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Archive for August, 2009

Skjold Damian Erskine Signature Series Bass!!

I am absolutely THRILLED to let you all know about something Pete Skjold and I have been working on behind the scenes for over a year now. Skjold designs will be releasing and custom building the Damian Erskine signature bass! This is the 6-string (although it will be available as 4,5,6,7…whatever you want. Completely custom built to order) that I have dreamed of… both in playability and tone. With an:
- extremely deep cutaway for 100% un-hindered access to the upper register
- over-wound pickups for a deep and rich tone
- brand new pickup mold design to incorporate the finger ramp into the pickup design (2 pickups in one pickup mold so ramp players will have a completely unified and comfortable setup)
- East pre-amps for complete tonal flexability, very stable design and neck for action as low as you want it.
-That coupled with some stunning good looks has seen my dream realized.

This first build has far exceeded my hopes and expectations… please enjoy some pix!
You can email myself or Pete through his website for more information regarding this beautiful instrument.

www.skjolddesign.com

NoTreble.com

Attn: Bass Players

notreble.com

Damian is now on the board of advisors for a great new(ish) website for bassists. www.notreble.com

This site is already great but will be under-going some changes and will prove to be one fantastic site/resource for bassists. Check it out!!
(also check out my column there, “FAQ with Damian Erskine” where players can email questions for me to answer regarding all things musical!)

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Notreble.com Column

Exploring Turnarounds May 16, 2012
Q: I really enjoy and find great value in your columns on No Treble. In your last column, you discussed the modal and chordal approaches and mentioned this: “Don’t forget to also practice and transcribe things, which will make you a stronger bassist (walking, common endings and turnarounds, time, various time-feels, and so on.)” Could... […]
Damian Erskine
Audio MIDI Connect: A Look at the Instrument to MIDI Converter for iOS May 14, 2012
If you’re like me, the existence of an app like Audio MIDI Connect is a dream come true. This app allows you to take your instrument signal and convert it to Midi and send it over Wifi! The implications are pretty cool, because this means that your instrument of choice can be a midi controller... […]
Damian Erskine
Playing Chords: A Guide for Bassists May 9, 2012
Q: I recently bought a 6-string bass and started working on playing chords. How should I voice more complex chords (e.g. Gm13) using few (3 to 4) notes, while maintaining the quality of the chord? A: It is important to note a few things when doing this. Much of this is learned by doing it... […]
Damian Erskine
To Effect or Not to Effect? A Discussion for Bassists May 2, 2012
Q: What’s your take on effects pedals? Do you use any? A: I have been exploring many different pedals and having fun with the sonic possibilities, though I rarely use them outside of my home. My most used pedal is my reverb pedal, because I like the what it offers when playing in small group... […]
Damian Erskine
Figure: A Look into the Music Making App for iOS April 30, 2012
When it comes to music making apps for iOS, I’ve generally been quite disappointed. Most of what’s out there is convoluted and confusing, making for a poor and often awkward experience. Propellerhead Software is looking to change all that with the release of their newest app, Figure. Figure offers three different voices to work with:... […]
Damian Erskine
Choosing the Right Webcam in the Youtube Era April 25, 2012
Q: I am looking at starting a Youtube channel, and I was wondering what you’d suggest for a webcam solution. I’m looking for one that has good audio. Alternatively, what is the best, cheap USB interface to buy? A: As many of you may know, I could stand to focus a little attention to my... […]
Damian Erskine