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Just bought the Ritter Platinum Roya Concept!!!

#81
sebastian said:
The Ritter instruments are gorgeous particularly the Royas! But I just don't like the arts and crafts crackle finish. A transparent color or natural finish is what I like. Probably sounds great but that finish is like sheesh! :rollno:
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, congratulations on the aquisition.
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Well, that's exactly why my other Roya (the one I've mentioned a few times above) is going to have a purpleheart body with a figured birds eye maple top, and a high gloss finish ! :D

That way I'll have the best of both worlds ;)
 
#83
spade2you said:
Hmmmm, a few people didn't like it and it probably made a few people angry....so, sure sign of an interesting bass!!! I like the concept, but I'm not sure if my right hand is in love with the complete fingerboard/ramp idea.
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Yep, sure is a sure sign...! I'm sure my right will get used to playing this bass, because I'm going to play it ALL the time :D

I'm normally not crazy about ramps either, as they limit some options for attack styles, but I think that when you get used to playing them, your play can get faster and perhaps a bit more even. I'm sure I can find a way to be expressive, still :)

Man, a lot of quotes and replies from me now... I shouldn't be away from the computer for an entire day after posting a thread like this...! :p
 
#85
I can't see wanting one for myself, but I can see what you see in it...it's really a work of art! I'm impressed with not only how there is no hardware visible on the front, but also the beauty of the fretboard and the eye-popping platinum work!

Luthiers who pay that much attention to detail impress me to no end.
 
#87
Basdyret said:
Yep, sure is a sure sign...! I'm sure my right will get used to playing this bass, because I'm going to play it ALL the time :D

I'm normally not crazy about ramps either, as they limit some options for attack styles, but I think that when you get used to playing them, your play can get faster and perhaps a bit more even. I'm sure I can find a way to be expressive, still :)

Man, a lot of quotes and replies from me now... I shouldn't be away from the computer for an entire day after posting a thread like this...! :p
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I get what you're saying. I'm very spoiled by my basses that feature radiused pickups. I get to use a nice and fast stacato style on the pickups, but can still get a nice free stroke between the pickups or on the neck joint.
 
#90
Congratulations on the Royal, as well as the Roya you have commissioned. I have one of the early Royals (Flora Platinum Roya) that is a little tamer (if that applies) as well as a glossy figured maple fret-less Roya. These are both incredible instruments. Beyond the great design and the extraordinary appearance they play very well and sound fantastic.

When I purchased my Royal, the one you have was not for sale yet. It's very different but the best thing about a Ritter is the next one is going to be very different. Yours is definitely a favorite of mine design wise. It is extremely "clean".

Jens is also a very easy fellow to deal with and very concerned about his basses being played and not hung on a wall just to look at. It pleases him when these go to a player who will use them. I decided I would only take the Royal to places that had a high stage, but I've taken it other places that don't seem too risky. The basses are pretty radical, but not many people in the crowd realize what they are by appearance although you can expect quite a few compliments on the sound. Again, congratulations, to both you and to Jens Ritter. To you for supporting his excellent efforts and to him for again finding a player who appreciates the results.
 
#100
Silversorcerer said:
Congratulations on the Royal, as well as the Roya you have commissioned. I have one of the early Royals (Flora Platinum Roya) that is a little tamer (if that applies) as well as a glossy figured maple fret-less Roya. These are both incredible instruments. Beyond the great design and the extraordinary appearance they play very well and sound fantastic.
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Thanks! I've seen pics of you here on TB with your basses, and of course also the Flora Platinum Roya on the Royals page - truly beautiful instruments...!! And I can't wait to get my hands on my own two :)

Silversorcerer said:
When I purchased my Royal, the one you have was not for sale yet. It's very different but the best thing about a Ritter is the next one is going to be very different. Yours is definitely a favorite of mine design wise. It is extremely "clean".
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I agree - you wouldn't want a Ritter just like the next guy's, right? And knowing that yours is unique is a big part of the pleasure of owning it.

Silversorcerer said:
Jens is also a very easy fellow to deal with and very concerned about his basses being played and not hung on a wall just to look at. It pleases him when these go to a player who will use them. I decided I would only take the Royal to places that had a high stage, but I've taken it other places that don't seem too risky. The basses are pretty radical, but not many people in the crowd realize what they are by appearance although you can expect quite a few compliments on the sound. Again, congratulations, to both you and to Jens Ritter. To you for supporting his excellent efforts and to him for again finding a player who appreciates the results.
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Thanks again...! And don't worry, this one won't just sit in its case or hang on the wall - it'll be played as much as possible, but not abused :)

I think I'll try to find some kind of recording equipment for the PC, so I can make some soundclips, when I get it. I know a lot of you out there are curious...! I know I'd be myself.
 

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