Three Times a Charm...

blen dem · #1 11-27-2010, 08:27 PM

Hello Roscoeheads and Happy Leftover Turkey day two

Like many, I have owned Roscoe's in the past. 2 LG3005's to be exact and while I regretfully sold my first one years ago the second one and I never really "connected"(It was DEFINITELY more me than the bass

)...Well, yesterday I pulled the trigger on #3 AKA "Black Friday Beauty" LOL at my semi-local shop and I'm pretty sure she will be around for a very long time... I've been noodling around with this beast for at least a year and I have had enough of that, time to bring her home! Specs and pics on link below... My main and only other bass is an FBass BN5 and this one not only offers a completely different set of tonal palettes it's ergonomic light weight body is a welcoming feature for my shoulder

Lastly, another big thanks to the Greensboro crew for making such beautiful amazing instruments!

http://www.gelbmusic.com/store/produ...roducts_id=305

mwbonsall · #2 11-27-2010, 09:04 PM

Excellent!

Mark

VroomVroom · #3 11-27-2010, 10:36 PM

Cracker! You went to Bass HQ without telling me? I'm bummed.

Congrats on a gorgeous instrument...right on! Now we're myrtle brothers too...awesome!

blen dem · #4 11-28-2010, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by VroomVroom

Cracker! You went to Bass HQ without telling me? I'm bummed.

Congrats on a gorgeous instrument...right on! Now we're myrtle brothers too...awesome!

My bad Jerry for the inconsiderate Operation Roscoe Solo Mission...I got caught up in the evil of Black Friday

You set the standard for the Myrtles my man, just glad to finally have one to call my own!

**nostatic** · #5 11-28-2010, 12:53 AM

Congrats on the myrtle. I've got one under construction:

JOME77 · #6 11-28-2010, 07:01 AM

Congratulations! That's a great looking bass! Very elegant looking.

Darkstrike · #7 11-28-2010, 07:34 AM

Congrats dude, she's a beauty!

**nostatic** · #8 11-28-2010, 02:05 PM

need a pic of it in the thread

**Bipslapper** · #9 11-28-2010, 04:02 PM

I gotta hunch, is Gelb Music the "Rocket Music" west of the Mississippi?

**nostatic** · #10 11-28-2010, 05:27 PM

Maybe, but they should shoot with a darker background so the instrument pops a bit more. Hard to shoot against white without things getting blown out.

VroomVroom · #11 11-28-2010, 06:16 PM

Heck, I'll root for the home team on both. Gelb is the real deal for bass players, and the fact that they so highly endorse the Roscoe brand speaks very highly of both companies. Definitely a lot of common ground between Rocket and Gelb. Regarding the pics, the bg probably wouldn't be my first choice, but it does give a very fair representation of each instrument. In that regard, I think erring on the side of, "harsh," is a good thing. IMO you get a great idea of the appearance, and the instruments look better in-person. No arguments like, "Hey - the pictures didn't show that. Plus, another advantage: setting the white balance to that specific bg prevents any color issues.

Anyway, back on-topic. Charlito Cracker....congratulations! I've often looked at and heard that bass, wondering why it hadn't yet found a home. I'm very glad to hear it's in your hands. Go myrtle!

LilRay · #12 11-28-2010, 06:37 PM

Congrats Brother!

Beauty of a Roscoe.

God Bless, Ray

blen dem · #13 11-28-2010, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by nostatic

Congrats on the myrtle. I've got one under construction:

WOWZER what a LOOKER! Played a round of golf today (We Californians are blessed or should I say cursed with year round golf weather lol) but all I could think about was getting back home to play this beauty. Thank you all for the kind words.... I've never been to Rocket but will echo all the great things Jerry mentioned about Gelb, truly an awesome joint!

red_rhino · #14 11-29-2010, 08:32 PM

I can't resist a "me too" on this. First time Roscoe purchase for me, also from Gelb. Never been a big Roscoe fan before, but the tone of this thing just crushes. In fact, it seemed like every Roscoe they had in stock was a great player, but each with it's own distinct personality.

http://www.gelbmusic.com/store/produ...d51aae52d1d094

I've been lurking in this forum ever since I put it on layaway a couple of weeks ago.

I can't say enough good things about Gelb. I've bought a lot of gear from them over the years and they've always been great to work with.

-Alan

blen dem · #15 11-29-2010, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by red_rhino

I can't resist a "me too" on this. First time Roscoe purchase for me, also from Gelb. Never been a big Roscoe fan before, but the tone of this thing just crushes. In fact, it seemed like every Roscoe they had in stock was a great player, but each with it's own distinct personality.

http://www.gelbmusic.com/store/produ...d51aae52d1d094

I've been lurking in this forum ever since I put it on layaway a couple of weeks ago.

I can't say enough good things about Gelb. I've bought a lot of gear from them over the years and they've always been great to work with.

-Alan

Congrats Alan, your SKB looks like it will deliver nothing short of pure earthshaking thundering tone! Got rehearsal on Wed and can't wait to let the Myrtle loose

JOME77 · #16 11-30-2010, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by red_rhino

I can't resist a "me too" on this. First time Roscoe purchase for me, also from Gelb. Never been a big Roscoe fan before, but the tone of this thing just crushes. In fact, it seemed like every Roscoe they had in stock was a great player, but each with it's own distinct personality.

http://www.gelbmusic.com/store/produ...d51aae52d1d094

I've been lurking in this forum ever since I put it on layaway a couple of weeks ago.

I can't say enough good things about Gelb. I've bought a lot of gear from them over the years and they've always been great to work with.

-Alan

Very nice Alan! That's got a great looking top too!

Welcome to the world of Roscoe's! They are indeed very consistant playing and sounding basses.

Gard · #17 11-30-2010, 07:54 AM

...guys, thanks for joining the family!

Alan, I remember that one, it's a killer, and Charlito, I'm very happy to hear you have found "the one"!

VroomVroom · #18 11-30-2010, 08:29 AM

Alan....congratulations! That, indeed, is an incredibly special bass - congratulations!

Big Mother · #19 11-30-2010, 08:56 AM

Go Myrtle!

blen dem · #20 11-30-2010, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Gard

...guys, thanks for joining the family!

Alan, I remember that one, it's a killer, and Charlito, I'm very happy to hear you have found "the one"!

Thanks Gard and yep, Ed HAS been busy! Shoulda seen him on Black Friday...Gelb was on fire and you will be glad to know that there we're at least two other fellas thumpin on a Roscoe!