Cool - thanks. Those are actually from right before I joined, so the bass is definitely 'upgraded'.
Those clips were literally the first and second gigs ever for the band.
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Cool - thanks. Those are actually from right before I joined, so the bass is definitely 'upgraded'.
Those clips were literally the first and second gigs ever for the band.
Seeing that 9v's are going to be a while to get to market, I will get plenty of time to "wine and dine" it. As far as the bottom end goes it is lacking compared to my Kramer and the Kramer is near perfect flat. Slight bass boost and treble cut and it's there. I like my amp settings to be flat and get my sound from the bass. After I change out the strings maybe "it's nuts will drop".
Cool - thanks. Those are actually from right before I joined, so the bass is definitely 'upgraded'.
Those clips were literally the first and second gigs ever for the band.
It's like a good folk metal meets British Invasion sound. Two of my favorite listening choices.
worshiprocker
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Seeing that 9v's are going to be a while to get to market, I will get plenty of time to "wine and dine" it. As far as the bottom end goes it is lacking compared to my Kramer and the Kramer is near perfect flat. Slight bass boost and treble cut and it's there. I like my amp settings to be flat and get my sound from the bass. After I change out the strings maybe "it's nuts will drop".
maybe its the strings.... I dunno... I run my bass at 30% and at 11 o'clock on my amp.... because I keep it so low on the bass I am able to do this cool bass swell on one of our new songs....
its funny I wish we could all get together and hear what each other like in the tone of different basses/preamps. I'll play anything Spector makes. Now I may move some gear from time to time, but I will not say that those are bad basses. I loved that oil EuroLX. Now that I have 2 basses that are almost identical tonewise, I will exploring other basses... maybe a EuroLX, maybe a ReBop, maybe even a Forte.... who knows... I might actually shoot for a TW 5er.... goodness I have no idea lol... first some pedal hoarding and a new amp
As Bunk has mentioned before, swap the TonePump Jr. with the TonePump Sr. Then swap out the SSD pups with EMG 35P/35J or EMG 35J/J pups. I believe this combo will get you that sound you're seeking.
Welcome to the world of Spector!
As some of you know or may have figured out already I have purchased NS-2 #800 that was recently shown at BPL. It has arrived today one day earlier then expected.
The bass is just more stunning and amazing in person. As those who know me I am not posting this as a Look what I got type post but rather just looking to share the excitement of being given the opportunity to be the owner of this amazing work of art designed by Stuart. For those who feel they may never own a USA made Spector, you may and you will one day. Just 2 years ago, I didnt think I would be alive 2 years later to have such a special day in my life. Before I got my Forte last year I would never imagine owning even one USA Spector.
Of course owning this bass did come with selling my cherry Euro and some other personal items, no family vacation, some unneeded credit card debt and barrowing some money from a friend. But when everyday of your life is a gift and a 2nd chance . it is all worth it.
I have named the Bass The Pulse as it is resembles a strong heart and pulse that playing Spectors has given me the opportunity to have again.
I am still in shock and will be posting some sound clips soon. As expected, it sounds incredible. As far as the neck, It is not as thick front to back and not as flat as the Forte, but it is thicker then the Kramer NS-2 but not as round. So its almost a perfect mix of both.
I did venture out to find the UPS driver and actually followed him around to a few of his major store stops since his truck had 388 boxes on it this morning. But after his 5th big store delivery, I saw that Spector box and he was able to grab it out for me. I will be buying him a coffee gift card this week.
P.S. I have officially knighted newly endorsed Spector Artist Seventhframe Omer as Pimp Jr. as he was the one who kept talking me into doing this. He calls it payback. lol
I just took these 2 photos since none can match the ones that Patrick has already taken.
Congrats on the beautiful bass! I had the pleasure of looking at this beauty at BPL and no pictures can do it justice.
Enjoy and nothing but the best wishes to you.
Slapinfunk - said hello briefly at your booth at Bass Player Live. You were in the middle of eating a sandwich, lol.
Needed to re-energize!
I believe someone said, suggested retail price $2600.00? Is this correct? But I'm sure you'll be able to buy it for less, as normally.
The price on Guitar House of Tulsa's website is $1699 for the Rebop MM 5'er. That's not a bad price!
I personally like oiled finishes, here is a American Schecter that I had for 30 years, I probably rubbed it down twice in that time which means I spent less than an hour on this finish in 30 years.
Nothing like the feeling of wood and I believe oiled finishes would last several life times and the oil is not just oil I believe it has a sealer also like shellac mixed in.
This bass has probably 500 gigs and 100 hours of studio time on it and with the exception of where my right arm laid, the finish it is like new.
And if it gets dented you can steam the dents out provided the grain is not ruptured.
+1! Looking good! Especially after 30 years! I believe any bass can look this good whether oil or high poly finish. A lot depends on what wood was used, soft like Alder or hard like maple, buckeye burl, walnut, mahogany etc...and how you guard,treat and handle with loving care, like you are carrying one of your own children, cat, dog or what have you. High gloss Poly is like bass armor that's for sure. It really creates a deep looking finish for sure.
Whoa! Beautiful Natural Spector! Congrats!USA Spector INCOMING!!
Been sitting on this for a few days, but it looks like it's official. This baby is on it's way to me. Hopefully it will make the perfect companion to my NS-5H2MM! Man I love the less curved body of the USA Bolt Ons.
USA Spector INCOMING!!
Been sitting on this for a few days, but it looks like it's official. This baby is on it's way to me. Hopefully it will make the perfect companion to my NS-5H2MM! Man I love the less curved body of the USA Bolt Ons.
Verry Nice! What pre amp is in that?
Congrats!
- Oct 19, 2010
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Don't sweat it man, I didn't even think of it that way at all!! The only thunder I have is that of the Spectors I own!
It was a perfect day for good news, our endorsements and Sam's new NS-2, I can't think of a better day!
Don't sweat it man, I didn't even think of it that way at all!! The only thunder I have is that of the Spectors I own!
It was a perfect day for good news, our endorsements and Sam's new NS-2, I can't think of a better day!
Bunk,
I didn't get a chance to offer congrats on your endorsement.
It was a day of good news yesterday, and trust me it didn't appear at all that you were "piggybacking" on Omer's announcement.
As a reminder, if you haven't listened and done the one question survey, give it a shot. Do it for Ping.
By the way 8 people took the survey and 6 got it wrong.
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