DID I GET THE RIGHT BASS??? - (I've always wanted a long horn and you cant talk me out of loving it)
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- Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
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I've always wanted a Danelectro Long Horn so when the BOSS Bass Katana for Bass was announced I took it as an opportunity to start getting more serious about my bass rig. But will this be a good bass for use in pedal demos (I don't actually care, I'll do what I want and your can't talk me out of it.)
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"boss bass katana for bass" is a crazy unnecessarily long sentence. When you repeat it verbatim 5 times in a paragraph it really, REALLY sounds like sponsored product placement. You've made it clear that's not what you do but "boss bass katana for bass" is pure product placement as a sentence.
Let me see if i can illustrate it so you can see what I'm getting at ; what the heck else would a Boss Bass Katana be for, apart from bass? Those two redundant words at the end ("for bass") are what pushes it from description into marketing, and puts a question mark above peoples cartoon heads.
As long as you're using "bass" twice in that sentence you're gonna get questions, accusations, other youtube style hassle. Something to think about?
Incidentally as a baritone player, bass player, & guitarist in that precise order I use a solid state bass amp for all 3. I remain permanently stunned at how well my Laney RBW200 takes pedals, and how easy it is to sculpt the right EQ for each instrument, all hail parametric mids!
I say it that way because I think it’s funny. I’ll change it up if I can think of a longer and funnier way to say it.
@@60CycleHumcast the boss bass katana for bass, bass guitar amp !
@@seantwine8572 the boss katana for bass, bass guitar amp by boss.
@@60CycleHumcast the boss katana made bass amp made by boss for boss bass guitars.
He did that on purpose.
You should try flatwound bass strings, they have a distinct 60s vibe that works really well for surf. In fact, Carol Kaye swears the style at the time was flatwounds with a PICK! So keep using a pick all you want. If it's good enough for Carol, it's good enough for anyone.
I always love the sudden "Two princes" chip tune whenever it appears, makes me laugh every time
And that bass looks sick!! Especially the dual colors!
I used an original Danelectro Longhorn bass in a punk band in the late 70s and it was the greatest sounding bass I've ever heard, especially when I got a chance to use it with an Ampeg SVT with a 8 10" speaker cabinet. It was unbelievably great.
If you still have a positive spark 40 laying around, you can run your bass through that until your Katana comes in, no risk of blowing that up on accident.
True!
The DC 59 short horn bass has always been my jam I'll never give it up
If it's good enough for Mike Watt, John Entwhistle and Prince, it's good enough for me. It's stanky and amazing, love it.
As an aside, a bassist who can't or won't use a pick when the need calls for it out of snobbishness should be ignored outright. Fingers are great, picks are great. It'll be interesting to see you play bass more, you're a talented guitarist but you're still playing the bass like a guitarist, if that makes sense? Different mind sets, different goals. You'll get it 👍
Playing bass as a guitar is an approach more related to Lemmy, so yes, it makes sense.
A great bassist I know said that playing bass without a pick is fine at home or in studio but you won't be heard if you have to cut through a pa at a big venue with a rocking drummer and lead 🎸! Then it's pick time .
I was gonna pick one of these up, but I saved up for a pink fender mustang bass! I may get one still after watching you play one! I’ve got a Danelectro 63 long scale and it’s still my favorite bass and you should get one if you can find one. Thanks for doing more long guitar content, love the channel.
It’s a cool little iconic short-scale with a sound all its own, largely due to the lipstick pickups and their placement. They can definitely kick butt when you plug them into an actual bass amp. Maybe they’re not for everyone. But maybe that’s the whole idea.
I can really hear the tone wood in that (said no one ever)
Actually one of the best sounding instruments ive heard in a while. Unique and authentic. Appears to play anything fairly well. Needs to be bassed out. That is flapped slapped bapped and whipped to the tip.
You deserve it! ❤️
Now I need a bass. Thanks Mr. Hum.
The dual Princeton setup honestly sounds great with that bass! That's a fun surprise. Love that Longhorn, too! Always wanted one.
