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The instrument has a Retro electronics layout, yet it is a recently purchased Bass, just a bit more than a year ago.
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The instrument has a Retro electronics layout, yet it is a recently purchased Bass, just a bit more than a year ago.
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The instrument has a Retro electronics layout, yet it is a recently purchased Bass, just a bit more than a year ago.
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The instrument has a Retro electronics layout, yet it is a recently purchased Bass, just a bit more than a year ago.
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The instrument has a Retro electronics layout, yet it is a recently purchased Bass, just a bit more than a year ago.
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fedex failed again so, I had to take a day off from work and go pick up this #Fberma #shortscale #electricguitar #viola / #violin. It shipped in a hardshell case which I strapped to the rack of my #bicycle.
On the way back, just a mile or two from where I live, I squeezed passed a long line of cars waiting at a light near a school where kids crossed that had a #police crossing guard. I accidentally rubbed the case against some guy' circa 2005-2010 (?) white car. Poor him might have a little scuff to buff out! 😭😭😭 My case is fine, BTW.
This #normie #jock gets out, runs down the block, across the street, pulls me off the #bike and punches me.
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fedex failed again so, I had to take a day off from work and go pick up this #Fberma #shortscale #electricguitar #viola / #violin. It shipped in a hardshell case which I strapped to the rack of my #bicycle.
On the way back, just a mile or two from where I live, I squeezed passed a long line of cars waiting at a light near a school where kids crossed that had a #police crossing guard. I accidentally rubbed the case against some guy' circa 2005-2010 (?) white car. Poor him might have a little scuff to buff out! 😭😭😭 My case is fine, BTW.
This #normie #jock gets out, runs down the block, across the street, pulls me off the #bike and punches me.
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fedex failed again so, I had to take a day off from work and go pick up this #Fberma #shortscale #electricguitar #viola / #violin. It shipped in a hardshell case which I strapped to the rack of my #bicycle.
On the way back, just a mile or two from where I live, I squeezed passed a long line of cars waiting at a light near a school where kids crossed that had a #police crossing guard. I accidentally rubbed the case against some guy' circa 2005-2010 (?) white car. Poor him might have a little scuff to buff out! 😭😭😭 My case is fine, BTW.
This #normie #jock gets out, runs down the block, across the street, pulls me off the #bike and punches me.
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fedex failed again so, I had to take a day off from work and go pick up this #Fberma #shortscale #electricguitar #viola / #violin. It shipped in a hardshell case which I strapped to the rack of my #bicycle.
On the way back, just a mile or two from where I live, I squeezed passed a long line of cars waiting at a light near a school where kids crossed that had a #police crossing guard. I accidentally rubbed the case against some guy' circa 2005-2010 (?) white car. Poor him might have a little scuff to buff out! 😭😭😭 My case is fine, BTW.
This #normie #jock gets out, runs down the block, across the street, pulls me off the #bike and punches me.
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fedex failed again so, I had to take a day off from work and go pick up this #Fberma #shortscale #electricguitar #viola / #violin. It shipped in a hardshell case which I strapped to the rack of my #bicycle.
On the way back, just a mile or two from where I live, I squeezed passed a long line of cars waiting at a light near a school where kids crossed that had a #police crossing guard. I accidentally rubbed the case against some guy' circa 2005-2010 (?) white car. Poor him might have a little scuff to buff out! 😭😭😭 My case is fine, BTW.
This #normie #jock gets out, runs down the block, across the street, pulls me off the #bike and punches me.
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This is the ugly soldering work done in my Bass guitar by Ibanez
My D string plays about 3 deciBels softer than my other strings, which is why I open the back of the Bass up to see what is wrong. I shall inspect the pickup elements at another point in time -
This is the ugly soldering work done in my Bass guitar by Ibanez
My D string plays about 3 deciBels softer than my other strings, which is why I open the back of the Bass up to see what is wrong. I shall inspect the pickup elements at another point in time -
This is the ugly soldering work done in my Bass guitar by Ibanez
My D string plays about 3 deciBels softer than my other strings, which is why I open the back of the Bass up to see what is wrong. I shall inspect the pickup elements at another point in time -
This is the ugly soldering work done in my Bass guitar by Ibanez
My D string plays about 3 deciBels softer than my other strings, which is why I open the back of the Bass up to see what is wrong. I shall inspect the pickup elements at another point in time -
This is the ugly soldering work done in my Bass guitar by Ibanez
My D string plays about 3 deciBels softer than my other strings, which is why I open the back of the Bass up to see what is wrong. I shall inspect the pickup elements at another point in time -
Woo! All my custom string sets from #DRstrings finally came in. Along with the tapewounds from #LaBella. Maybe tonight I'll throw them on.
