudi Carrell
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzEOvyDcVas
which is easy on (and familiar to) German ears, but whenever Rob speaks Dutch, I'm totally lost!!! There should be a law to make them all speak like Rudi Carrell, really. :)
Off to a hospital visit ...
Quote from: uwe on December 16, 2016, 10:14:40 AM
60ies Rev Birds are generally nine-ply. Only the first ones made in 1963 aren't.
Only 60ies Non-Revs are all not nine-ply.
Phew... that was a narrow escape then ;-)
Quote from: uwe on December 16, 2016, 10:14:40 AM
Rob has a brother who is neither a Thin Lizzy nor a Led Zep fan (that is why Rob never mentions him) - they're not all bad in that family then.
Well he is a
lawyer. Which is even worse. That's why I don't mention him.
And he
is rather fond of Thin Lizzy. He even joined me on a pilgrimage to Dublin years ago where we visited Phil's grave and the White Horses house where his mother lives. About Led Zeppelin; At least my brother has an LP of LZ (and I don't). So I guess he likes them more than I do.
But the Rolling Stones are his favorites...
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Hope your father and mother-in-law get well soon.
A colleague - he didn't say!
I've got a brother that practices law as well. I have a good friend who is an excellent guitar player and his twin is also a lawyer. Maybe there's some sibling dynamics at play which produce these combinations in families. Btw, waiting to see how things go after March 15th to pick up my copy of your book if it's still selling at 30 euros then.
There is a bass playing lawyer in my town too!
Rudi Carrell and I share the same birthplace, so it's strange that someone from The Hague, with a totally different accent, sounds like him:) Warwickhoer. I like it. Shall change my name and gender here:)
Okay so Rudi Carell was a lawyer for Warwick during WWII, right?
A week to Xmas and then I get to look at THE book!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's like being a kid again but with Gibson basses.
All the pics of the gathering were great. Only disappointment was not seeing Wouter in any of them. You did invite him, didn't you? ???
Of course. But he couldn't come, so I had to ask Rinus instead.
Good luck with the family, Uwe...
Rob... the more you look the more you find, the more slip through that you miss... beware of the trap of over-editing... try cross-referencing military files... big ones... boxes of them... :o
Quote from: Basvarken on December 17, 2016, 03:03:33 PM
Of course. But he couldn't come, so I had to ask Rinus instead.
:mrgreen:
The Book arriveth today - a worthy effort Rob. Outstanding photography. (even makes the 20/20 look nice) Thank you!
Santa released my copy from holding this morning! Great piece of work, Rob!
Excellent.
I got my copy yesterday too, thank you Santa, Rob and Uwe
Love it
Also released from customs yesterday... nose glued... :mrgreen:
With 2017 just around the corner, might we plan for a Gibson 20/20 book for the year 2020?
20/20 re-issue... :vader:
That would be a Thin Book.
Where would you put the battery?
In a bubble pack attached to the front of the book... :mrgreen:
I found the proper battery..................
https://www.amazon.com/EmazingLights-CR2020-volt-Lithium-Batteries/dp/B01HOVJ0S0/ref=sr_1_5_a_it/166-8783763-6409931?ie=UTF8&qid=1482859037&sr=8-5&keywords=battery+2020
Do you think the book would sell more than 20 copies?
Quote from: Grog on December 27, 2016, 10:19:37 AM
I found the proper battery..................
https://www.amazon.com/EmazingLights-CR2020-volt-Lithium-Batteries/dp/B01HOVJ0S0/ref=sr_1_5_a_it/166-8783763-6409931?ie=UTF8&qid=1482859037&sr=8-5&keywords=battery+2020
Do you think the book would sell more than 20 copies?
A 2020 battery? But of course!
No it needs to be more rectangular
Hammer might fix that...
Santa brought me my copy on Christmas Day. Very droolworthy, lovely photography, loving it!
That book has got me lusting after a BFG Les Paul Bass!!!!!!!!! Thankfully, I can't find one.
I think the author wants to sell his!
Quote from: Basvarken on December 16, 2016, 08:56:16 AM
I would be suprised if there were only two!
I'm quite sure there's a whole lot more ;D
I'll let you off on the omission of Bill Wyman from the EB-3 pages
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Quote from: Aussie Mark on January 01, 2017, 03:52:05 PM
I'll let you off on the omission of Bill Wyman from the EB-3 pages
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Didn't Bill dislike his EB-3? I seem to remember him saying so in an interview in one of the bass magazines back in the 90s.
Bill didn't even cross my mind to be honest. I associate him more with Vox, Framus and Fender Mustang.
And of course the see through Ampeg
Quote from: Basvarken on January 02, 2017, 02:30:50 AM
Bill didn't even cross my mind to be honest. I associate him more with Vox, Framus and Fender Mustang.