Ryan, dude, when you demo the Boss Katana Bass amp, can you show us some normal guitar tones thru it? Not just the baritone, but a normal 6 string guitar? Bass fuzz and drive sounds great with guitar
Yes ! Maybe it will be as guitar friendly as a Fender Bassman.
@@terryenglish7132 Im willing to bet that the Katana Mk1 and 2 can be hacked to use the amps/effects from the bass Katana and vice versa 🤔
to get the true vintage sound that that bass is known for replace the round wound strings with a set of flatwounds. i own 3 of these and have flatwounds on all of them. big difference
Definitely go with flatwounds. Really brings out the personality of the longhorn.
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I love it @Ryan! Sounds good and looks Way better than I initially thought it would. Rock on dude!
i am excited for the Katana Bass Amp. Please do a review! All the Sweetwater folks are super nice.
Try flatwounds Traveling wilburys its a crispy deal
I am flat wound curious.
The Longhorn was made for flatwounds.
Flat wounds would sound great with this bass. To deepen the tone from the twangy articulate single coil lipsticks. Real cool
I only play Danelectros. All are short-scale, except my DC bass. The #1 reason is that they weight literally half as much as the jazz bass i used to play.
I converted one a Longhorn bass to a 6-string bass (E to e). With lighter strings, it would be a baritone.
I’m predominantly a bass player and I’ve always kinda thought longhorns look tacky but this thing sounds fun, might look into picking one up.
Remember ryan..theres alot of bass players who watch this channel too. And i play both guitar and bass..and i play both tube and solid state amps..id love to see more.
Danelectro sound 👍 Short scale bass, quirky style, affordable. 👍😎
I used to use a felt bass pick on recording projects for that reason. You don't get all the clickityclack but it plays virtually the same as any pick.
It sounds really fun, the twangy-ness is great, it is probably a combination of the short scale and the kind of strings on it.
Totally the new strings.
The lower tension from 30 inch scale should be a little LESS tangy.
love it. i'm surprised it took you this long to get one considering how often you've mentioned the longhorns over the years!
I’ve wanted one of these basses for years. I really love the blue burst design. Right now I’m building an SG/EB0 style bass with a mudbucker and lipstick pickup to get a hybrid of my favorite tones.
Mudbucker, lol. Yep , mud thru a 3 inch speaker. I took one apart. The coils are rotated 90° and are parallel to the strings like a P90's magnets. I think the magnets are too, but I'm not sure.
35 year bass player here. You're allowed to play with a pick through a guitar amp. Solid state amps can be small, light, and powerful. I've heard nothing but good things about Dano's. I absolutely hate their aesthetics and can't get past that. I'm glad you like yours! They're all ugly as sin.
Solid state in the electrical engineering standpoint is a more efficient way to amplify a guitar signal. Guitarist are nostalgic to the tube amp because their hero’s, and their hero’s hero’s played them. The reality is most people would be completely happy with a modern day solid state amp especially when you are talking about weight and size. A working musician would be wise to take digital processor or solid state amp out on the road just for weight alone, never mind consistency from night to night. I have found as long as I can get volume loud enough to push some air I can’t really tell the difference between a tube amp and a modeler processor amp.
I'm sorry to hear that you can't tell the difference.Personally, my bias comes from beginning with the typical low end solid state amps ,and coming close to giving up playing until I bought a tube amp( a early Peavy Classic, with the real tweed cab.)Beyond the sound itself, - which is substantially different, - it's the feel and response.Guitarists tend to be conservative, and slow to change, but that's just not the real issue; to my ears, it's similar to people who prefer the music that I don't respond to.
I got a black longhorn last year…and an Orange Crush 50w Bass Combo Amp for my birthday…so loud and crunchy….and play with an orange-colored bass pick…have fun
I’m actually really excited to hear they’re coming out with a Boss Bass Katana for Bass! The guitar version is fantastic for a solid state guitar amp, and bass already works really well with solid state amps. As someone who’s played bass in a band more than guitar I think you’ve got a spot on rig, Danelectro basses are great players and they’ve got a nice sound to them. The pickups could be better for strict bass playing because of how plucky they are, but they’re definitely workable and have a great vibe. I started off with guitar and 30 inch scale lengths are fantastic for people bridging that gap.
