Bass Reviews by Jeff Renaud

1. Rush - Bass Anthology Series ·
   Excellent book, but not suitable to all, especially when you want to perform the songs in a gig, not only in your bedroom. The t...(more)
   Books/Tab: Rock/Pop · Posted: 1/31/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
2. Ampeg AMB1 ·
   If you can get it at a low price like I did, go for it! I recommend it highly against Fender and Ibanez models in the same price...(more)
   Equipment: Basses · Posted: 4/10/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
3. Yorkville Bloc 250B ·
   First, I recommend trying it with "your" bass if you consider buying it, this is crucial, because the tone and sound of the amp ...(more)
   Equipment: Amplifiers · Posted: 7/21/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
4. The Recline by Metalwood ·
   Metalwood past work was brilliant, and this one takes the band to the next step, both in songwriting and creativity. This new CD...(more)
   Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 6/17/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
5. Crate BX25 ·
   I would never buy this amp again, you don't get what you pay for... I should have buyed a Yorkville instead, lower prices and be...(more)
   Equipment: Amplifiers · Posted: 6/19/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
6. ELIXIR Soft Long ·
   These are sure costy, but they last longer and have a better feel than any of the strings I've ever used (D'Addario, La Bella, D...(more)
   Equipment: Strings · Posted: 7/27/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
7. Yorkville 200B ·
   I looked at the Ampeg Rocket bass(B-100R), Peavey TNT, Crate BFX-100, Yorkville Cube 250B and Fender Bassman 100 and this amp de...(more)
   Equipment: Amplifiers · Posted: 8/11/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
8. Hemispheres by Rush ·
   Clearly, Rush was it's "epic tales and screachy guitars" peak at that stage. Maybe the format of the LP was confusing (only four...(more)
   Recordings: Other · Posted: 8/11/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
9. A Farewell To Kings by Rush ·
   A Farewell to Kings is really a milestone in Rush's history, since the use of keyboards, midi and synthetizers was becoming a co...(more)
   Recordings: Other · Posted: 8/11/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
   
10. Caress Of Steel by Rush ·
    Okay, I said this was a strange recording, let me show you why. First, we have two "hard rockers", songs that are plain rock and...(more)
    Recordings: Other · Posted: 8/11/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
11. Rush by Rush ·
    As this is their first work, Rush's inspiration of previous artists such as The Who and other R&B acts are clearly visible. The ...(more)
    Recordings: Other · Posted: 8/12/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
12. Permanent Waves by Rush ·
    Permanent Waves is an hybrid album, showing the evolution that was to come in the next album. First track of the album, The Spir...(more)
    Recordings: Other · Posted: 8/15/2001 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
13. The Very Best Of Cream by Cream ·
    The song choice is pretty good, with classics such as "Strange Brew", "White Room" and "Sunshine of Your Love" all appear. Anoth...(more)
    Recordings: Rock/Pop · Posted: 1/9/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
14. Live At Leeds by The Who ·
    If someone could only buy one live record, I think it should be this one. The Who at it's best, Roger's voice is deep and full, ...(more)
    Recordings: Rock/Pop · Posted: 3/16/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
15. Live At Leeds - Deluxe Edition by The Who ·
    The "new" Live at Leeds is now better than ever. The first CD features the following tracks: Heaven and Hell <br> I Can't Explai...(more)
    Recordings: Rock/Pop · Posted: 3/22/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
16. Vintage Guitars Info ·
    This place is truly amazing. If you're only browsing for info on vintage guitars, they have some articles for you. If you're loo...(more)
    Other: Gear Fetish Sites · Posted: 4/10/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
17. Warmoth ·
    Warmoth is a great example of what a replacement supplier should be. Nice people, great quality, decent to good prices (especial...(more)
    Hands-On: DIY Parts/Supplies · Posted: 4/10/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
18. GHS Bass Boomers ·
    I definately would pick Rotos any time of the year, since these aren't any cheaper. These strings are at home while recording br...(more)
    Equipment: Strings · Posted: 6/4/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
19. Vapor Trails by Rush ·
    I am a big fan of "old" Rush and was pretty much sure Rush was dead when "Test for Echo" came out, realizing that the good stuff...(more)
    Recordings: Rock/Pop · Posted: 6/4/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)
    
20. Ampeg BA-115 ·
    I looked at everything SWR, GK, Hartke, Crate, Laney, Roland, Ashdown (too pricey...), other Ampegs, etc... If this amp was st...(more)
    Equipment: Amplifiers · Posted: 12/16/2002 by Jeff Renaud (4615)