Here is a shot from Winter NAMM where I am flanked by two Sadowsky's!
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great shot Tom, and now: where are the photos of the Sadowsky booth?
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great shot Tom, and now: where are the photos of the Sadowsky booth?
Yeah, it woulda' been cool if they did have one. Hugh and/or Will would stop by, maybe others. Definitely a cool hang.great shot Tom, and now: where are the photos of the Sadowsky booth?
I would like that, but only time will tell if they choose to go to future NAMMs.
I would like that, but only time will tell if they choose to go to future NAMMs.
Roger continues the 'has it going on' in my book with his business. His name is so well known in the bass category, and he's done such a great job with the Metro line with retailers, that just showing up at NAMM and walking the floor probably does as much for him (reinforcing name recognition and buzz with his retail chain and the players) as having a big booth. He is, basically, his own 'walking booth' without all the cost and hassle!
He's good... oh, he's VERY good......
I got my RV5 the week before last. I bought it based on a lot of internet research but without ever playing one (they're pretty hard to come by this side of the Atlantic). My main reason for buying one is that I'm sick of compromising with my basses, going for the £1000 Fender and still finding it lacking somewhere. So it was with some anticipation that I waited for the FedEx truck to arrive.
It's amazing, basically. I know that a lot of people say that Sadowskys 'sit really well in the mix' and I don't want to just toe the line... but this bass does sit really well in the mix! I can hear myself easier at lower volume levels, all over the neck. Simple as that.
I can see why a lot of people with older Sadowskys are having the VTC installed retroactively, because it's a brighter bass than any other active jazzes I've owned. The VTC makes it extremely versatile though. The bass and treble boosts go from subtle to extreme, giving me a lot of control over my sound.
I've only rehearsed with this bass but I can't wait to gig it. Sadowsky obviously don't compromise when it comes to QC, this bass was the best setup out of the box I've had (it's also the most expensive I've ever owned, so that figures). I'll definitely be buying more!
It's amazing, basically. I know that a lot of people say that Sadowskys 'sit really well in the mix' and I don't want to just toe the line... but this bass does sit really well in the mix! I can hear myself easier at lower volume levels, all over the neck. Simple as that.
I can see why a lot of people with older Sadowskys are having the VTC installed retroactively, because it's a brighter bass than any other active jazzes I've owned. The VTC makes it extremely versatile though. The bass and treble boosts go from subtle to extreme, giving me a lot of control over my sound.
I've only rehearsed with this bass but I can't wait to gig it. Sadowsky obviously don't compromise when it comes to QC, this bass was the best setup out of the box I've had (it's also the most expensive I've ever owned, so that figures). I'll definitely be buying more!
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Sweeet: looks just like mine.
Great bass, and you're sure to love it out live.
Be sure to try some Sadowsky Blue Nickels on there; Sadowsky strings work really well with Sadowsky basses...
Great bass, and you're sure to love it out live.
Be sure to try some Sadowsky Blue Nickels on there; Sadowsky strings work really well with Sadowsky basses...
Hey all. My cover band posted some live audio clips on our site. Take a listen if you dare. Please ignore the mistakes though. I had a very off night...(typical disclaimer). The UV70 sits so perfect in the mix. I could not be happier. This absolutely blows away the two Fodera's I had in the past for sure!
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The player is at the bottom of the screen and will start automatically. There are quite a few tracks on there, so feel free to skip some of the lame ones.
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The player is at the bottom of the screen and will start automatically. There are quite a few tracks on there, so feel free to skip some of the lame ones.
And then get a PJ companion
+1
And an Ash/Maple JJ companion.
Oh, and a Modern 5.
Seriously, congrats! They are awesome basses!
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Thanks! I believe it came strung with the Blue Labels and I don't see any reason to use anything else. If it ain't broke, etc. However I may try something else on there at some point, just to see.
And then get a PJ companion
When I manage to find something to plug the hole in my bank account with, I'm sure I will!