Also absolutely no shade using a pick on a long guitar. I’ve been playing 10+ years and I still regularly use a pick with my Rick. I use Clayton rounded triangle picks because guitar picks are a bit too small for me and I’m pretty triangle “bass picks” were invented by the devil. And not even the cool rock and roll devil.
Man, your bench aligned with the video so precisely that I was wondering what was going on with the progression bar in the video
Dude..I really want that too.....Now I am gonna pull the trigger.....thanks man
Ive had a few basses over the years but got a longhorn bass recently and its easily become my go to bass. Love its weight, the neck, its honky tone, and i guess its comfort overall. That plus i think its gorgeous lol. Only mod ive done to it was moving the neck strap button to the top horn.
I use this bass for 8 years for recording and performance. Just put tapewound string and it thump really well.
I've always thought the Longhorn was pretty cool. I wouldn't mind having one. They have a nice, clear sound to them. One of these are definitely on my bucket list.
Pick is fine for the sound you might want for certain tunes, but do try using the picking hands 3 fingers for picking. After just a week or two you'll be able to play faster than w a pick , getting a bassier sound. I'm a guitarist that enjoys playing bass as well. Its just so relaxing.
I’m a bassist and I almost exclusively use a pick. I like the punch of a pick better
Damn these Dano Longhorns have a GREAT tone. As someone who is starting to collect single coil basses, I need this in my life.
I bought one of these basses a few months ago. I normally only play 34” scale basses, but this one is fun and sounds so good. Good choice.
As a long guitar player originally (now play both) it's cool seeing you get one of these! Not my style of bass but I definitely see why you wanted one! I'm excited for your upcoming videos with it. And Boss Katana stuff later too. Awesome!
I'm excited to see what you do with the bass. I can't wait for some bass pedal demos.
I’m thinking about getting myself one of those for this coming Christmas. Thanks! 🎻🙂😎
I love the look of it. I remember admiring it the window of a store in the 60's. It even came in the color you have. The biggest surprise is it has a massive punch sound that I quite frankly though you needed a full size bass like a Fender. Killer bass
Damn, that bass is you ! I'm a bass player who also plays guitar and for some things using a pick just works better than fingers. I use whatever fits the tune.
The Katana might turn out to be a good bass amp, but I'll have to tip my hat to the Fender Rumble. I have the Rumble 100 and it's amazingly light and great sounding.
As a Long Guitarist, the Longhorn is pretty sweet. I played one within the first few years of playing bass, and I loved the sound of it, but the look was a little too "out there" for me at the time (I'd play one now!).
As a recent dabbler of the Shrunken-Bass-with-Really-High-Strings, my Katana 50 mkII is great! I think the Bass Katana Boss Bass Katana for Bass will be a great addition to their lineup, albeit a little underpowered for my needs. BUT, I could see them creating a 300 watt or 500 watt Bass Katana Artist or Bass Katana Head (which I would TOTALLY buy) to truly expand out the Bass Katana Boss Bass Katana for Bass line-up!
Stay grounded!
sounds very clear
I love how much Ryan plays the bass like a guitar player.
Sweet looking Longhorn bro! Congrats! That should sound sweet with the Bass Boss Bass Katana Bass amp. It sounds kill through the two princes.
Wonderful! I've been using a 90s Dano longhorn bass since... the 90s! Absolutely adore it, that and my '68 Mustang bass are my go-to's for almost everything.
LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE the Hallmark Sweptwing on the wall! Don't see many of them! And I have a bass one!!!
Sweet bass and really good sound. From bright to warm really cool!
Killer bass 🎉. Always wanted one my self.
Good demo. Thanks!! Like many here have said, try it with flatwounds or tapewounds. I was surprised how good that thing sounded with a fuzz pedal. What pedal did you use? Rock on!!
