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I really like this new Shudarella
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My God that is beautiful! Off topic, but the the Master Bar pickups seem to eat up a lot of real estate, I prefer the aesthetics of the Slimbuckers. Anybody on here who has tried both and have a preference?
I have slimbuckers too. A friend of mine has a Classic with the triple buckers, but I haven't had a chance to play it yet. For the moment someone lent me his Cora, slimbuckers again 
I like the slimbuckers, but fitted a thumbrest between them. I find it easier to play that way.
My next Ritter will propably have triplebuckers, but that's for the summer of 2011, or end 2011.
Euhm, so no, can't help you much
I like the slimbuckers, but fitted a thumbrest between them. I find it easier to play that way.
My next Ritter will propably have triplebuckers, but that's for the summer of 2011, or end 2011.
Euhm, so no, can't help you much
I have slimbuckers too. A friend of mine has a Classic with the triple buckers, but I haven't had a chance to play it yet. For the moment someone lent me his Cora, slimbuckers again
I like the slimbuckers, but fitted a thumbrest between them. I find it easier to play that way.
My next Ritter will propably have triplebuckers, but that's for the summer of 2011, or end 2011.
Euhm, so no, can't help you much
Thanks frizzle. I guess my point is unless the Master Bars have just a huge advantage sonically over the Slimbuckers, I'm gonna pic the slimbuckers everytime just based on aesthetics.
That's why I want to try the triplebuckers first before I decide for my next bass. Some people I talked to liked the triplebuckers more, others the slimbuckers.
Although you can switch the triplebuckers to single coil, I would like to hear if I can actually use that "extra sound option", otherwise I'll probably stick with slimbuckers too.
Although you can switch the triplebuckers to single coil, I would like to hear if I can actually use that "extra sound option", otherwise I'll probably stick with slimbuckers too.
Um....hello?
I was hesitant to enter this thread (first time venturing in for me).
I feel like a guy who drives a Toyota walking into a Lamborghini store and looking around.
After scrolling through the pics in this thread, all I can say is, would someone please hand me a bowl or something to catch my drool in?
These basses are utterly fantastic looking!!!
Do they play as well as they look? (I'm willing to bet they do!!)
I was hesitant to enter this thread (first time venturing in for me).
I feel like a guy who drives a Toyota walking into a Lamborghini store and looking around.
After scrolling through the pics in this thread, all I can say is, would someone please hand me a bowl or something to catch my drool in?
These basses are utterly fantastic looking!!!
Do they play as well as they look? (I'm willing to bet they do!!)
Welcome SactoBass! Glad you're here. I like your Avatar BTW Randy Meisner was my inspiration to pick up the bass all those years ago...
To your Toyota/Lamborghini analagy, both cars get you where you're going right? Lot's of other basses out there holding the bottom end down too, some of us are just lucky enough to do it on a Ritter. The term "playable work of art" has been done to death, so I'll just say it's a great playing great sounding bass that happens to look very cool. Will it enhance that "special male body part" or grow hair back, or make the chicks want to carry your offspring, probably not. You should try one if you ever get the opportunity however. Someone else said it best, the Ritter with your name on it draws you in somehow, there's not another good explanation out there. Hope you find one with your name on it!
Take care,
Jeff
First off a Ritter Bass is way more practical than a Lamborghini in your Toyota v Lambo' analogy!
Yes, they play very nicely, they beautifully made so you can dial in whatever set-up suits you. On top of that flexibility they are very flexible tonally, but they are probably not everyone's cup of tea, much in the same way as there are other big name basses out there that are beautifully made but don't do it for me.
I've certainly not had anyone playing mine and coming away with anything other than a more positive view of the bass, but I will add that there's nothing wrong with a Toyota, if you can stop it that is!
Sounds exciting...! I have plans in the same ballpark, but Jens and I have failed to find time to talk to each other about it - and we have tried since March...!
With his busy schedule and 6 hours time difference (I'm in China), it's just bordering on impossible to catch him on Skype.
Oh well, I can't put down any money yet, anyway...
Welcome ScatoBass to the forum. Your questions are pretty similar to what I typically hear about Ritter basses - nice on the eyes, but can they play/sound worth a darn? My response is that they have never failed to meet my expectations. I own five Ritters with one more on order. Each one has its own unique personality and the sound has never disappointed me or my band mates.
In the end...
- Can you do the same thing with a great P or Jazz Bass - absolutely. Back in the day, my Squire Mexican P Bass was my go to choice and I loved playing it.
- It's the player, not the instrument - a big emphatic yes.
However, if you are able to purchase one, even used, you will not be disappointed.