Also, bought a Greco GS940 #semihollow #shortscale #bass that I'm going to convert into a #fretless #cello. That'll arrive in a few weeks.
Another #electricBass will be on it's way soon. Details to follow. 😜
Oh. I decided on a whim to buy a new used #Behringer graphicEQ and #DBX compressor+limiter+noise gate. I feel like I stole them they were so cheap but, I know they were sitting around for a long time.
Traded in a hard case that came w/ my #Ibanez bass.
It's certainly been a #NGD #newGearDay !
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Woo! All my custom string sets from #DRstrings finally came in. Along with the tapewounds from #LaBella. Maybe tonight I'll throw them on.
Also, bought a Greco GS940 #semihollow #shortscale #bass that I'm going to convert into a #fretless #cello. That'll arrive in a few weeks.
Another #electricBass will be on it's way soon. Details to follow. 😜
Oh. I decided on a whim to buy a new used #Behringer graphicEQ and #DBX compressor+limiter+noise gate. I feel like I stole them they were so cheap but, I know they were sitting around for a long time.
Traded in a hard case that came w/ my #Ibanez bass.
It's certainly been a #NGD #newGearDay !
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Woo! All my custom string sets from #DRstrings finally came in. Along with the tapewounds from #LaBella. Maybe tonight I'll throw them on.
Also, bought a Greco GS940 #semihollow #shortscale #bass that I'm going to convert into a #fretless #cello. That'll arrive in a few weeks.
Another #electricBass will be on it's way soon. Details to follow. 😜
Oh. I decided on a whim to buy a new used #Behringer graphicEQ and #DBX compressor+limiter+noise gate. I feel like I stole them they were so cheap but, I know they were sitting around for a long time.
Traded in a hard case that came w/ my #Ibanez bass.
It's certainly been a #NGD #newGearDay !
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Woo! All my custom string sets from #DRstrings finally came in. Along with the tapewounds from #LaBella. Maybe tonight I'll throw them on.
Also, bought a Greco GS940 #semihollow #shortscale #bass that I'm going to convert into a #fretless #cello. That'll arrive in a few weeks.
Another #electricBass will be on it's way soon. Details to follow. 😜
Oh. I decided on a whim to buy a new used #Behringer graphicEQ and #DBX compressor+limiter+noise gate. I feel like I stole them they were so cheap but, I know they were sitting around for a long time.
Traded in a hard case that came w/ my #Ibanez bass.
It's certainly been a #NGD #newGearDay !
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Woo! All my custom string sets from #DRstrings finally came in. Along with the tapewounds from #LaBella. Maybe tonight I'll throw them on.
Also, bought a Greco GS940 #semihollow #shortscale #bass that I'm going to convert into a #fretless #cello. That'll arrive in a few weeks.
Another #electricBass will be on it's way soon. Details to follow. 😜
Oh. I decided on a whim to buy a new used #Behringer graphicEQ and #DBX compressor+limiter+noise gate. I feel like I stole them they were so cheap but, I know they were sitting around for a long time.
Traded in a hard case that came w/ my #Ibanez bass.
It's certainly been a #NGD #newGearDay !
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Bass Guitar Amplifier Adjustment
Adjusting a bass guitar amplifier involves setting the EQ (equalization) and other controls to get the best tone for your style, venue, and preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dialing in your bass amp settings:
1. Set Initial Controls
Gain: Start with the gain at a low level. Increase it gradually until you hear distortion, then back off until the sound is clean. If you prefer a grittier tone, leave the gain slightly higher.
Volume: Set the volume to a comfortable level. Adjust it based on your playing environment, such as practicing alone or playing with a band.
2. Adjust EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Bass: Controls the low-end frequencies. Increasing the bass can add warmth and depth. For a more defined sound, avoid cranking the bass too high, as it can make the sound muddy.
Mids: Mids are essential for a clear and punchy tone, especially in a mix. Higher mids add clarity and presence; reducing them can create a scooped sound often used in slap bass.
Treble: Controls the high-end frequencies. Increase it for more clarity and definition, or roll it back for a warmer sound.
