My name is Michael Campaner and I am 36 years old and reside in Queens NYC, USA. I became interested in playing the bass guitar at the age of 14 after a brief stint with the 6 string guitar. I found the growling sound and Arpeggio "broken chord" style of the bass more appealing to me. I had formal training playing the contrabass in high school, right-handed, but played my electric bass left-handed. Interestingly, my teachers disallowed a left handed bowing style in the classroom as it would of caused collisions with my fellow musicians. This was amusing but allowed me to play the classical double bass as a righty and precision electric as my natural lefty. Something the members will find interesting.

Sadly, I became dis-interested in playing for some time after my mid-20's only to be inspired again and begin playing in my 30's. I now study with my original chidlhood electric bass teacher on a bi-weekly basis, expanding my theory, rhythm and slap technique.

I am currently a member of a 3 piece band called "Imaginary Monster". Our style of music is a fusion of funk-blues-rock with a sprinkle of reggae.

2007 Limited Edition Ernie Ball MM StingRay 4
1987 Fender Jazz MIJ with Badd Bass II Bridge and Seymour Duncan Bassline P/U's upgrade
1988 Aria Pro II - The Cat Bass
2009 Squier Vintage Jazz

GK Backline 600 Head
GK Goldline 410 Stack