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I'd love to buy it off you but it'll be a couple months before I'd have the cash...
troy mcclure said:
What tuner size? 1/2 or 9/16 shaft?
What bridge size?
What is your project? Detail what you're going we might have what you need if not just knowledge on what will work best for what you wanna do.
I brought a USA NS2-J back from the dead just a few months ago.
Well everyone, we did it! We came together as a
community and managed to pull together almost $1800 to
get Chris Loe (chrisloe) his dream bass and a ton of
other gifts. Over 70 people from the Spector Club gave
and then there were people from TalkBass who arent even
part of our little family that heard about our cause and
decided to pitch in as well. Patrick rallied together a
great group of Spector artists to donate and Stuart
himself signed a poster and an extra electronics plate
especially for Chris. Then we also got him t-shirts,
hats, straps, strings, wrist bands if its swag and it
says Spector on it, Chris has got it. We even had Best
Bass Gear and Southeast Guitar Repair pitch in just
because they believed in what we were doing and wanted
to be a part of it.
We blew so many people away by what weve done. When
they found out about it, they wanted to be a part of
something that demonstrated what the healing power of
music can do, particularly when it comes from a Spector,
and especially when it comes from a community of
bassists who saw one of their brothers hurting and
refused to stand idly by. People pitched in and we came
together and did something for Chris and his family in the
most positive and supportive way imaginable. Not only did
he get the beautiful custom white finished Ian Hill
(generously donated by Jeff at ½ the cost of what he
paid for it), but a ton of swag, a gorgeous web page
dedicated to him that will continue to grow and be
updated by Patrick (JPSBassist), but also Dave (peledog)
made a hard copy of it so that Chris will be able to take
it with him wherever he goes. And then just to top it all
off, we managed to give him $500 in cash for him and his
family to use towards expenses while they go through
the next 3-6 months of medical care in Minnesota.
We did not do this to show off. We did this to show
our love and support for a brother in need and because
of that, it is important to walk a little taller, sit a little
straighter and be proud of what we accomplished
together as a community and family of bass players.
Almost all of us came together over the mutual passion
we feel for Spector instruments. Whatever that elusive
thing is that captures our musical imagination and
touches our deepest appreciation for aesthetics and
beauty, Spectors have it. And through that connection
we all share, we decided to make a difference for one of
our family members. Chris will never forget this, and
neither will any of us. Its important that we recognize
what we were able to do as a community and know that
we really put some good into the world and helped a
brother feel inspired and brave and loved and cared for. In
having done this, we can stand proud.
Below, you will read the letter that Chris saw
when he first opened the case to the bass we got for
him. At the end of it is a list of people who helped make
it all happen. Believe it or not, that list is still growing
as some people continue to hear about what weve done
and want to be a part of it. We will continue to collect
donations, add to the web page, and even produce future
versions of the photo collage book as time passes by and
Chris begins to heal. For now, wed like to take a
moment and enjoy what weve done for Chris and celebrate
the wonderful people that make up our community of
musicians, bassists and lovers of Spector instruments.
We managed to harness the magic and beauty of those
beautiful creations and turn it into something that will
inspire Chris and his family while letting them know that
we stand with them and, much like Chris himself, we will
not quit and we will not give in.
*********************************
Dear Chris,
We all got together and decided that one of the ways we
could help you get through this second battle with
leukemia was to arm you accordingly. And what would be
the best weapon? Well, we decided it would be a new,
white Spector. The first dream bass you ever owned and
finally now have once again, but even better than the NS-
2A you had over 2 decades ago.