3. Use Shape/Contour Controls (if available)
Many bass amps have a "shape" or "contour" control that adjusts the mids for different tones. Experiment to see how these affect your sound, especially if you want a quick, scooped tone.
4. Experiment with Extra Features
Compression: Some amps have a built-in compressor, which smooths out your dynamics and adds sustain. Start low, increasing only until it’s just noticeable.
Drive or Overdrive: If you like a more aggressive, gritty tone, use the drive/overdrive knob to add subtle distortion.
5. Room Acoustics
Adjusting your EQ based on the room’s acoustics is important, especially for live gigs. Rooms with a lot of bass resonance may require turning down the low-end or cutting certain frequencies.
6. Test and Fine-Tune
Play different styles and techniques, like slap, fingerstyle, and pick, to see how your tone holds up.#Music #Audio #Bass #ShortScale #Behringer #Guitar #SoundEngineering #Joyo #Pedal
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Bass Guitar Amplifier Adjustment
Adjusting a bass guitar amplifier involves setting the EQ (equalization) and other controls to get the best tone for your style, venue, and preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dialing in your bass amp settings:
1. Set Initial Controls
Gain: Start with the gain at a low level. Increase it gradually until you hear distortion, then back off until the sound is clean. If you prefer a grittier tone, leave the gain slightly higher.
Volume: Set the volume to a comfortable level. Adjust it based on your playing environment, such as practicing alone or playing with a band.
2. Adjust EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Bass: Controls the low-end frequencies. Increasing the bass can add warmth and depth. For a more defined sound, avoid cranking the bass too high, as it can make the sound muddy.
Mids: Mids are essential for a clear and punchy tone, especially in a mix. Higher mids add clarity and presence; reducing them can create a scooped sound often used in slap bass.
Treble: Controls the high-end frequencies. Increase it for more clarity and definition, or roll it back for a warmer sound.
3. Use Shape/Contour Controls (if available)
Many bass amps have a "shape" or "contour" control that adjusts the mids for different tones. Experiment to see how these affect your sound, especially if you want a quick, scooped tone.
4. Experiment with Extra Features
Compression: Some amps have a built-in compressor, which smooths out your dynamics and adds sustain. Start low, increasing only until it’s just noticeable.
Drive or Overdrive: If you like a more aggressive, gritty tone, use the drive/overdrive knob to add subtle distortion.
5. Room Acoustics
Adjusting your EQ based on the room’s acoustics is important, especially for live gigs. Rooms with a lot of bass resonance may require turning down the low-end or cutting certain frequencies.
6. Test and Fine-Tune
Play different styles and techniques, like slap, fingerstyle, and pick, to see how your tone holds up.#Music #Audio #Bass #ShortScale #Behringer #Guitar #SoundEngineering #Joyo #Pedal
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Bass Guitar Amplifier Adjustment
Adjusting a bass guitar amplifier involves setting the EQ (equalization) and other controls to get the best tone for your style, venue, and preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dialing in your bass amp settings:
1. Set Initial Controls
Gain: Start with the gain at a low level. Increase it gradually until you hear distortion, then back off until the sound is clean. If you prefer a grittier tone, leave the gain slightly higher.
Volume: Set the volume to a comfortable level. Adjust it based on your playing environment, such as practicing alone or playing with a band.
2. Adjust EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Bass: Controls the low-end frequencies. Increasing the bass can add warmth and depth. For a more defined sound, avoid cranking the bass too high, as it can make the sound muddy.
Mids: Mids are essential for a clear and punchy tone, especially in a mix. Higher mids add clarity and presence; reducing them can create a scooped sound often used in slap bass.
Treble: Controls the high-end frequencies. Increase it for more clarity and definition, or roll it back for a warmer sound.
3. Use Shape/Contour Controls (if available)
Many bass amps have a "shape" or "contour" control that adjusts the mids for different tones. Experiment to see how these affect your sound, especially if you want a quick, scooped tone.
4. Experiment with Extra Features
Compression: Some amps have a built-in compressor, which smooths out your dynamics and adds sustain. Start low, increasing only until it’s just noticeable.
Drive or Overdrive: If you like a more aggressive, gritty tone, use the drive/overdrive knob to add subtle distortion.
5. Room Acoustics
Adjusting your EQ based on the room’s acoustics is important, especially for live gigs. Rooms with a lot of bass resonance may require turning down the low-end or cutting certain frequencies.
