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CheapGuitarStores.com "replica Chinese basses"
- Thread starter TheFunEmbargo
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In the past the knock off companies have pushed American brands primarily but this company is working "their" side of the international date line. They have Yamaha and Ibanez listed. SMH
Meanwhile that site has sold 50 instruments since this thread was created.
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IMO, there isn't much difference to me between doing this and buying a relic, except people buying relics are paying more. Can I add an LOL without offending anyone
?OK, relics aren't illegal, but it's all the same kinda BS to me.
still no report????
and everybody on this thread looked at these couterfeits!!! and possibly buy?
don't get me wrong: I like asian products! but OP's post got a certain smell.... SPAM!!!!!!!!
so I'll report
may the bass be with you
Wise(b)ass
I'm not spammy, just new lol!This thread smells a little spammy to me.
Made the account for the post, I normally lurk.
Thanks for highlighting how fraudulent the website is, I didn't really click that using the logo like that was illegal *stupid*
They really say "Schecter" on the headstock? Wow...
I can't wait to see Schecter's lawyers getting at them!
LOL - if Fender or Gibson can't stop this, you think that Schecter can?
My experience has been when you first get something like that, you're often amazed (and rightly so) at "how good it sounds for the money." Sometimes you even do the requisite upgrades and mods to make it "as good as" the real deal selling for much more. And usually you're very happy with it.
Then, a year or two later, little problems start developing with it. Nothing you can't live with - or mostly fix. But it is what it is, and you again remind yourself you didn't pay much for it.
But eventually you get a crack at playing the real thing - or a lower cost version made by the big name's sister label (e.g. Gibson/Epiphone, MM/Sterling/SUB, etc.), and you realize the knockoff you got really doesn't sound or play all that great by comparison.
That's not always the case. There are genuine diamonds in the rough out there. And sometimes it works out well or better than anybody has a right to expect. No surprise since even the big names ship an occasional lemon, so it goes both ways. But bottom line is it's a crapshoot. The only difference is that the odds are materially better in your favor with an instrument from a known label who has a reputation to keep - as opposed to a knockoff builder who can easily fold their tent, change their name, and bounce back once word gets out their stuff isn't all that great.
If you like to tinker and/or gamble a little, knockoffs can be fun. There's a certain satisfaction to be had dropping less than $100 on something, maybe do a little work and upgrading of things on it, and have all your musical friends tell you how great they think it is. But it's still a gamble. So if money is short you're probably better off getting something less expensive but known rather than chancing a complete no-name knockoff and hoping for the best.
I happen to like cheap basses. I find them to be a lot of fun. But until I got myself a few really good basses first, I never bothered with them. Because back then I couldn't afford to spend money on anything that might not pan out or have resale value down the road. Truth is, I was too broke to go dirt cheap.
Something to think about.
Then, a year or two later, little problems start developing with it. Nothing you can't live with - or mostly fix. But it is what it is, and you again remind yourself you didn't pay much for it.
But eventually you get a crack at playing the real thing - or a lower cost version made by the big name's sister label (e.g. Gibson/Epiphone, MM/Sterling/SUB, etc.), and you realize the knockoff you got really doesn't sound or play all that great by comparison.
That's not always the case. There are genuine diamonds in the rough out there. And sometimes it works out well or better than anybody has a right to expect. No surprise since even the big names ship an occasional lemon, so it goes both ways. But bottom line is it's a crapshoot. The only difference is that the odds are materially better in your favor with an instrument from a known label who has a reputation to keep - as opposed to a knockoff builder who can easily fold their tent, change their name, and bounce back once word gets out their stuff isn't all that great.
If you like to tinker and/or gamble a little, knockoffs can be fun. There's a certain satisfaction to be had dropping less than $100 on something, maybe do a little work and upgrading of things on it, and have all your musical friends tell you how great they think it is. But it's still a gamble. So if money is short you're probably better off getting something less expensive but known rather than chancing a complete no-name knockoff and hoping for the best.
I happen to like cheap basses. I find them to be a lot of fun. But until I got myself a few really good basses first, I never bothered with them. Because back then I couldn't afford to spend money on anything that might not pan out or have resale value down the road. Truth is, I was too broke to go dirt cheap.
Something to think about.
Ric5
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I also voted genuine but the Chinese copy, visually speaking only, seems very similar to the original
Might be Indonesia...
Of course, one is sent back to the US for inspection and final set-up and the other is an illegal knockoff.
Good Day Kind Mr. Sir:This place is fantastic. "Most of them have realing showing pictures" so you know its gonna be good.
You can even get a custom made knock-off...
- All Link Removed and Link Removed in our stores are high quality replica ,same wood ,same specification ,same finished,same logo to orginal,Pickups and hardwares we used in are produced by Famous Professional factory in Korean.
- We are professional guitar manufacturer in China,have been in guitar field for more than 8 years,we have do OEM for many famousguitar and bass brands all over the world.All guitar list in our store are produced by our factory,most of them have realing showing pictures.the guitar you get is 100% same to the picture you have seen;
- We have professional QC team to ensure high quality products and correct packing in each shipment. We are sure that our guitar have accurate tone,attractive sound, smooth performance and graceful appearance.
- if you can not find the guitar you wanted in our onlie store,you can contact us ,and send us the pictures and specification of the guitar or bass you wanted,then we can produce the guitar for you,surely,custom guitar is ok and welcomed;
- All guitar in our store are brand new,all guitar are handmade,Once your payment has been confirmed, your item will be shipped within 12-15 business working days.
I hope this finds you in well.
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I am be very beneficial to you career in guitar music.
We have many stock over guitars just as good as real.
Much Gibsen, many Fendre, Schrekter, Richardbacker and Hafner, to mention part of percentage.
I am requiring you to find one of these for musical playing.
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lol Chinese companies are making replica Schectors now? What's next, replica Squiers?
Ric5
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Next China will make replicas of SX basses
I confess!!!
I have a Chibson Les Paul Custom '68 and a Chibanez PS-10, but they are basically just decorations in the studio. Poor electronics, bridge made of soft metal, nut made of soft plastic... Not real "player" instruments, as I received them.
Still, they were cheap enough and look very cool as decorations. I would not spend $1,000s+++ just for that. On the other hand, there are people who DO spend thousands on decorative items...
I have a Chibson Les Paul Custom '68 and a Chibanez PS-10, but they are basically just decorations in the studio. Poor electronics, bridge made of soft metal, nut made of soft plastic... Not real "player" instruments, as I received them.
Still, they were cheap enough and look very cool as decorations. I would not spend $1,000s+++ just for that. On the other hand, there are people who DO spend thousands on decorative items...
