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Age Quote by Geddy Lee

“I'm always scouring the universe for great old instruments from the '50s and early '60s. That's really, for me, the golden age of basses, when they had just been invented within 10 years of that period and they had just started to come into their own, especially the old Fender jazz basses and old…” quote by Geddy Lee
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“I'm always scouring the universe for great old instruments from the '50s and early '60s. That's really, for me, the golden age of basses, when they had just been invented within 10 years of that period and they had just started to come into their own, especially the old Fender jazz basses and old Rickenbackers and Gibsons. I'm always on the lookout. It's fun.”

Geddy Lee

About This Quote

Source Interview: Musician interview, 2022, discussing vintage bass guitars

He values the early era of electric basses for their pioneering sound and craftsmanship, seeking out classic models for their unique tone and historical significance.

In simple terms: He loves hunting classic 1950s‑60s basses for their sound and history.

Key Takeaway

Seek out and cherish vintage instruments.

Themes

music history craftsmanship collecting

Mood

enthusiastic reflective

Type

inspirational educational

When to use this quote

  • band rehearsals
  • studio recording
  • personal collection
  • music education

Key Concepts

instrument evolution sound quality nostalgia

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a vintage bass irreplaceable?
  • How does history influence modern sound?
A Different Perspective

Vintage gear can be expensive and hard to maintain.

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