This is a new, custom finished Ian Hill that was initially
owned by Jeff (Jeffplaysbass), and he donated it (and the
amazing Reunion Blues soft case and detuner) to our
cause for almost half of what he paid for it. We then
asked everyone in the Spector club to help us pay for
the bass, the EMG BQC preamp, a pro setup and
installation, extra strings, etc., etc. Everything we wanted
to get for you is right here, and if we could have done
more, please know that we would have, but we think
theres enough here to put a smile on your face and the
faces of your family for a good long while. The cash is
what was left after covering the bass and some
essentials; please use it to cover whatever expenses you
need taken care of. All of this is not only from your
family in the Spector Club, but even some folks outside
of it like certain Spector artists and others who heard
about our endeavor and wanted to join us in making this
happen for you and your family. Now that everyone
knows where you are, theres no telling what may show
up next Everyones contribution made it possible to send
you some amazing Spector healing power, and also some
extra goodies as you can see. We did all of this because
it was important for us to remind you that we are behind
you every step of the way. You and your family are not
alone as you go through this; though it may feel like
that at times, we are there in spirit and only a phone call
or email away. A lot of us would willingly take this
illness from you and put it on ourselves if we could.
But since we cant, we are going to stand right beside you
until the fight is through and you stand victorious,
healthy, alive, and surrounded by the people who love and
care for you.
We cant wait for you to get through this, heal up, and
get back to your home and your life. Weve got faith
that you can do this, Chris. All of us have come
together to say that you are our brother in music, youre
an important part of our community and we care deeply
for you.
Please enjoy all of this and every moment of happiness it
can bring you because you deserve it. And never forget
that every single one of us is sending his or her positive
energy, prayers and thoughts your way. We are with you,
no matter what.
With all due sincerity and love,
The Spector Club & Friends:
Jeff Costa, Keith Wiley, Rick Blanc, Dave Stone, Ben
Hughes, Michael Brodbeck Jr., Christian Waiau, Dan Doyle,
Lee Presgrave, Malaina Hudson, Eric Rich, Levi Dryden, Rob
Potoshnik, Jim Kernodle, James Rosocha, Omer Cordell,
Nicki Tedesco, Eric Mitchell, Andrew Bunk, Mitch Lamm,
Jeff Johnson, Amos De La Cerda, Christopher
Schoonmaker, Eric Eskelson, Clearwave, Dave Vukmer, Joe
Gonzales, Mike Nelson, Herbert Liebhaber, Vincent Cino,
Rich Welch, Jeff Creed, Steve Maddern, Todd Cooke,
Anton Romanenko, Jamie Florin, Ron Herrington, Joseph
Murray, Ray Bakolas, Stephen Nichols, John Murphy,
Donny Silva, Michael Christenson, Sam Cerami, Peter
Gelles, Levi Dryden, Eric Schram, Nino Valenti, Ripley, John
Deluca, Southeast Guitar Repair, Jaymi, Dave Brown, Nate
Ballein, Jeffrey Arnold, Charles Stroud, Rob Davis, Angela
Panzarella, Tony Betts, John McMullen, Matt Hanson,
Best Bass Gear, Steve Smith, Rob Norton, Mary Moody,
Dave Moody, JQ, Chris Faux, Adam Tindell, Robert Rogers,
Jason Rodriguez, Jarrod Cunningham, Sun Nicholas C H,
William Nimetz, Leonard Michaelevitch , Jim Pegram, Brad
Clark, Mindy Watkins, Cody Davis, Chuckles, Patrick Stern,
PJ, Jo Ann, and Stuart
P.S. Yes, your sister was in on it the whole time!!!
community and managed to pull together almost $1800 to
get Chris Loe (chrisloe) his dream bass and a ton of
other gifts. Over 70 people from the Spector Club gave
and then there were people from TalkBass who arent even
part of our little family that heard about our cause and
decided to pitch in as well. Patrick rallied together a
great group of Spector artists to donate and Stuart
himself signed a poster and an extra electronics plate
especially for Chris. Then we also got him t-shirts,
hats, straps, strings, wrist bands if its swag and it
says Spector on it, Chris has got it. We even had Best
Bass Gear and Southeast Guitar Repair pitch in just
because they believed in what we were doing and wanted
to be a part of it.
