Definitely fits perfectly in that mix, it sounds huge too, is there an octaver or harmony effect in use? Love how the chords sound 
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It sounds great, I like the pop in the snare and sound of the voice in the grove...The bass is Spector and holding everything in its place, fantastic job!
worshiprocker
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the usa 18v is a completely different beast. its rounder, fatter where the 9v is more of a mid range fiend that cuts like a mother.
Carlton, great video I love that the bass is up in the mix. It really is a cool tune.
No doubt. Sounds great drums and bass grooving and really full with the vocals and guitar!
Well,
Finally had the chance to play the new Rex 5 Pro I got last week at rehearsal tonight.
First time I have played a 5 string in about 4 years in a live setting, and it was a challenge, primarily since I'm also the primary lead vocalist in the band as well.
More than a few ringing strings as I am still getting use to playing the 5 while singing, but fewer than I expected so I'll take the win.
First off, the Maple neck thru design definitely cuts a lot more than the Legend 4X with the TP Jr, but as I expected the BT is a little brittle sounding at times. With a pick for certain songs and the bridge pickup rolled back just a touch it did a great job of the classic P bass with roundwounds tone, with some of that Spector grit especially when I dug in a little harder.
Playing fingerstyle with both pickups full on I noticed that it really cut through the mix, but compared to my old 87 NS2A I found the BT just a little too brittle, the OBP1 in the NS2A seemed to be a little grittier and not as harsh in the high end.
Probably end up putting a set of 35DC's and an OBP1 in it and I think I'll really be happy with it set up that way. The Rex 4 I used to gig with all the time had the DC/OBP1 combination and I was really happy with that bass.
Looking for a gold bridge and tuners for the Rex 5 in case anyone knows where I can find some here on TB.
All in all I'm sure it's a keeper (for now - we all know how fast things can change in Spectorville) and I'm looking forward to bringing it out for a casino gig I have coming up next month. (you can laugh now - 5 string Rex Holoflash at a casino gig playing 70s/80s classic rock for a bunch of jackpot chasers, it doesn't get more metal than that)
FWIW: If I was sitting at the casino and I heard a Spector growling away I'd be sure to go check it out!
The Band Chicago playing in my hometown last night and the bassist rockin his Spector
That is Kasim Sulton with his NS-2O. He is in Chicago now? Man, he is such a great bass player.
Shocker. I was a big fan of his in Utopia with Todd Rungren.
Where's Jason?
johnsonabq
Watch out where the huskies go...
Jeff, I think you just need to hope a plane Saturday morning and lets make a day of it.
Thanks Todd, but all my spare money goes toward my SAS. LOL
If/when I do, I'll drive. It's only 640 miles.
I used to do that all the time "back in the day".
johnsonabq
Watch out where the huskies go...
Thanks man but I'm good. Todd's got some nice Spectors in stock and can't afford any more SAS!
Go Kas! I had seen Utopia over a dozen times in the 80s growing up in the Hudson Valley. I'm glad he's still going strong and rocking the Spectors..
johnsonabq
Watch out where the huskies go...
It's my understanding that the 18v was designed for use with the EMG DC's. And the 9v works best with the P/J's. Not that this hasn't been mixed up with good results.
Whatever gives you "the tone" you want.
Happy Independence Day, Spector Bros!!
Before we head out to the family gathering, I finally had time to spend on fine tuning the new euro.
At this point I have very low action, minimal relief, and its just perfect to add a little edge to the grit.
I am VERY impressed with the tone pump, now that I have a trim pot version! I have it set to 25-30 percent, and don't have to use my input pad. (I've also converted to 18v)
Now I can use my TH500to full advantage, and am getting a gritty, aggressive tone without a mid control.
I've been considering a bk7, or some such, and an obp3, but have now decided to sit tight for awhile, and see how it goes.
I liked the rebop and the ns2jar a lot, and worried a bit I'd miss them.
However, I have no trade remorse at all. Should have gone neck through earlier I think. (I blame the delay on my fender past...
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Two thumbs up for the Euro LX!!! 
Before we head out to the family gathering, I finally had time to spend on fine tuning the new euro.
At this point I have very low action, minimal relief, and its just perfect to add a little edge to the grit.
I am VERY impressed with the tone pump, now that I have a trim pot version! I have it set to 25-30 percent, and don't have to use my input pad. (I've also converted to 18v)
Now I can use my TH500to full advantage, and am getting a gritty, aggressive tone without a mid control.
I've been considering a bk7, or some such, and an obp3, but have now decided to sit tight for awhile, and see how it goes.
I liked the rebop and the ns2jar a lot, and worried a bit I'd miss them.
However, I have no trade remorse at all. Should have gone neck through earlier I think. (I blame the delay on my fender past...
)Two thumbs up for the Euro LX!!!
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