Same here
Quote from: Chris P. on January 02, 2017, 02:53:43 AM
And of course the see through Ampeg
And the Travis Bean short scale which was the live mainstay of his in the second half of the 1970s. I think the EB-3 only lasted for the 1973 Pacific tour. Of course, he then went full Steinberger in the 80s and 90s :-)
I also have my book. It looks great, well done Rob!
Just ordered mine ! If its not a hassle could you autograph it please Rob . It will be interesting to see how long it takes to reach the far flung antipodes.
Of course. Are you Tony Parkinson?
Yes ,thats me.
It arrived yesterday!11 days to reach the other side of the planet.not too bad. Great work Rob i love it,i'm going to read it lots of times.Loads of great photos and interesting information.
One thing that struck me was how many different types of pickups gibson made in house over the years,quite a few never returned to-kind of makes you wonder if they lost the plans for the sb400 single coils or the low z pickup and a bunch of others?Lurking in some dusty corner is a filing cabinet full of the arcane secrets of vintage bass tone....
I was told by my wife yesterday (my birthday) that mine is on the way!
That is correct Tom. I told Karen the book wouldn't be there on time. But she didn't mind. ;)
Neil Murray (ex-Whitesnake, -Gary Moore, -Colosseum II, -Brian May) bought my book. And he just left a review on the site. Ain't that cool? :thumbsup:
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/product/the-gibson-bass-book/#tab-reviews
Quote from: Basvarken on January 26, 2017, 08:16:56 AM
Neil Murray (ex-Whitesnake, -Gary Moore, -Colosseum II, -Brian May) bought my book. And he just left a review on the site. Ain't that cool? :thumbsup:
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/product/the-gibson-bass-book/#tab-reviews
8) Congrats!
Great! I've spent a week with him last year. he's the most nice and pleasant guy and very humble. Maybe even too humble. He was teaching at the Warwick Bass Camp and I was his driver/PA. It was so nice to see a great and melodic rock player between all the slap/funk/jazz virtuosos. Both Neil and I were a bit shy and uncomfortable about our playing between all those guys (Jaco's son, etc). One of the highlights was to see Neil play some Whitesnake songs (I made sure I saw the concert and the rehearsals) with guys like Bon Jovi's Phil X. I love his playing and much nicer than the slapping brigade.
I had some brakfasts, diners and bus rides with him and it was cool to hear all his stories about the basses he had. He amazed me every time with new stories.
He told me he was a graphic designer before he became a professional bass player.
Quote from: Basvarken on January 26, 2017, 08:16:56 AM
Neil Murray (ex-Whitesnake, -Gary Moore, -Colosseum II, -Brian May) bought my book. And he just left a review on the site. Ain't that cool? :thumbsup:
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/product/the-gibson-bass-book/#tab-reviews
I'm impressed. Especially since I never saw him ever play a Gibson bass. Fender, Kramer, Aria Pro II, B.C. Rich and various boutique basses, yes.
His bass playing carried Fool for your Loving.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZdkQu3xEGg
With his bubbling bass lines, he is a bit of a hard rock Rocco Prestia, he plays a lot more rhythmic nuances than most bassists of the genre. Very much a finger player in that regard.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ1PfB59zf8
He told me he had an EB-3 pickup installed in several basses. Not sure if he meant the mudbucker or the mini-humbucker.
And he owned a Les Paul Bass way back in 1976. He told me he only recalls using it during an encore with Colosseum during a gig at the Marquee.
He didn't feel comfortable with switching between long scale and short scale during a gig. So he sold it.
What is that Stratocaster bass by the way?
I can only take so much of Coverdale licking his lips, But I always liked the Strat Bass in that video. I saw it for sale a couple years ago and was briefly temped.
If I understood him right, he used mudbuckers.
That boutique Strat Bass was from some English luthier I believe.
Has any of you guys in the USA seen the latest edition of Bass Player magazine?
I hear there is a little article about The Gibson Bass Book in there. But the bookshops in Velp don't have the magazine... :-\
I'm quite curious what they say 8)
It should be in there...
I know it is. But I can't buy it here.
So if any you guys happens to have one, maybe you could make a pic or scan?
Rob, I'll be right by a bookstore that normally carries it next Monday. If no one else here comes forward by then, I'll pick up a copy and scan it.
That would be great Dave! Thank you.
I will also try ABC in Amsterdam (American Book Center) who usually stocks it and I'll ask Jon.
Great book Rob. I really like the graphics work. Like the way the small image of a T-bird casts a little shadow on the larger image behind it. Very well done. I'm still in the 60s, but I expect the rest to be of equal quality!
I was at Chicago Music Exchange the other day, and they have a great selection of vintage Gibsons in stock. I plan to contact Marc over there and let him know about your book. Would be a great resource for them, and maybe they could sell some?
Thank you Tom.