I own over 30 basses and the Longhorn is a favorite.A great rich sounding bass that's light as a feather.And it looks cool.
Thanks! I love your videos....One thing though: could you tell us where a product is manufactured? It's a huge deal to me when I'm deciding whether or not to buy or how much to pay. A lot of us want to make more informed and responsible purchases these days and it would help a lot.
Danelectro Long horn bass is so cool! Danelectro in general are epic! Everyone should get one. They aren’t a main guitar but they could be, they are the kind of guitar you take to the gig for something unique. Odd tunings, side guitar, whatever they are a unique design and cheap!
I think this will be a great rig for you!! I don't know anything about the katana bass but if it lives up to the guitar version then you are a lucky guy to have that coming your way!! I'm super excited to hear more bass from you
Nice video. I have a sweet spot for that bass. Those pickups are same ones they use for the 6 string guitars. Technically it's a 29.75" scale. You made a good choice of basses. I think your planned bass rig should be good. I, as well as many other bass players, prefer solid state over tube. Nothing wrong with either solid state or tubes, all just a matter of preference.
Enjoy the bass.
Is that an extended Gibson scale ?
@@terryenglish7132 The only 29.75" besides the Danelectro that i know of are the Gretsch G5260T Electromatic Jet Baritone and similar Gretsch baritones. Not sure about any Gibsons using that scale.
Kind of unique scale like how Rickenbacker uses a 33.25" scale instead of a 34.
Thanks for the reply. Since you didn't know off hand, I looked it up and did some math. Gibson actual basses are 30.5. If you add 3 frets to the 24.75 guitar scale, it is 29.3. So, no, not Gibson.
I love dealing with Sweetwater. Never had a bad experience.
I used to have one of those. They're super. Slap on a set of Thomastik Enfield flat wounds and life will never be the same. Also, it fits in a regular rectangular guitar case. Tweed with a red or orange interior would be good for that color. Enjoy!
4:00 - "Jamming to youtube with the mustang micro watching star trek with the captions on."
This just in! Danelectro now makes a Longhorn baritone. Sweetwater carries it.
I've always hated this bass.
And now, I can't stop thinking about it.
It haunts my dreams.
I will not be complete without it.
I need that bass...
Awesome bass, Ryan! Congratulations! I've wanted one for the longest time too. And I'm not a bass player either!
Dude, Danelectros have been crazy out of stock for months. I ended up getting a red 59 sparkle that was scratch and dent that is basically flawless (really wanted the blue) but had that Dano itch and had to pick one up. A friend of mine managed to sneak out a copper 59 bass that is GLORIOUS and I had picked up a Dano Baritone that was just dreamy. Those Danos just get it done and sound like a horde of shattered glass banshees screaming out of the abyss. #Dano4Life
Now, when I hear "Danelectro" the first guy I always think of is Rick Miller from SCOTS but......(and this is why the internet is kinda creepy) After going to my first TMBG show ever a few weeks back they played mostly songs I haven't heard as I'm just a casual listener. The first set was mostly the album John Henry which I really enjoyed. Here's where it gets creepy. I was trying to learn the bass lines from that album and was watching the video for "Snail Shell" and in the video both John Flansburgh (a lefty guitar player) and Tony Maimone (a righty bassist) were both playing Danelectro Longhorns in the copperburst color. (Which having the necks shooting off each direction looked great in the video!) It wasn't two hours before I got an email from Zzounds (who've I've gotten many instruments through) advertising a Danelectro Longhorn bass in copperburst! CREEPY!!!
One question about this bass... The originals were hollow bodied, is this one as well? (But at less than six pounds I'm almost thinking so...)
You got the right one.I own over 30 basses and this one's very good and sounds great.
Its got that Claypool twang. That thing is cool.
Your exactly right , play with a pick all the time if you want! It’s a Bass GUITAR, not a version of a Double bass “standup” . A lot of the greats have used a pick most of the time, a guy named McCartney, Chris Squire, Carole Kay… whatever works!
Incidentally, I could so see you surfing a mosrite guitar.