6. Test and Fine-Tune
Play different styles and techniques, like slap, fingerstyle, and pick, to see how your tone holds up.#Music #Audio #Bass #ShortScale #Behringer #Guitar #SoundEngineering #Joyo #Pedal
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Bass Guitar Amplifier Adjustment
Adjusting a bass guitar amplifier involves setting the EQ (equalization) and other controls to get the best tone for your style, venue, and preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dialing in your bass amp settings:
1. Set Initial Controls
Gain: Start with the gain at a low level. Increase it gradually until you hear distortion, then back off until the sound is clean. If you prefer a grittier tone, leave the gain slightly higher.
Volume: Set the volume to a comfortable level. Adjust it based on your playing environment, such as practicing alone or playing with a band.
2. Adjust EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Bass: Controls the low-end frequencies. Increasing the bass can add warmth and depth. For a more defined sound, avoid cranking the bass too high, as it can make the sound muddy.
Mids: Mids are essential for a clear and punchy tone, especially in a mix. Higher mids add clarity and presence; reducing them can create a scooped sound often used in slap bass.
Treble: Controls the high-end frequencies. Increase it for more clarity and definition, or roll it back for a warmer sound.
3. Use Shape/Contour Controls (if available)
Many bass amps have a "shape" or "contour" control that adjusts the mids for different tones. Experiment to see how these affect your sound, especially if you want a quick, scooped tone.
4. Experiment with Extra Features
Compression: Some amps have a built-in compressor, which smooths out your dynamics and adds sustain. Start low, increasing only until it’s just noticeable.
Drive or Overdrive: If you like a more aggressive, gritty tone, use the drive/overdrive knob to add subtle distortion.
5. Room Acoustics
Adjusting your EQ based on the room’s acoustics is important, especially for live gigs. Rooms with a lot of bass resonance may require turning down the low-end or cutting certain frequencies.
6. Test and Fine-Tune
Play different styles and techniques, like slap, fingerstyle, and pick, to see how your tone holds up.#Music #Audio #Bass #ShortScale #Behringer #Guitar #SoundEngineering #Joyo #Pedal
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Bass Guitar Amplifier Adjustment
Adjusting a bass guitar amplifier involves setting the EQ (equalization) and other controls to get the best tone for your style, venue, and preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dialing in your bass amp settings:
1. Set Initial Controls
Gain: Start with the gain at a low level. Increase it gradually until you hear distortion, then back off until the sound is clean. If you prefer a grittier tone, leave the gain slightly higher.
Volume: Set the volume to a comfortable level. Adjust it based on your playing environment, such as practicing alone or playing with a band.
2. Adjust EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
Bass: Controls the low-end frequencies. Increasing the bass can add warmth and depth. For a more defined sound, avoid cranking the bass too high, as it can make the sound muddy.
Mids: Mids are essential for a clear and punchy tone, especially in a mix. Higher mids add clarity and presence; reducing them can create a scooped sound often used in slap bass.
Treble: Controls the high-end frequencies. Increase it for more clarity and definition, or roll it back for a warmer sound.
3. Use Shape/Contour Controls (if available)
Many bass amps have a "shape" or "contour" control that adjusts the mids for different tones. Experiment to see how these affect your sound, especially if you want a quick, scooped tone.
4. Experiment with Extra Features
Compression: Some amps have a built-in compressor, which smooths out your dynamics and adds sustain. Start low, increasing only until it’s just noticeable.
Drive or Overdrive: If you like a more aggressive, gritty tone, use the drive/overdrive knob to add subtle distortion.
5. Room Acoustics
Adjusting your EQ based on the room’s acoustics is important, especially for live gigs. Rooms with a lot of bass resonance may require turning down the low-end or cutting certain frequencies.
6. Test and Fine-Tune
Play different styles and techniques, like slap, fingerstyle, and pick, to see how your tone holds up.#Music #Audio #Bass #ShortScale #Behringer #Guitar #SoundEngineering #Joyo #Pedal
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Still kinda sad I found an interesting Ibanez 2030 short scale #bass locally for cheap but the person never replied to my message (even sent shortly after posting) and then yanked listing.
It kind of matched all my requirements - short scale since I want to see if that helps with my back and hands, it's definitely something different than the normal and it was quite cheap. I have a number of other oddball basses so it would have been right at home with some early 80s #matsumoku basses and a late 90s #ibanez #sr800
Ah well, I guess I'll just have to be patient and see what else floats around the local markets. Sometimes interesting things do show up.
