I just bought the last S. Martyn posted here on TB last week. I hadn't known much about this these, I just needed a short scale (30") 5-string. It was one of the rare times that the reality surpassed even my highest hopes, something I don't say lightly. The quality across the board is phenomenal and it's got one of the best necks I've ever played, especially for a bass with more than 4 strings. Had I had the funds, I'd grab this one too!