That would be awesome.
Would it be an idea if I sent you an extra book, so you can give them one just to see if it's any good for them?
Quote from: Basvarken on February 09, 2017, 09:48:25 AM
Thank you Tom.
That would be awesome.
Would it be an idea if I sent you an extra book, so you can give them one just to see if it's any good for them?
I'd be happy to pass one along if you want. Good excuse to go molest their inventory some more. ;D
Last week I did an interview via Skype with Raul Amador of Bass Musician Magazine, to talk about The Gibson Bass Book.
That was a new experience for me, as I've never Skyped before and I'm certainly not used to doing interviews (in English).
But Raul did a great job editing the video with some images of Gibson bass guitars that are mentioned during the interview.
I probably should have said some things differently, or maybe I shouldn't have said them at all ;-)
But all in all I'm excited about the interview being online!
https://youtu.be/gKzdR8boonM
Great interview Rob! Gave me something to watch with my morning coffee.
Outstanding interview--interesting, informative & relevant.
That was great, Rob. You did just fine and you sounded at ease and in good humor.
You even managed to say "Fender" out loud without rolling your eyes. :mrgreen:
Great stuff! I enjoyed that.
Quote from: Dave W on March 26, 2017, 02:03:53 PM
That was great, Rob. You did just fine and you sounded at ease and in good humor.
You even managed to say "Fender" out loud without rolling your eyes. :mrgreen:
Haha, but I did roll my eyes a bit too often. I never knew I do that. I shouldn't do that. Looks weird.
Quote from: Basvarken on February 08, 2017, 02:36:26 PM
Has any of you guys in the USA seen the latest edition of Bass Player magazine?
I hear there is a little article about The Gibson Bass Book in there. But the bookshops in Velp don't have the magazine... :-\
I'm quite curious what they say 8)
I will look for one tomorrow.
Nice work on the interview Rob!
Thanx for the offer. But Dave was so kind to fetch one and scan the article for me.
The article was positive. But way too short. And somehow they put the wrong cover art next to the article... :-\
Very nice interview Rob! Really enjoyable.
I just saw it. But wait: Are you telling me that Gibson basses are not all short scale, mahogany, muddy and neck diving ugy ducklings? A world is opening up for me.
As you seem to be an expert. I want to buy this Gibson. Any good?
(http://archive.gibson.com/Press/epiphone/product/PlayerPacks/img/ACUJRPPE.jpg)
Actually, those "Bullit" basses - that is what they were called, right? - weren't so bad at all, that pup - whatever it was and it can't have been much - made for a nice nasty punk sound.
Bass Musician Magazine has an article (plus the video of course) in their website too now.
http://bassmusicianmagazine.com/2017/03/an-interview-with-rob-van-den-broek-author-of-the-gibson-bass-book/
Very cool, Rob! Everything makes me proud too, as a forum member!
Weren't those basses called Accu Bass, as in Accurate instead of Precision?
Yeah, you're right, "Accu Bass" - how cheeky! :mrgreen:
Great interview Rob, I like the story of finding your first Les Paul in the music shop broom closet!
Maybe Accu is more precise than Precision.
Quote from: 66Atlas on March 28, 2017, 10:17:28 AM
Great interview Rob, I like the story of finding your first Les Paul in the music shop broom closet!
Haha, yeah that was a weird experience. I had seen it on their website. But when I got there nobody knew where it was. They had totally forgotten about it.
They searched the entire store (a very small one) plus their storage room but couldn't find it. We had to walk two blocks to their other store, which was closed that day. They searched that entire shop too. And eventually they found the bass between the buckets and the brooms... :mrgreen:
Lovely interview, Holländer! And vielen Dank for the copious name dropping - my 1.5 minutes of fame as Andy W. predicted.
It's great to see this book catch so much attention, probably the most successful marketing campaign Gibson basses ever enjoyed. You should actually send Henry J. a free copy - and I'm not joking!
Thank you Uwe.
As a matter of fact I gave the guys at Gibson Amsterdam a bunch of books. They would see to it the books were going to Nashville and Memphis.
And one of the names they said they would send one was Henry J's son. Who is also a big shot at Gibson.
Vintage Guitar Magazine asked me to send them a promotional video for their website. But how does one make a video of a book?
My friend Guido van Gerven (Duplo Studio) made an animation of the book flipping through the pages by itself.
I made a lead-in and lead-out. Plus a loop of a Definition Of Madmen song (played on a Gibson basss of course)
Et voilá!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFi5khmNkFA
Turned out well!
I miss a Dutch voice-over though. :)
I hope VG uses that video. It should result in sales.
Quote from: uwe on April 03, 2017, 03:46:03 PM
I miss a Dutch voice-over though. :)
Haha. Had a version with voice over. But decided against it. It was too cheesy.
I like it!
