Proof that (if you know how to) you can slap on a Bongo HH

[Grand Wazoo]

I have read a few comments here and there where people have been "concerned" that due to the 24 frets and the neck humbucker being too close to the neck, that playing slap style on a Bongo HH it's difficult but... I think this guy here is proving that once you adjust your technique, there are no difficulties at all!

Enjoy

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rfVh3yJ6r0&feature=related]YouTube - Slap Music Man Bongo Bass[/ame]

 

[RobertB]

That sounds so damn good, even on my computer speakers. I've recently discovered that my amp has lost some edge over maybe the past few years. It happened so gradually that until very recently, I didn't notice it. Granted, I probably would've noticed earlier if I played anything other than EBMM basses. Now I'm excited about hearing my Bongo after I get my amp serviced, considering how good it already sounds, even with my amp "limping" at bit. Talking to a tech at a shop that services SWR, I asked if he thought it was likely just the tube in the preamp section needing replacement, but he said that's the least common issue he sees with these. Not sure what the issue actually *is* yet, but ...

Anyway, cool clip GW. BTW, when I've had HH Bongos, I found that with some practice (conditioning yourself to stay right in the area where the guy in this clip is staying, with the right hand), slapping was no problem. After a few days, it wasn't an issue. As BP and I think Jack have both mentioned previously when this question has come up ... consider Dave LaRue.

Edit: And to that, I'll add Stan Sargeant.

 

[Duarte]

That sounds so powerful, I love it! I was actually going to post this video on the forum but never got round to it.

The HH bongo may be more difficult to slap on, but when the technique is adjusted it certainly makes people who I've seen cleaner player...more controlled with less flailing of singers thumbs and palms. This guy for one looks very controlled with tight, small movements.

And to that, I'll add Stan Sargeant.

Hell yeah. What a player, and what a sound!

 

[Grand Wazoo]

and may I add what a lovely combination of lava pearl colour with what looks like white ice pickguard... hmmm niiiiiice.

By the way Darte, I have sent you my present this morning regardless as promised but... but I still haven't seen your pic proof, even a mobile phone shot will do, as long as is its proof you have it! get on wiv it!!

 

[Duarte]

Hey, hey, I'm patiently waiting at home for that knock on the door! Still not here...

Although I am entertaining myself with the double bass I got from my fantastic mother.

 

[Sonnyonbass]

I have read a few comments here and there where people have been "concerned" that due to the 24 frets and the neck humbucker being too close to the neck, that playing slap style on a Bongo HH it's difficult but... I think this guy here is proving that once you adjust your technique, there are no difficulties at all!

Enjoy

YouTube - Slap Music Man Bongo Bass

It is more like.... Are you comfortable when slapping on an HH.
Some people have no "problem" with it. Some do. But that doesnt say that their technique is bad.
Ive been playing and practicing from my 17th birthday.
I don't see why I (or anybody for that matter) should "adjust" my/their technique for the sake of a bass. Because I play several different basses I have to constantly adjust. It drives me mad haha
If you doubt my playing I will be more than happy to give to record a clip for you btw.

 

[five7]

Just imagine what he could do if he had some room on that bongo. LOL Joking aside, very good especially the bends.

 

[Grand Wazoo]

It is more like.... Are you comfortable when slapping on an HH.
Some people have no "problem" with it. Some do. But that doesnt say that their technique is bad.
....
If you doubt my playing I will be more than happy to give to record a clip for you btw.

Frankly my dear I don't! And I don't doubt anyone's playing, we are all individual, I have read a lot of comments in this forum about people saying.... I decided to get a single H or and H/S because you can't slap on a HH Bongo.

And my only argument is.... you can if you know how to.

 

[Big Poppa]

Nice post There were some other good mongos stuff there

Rockon look at it from the other side....,should we only make basses for certain techniques?

 

[Sonnyonbass]

It's not a matter of "you can if you know how to.." I can still slap like crazy on that thing but it's still no single H.
Ah well... I give up...

@BP Absolutely not!
Just played my SR5 HH for 2 hours and I love the sound so much. Only the slap thingy (which is way overrated anyways ) doesn't work as good for me as on a single H. But I need it for my music so...
My next EB won't be an HH model. But then there is still enough to choose from! (25th anyone?) And I heard the Bongo single H was pretty good.

 

[Big Poppa]

You mean the Big Poppa Bongo?

 

[EBMM7181]

WOW everytime I hear a Bongo, I want one. Those things are mean.

 

[fidooda]

somebody called? plenty of space here.....and tone is amazing!

btw, there's is a nice tumbrest on the single H bongo....the neck around the 22-23 fret, right where the pickguard ends.

 

[Sonnyonbass]

You mean the Big Poppa Bongo?

If a single H bongo is called a Big Poppa Bongo then that's the 1!

Soon time for a trip to Germany where they actually stock bongo's.
Musikproduktiv probably.
Hope they have a 25th as well then.

 

[RobertB]

You mean the Big Poppa Bongo?

I've never played an HS, but I've had a few HHs. They of course sounded great, and it was hard for me to believe when I'd see some ppl here saying the Big Poppa Bongo is even more aggressive sounding than the HH. I bought one without having ever played one, and let me tell you, I have no regrets and it's not going anywhere. And it's not just about the "aggressive" tones you can get out of it; it's the overall tonal character, which covers ALOT of ground.

 

[fidooda]

I've never played an HS, but I've had a few HHs. They of course sounded great, and it was hard for me to believe when I'd see some ppl here saying the Big Poppa Bongo is even more aggressive sounding than the HH. I bought one without having ever played one, and let me tell you, I have no regrets and it's not going anywhere. And it's not just about the "aggressive" tones you can get out of it; it's the overall tonal character, which covers ALOT of ground.

a huge +1 ! very well said.

 

[Sterling_Bass]

His tone is awesome. Props to him and that sweet Bongo.

 

[Sonnyonbass]

I've never played an HS, but I've had a few HHs. They of course sounded great, and it was hard for me to believe when I'd see some ppl here saying the Big Poppa Bongo is even more aggressive sounding than the HH. I bought one without having ever played one, and let me tell you, I have no regrets and it's not going anywhere. And it's not just about the "aggressive" tones you can get out of it; it's the overall tonal character, which covers ALOT of ground.

Seems like something I should try

 

[Smakbass]

Nice sound! We need a special run Big Poppa Bongo with a BBQ inlay now

 

[Grand Wazoo]

I've just noticed he's got more chops, the 2nd vid is very cool

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYe0v57A6c0&feature=related]YouTube - Slap Music Man Bongo Bass 2[/ame]

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC4HMAWIlyE&feature=channel]YouTube - Music Man Bongo Bass Line 2[/ame]