Many have asked for it so I thought I’d post a little snippet of a tune I’m working on for the new CD (will keep you posted on THAT as well!!). It’s not fully mixed and is not a representation of the complete track, but there is a nice display of tones here. The bass is flat with a slight bass boost and the melody is flat with the neck pickup soloed. Hope you like it!!
btw: this track is in 5… see if you can feel it! 
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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
Attn: Bass Players
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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!)
The best portable gig cart on the market! Great for small hits as well as hauling the big stuff…
Very well designed cases. The perfect durable and well made protective soft case (& perfect for overhead compartments when flying)!
Durable, pure sound, reliable and well designed. Great cables of every kind in addition to great accessories. Works for me!
Wonderful on-board preamps. Super flexible and one of a kind. Amazing work by a local Portland company.
Check out BassPlayer.com for a stellar review!!
The folks at D’Addario really know what they’re doing when it comes to strings (& everything else, really). Each set is very consistent and has the best balance of tone, longevity and tension I’ve come across. I use the EXL 170’s
GREAT STRINGS!
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