SPECTOR® Club - Part 49

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Originally Posted by anton72

This one
Spector Kramer-era NS-2FL fretless!

Nice Anton! That's a beauty! I almost went for that one myself

[smadder]

Originally Posted by brotherbassj

Crazy though because when you put the older heavy B1500 next to the new super light B2000.....you will find better tone! This can be verified by Lee also......as well as other TB members! There's nothing wrong with the "Lead Sled" option with amps! Although I am interested to see how my new Aguilar TH500 sounds! Maybe ill do a amp review of the Th500 vs Mesa M6 vs TF550b......hmm. I will use my euro with DCs and 18 volt spector pre.

Yes!!! Not like you've got a ton of free time, but that would be awesome! Esp considering the TH will most likely outsell the other two and therefore be more available on the used market, it'd be great to see what you think of the differences... But I'd toss in your B1500 too dude. May be it isn't up there with the others in popularity, and definitely not price, but isn't that kind of the point? It would be awesome to hear what you thought of a shoot out of them and how they interpret the Spector tone.

[smadder]

Originally Posted by chrisloe

I just want to give a HUGE shout out to Lee.

He sent me his little GK MB200 to try out, I am blown away! Then he gave me a unbelievable deal so I can have an amp to use in the room after my transplant in the spring. Thanks Lee, you guys all rock so much here. I thought I was going to have to put out some dough I don't really have right now to get a little practice set up, then I found a little GK cab to go with it, my Mom is getting it for me for Christmas (every year since she stopped smoking 20 years ago, she puts the money she would have spent on cigarettes away and then splits it in half for my Sister and I, this will cover it.)

That little GK just rocks. I am very impressed by it. I am playing through my 8-10 right now, not sure it was designed for that big of cab, but man, it sounds so good!

Thanks again Lee!! You rock!

That's awesome Chris! Glad you're discovering the gk mb tone too. I wish I'd given gas a shot way before a few months ago.

And Lee, that's just cool man. And with your giant pancake tower of amps, you shouldn't miss it too much, right? I think you still have something that would cover small rooms gigs and 'shedding, but its been a while since I've seen that pic you've got...

[delucajohn2000]

Originally Posted by chrisloe

I just want to give a HUGE shout out to Lee.

He sent me his little GK MB200 to try out, I am blown away! Then he gave me a unbelievable deal so I can have an amp to use in the room after my transplant in the spring. Thanks Lee, you guys all rock so much here. I thought I was going to have to put out some dough I don't really have right now to get a little practice set up, then I found a little GK cab to go with it, my Mom is getting it for me for Christmas (every year since she stopped smoking 20 years ago, she puts the money she would have spent on cigarettes away and then splits it in half for my Sister and I, this will cover it.)

That little GK just rocks. I am very impressed by it. I am playing through my 8-10 right now, not sure it was designed for that big of cab, but man, it sounds so good!

Thanks again Lee!! You rock!

Yup! Lee totally rocks doesn't he?

Originally Posted by chrisloe

Just wondering, a bit ago someone was talking about how much they loved the Spector Nickle strings, who was that and why did you like them so much?

Originally Posted by Mr.Bassie720

Probably me Lee likes them as well. I'm a huge fan of how they make my Spectors sound and play. Hmm why do I like them? I like the tension that the mediums offer. A little tighter that other mediums that I have tried. They are very strong in the low mids and the high end response is not too harsh. They stay fresh for a decent amount of time. Before going with the Spector strings I was a Rotosound swing user, then went with Rotobass their nickel on steel strings. The Rotobass remind me the most of the Spector strings. I'll admit that nothing sounds like a fresh set of Rotosounds, but they only last one show The Spectors are worth a try. A lot easier on your frets and a very even, powerful tone. Also, if you like low action, set your bass up with Spector strings! Delicious. And made in the USA! I have been using them for the last few months and have really been enjoying them.

I love them also. I love the tension on them since they are tighter and the tone is amazing. Sam always tells me when I come over that he wishes he didn't have a nickel allergy since he would love to use them also. He even commented to me when Joe went over his house recently how much he loved the tone since he had them on his tangerine forte.

[LimaGuy]

Originally Posted by chrisloe

Just wondering, a bit ago someone was talking about how much they loved the Spector Nickle strings, who was that and why did you like them so much?

