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Every once in a while, we like to share little random tips we've come up with over the years. Some can help you keep track of your stuff, others can save your bacon on a gig. For your enjoyment, and hopefully edification, here is a classic collection, originally written by Bob (with some updates/additions by Mark.)Easily Document Battery and String Changes, Settings, and More.I love the little Avery 05422 (1/2" x 1 3/4") removable self-adhesive labels (or the Staples generic equivalent). I jot d …

Going Back in Time - here's a Guest Blog Post from Bob, a "reprint" from a few years ago! Every once in a while, I like to share little random tips I've come up with over the years. Some help you keep track of your stuff, others can save your bacon on a gig. For your enjoyment, and hopefully edification, here is the latest collection (some of these are from Mark as well.) I love the little Avery 05422 (1/2" x 1 3/4") removable self-adhesive labels (or Staples generic equivalent). I jot dates fo …

This list is in no particular order. Updated from an original concept by Bob Gollihur. Bridge Creep - As we continually tune up our strings, those strings try to drag the bridge towards the fingerboard. This can result in poor acoustic sound quality (as feet lose firm contact with the bass table), a decline in pickup sound quality, and a permanently warped and frequently falling bridge. Keep an eye on it, your bridge should be perfectly perpendicular (a 90 degree angle) to the bass' top; usuall …