Yeah, exactly, and I think the key to the value of the VTC is the fact that it is a boost only preamp. If it were a more typical boost/cut preamp, I'm not sure I'd have as much interest in a VTC... even though, as bright as these are (especially with the ash/maples like mine), they are not the brightest J style basses I've personally owned.
Oh, and great bass, btw. Just wait. It gets better as time goes on.
I got my RV5 the week before last. I bought it based on a lot of internet research but without ever playing one (they're pretty hard to come by this side of the Atlantic). My main reason for buying one is that I'm sick of compromising with my basses, going for the £1000 Fender and still finding it lacking somewhere. So it was with some anticipation that I waited for the FedEx truck to arrive.
It's amazing, basically. I know that a lot of people say that Sadowskys 'sit really well in the mix' and I don't want to just toe the line... but this bass does sit really well in the mix! I can hear myself easier at lower volume levels, all over the neck. Simple as that.
I can see why a lot of people with older Sadowskys are having the VTC installed retroactively, because it's a brighter bass than any other active jazzes I've owned. The VTC makes it extremely versatile though. The bass and treble boosts go from subtle to extreme, giving me a lot of control over my sound.
I've only rehearsed with this bass but I can't wait to gig it. Sadowsky obviously don't compromise when it comes to QC, this bass was the best setup out of the box I've had (it's also the most expensive I've ever owned, so that figures). I'll definitely be buying more!
You won't regret buying your Sadowsky. I did the same thing as you when I bought my RV4 and it always sounds great in pretty much every situation I've used it.
(mine's 59 burst/rosewood too
)Neil
Yeah, exactly, and I think the key to the value of the VTC is the fact that it is a boost only preamp. If it were a more typical boost/cut preamp, I'm not sure I'd have as much interest in a VTC... even though, as bright as these are (especially with the ash/maples like mine), they are not the brightest J style basses I've personally owned.
Not sure about that. I'm finding that the VTC alters the vibe of the bass, and not sure a typical boost/cut would have quite the same effect. It's interesting because when I first got the PJ I dialed up the "traditional" (to the extent there is one) setting of a little added bass and a little added treble with VTC wide open. Lately I've gone to zero treble and barely any added bass with the VTC between 1/3-1/2 down. When i want a little more bite I just roll the VTC open. I think this stems from the fact that I really like the bass sound run passive, so having no preamp bass/treble boost makes the bass sit where I want it. The attack and cut is then just VTC and/or fingers.
Oh, don't get me wrong, I totally agree with that. I know they are not the same thing.
However, at least in my case, even though it's not the same sound, I find cutting treble on a boost/cut preamp to be good enough of a solution it wouldn't bug me as much if the VTC wasn't there. I actually prefer both if possible, but wouldn't always add it to a boost/cut bass that didn't have it. With a boost only bass (like the Sadowsky) I literally have to have it.
IMHO.
Just got my new seafoam green Sadowsky. My first Metro. So far so good.
Here's my Babies together.
Here's my Babies together.
Sadowsky blowing away Fodera's, curious what model Fodera's did you have? I've been playing Fodera basses since 2000 and I've yet to hear a bass that blows it away.
OK I know this is a Sadowsky forum and it's very informative so I hope everyone don't jump on me.... I haven't played a Sadowsky yet but am taking a road trip shortly to Bass Central to check some out including the Will Lee model. Now I'm really curious to see how the Will Lee model stacks up against my VW Classic I'm thinking it's a total different animal. Owning a Sadowsky and a Fodera will be the best of both worlds.
Oh checked out your videos last week. Your bass sounds great through the Thunderfunk. Nothing personal but it's a drag playing with a drummer who uses electronic drums.
Keep on Rockin !!
Paul Lee
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HI
Ive owned 4 Foderas including a VW and have had over 20 Sadowsky's. They are different things all together.
Rob
Ive owned 4 Foderas including a VW and have had over 20 Sadowsky's. They are different things all together.
Rob
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