Originally Posted by Mr.Bassie720

Probably me Lee likes them as well. I'm a huge fan of how they make my Spectors sound and play. Hmm why do I like them? I like the tension that the mediums offer. A little tighter that other mediums that I have tried. They are very strong in the low mids and the high end response is not too harsh. They stay fresh for a decent amount of time. Before going with the Spector strings I was a Rotosound swing user, then went with Rotobass their nickel on steel strings. The Rotobass remind me the most of the Spector strings. I'll admit that nothing sounds like a fresh set of Rotosounds, but they only last one show The Spectors are worth a try. A lot easier on your frets and a very even, powerful tone. Also, if you like low action, set your bass up with Spector strings! Delicious. And made in the USA! I have been using them for the last few months and have really been enjoying them.

Originally Posted by delucajohn2000

Yup! Lee totally rocks doesn't he?
I love them also. I love the tension on them since they are tighter and the tone is amazing. Sam always tells me when I come over that he wishes he didn't have a nickel allergy since he would love to use them also. He even commented to me when Joe went over his house recently how much he loved the tone since he had them on his tangerine forte.

After I played the Tangerine Forte with the Spector Nickels, I was kinda depressed that I cant play nickels.
They really sounded amazing.

And remember with the Spector Nickels the E and B string are tapered to fit the Euro bridges.

And Lee is strictly using Spector Nickels now and he also had a bit of a string addiction like I did.
I know he went through 3-4 different brands recently before settling on the them.

Originally Posted by chrisloe

I just want to give a HUGE shout out to Lee.

He sent me his little GK MB200 to try out, I am blown away! Then he gave me a unbelievable deal so I can have an amp to use in the room after my transplant in the spring. Thanks Lee, you guys all rock so much here. I thought I was going to have to put out some dough I don't really have right now to get a little practice set up, then I found a little GK cab to go with it, my Mom is getting it for me for Christmas (every year since she stopped smoking 20 years ago, she puts the money she would have spent on cigarettes away and then splits it in half for my Sister and I, this will cover it.)

That little GK just rocks. I am very impressed by it. I am playing through my 8-10 right now, not sure it was designed for that big of cab, but man, it sounds so good!

Thanks again Lee!! You rock!

The GK MB200 is amazing for its price and size.

Originally Posted by delucajohn2000

Yup! Lee totally rocks doesn't he?

Lee totally rocks and he can save your life too.

Originally Posted by chrisloe

Okay, another quick question, will the euro knobs fit pots from an EMG preamp?

Chris, the answer to this is yes and no. Depends on the EMG Preamp Pots. I have seem them fit and then seen them not be wide enough.

[worshiprocker]

Sam don't you dare start talking up Spector nickels!! I'm happy with my dunlop steels. I actually think I would need to buy a 5 string set of spector strings and that is more $$ so maybe I'm in the clear

[LimaGuy]

Originally Posted by worshiprocker

Sam don't you dare start talking up Spector nickels!! I'm happy with my dunlop steels. I actually think I would need to buy a 5 string set of spector strings and that is more $$ so maybe I'm in the clear

haha

I am happy with my Dunlop Steels too.

The tension on the Spector Nickels will not be as good for you since you drop tune and Dunlop makes that Special XH Drop set.

[jon zee]

Hey Spector crew need your help I bought this bass 7years ago at GC not sure what model I have has EMG-HZ p/u made in Czech not sure of the year, ser. # N and then it looks like a B followed by a 4digit # can this help with model and year. Here's some pics Thanx for your help. Jon

[worshiprocker]

Originally Posted by jon zee

Hey Spector crew need your help I bought this bass 7years ago at GC not sure what model I have has EMG-HZ p/u made in Czech not sure of the year, ser. # N and then it looks like a B followed by a 4digit # can this help with model and year. Here's some pics Thanx for your help. Jon

That looks like a ReBop.... if you post the serial number (or send it to pj@spectorbass.com someone can help out with the year.

[PhatBasstard]

Originally Posted by jon zee

Hey Spector crew need your help I bought this bass 7years ago at GC not sure what model I have has EMG-HZ p/u made in Czech not sure of the year, ser. # N and then it looks like a B followed by a 4digit # can this help with model and year. Here's some pics Thanx for your help. Jon

That's a Rebop 5 DLX.
I used to own one identical to it.

[JeffplaysBass]

Originally Posted by chrisloe

I just want to give a HUGE shout out to Lee.