Plus, Jens happens to be not only an amazing bass builder, but a really great person as well.
My three nickles!
Ernest
In the end...
- Can you do the same thing with a great P or Jazz Bass - absolutely. Back in the day, my Squire Mexican P Bass was my go to choice and I loved playing it.
- It's the player, not the instrument - a big emphatic yes.
However, if you are able to purchase one, even used, you will not be disappointed.
Plus, Jens happens to be not only an amazing bass builder, but a really great person as well.
My three nickles!
Ernest
First off a Ritter Bass is way more practical than a Lamborghini in your Toyota v Lambo' analogy!
Yes, they play very nicely, they beautifully made so you can dial in whatever set-up suits you. On top of that flexibility they are very flexible tonally, but they are probably not everyone's cup of tea, much in the same way as there are other big name basses out there that are beautifully made but don't do it for me.
I've certainly not had anyone playing mine and coming away with anything other than a more positive view of the bass, but I will add that there's nothing wrong with a Toyota, if you can stop it that is!
I think I was trying to paraphrase something Thunderitter was telling me when I was talking to him about getting my Ritter. He said when one has your name on it and or it's calling you then you have to have it. Or words to that effect. I love all my basses for different reasons, but the Ritter is very special. Seems like I can "dig in" a little harder and she'll take it, all the way down to a gentle caress and then she purrs....
Just like a beautiful woman, a Ritter has those very sexy lines and curves, it's hard to keep your eyes off one! If I have the opportunity to sit and watch a DVD on Sunday, you'll find me with the Ritter in my lap just noodling around. Still adjusting to the width of the nut and the spacing at the bridge. Jens uses something more like "gap to gap" spacing as opposed to "center to center" spacing I've grown used to. I'm growing quite fond of his preamp as well, I typically like to set it and forget it, but certain songs call for boosting the mids and lower frequencies, easy to do mid song.
The ONLY thing I can think of that I'm not a huge fan of is the battery compartment and the control plate cover. I'd like to see him address those two issues in a future build I have in mind. I need to see the Dollar come into parity with the Euro a little more before that happens!
Thanks guys for your informative replies. I have been on TB since 2009 (relatively new), and I own three basses (see my sig below). I am very happy with my three basses, and for the record, I am also quite happy with my Toyota FJ Cruiser! (LOL!)
But every time I see a Ritter bass, there is a little voice inside my head that says "wow.....yeah baby......cream of the crop!"
At age 54, I'm not sure if I could justify shelling out the clams for a Ritter, but it sure is fun to look at those beautiful instruments and dream a little.
For those of you who own a Ritter, I tip my hat to you!
But every time I see a Ritter bass, there is a little voice inside my head that says "wow.....yeah baby......cream of the crop!"
At age 54, I'm not sure if I could justify shelling out the clams for a Ritter, but it sure is fun to look at those beautiful instruments and dream a little.
For those of you who own a Ritter, I tip my hat to you!
I tip my hat right back to you sir! I traded my main squeeze of almost 17 years to get my Ritter. I had a 78 Rickenbacker 4001 Fireglo that I intended to keep until retirement, but it wasn't getting any playing time, and that Ritter was calling my name!
I justify my "extravagant" purchases (as I am in the "similar" age range as you) by telling myself the kids are grown, I don't have a boat or any other costly hobbies to compete with. If you buy used, you can always count on either getting your money back, or more depending on what the economy does. The trick is finding them used of course, there aren't that many to start with, and Ritter owners tend to be "collectors".
I hope you find someone in the area who would be willing to let you test drive their Ritter, surely there are a few "in your neck of the woods" as we say around here.
Cheers,
Jeff
That would be nice!
Hmmm......it might also be hazardous to my wallet! Maybe I should leave this thread while it's still safe!
Nah, looking and dreaming is free! That said, until I found talkbass my equipment room wasn't so full.....
Hmm... seems we need to update your info in the member list...!
Care to take a "Ritter family" pic to share here, with some info on the 2 (!!) new additions since your last picture?
Man, 5 (soon to be 6) Ritters... and then the rest of your collection. I'm very jealous
Maybe I'll get there someday.
Other good thing about Ritters is that wives/partners like them. On both occasions I never had to talk my wife around, it was:
"What do you you think of this bass?", said I.
"That's beautiful, you should buy it!" she said.
Never had that with any other bass and I'm convinced it's Jen's secret weapon.
"What do you you think of this bass?", said I.
"That's beautiful, you should buy it!" she said.
Never had that with any other bass and I'm convinced it's Jen's secret weapon.
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