SPECTOR® Club - Part 51 - Page 19

iceboxbass · #**361** 12-20-2012, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by worshiprocker

Love me some Relient K... The first time I saw them was an awesome show. Relient K then Switchfoot then Third Day.... before relient K or Switchfoot were big, it was great

+1 to all 3!

I was just playing a Reliant K song,"Between you and Me", yesterday! Third Day is at the top of my list of CCM bands

iceboxbass · #**362** 12-20-2012, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Adam Wright

Just picked up the orange metallic Coda from the TB classifieds.The build quality and tone is easily as nice as any of the other highly touted boutique jazzes. It's my first Spector, makes me think I need to check out more.

Congrats and welcome!

tomydacat · #**363** 12-20-2012, 12:22 PM

I agree with Icebox and Worship about those CCM artists.. out of curiosity any CCM artist playing Spectors ?? I also for CCm like Plankeye ,Flatfoot 56 , Skillet... just a few anyway..

Zitch · #**364** 12-20-2012, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ebradfordrich

Great basses and good guys, here. That's why I'm here. And when (because I'm optimistic) the Spector US 9v pre's start to turn up again, I'll be taking a road trip down to the Isle of Staten to have an audience with the Godfather himself and his epic soldering skills.

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Originally Posted by Clearwave

I'm sure those guys will work it out and they'll do it in private. We're not gonna hear about it again until they have worked it out. Thats the beauty of this club, and I feel great about that.

Sam is the Spector Pimp with special powers. He has contacted me out of the blue more than once regarding basses I was seriously considering. Not similar basses, the ACTUAL bass, the one with THAT serial number. His long distance mind reading of a guy he doesn't really know is kinda creepy.

Sam is the Spector Godfather with special powers. When I bought my first Spector and joined this club over a year ago, It was Sam that set the tone for this club. Somehow, with a post every once and while, he pours positive vibes into a small corner of the web. That's a big deal. The world is a negative place. I drop my kids off to their little elementary school and there is a armed police officer there (to make parents feel better). Everything on Facebook, Twitter is hurtful and insulting because thats where people can express who they are. I try to think what Sam would say and I try to say that. On a good day, I'm 30% as positive as Sam.

I'm not leaving. Its over and those guys will work it out. Even on the worst day, this club is the best spot on the web.

Now I'm gonna play a well made Spector bass, send positive Spector vibes to Chris, then get to work.

I agree, hopefully Donnie and Lee come back, Lee's been MIA for a bit now.

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Originally Posted by madbassplaya

Haz just has a ring to it that US9V doesn't have. I'm all about giving the man his due, I just wish the new name would have some catchiness to it.

Oh well... lol

how about the SPAZ circuit

ynot12 · #**365** 12-20-2012, 03:06 PM

Haha, SPAZ Circuit has a nice ring to it!

cjmodulus · #**366** 12-20-2012, 04:33 PM

Just did another noodling session on the euro4lx. I can't get over how great this thing sounds!
https://soundcloud.com/slapadabass69...d-clip/s-Icj1u

j.kernodle · #**367** 12-20-2012, 04:54 PM

do you think that when Santa clause plays bass he turns the presents knob on his amp to 11?

LimaGuy · #**368** 12-20-2012, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by GBassNorth

Hey! We're talkin SPECTORS again! The Godfather has spoken... Count me IN!

PS - There's a lot of "stand up" guys on this thread and a lot of compassion for not only all things Spector but also all Spector players. God bless all and saying a prayer and sending positive vibes for all those in need this holiday season.

PSS - It's my birthday today, my wife made me very happy with consent to buy a Spectorcore once I find one I like. You guys made me equally happy with all the love and brotherhood on this site. Keep it up!

Happy Birthday and check your PM.

I sent you a few Spectorcore leads.

JeffplaysBass · #**369** 12-20-2012, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by LimaGuy

Happy Birthday and check your PM.

I sent you a few Spectorcore leads.

That is the best Rose I have ever seen!!!...

iceboxbass · #**370** 12-20-2012, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Baird6869

Here's a question for fellow Spector Owners....

Just curious, what other basses do you gig/jam with along with your Spector and why? Note: "a second Spector" is a given for most of you, so lets keep to non Spector alternatives.