We blew so many people away by what weve done. When
they found out about it, they wanted to be a part of
something that demonstrated what the healing power of
music can do, particularly when it comes from a Spector,
and especially when it comes from a community of
bassists who saw one of their brothers hurting and
refused to stand idly by. People pitched in and we came
together and did something for Chris and his family in the
most positive and supportive way imaginable. Not only did
he get the beautiful custom white finished Ian Hill
(generously donated by Jeff at ½ the cost of what he
paid for it), but a ton of swag, a gorgeous web page
dedicated to him that will continue to grow and be
updated by Patrick (JPSBassist), but also Dave (peledog)
made a hard copy of it so that Chris will be able to take
it with him wherever he goes. And then just to top it all
off, we managed to give him $500 in cash for him and his
family to use towards expenses while they go through
the next 3-6 months of medical care in Minnesota.
We did not do this to show off. We did this to show
our love and support for a brother in need and because
of that, it is important to walk a little taller, sit a little
straighter and be proud of what we accomplished
together as a community and family of bass players.
Almost all of us came together over the mutual passion
we feel for Spector instruments. Whatever that elusive
thing is that captures our musical imagination and
touches our deepest appreciation for aesthetics and
beauty, Spectors have it. And through that connection
we all share, we decided to make a difference for one of
our family members. Chris will never forget this, and
neither will any of us. Its important that we recognize
what we were able to do as a community and know that
we really put some good into the world and helped a
brother feel inspired and brave and loved and cared for. In
having done this, we can stand proud.
Below, you will read the letter that Chris saw
when he first opened the case to the bass we got for
him. At the end of it is a list of people who helped make
it all happen. Believe it or not, that list is still growing
as some people continue to hear about what weve done
and want to be a part of it. We will continue to collect
donations, add to the web page, and even produce future
versions of the photo collage book as time passes by and
Chris begins to heal. For now, wed like to take a
moment and enjoy what weve done for Chris and celebrate
the wonderful people that make up our community of
musicians, bassists and lovers of Spector instruments.
We managed to harness the magic and beauty of those
beautiful creations and turn it into something that will
inspire Chris and his family while letting them know that
we stand with them and, much like Chris himself, we will
not quit and we will not give in.
*********************************
Dear Chris,
We all got together and decided that one of the ways we
could help you get through this second battle with
leukemia was to arm you accordingly. And what would be
the best weapon? Well, we decided it would be a new,
white Spector. The first dream bass you ever owned and
finally now have once again, but even better than the NS-
2A you had over 2 decades ago.
This is a new, custom finished Ian Hill that was initially
owned by Jeff (Jeffplaysbass), and he donated it (and the
amazing Reunion Blues soft case and detuner) to our
cause for almost half of what he paid for it. We then
asked everyone in the Spector club to help us pay for
the bass, the EMG BQC preamp, a pro setup and
installation, extra strings, etc., etc. Everything we wanted
to get for you is right here, and if we could have done
more, please know that we would have, but we think
theres enough here to put a smile on your face and the
faces of your family for a good long while. The cash is
what was left after covering the bass and some
essentials; please use it to cover whatever expenses you
need taken care of. All of this is not only from your
family in the Spector Club, but even some folks outside
of it like certain Spector artists and others who heard
about our endeavor and wanted to join us in making this
happen for you and your family. Now that everyone
knows where you are, theres no telling what may show
up next Everyones contribution made it possible to send
you some amazing Spector healing power, and also some
extra goodies as you can see. We did all of this because
it was important for us to remind you that we are behind
you every step of the way. You and your family are not
alone as you go through this; though it may feel like
that at times, we are there in spirit and only a phone call
or email away. A lot of us would willingly take this
illness from you and put it on ourselves if we could.
But since we cant, we are going to stand right beside you
until the fight is through and you stand victorious,
healthy, alive, and surrounded by the people who love and
care for you.
We cant wait for you to get through this, heal up, and
get back to your home and your life. Weve got faith
that you can do this, Chris. All of us have come
together to say that you are our brother in music, youre
an important part of our community and we care deeply
for you.
Please enjoy all of this and every moment of happiness it
can bring you because you deserve it. And never forget
that every single one of us is sending his or her positive
energy, prayers and thoughts your way. We are with you,
no matter what.