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Still kinda sad I found an interesting Ibanez 2030 short scale #bass locally for cheap but the person never replied to my message (even sent shortly after posting) and then yanked listing.
It kind of matched all my requirements - short scale since I want to see if that helps with my back and hands, it's definitely something different than the normal and it was quite cheap. I have a number of other oddball basses so it would have been right at home with some early 80s #matsumoku basses and a late 90s #ibanez #sr800
Ah well, I guess I'll just have to be patient and see what else floats around the local markets. Sometimes interesting things do show up.
#shortscalebass #shortscale -
Still kinda sad I found an interesting Ibanez 2030 short scale #bass locally for cheap but the person never replied to my message (even sent shortly after posting) and then yanked listing.
It kind of matched all my requirements - short scale since I want to see if that helps with my back and hands, it's definitely something different than the normal and it was quite cheap. I have a number of other oddball basses so it would have been right at home with some early 80s #matsumoku basses and a late 90s #ibanez #sr800
Ah well, I guess I'll just have to be patient and see what else floats around the local markets. Sometimes interesting things do show up.
#shortscalebass #shortscale -
Still kinda sad I found an interesting Ibanez 2030 short scale #bass locally for cheap but the person never replied to my message (even sent shortly after posting) and then yanked listing.
It kind of matched all my requirements - short scale since I want to see if that helps with my back and hands, it's definitely something different than the normal and it was quite cheap. I have a number of other oddball basses so it would have been right at home with some early 80s #matsumoku basses and a late 90s #ibanez #sr800
Ah well, I guess I'll just have to be patient and see what else floats around the local markets. Sometimes interesting things do show up.
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I'm debating turning my #GLguitars Fallout #shortscale #bassguitar into a #PiccoloBass. Tuned as:
B1 - .024
E2 - .036
A2 - .046
D3 - .060
G3 - .080The tension would likely be closer to that of a longscale but, it'd still be one octave up with thinner strings. With #DRstrings, Neons, the bottom two would be roundcore bass while the rest hexcore guitar strings.
With a #Kahler *vibrato* bridge / whammy bar, it'd certainly be a unique, odd in-between instrument.
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@worthuelse @gigabecquerel my son never learned milliard in his British school, it’s been out of use since 1974 according to this article:
https://blog.harwardcommunications.com/2013/05/21/the-difference-between-milliard-and-billion/
Thankfully we were away of this difference in naming the numbers when we moved to Germany when he was 12.
#NamingBigNumbers #LongScale #ShortScale #Milliard -
@worthuelse @gigabecquerel my son never learned milliard in his British school, it’s been out of use since 1974 according to this article:
https://blog.harwardcommunications.com/2013/05/21/the-difference-between-milliard-and-billion/
Thankfully we were away of this difference in naming the numbers when we moved to Germany when he was 12.
#NamingBigNumbers #LongScale #ShortScale #Milliard -
@worthuelse @gigabecquerel my son never learned milliard in his British school, it’s been out of use since 1974 according to this article:
https://blog.harwardcommunications.com/2013/05/21/the-difference-between-milliard-and-billion/
Thankfully we were away of this difference in naming the numbers when we moved to Germany when he was 12.
#NamingBigNumbers #LongScale #ShortScale #Milliard -
new video! Messing around with the rather brilliant Nordstrand Acinonyx shortscale bass.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AocrVlhSpsw
#bass #looping #stevelawson #nordstrand #shortscale #catbass #music #youtube
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new video! Messing around with the rather brilliant Nordstrand Acinonyx shortscale bass.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AocrVlhSpsw
#bass #looping #stevelawson #nordstrand #shortscale #catbass #music #youtube
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new video! Messing around with the rather brilliant Nordstrand Acinonyx shortscale bass.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AocrVlhSpsw
#bass #looping #stevelawson #nordstrand #shortscale #catbass #music #youtube
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new video! Messing around with the rather brilliant Nordstrand Acinonyx shortscale bass.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AocrVlhSpsw
#bass #looping #stevelawson #nordstrand #shortscale #catbass #music #youtube
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new video! Messing around with the rather brilliant Nordstrand Acinonyx shortscale bass.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AocrVlhSpsw
#bass #looping #stevelawson #nordstrand #shortscale #catbass #music #youtube
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British maths is (are?) different from US math in regard to such numbers, as are Spanish numbers. In Spanish, we say the equivalent of "thousand million" where it would be "billion" in the US.