Quote from: Basvarken on April 03, 2017, 11:56:16 PM
Haha. Had a version with voice over. But decided against it. It was too cheesy.
Wot? :-\ Not even something in English with the slightest trace of a Dutch accent along the lines of:
I've been leafin' it thru, my hands are wet on the book ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHW8KCQtgGQ
Is there any chance of the VG doing a review of the Gibson Bass Book in their magazine??
Quote from: Grog on April 04, 2017, 06:47:22 AM
Is there any chance of the VG doing a review of the Gibson Bass Book in their magazine??
Yes, the review is scheduled for the August edition of VG that mails the first week of June.
That's great! Pretty much gets the point across.
Quote from: Basvarken on April 04, 2017, 08:08:32 AM
Yes, the review is scheduled for the August edition of VG that mails the first week of June.
Great! I'll watch for it.............
I don't subscribe but I'll look for it at Barnes & Noble. Let me know if you'll need a scan.
Thank you Dave.
I'll let you know.
Just ordered my copy! That looks like a very cool book indeed.
Looking forward to getting it!
Thank you Bassilisk. The book is on its way to the USA now :toast:
I'm excited to let you know The Gibson Bass Book will available in the US soon. The excellent folks of Elderly Instruments will have the book for sale in their shop!
https://www.elderly.com/the-gibson-bass-book-an-illustrated-tribute.htm
That's great news, Rob. They have a great reputation and seem to do a lot of book business.
I think it was last year when I saw a show on PBS about Elderly. What a cool place. Amazing instruments everywhere and a staff that clearly knows what they're talking about. John Jorgensen of The Hellecasters is not just a regular but gives group lessons at the store!!!
Overall a fine respected establishment. Congrats on having your book there.
Nice break Rob! They've been around forever............
That sort of made me wonder what ever happened to JK Lutherie. John Kinnemeyer was always the best source of guitar related books. For many years he took out a full page add on the back page of the VG. Books & original guitar literature seemed to be his biggest passion. He also found me the telescoping end pin for my first EB-1, along with many other rare parts.
Quote from: Grog on April 12, 2017, 07:44:35 AM
Nice break Rob! They've been around forever............
That sort of made me wonder what ever happened to JK Lutherie. John Kinnemeyer was always the best source of guitar related books. For many years he took out a full page add on the back page of the VG. Books & original guitar literature seemed to be his biggest passion. He also found me the telescoping end pin for my first EB-1, along with many other rare parts.
JK has a big eBay store. http://stores.ebay.com/JK-Lutherie He seems to be fresh out of telescoping end pins though. ;D
Quote from: Dave W on April 12, 2017, 03:03:23 PM
JK has a big eBay store. http://stores.ebay.com/JK-Lutherie He seems to be fresh out of telescoping end pins though. ;D
Yup! Still at it! I use to visit his booth at some of the Chicago guitar shows I would try to hit back in the day. Nice guy......... The pearloid plastic tuning knobs on my '59 EB-2 were shrinking, (shrinking knob problems are common as things age :o). I bought (4) original firebird tuners from John to get the nickel tuning knobs off of them. No more shrinking knob problems for this guy!
Quote from: Basvarken on April 06, 2017, 10:08:05 AM
Thank you Bassilisk. The book is on its way to the USA now :toast:
Got my book yesterday - Wow! I had some things to do so I figured I'd give it a quick skim until I could settle down
and check it out. An hour later I was still "skimming" with hardly a dent in it, everything else on the back burner!
Beautifully done Rob! I am really enjoying it.
P.S. That is quite an impressive a collection Uwe! All the familiars and a slew of never seen(s), for me at any rate. :thumbsup:
Rob and Uwe - great stuff, wonderfully executed! :toast:
Thank you Vasil!
If you can find the time please leave a review/comment on my site
http://www.thegibsonbassbook.com/product/the-gibson-bass-book/#tab-reviews
I have humbly only scavenged what the market at large and prevailing tastes chose to ignore and discard - derelict carrion, nothing more!
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You shouldn't be so hard on yourself... the legal profession isn't all bad... :mrgreen:
Just like vultures, lawyers are good for the wellbeing of the ecosystem, yet both groups are inexplicably disliked!
You are lawyer and German. In math a double negative is positive again.
Lightning always strikes twice.
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Just purchased a copy, really enjoyed the skype interview on youtube. Cant wait to get my hands on it. :)
Thank you Peter,
You book is already on it's way to Down Under. But it may take a while for it to arrive (per snail mail).
Quote from: Basvarken on July 28, 2017, 02:25:42 AM
Thank you Peter,
You book is already on it's way to Down Under. But it may take a while for it to arrive (per snail mail).
Thanks Rob, we all have good ideas from time to time but to complete the task takes strength, persistence and patience, respect to you mate.
Getting to hang with uwe would of been fun and educational.