Lately, I am digging doing gigs with my Spector Forte 5 (usually sets 1 and 3) and My MTD 535 for set 2. Fairly different tonal ranges on these basses and I use the Spector for harder tunes and (maybe) surprisingly, for oldies and Eagles-type stuff. The dual H Spector can really nail a Precision if EQed right.

My Coda 5 DLX is my main bass...my backup bass is a newly acquired MIM Fender Precision Matt Freeman Sig. 4 string.

ynot12 · #**371** 12-20-2012, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by cjmodulus

Just did another noodling session on the euro4lx. I can't get over how great this thing sounds!
https://soundcloud.com/slapadabass69...d-clip/s-Icj1u

That does sound great.... is that a Tone Pump pre?

JeffplaysBass · #**372** 12-20-2012, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by cjmodulus

Just did another noodling session on the euro4lx. I can't get over how great this thing sounds!
https://soundcloud.com/slapadabass69...d-clip/s-Icj1u

Sounds Excellent!

iceboxbass · #**373** 12-20-2012, 07:00 PM

Took a drive to GC today with my Coda 5 in hand, to test out some thunder making cabinets.

First time I've actually got to play thru an Ampeg 4 Pro! I first played thru an Ampeg 610 Classic, not bad, it brings on the thunder really good, but, not like the next cab that I plugged into, Ampeg 410 Classic. After messing around and dialing the EQ, the Coda started pealing the face skin off all that dared to walk by!

lol Truthfully! I've not played a jazz bass that sounds this awesome as the Coda!

The salesman insisted that I try the Mini Markbass 8". Blah!!! Weak! It couldn't handle the frequencies the B string was throwing at it.

Some of the B string notes barely registered. I tried a big TC Electronic 15" combo 500W, not for me, not enough bottom end for my liking. Salesman said most customers have the same reaction. Lastly I wanted to find a lightweight portable combo bass rig that would hold up to the B string on my Coda 5, "Big Blue". I sighted an Acoustic B20 with a clearance sign of $99.00, hmmm. I plugged into it and laid Big blues best heavy, mid and high frequencies into it. The 12" speaker took it like a champ! No popping, burping, crackling and any other nasty noises that don't belong out of a cab. So I checked out with a new bass practice rig and a new found love for the Coda 5 DLX. You would not believe how many people that stopped by while I was playing to ask me," What make of Bass is that"! "Wow"! "That sounds amazing"! "That is one gorgeous bass"! "Whoa! Look at that color"! A young girl walking by with her mom said,"mommy, that bass is pretty"! Lol What a fun Spector day it has been. As I was getting ready to leave the salesman, a bass player himself, invited me to come back even if its just to jam.

cjmodulus · #**374** 12-20-2012, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ynot12

That does sound great.... is that a Tone Pump pre?

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Originally Posted by JeffplaysBass

Sounds Excellent!

Thanks guys! Yes, I'm fairly sure it's the tonepump since there aren't any center detents on the bass and treble and when I back them off all the way it doesn't sound quite flat (since the TP cuts at wierd amounts when turned all the way off). I didn't think I'd like the TP at all actually, but I'm pleasantly surprised by it. PJ and Stuart really know what they're doing!
One of the previous owners re wired it with a master vol and a pan pot though. I personally prefer this to the vol/vol setup, but that's just me. I freaking love how great this bass sounds!

cjmodulus · #**375** 12-20-2012, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by iceboxbass

Took a drive to GC today with my Coda 5 in hand, to test out some thunder making cabinets.

First time I've actually got to play thru an Ampeg 4 Pro! I first played thru an Ampeg 610 Classic, not bad, it brings on the thunder really good, but, not like the next cab that I plugged into, Ampeg 410 Classic. After messing around and dialing the EQ, the Coda started pealing the face skin off all that dared to walk by!

lol Truthfully! I've not played a jazz bass that sounds this awesome as the Coda!

The salesman insisted that I try the Mini Markbass 8". Blah!!! Weak! It couldn't handle the frequencies the B string was throwing at it.