In Spanish, "un billón" would be what we would call "a trillion". The difference is in how we distinguish the "levels" of -illions. This is the difference between the "long scale" and the "short scale" for numbers greater than 1,000,000. In the US, we use the "short scale".
In the US, I think most of us picture it like this: million, then billion, then trillion, etc., all follow each other in a sequence, with each having three more zeros then the previous one.
In many other countries, million is followed by thousand million, and THEN billion, then thousand billion, THEN trillion, etc. In other words, "un billón" is "a million millions", if that makes sense.
It's super interesting (to me) to note this kind of funky cultural micro-difference that is so easily overlooked until one day it hits you in the face.
Also, for the levels between the -illions in communities that use the "long scale", they often name the thousand-million type numbers using the same root, but different endings, with -illiard instead of -illion. So, million, then milliard, billion, then billiard, trillion, then trilliard, etc., if you didn't want to say "thousand million" and such.
And no... I just looked it up, and I'm sorry to say: this is NOT where the name for the game "billiards" comes from! :ablobcatmaracasevil:
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_and_short_scales#Current_usage
https://www.etymonline.com/search?q=billiards#SpanishTeacherFacts #DeNada #LongScale #ShortScale #MathsNotGross
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British maths is (are?) different from US math in regard to such numbers, as are Spanish numbers. In Spanish, we say the equivalent of "thousand million" where it would be "billion" in the US.
In Spanish, "un billón" would be what we would call "a trillion". The difference is in how we distinguish the "levels" of -illions. This is the difference between the "long scale" and the "short scale" for numbers greater than 1,000,000. In the US, we use the "short scale".
In the US, I think most of us picture it like this: million, then billion, then trillion, etc., all follow each other in a sequence, with each having three more zeros then the previous one.
In many other countries, million is followed by thousand million, and THEN billion, then thousand billion, THEN trillion, etc. In other words, "un billón" is "a million millions", if that makes sense.
It's super interesting (to me) to note this kind of funky cultural micro-difference that is so easily overlooked until one day it hits you in the face.
Also, for the levels between the -illions in communities that use the "long scale", they often name the thousand-million type numbers using the same root, but different endings, with -illiard instead of -illion. So, million, then milliard, billion, then billiard, trillion, then trilliard, etc., if you didn't want to say "thousand million" and such.
And no... I just looked it up, and I'm sorry to say: this is NOT where the name for the game "billiards" comes from! :ablobcatmaracasevil:
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_and_short_scales#Current_usage
https://www.etymonline.com/search?q=billiards#SpanishTeacherFacts #DeNada #LongScale #ShortScale #MathsNotGross
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British maths is (are?) different from US math in regard to such numbers, as are Spanish numbers. In Spanish, we say the equivalent of "thousand million" where it would be "billion" in the US.
In Spanish, "un billón" would be what we would call "a trillion". The difference is in how we distinguish the "levels" of -illions. This is the difference between the "long scale" and the "short scale" for numbers greater than 1,000,000. In the US, we use the "short scale".
In the US, I think most of us picture it like this: million, then billion, then trillion, etc., all follow each other in a sequence, with each having three more zeros then the previous one.
In many other countries, million is followed by thousand million, and THEN billion, then thousand billion, THEN trillion, etc. In other words, "un billón" is "a million millions", if that makes sense.
It's super interesting (to me) to note this kind of funky cultural micro-difference that is so easily overlooked until one day it hits you in the face.
Also, for the levels between the -illions in communities that use the "long scale", they often name the thousand-million type numbers using the same root, but different endings, with -illiard instead of -illion. So, million, then milliard, billion, then billiard, trillion, then trilliard, etc., if you didn't want to say "thousand million" and such.
And no... I just looked it up, and I'm sorry to say: this is NOT where the name for the game "billiards" comes from! :ablobcatmaracasevil:
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_and_short_scales#Current_usage
https://www.etymonline.com/search?q=billiards#SpanishTeacherFacts #DeNada #LongScale #ShortScale #MathsNotGross
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This Laguna #shortscale #guitar is the one I used on FDF's 6th album, Wake Up! which you can find here: https://fdf-music.bandcamp.com/album/wake-up