Feedback by brianh left for others

Bass arrived in flawless condition, although I haven’t been able to plug it in yet I’m thrilled. Seller expedited shipping and we’ll packed

Smooth transaction

Excellent transaction

The cabinet shipped and arrived quickly, and is in good shape as described. Easy transaction

In response to sellers response....

First of all, the sale originated on Talkbass. I have a thread on this site. The seller wanted to text/talk on phone but I’m not sure how that would make it “off talkbass.”

Second of all, the first offer the seller made was to refund $300 for an undisclosed body crack. Then, almost 2.5 weeks passed without receiving anything and upon contacting him he offered to buy the bass back. But as discussed earlier...I had already completed work and spent money on the bass. Not sure why selling it back at that this point. I have no reason to lie about any of this, and I’m not sure why that wouldn’t seem apparent.

I purchased a mid-90’s Sadowsky described as having “great frets” and “normal playing wear.” While the bass truly is a fantastic, well-played instrument, upon taking it to Sadowsky it became obvious that there was a major body crack wrapping around the entire control cavity that had at some point been repaired. It had obviously been dropped at some point with a major repair done. As a player, I don’t take issue with this but approached the seller to rectify as the issue had not been disclosed and would obviously affect resale value. He offered to credit back $300, which I thought was fair.

Additionally, the frets were actually in very poor condition so I had Roger do about $250 of work on the bass. Considering the age of bass I felt ok covering this cost, even though the seller had said they were “great.”

However, the seller stopped responding and never credited any money back. Eventually, he refused and instead offered to buy the bass back...but by that point I’d already sunk money and time into it on my end.

quick transaction, bass as described

Very nice to deal with. Bass was shipped when requested and in greta shape

Smooth transaction

Good seller

Good buyer - sent payment efficiently and a smooth transaction.

great buyer, no issues at all

Deal was smooth and as planned

Just saw this delayed response. Wow, this guy is a real tool. I can't believe this escalated this this level of mediocre haggling and false assumption. It needs to be addressed. When shipping fragile equipment, you assume the risk of damage. Hence, insurance.

1) The shipping store resolved the issue because I paid them to pack and ship the cabinet. Which, again - was shipped in perfect working order. Insurance was purchased. A receipt could not be provided at the time of damage because I'm a touring musician and was overseas.

2) The shipping store resolved this issue because I filed a claim with Fedex, and they admitted fault. I live 3 blocks from this store in NYC and personally know the owner and his employees. I'm there 1-3 times a week. It's a fine store, they made a mistake, and corrected it.

3) The resolution I offered the buyer was in compliance with the guidelines of Fedex and their damage claim procedure.

I'm not sure what more needs to be made clear about this unfortunate exchange. Except, maybe think twice about selling to this guy on the internet. And, be thankful he isn't your neighbor.

The thing that I am most grateful about regarding TB is that it requires all participants to respect each other, maintain a high level of honesty with each transaction and treat all members with Integrity.

There were absolutely NO assumptions being made in the case of this transaction. EVERY THING that i posted was factual. I spoke to the shipping store owner myself. 3 times!!!

Fact is, Brian H continues to lie in saying he had this speaker packaged by the shipping store. Next Fact is, that Brian H, STILL cannot and WILL NOT provide a receipt for this packing service because, AS THE SHIPPING STORE OWNER MADE CLEAR, HE DID NOT PAY TO HAVE IT PACKED. He packed it himself, he used no material in the box to pad it, and it broke....

It really is just that simple.

Now, after all of that mess,.... He reverts to name calling?
seriously dude???.... A tool????

Maybe you should stick to Craigslist for selling your used gear Brian H....

This guy is shady folks,.....Buyer's beware.....

I think the dynamics this situation are indeed very clear.