Some of the B string notes barely registered. I tried a big TC Electronic 15" combo 500W, not for me, not enough bottom end for my liking. Salesman said most customers have the same reaction. Lastly I wanted to find a lightweight portable combo bass rig that would hold up to the B string on my Coda 5, "Big Blue". I sighted an Acoustic B20 with a clearance sign of $99.00, hmmm. I plugged into it and laid Big blues best heavy, mid and high frequencies into it. The 12" speaker took it like a champ! No popping, burping, crackling and any other nasty noises that don't belong out of a cab. So I checked out with a new bass practice rig and a new found love for the Coda 5 DLX. You would not believe how many people that stopped by while I was playing to ask me," What make of Bass is that"! "Wow"! "That sounds amazing"! "That is one gorgeous bass"! "Whoa! Look at that color"! A young girl walking by with her mom said,"mommy, that bass is pretty"! Lol What a fun Spector day it has been. As I was getting ready to leave the salesman, a bass player himself, invited me to come back even if its just to jam.

Sounds like an awesome GC trip! If that coda sounds as sexy as it looks you've got a sweet Marvin Gaye- sounding machine!

brotherbassj · #**376** 12-20-2012, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by iceboxbass

Took a drive to GC today with my Coda 5 in hand, to test out some thunder making cabinets.

First time I've actually got to play thru an Ampeg 4 Pro! I first played thru an Ampeg 610 Classic, not bad, it brings on the thunder really good, but, not like the next cab that I plugged into, Ampeg 410 Classic. After messing around and dialing the EQ, the Coda started pealing the face skin off all that dared to walk by!

lol Truthfully! I've not played a jazz bass that sounds this awesome as the Coda!

The salesman insisted that I try the Mini Markbass 8". Blah!!! Weak! It couldn't handle the frequencies the B string was throwing at it.

Some of the B string notes barely registered. I tried a big TC Electronic 15" combo 500W, not for me, not enough bottom end for my liking. Salesman said most customers have the same reaction. Lastly I wanted to find a lightweight portable combo bass rig that would hold up to the B string on my Coda 5, "Big Blue". I sighted an Acoustic B20 with a clearance sign of $99.00, hmmm. I plugged into it and laid Big blues best heavy, mid and high frequencies into it. The 12" speaker took it like a champ! No popping, burping, crackling and any other nasty noises that don't belong out of a cab. So I checked out with a new bass practice rig and a new found love for the Coda 5 DLX. You would not believe how many people that stopped by while I was playing to ask me," What make of Bass is that"! "Wow"! "That sounds amazing"! "That is one gorgeous bass"! "Whoa! Look at that color"! A young girl walking by with her mom said,"mommy, that bass is pretty"! Lol What a fun Spector day it has been. As I was getting ready to leave the salesman, a bass player himself, invited me to come back even if its just to jam.

Sounds like a good day for you and the coda man!

NOLA Bass · #**377** 12-20-2012, 08:06 PM

The key to any chance at a good day at GC, bring your own bass!!!

brotherbassj · #**378** 12-20-2012, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by NOLA Bass

The key to any chance at a good day at GC, bring your own bass!!!

Agreed......98%! Sometimes I get a very pleasant surprise! But it's normally couple by a phone call from my guy that works there! Lol. Got two Spectors that way

Basstovsky · #**379** 12-20-2012, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by iceboxbass

Lastly I wanted to find a lightweight portable combo bass rig that would hold up to the B string on my Coda 5, "Big Blue". I sighted an Acoustic B20 with a clearance sign of $99.00, hmmm. I plugged into it and laid Big blues best heavy, mid and high frequencies into it. The 12" speaker took it like a champ! No popping, burping, crackling and any other nasty noises that don't belong out of a cab.

I agree the B20 is extremely surprising, got one on sale a while back and I use it for travel, lightweight, small, and huge tone for 20 watts in a 12" speaker! Easily the best small combo for the $$

edit: just plugged in the B20 again and fired it up and man I cannot believe how much hot input this thing can handle with my NS20005 even killing it with the B!

brotherbassj · #**380** 12-20-2012, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Basstovsky

I agree the B20 is extremely surprising, got one on sale a while back and I use it for travel, lightweight, small, and huge tone for 20 watts in a 12" speaker! Easily the best small combo for the $$

edit: just plugged in the B20 again and fired it up and man I cannot believe how much hot input this thing can handle with my NS20005 even killing it with the B!

Really? The b20 is that significant? I've always overlooked them!