With all due sincerity and love,
The Spector Club & Friends:
Jeff Costa, Keith Wiley, Rick Blanc, Dave Stone, Ben
Hughes, Michael Brodbeck Jr., Christian Waiau, Dan Doyle,
Lee Presgrave, Malaina Hudson, Eric Rich, Levi Dryden, Rob
Potoshnik, Jim Kernodle, James Rosocha, Omer Cordell,
Nicki Tedesco, Eric Mitchell, Andrew Bunk, Mitch Lamm,
Jeff Johnson, Amos De La Cerda, Christopher
Schoonmaker, Eric Eskelson, Clearwave, Dave Vukmer, Joe
Gonzales, Mike Nelson, Herbert Liebhaber, Vincent Cino,
Rich Welch, Jeff Creed, Steve Maddern, Todd Cooke,
Anton Romanenko, Jamie Florin, Ron Herrington, Joseph
Murray, Ray Bakolas, Stephen Nichols, John Murphy,
Donny Silva, Michael Christenson, Sam Cerami, Peter
Gelles, Levi Dryden, Eric Schram, Nino Valenti, Ripley, John
Deluca, Southeast Guitar Repair, Jaymi, Dave Brown, Nate
Ballein, Jeffrey Arnold, Charles Stroud, Rob Davis, Angela
Panzarella, Tony Betts, John McMullen, Matt Hanson,
Best Bass Gear, Steve Smith, Rob Norton, Mary Moody,
Dave Moody, JQ, Chris Faux, Adam Tindell, Robert Rogers,
Jason Rodriguez, Jarrod Cunningham, Sun Nicholas C H,
William Nimetz, Leonard Michaelevitch , Jim Pegram, Brad
Clark, Mindy Watkins, Cody Davis, Chuckles, Patrick Stern,
PJ, Jo Ann, and Stuart
P.S. Yes, your sister was in on it the whole time!!!
Jaymi
Pink Bass Man
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Incredible!!!!!!!!!! I am very happy to hear this has had such a great impact and created such a positive wave amongst so many people!!!
Truly a great family, not only from Spector, but in music!!
Jaymi
Pink Bass Man
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so awesome everyone! im proud of us all for helping out our spector brother. i am feeling down in the dumps today because my family is in the transition of moving (my wife and my baby boy left a while ago) and im here with the other kids. so seeing this just gave me a big feeling of joy for chris and realize how important we all have on each other. thank you all spector family for making chris have a day to remember!
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Just whipped up another NS2a jam! I'll probably make a whole song out of this eventually...
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Got my US 9 volt circuit in the mail!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hoping to get time to hook it up tonight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Got my US 9 volt circuit in the mail!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hoping to get time to hook it up tonight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here is the first photo that has surfaced of Chris playing his new Spector.
More photos and videos will be coming soon when his sister sends them.
This makes me smile!
Congrats Chris, from all of us to you, we hope you feel better soon!
I'm also proud to have had even a small part in all of this - it reminds me of just how cool the Spector Club is, and of what a great sense of partnership & community we share.
I'm also proud to have had even a small part in all of this - it reminds me of just how cool the Spector Club is, and of what a great sense of partnership & community we share.
wow smadder. extremely moving and touching words there. what an awesome community we have here!
Chris we're all very happy for you and wish you the best. Just remember you have Spector nation behind you..........
Holy good googly moogly!!! You guys are the frickin best! No words could describe how you all have made my day today. I already can feel the Spector healing, and I am frickin dehydrated from all the crying. I truly don't feel worthy to know such awesome people or what you have done for me and my family. I am overwhelmed at your generosity, your thoughts and love towards me. The bass and all the stuff is incredible, but the thought behind everything and knowing all the support from all my Spector brothers and sisters mean more to me than any of you will ever know. I head to the University of Minnesota tomorrow morning to see about my Bone Marrow Transplant, but I feel stronger about it knowing you are all behind me.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You a million times over, you truly have made a fat man happy today.
Just be forewarned, the first time I meet any of you, I will be hugging you and kissing you on the lips.
Love you guys (Not in the drunk way....)
Chris.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You a million times over, you truly have made a fat man happy today.
Just be forewarned, the first time I meet any of you, I will be hugging you and kissing you on the lips.
Love you guys (Not in the drunk way....)
Chris.
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