I like the baritone mod idea. You should get another! 😁 👍
Can't wait to see the boss bass rig! Cool bass for sure.
I love this stuff! I like its original shape, but its best is the versatility of sound.
On this point even better of a j bass for me. I am happy for you!!!
Short scale bass and pick is Paul McCartney so that's absolutely valid! Add palm muting and bingo! 🙂
I just picked up a used one earlier this week too. Love it.
God I’m loving where that beards goin
The Longhorn is a legendary bass. There's also a Bass VI version of the Longhorn, and we know you love Bass VI instruments.
not a bass VI but a baritone (people often confuse those)
There did exist a Bass VI Longhorn, but that was long ago.
I’m loving that bridge pickup. It sounds like the bass (or baritone) that they used on the Richie Valens vinyl from way back in the day (1958). Carol Kaye was probably the bassist.
I like it. *shrugs* not that I know anything about basses. If I was going to get one, I might give it a look.
Two peaces of advice. Nothing wrong with using a guitar amp for the usage for the bass. Just make sure that what ever speaker you are using are rated at least four or five times higher then the Wattage output of the amp. That was the difference would allow the speakers to move without damaging them. In that if you put an Vox AC30 in to a 120 watts Marshal cab. Although you are pumping out 30 watts, but the speakers would have the room to provide for the movement for the speaker cone due to it being at a higher wattage. Also, if using a pick is good enough for Carol King, it is good enough for you. It provide a different tone because the attack on the strings would be different.
Sweetwater please Send Ryan everything new that comes out I love the videos!
It sure looks like you pick the right bass!
Guitar looks and sounds amazing , cheers man, ha !
Shanon from Shannon and the clams use a Dan electro and they’ve made me want to get one . One day it will be mine
wow! i like that more than i thought i would...
I'd like to see this bass plugged to a sansamp bass driver pedal
Hehehe, I have one of those (early 2000s production). That's one of the shortest basses I own, and I love mine.
Oh, and the popsicle stick bridge can be set to intonate just fine, at least as well as any acoustic. You can adjust the angle.
I have one of these in Blue from the 90's. They're really fun.
You're Great! Thank You!
I’ve been a long guitar player for the last 25 years. Only recently got into the skinny string short basses. I’ve never played a long horn, always wanted too though. They look and sound cool.
Not sure I like the style but they are iconic. Might get one in the future but I already have 9 basses, 3 are short scale.
That is your style of bass Ryan. It's Cool!
Sounds like that sound be a great rig.
On the tube vs. solid state thing, I absolutely prefer to test out guitars in a guitar store using a Boss Katana. They're absolutely everywhere and each one sounds identical. They sound great quiet, too. I would not complain at all if you used them for pedal demos- it's possibly the most fair guitar amp for gear comparisons out there.
The bridge IS adjustable. The wood saddle swivels. Intonate it according to the E and G, and the open A and D will be as close to right as an actual human would need.
You raise our lower the action with the two screws at the front of the bridge plate. The back of the bridge plate should be a tiny bit lower than the front of the bridge plate.
Ah interesting!
Back in the 60's= Jesse Colin Young. Carol Kay too, Pet Sounds & others. She often used a pick. I think Pau Ferro on the fretboard these days.
I love that longhorn!! I use an Ampeg Rocket Bass amp 30w, has a sweet tone. Btw Ryan, the twang you experience is because of new strings!
I'm a longhorn nut for long too - I have the bass (same as yours), the guitar (the 36 frets one, not their recently wrong "reissues") and the baritone.
@MN Mitchell typo, you're right, it's 31 👍
@MN Mitchell I said it's the guitar 😉
@MN Mitchell of course it is the Guitarlin, the 2 and an half octave guitar. They made a great reissue in the nineties, and I own one.
I've been thinking about getting a Longhorn bass since the Korean reissues came out in '99/'00 (which is when I bought my first bass). I'm an all short-scale bass guy, so it's long held appeal for me. I can't really justify buying one right now, but it's on my bucket list.