He sent me his little GK MB200 to try out, I am blown away! Then he gave me a unbelievable deal so I can have an amp to use in the room after my transplant in the spring. Thanks Lee, you guys all rock so much here. I thought I was going to have to put out some dough I don't really have right now to get a little practice set up, then I found a little GK cab to go with it, my Mom is getting it for me for Christmas (every year since she stopped smoking 20 years ago, she puts the money she would have spent on cigarettes away and then splits it in half for my Sister and I, this will cover it.)

That little GK just rocks. I am very impressed by it. I am playing through my 8-10 right now, not sure it was designed for that big of cab, but man, it sounds so good!

Thanks again Lee!! You rock!

Awesome, GK go good with Spectors!!

[JeffplaysBass]

Originally Posted by delucajohn2000

Yup! Lee totally rocks doesn't he?





I love them also. I love the tension on them since they are tighter and the tone is amazing. Sam always tells me when I come over that he wishes he didn't have a nickel allergy since he would love to use them also. He even commented to me when Joe went over his house recently how much he loved the tone since he had them on his tangerine forte.

+1 (Lee Rocks)!!..Lee is actually busy right now as we speak they are having their annual Fireman Calendar shout(for playgirl mag)!!...

[vin088xk1]

Thinking of trying the Spector nickles, what can I expect out of the light over the medium gauge, 15% off at bass strings online today,

[anton72]

Originally Posted by LimaGuy

haha

I am happy with my Dunlop Steels too.

The tension on the Spector Nickels will not be as good for you since you drop tune and Dunlop makes that Special XH Drop set.

Sam,

I need your advice on flats, have you ever tried them with Spectors? I'm not big fan of flats but I'm looking for some strings to strung my fretless with. The reason I'd try flats is that I don't want roundwounds to "eat" fretless fingerboard. I know that flats won't damage it as rounds. When I had my fretless Pedulla Buzz I strung it with La Bella black nylon tape wounds, but although the feel was perfect the tone was dull and actually, "flat" (maybe because of bass itself not strings?)... If there's any other options apart from flats that you would recommend for fretless?

[NOLA Bass]

I love the Sadowsky flats. They are not dull or lifeless at all.

[RichardCranium]

I've gone the opposite approach from the big rig I've scaled it down to a custom pedalboard and IEM's. I get a great tone still and setup time is 5 minutes. Hidden underneath is a Countryman DI.

[brotherbassj]

Originally Posted by smadder

Yes!!! Not like you've got a ton of free time, but that would be awesome! Esp considering the TH will most likely outsell the other two and therefore be more available on the used market, it'd be great to see what you think of the differences... But I'd toss in your B1500 too dude. May be it isn't up there with the others in popularity, and definitely not price, but isn't that kind of the point? It would be awesome to hear what you thought of a shoot out of them and how they interpret the Spector tone.

Steve,

So here's my thoughts. I would test 4 amps through one particular cabinet using a Spector Euro with DCs and the USA Spector 18 volt pre. I would prefer my Bergantino NV215. For fun I could also try a passive pbass, since I have no passive Spector.

Ideally that is what I would do. It involves going to storage and getting two road cases of equipment and bringing them back to my living room (wife isn't going to be happy) and taking the time of running them all through various tests.......volume......candle test.....etc. And then write notes based on my ears and what I hear. So setup time is going to take a while and I WILL do it............but it wont be tomorrow with my two fulltime jobs! LOL

So.......I will do this test/battle/amp head war over Christmas break which starts December 20th for me..........so expect something that week! Ok? I WANT to do this because I personally WANT to KNOW.......yippee!: hiding:

[anton72]

Originally Posted by NOLA Bass

I love the Sadowsky flats. They are not dull or lifeless at all.

Thanks! I'll consider them

[TK4261]

Originally Posted by anton72

Thanks! I'll consider them

I hear good things about TI flats also

[JeffplaysBass]

Originally Posted by brotherbassj

Steve,

So here's my thoughts. I would test 4 amps through one particular cabinet using a Spector Euro with DCs and the USA Spector 18 volt pre. I would prefer my Bergantino NV215. For fun I could also try a passive pbass, since I have no passive Spector.

Ideally that is what I would do. It involves going to storage and getting two road cases of equipment and bringing them back to my living room (wife isn't going to be happy) and taking the time of running them all through various tests.......volume......candle test.....etc. And then write notes based on my ears and what I hear. So setup time is going to take a while and I WILL do it............but it wont be tomorrow with my two fulltime jobs! LOL

So.......I will do this test/battle/amp head war over Christmas break which starts December 20th for me..........so expect something that week! Ok? I WANT to do this because I personally WANT to KNOW.......yippee!: hiding: