SPECTOR® Club - Part 66

[worshiprocker]

Heh heh... back in the day playing 4,5,6 nights a week I had a remuda of 4-5 sets of strings that (if not new) were freshly boiled clean and put on the bass an hour before the show. And usually once a week I'd break a string and that would take out the set from use so I'd have to buy another set or grab one out of the last batch I bought. I played very aggressively with a pick, and the 50K watts of lights made me really sweat.

Now that it's a hobby and I play mostly with my fingers I haven't broken a string in many years. I don't boil any more. Just replace when they start sounding dead. Which is every couple of months. I kinda envy guys who can go a year or more with the same set of strings.

ya this summer has been killing me, more shows 110+ temps... strings are not lasting, the only thing saving them is bass rotation. And you bring up a good point. My NS2000/5 which basically is my home bass is fine. The strings have long outlasted my other basses.

I've never heard of someone comparing about a bad Spector so my expectations are high, I just don't like dishing out that much cash. Some time in the future when I'm less concerned about expenses I will probably stop by the Woodstock shop while the wife and I are on a road trip were trying to plan out. I have once before seen a Spector, legend I think, in one of the shops here but I didn't have time to try it out. Wish I did though.

No worries man, someday you will find one local and then you can post a pic for us to drool over

 

[Wolf Tower 5]

Ok, it has come time for me to dive head first into the world of DI. Previously all my experience was running into a switcher that ran straight to the board. Nothing add but a little compression for the guys at the board. Now I need something with a little more punch in the gut. It seems as if most spector players are using Tone Hammers or the Tech 21. Can anyone give me some ideas of what has worked for you and why. The EDEN WTDI was also mentioned but the reviews are mixed. Seems like the previous two mentioned really nail down the Spector tone. Any help or opinions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Basstovsky]

I tried to take a picture of my NS-5 outside today but my photography skills are just terrible and I guess a green bass tends to blend in with the grass a bit as well

The best thing you can do is have the sun shining on the bass itself where you want to photo, but not such that the sun is behind you causing you to have your shadow over the bass. I usually try to have the sun behind me but far to the left or right when taking photos of my basses.

Better yet, ask JPS, he's the photo pro! Way better than I can explain it I'm sure.

 

[Rod Harder]

I use the BDDI Deluxe, having 6 programmable presets and the analog signal path seems to work really well for me. Especially using different basses, having the ability to use a bank for each of two basses was really handy in a live situation. It has dual inputs as well so it was great to be able to use one bank for my Legend 4x with the TP Jr and another for the NS2A with the OBP-1. I was able to set a gritty dirty tone, a rounder more vintage tone and one somewhere in the middle for each bank. Worked great for me. YMMV.

 

[cableguy]

Ok, it has come time for me to dive head first into the world of DI. Previously all my experience was running into a switcher that ran straight to the board. Nothing add but a little compression for the guys at the board. Now I need something with a little more punch in the gut. It seems as if most spector players are using Tone Hammers or the Tech 21. Can anyone give me some ideas of what has worked for you and why. The EDEN WTDI was also mentioned but the reviews are mixed. Seems like the previous two mentioned really nail down the Spector tone. Any help or opinions would be greatly appreciated.

I use my BDDI straight to FOH a lot. It can get pretty damn close to the sound of my SVP-Pro/power amp. If I'm using my amp I always have the BDDI around for back-up.....

 

[superdick2112]

Ok, it has come time for me to dive head first into the world of DI. Previously all my experience was running into a switcher that ran straight to the board. Nothing add but a little compression for the guys at the board. Now I need something with a little more punch in the gut. It seems as if most spector players are using Tone Hammers or the Tech 21. Can anyone give me some ideas of what has worked for you and why. The EDEN WTDI was also mentioned but the reviews are mixed. Seems like the previous two mentioned really nail down the Spector tone. Any help or opinions would be greatly appreciated.

My fav DI is my EBS Microbass II.
It works for me because it has 2 separate but combinable channels, a very musical EQ section, pre/post EQ outs, adjustable overdrive, an effects loop, switchable tube simulation and a headphone out.
It records wonderfully, it makes an outstanding headphone rehearsal amp, and it sounds great as a live DI.
With a good PA & monitor system, I could play an entire gig with nothing more than my Spector, a cable and the Microbass.

 

[Relayer71]

I don't have a Spector nor have I ever had the chance to play one but I just want to say that I visit this club frequently just to look at these basses. IDK how they play but they are some of the best looking basses ever. The Spector club has the highest density of pictures of gorgeous basses than any other club here on TB. I rarely gas over gear just based on pictures but all your post actually make me want one. Unfortunately I cannot afford a new bass nor does any place around here ever have any in stock to try out. Thank you all for sharing the art you all own.

Sounds like me! For the past 2 years I've been coming here to marvel over these lovely Spector basses but something or other would come up and couldn't spring the cash for one. But I finally decided to get a Legend someone was selling even though I'd be breaking my tight budget.

I was just about to buy it when I came across a Rebop 4DXL. It was more than I was going to spend on the Legend but I just had to have it.

Part of the reason for being on a tight budget is going through a divorce - the wife, after 18 years of marriage, left me. I've spent the last 1.5 years in hell while we were separated, but living together. I tried to be a good father and husband, all while she kept my hope alive and used me while I pampered her and bent over backwards to make her happy. I could have bought a Spector last year but I basically spent everything on taking her out, buying her gifts, paying off the debt her irresponsibility got us both in. I put her before myself and everyone else. Like a fool.

Then, BAM - she served me with divorce papers. And shocked me with confessions and a total change of personality and moral standing. A midlife crisis, I guess. We're still living together for the kids, until the papers are final, she finds a job, and I find a place. On top of that, I have a kid starting college. Expenses, expenses. I was already feeling guilty about the $375 I was going to spend on the Legend - she always had a way of making me feel guilty for spending money on myself without even saying anything.

But music has had a huge part in keeping me sane and positive through all this and the hell that was major heart surgery less than 3 years ago and a pacemaker installation less than 2 years ago. I sold my only bass in December with plans to get another right away and couldn't. So while I thought hard over getting the Legend, a Rebop came up for sale. It was beautiful. With a fancy exotic wood top (Zebrawood) and in near mint condition (the "HZ" fading on one of the pickups and some very fine scratches on the back, but everything else was flawless). I would get this and she would not make me feel guilty over it. Not this time. If I heard, "why are you spending money on that, you don't need it", I would respond with, "what I do with MY money is none of your business" and leave it at that.

At that point, my confidence took over and I thought, "you know what? Screw her, I'm going to order me one of those custom Woodstock handmade Spectors!" but then I came back down to earth. Maybe later, after I move out.

But right then, I was feeling really good about myself, and overflowing with excitement, I took the subway down to Brooklyn and bought myself a Rebop. And proudly walked in with her, and in front of the EX, I unveiled my new toy to my 9 year old who said, "Daddy, that is an awesome bass!!!". And grinning with satisfaction, I replied, "It is, isn't it?"

 

[levis76]

Sounds like me! For the past 2 years I've been coming here to marvel over these lovely Spector basses but something or other would come up and couldn't spring the cash for one. But I finally decided to get a Legend someone was selling even though I'd be breaking my tight budget.

I was just about to buy it when I came across a Rebop 4DXL. It was more than I was going to spend on the Legend but I just had to have it.

Part of the reason for being on a tight budget is going through a divorce - the wife, after 18 years of marriage, left me. I've spent the last 1.5 years in hell while we were separated, but living together. I tried to be a good father and husband, all while she kept my hope alive and used me while I pampered her and bent over backwards to make her happy. I could have bought a Spector last year but I basically spent everything on taking her out, buying her gifts, paying off the debt her irresponsibility got us both in. I put her before myself and everyone else. Like a fool.

Then, BAM - she served me with divorce papers. And shocked me with confessions and a total change of personality and moral standing. A midlife crisis, I guess. We're still living together for the kids, until the papers are final, she finds a job, and I find a place. On top of that, I have a kid starting college. Expenses, expenses. I was already feeling guilty for spending the $375 I was going to spend on the Legend - she always had a way of making me feel guilty for spending money on myself without even saying anything.

But music has had a huge part in keeping me sane and positive through all this and the hell that was major heart surgery less than 3 years ago and a pacemaker installation less than 2 years ago. I sold my only bass in December with plans to get another right away and couldn't. So while I thought hard over getting the Legend, a Rebop came up for sale. It was beautiful. With a fancy exotic wood top (Zebrawood) and in near mint condition (the "HZ" fading on one of the pickups and some very fine scratches on the back, but everything else was flawless). I would get this and she would not make me feel guilty over it. Not this time. If I heard, "why are you spending money on that, you don't need it", I would respond with, "what I do with MY money is none of your business" and leave it at that.

At that point, my confidence took over and I thought, "you know what? Screw her, I'm going to order me one of those custom Woodstock handmade Spectors!" but then I came back down to earth. Maybe later, after I move out.

But right then, I was feeling really good about myself, and overflowing with excitement, I took the subway down to Brooklyn and bought myself a Rebop. And proudly walked in with her, and in front of the EX, I unveiled my new toy to my 9 year old who said, "Daddy, that is an awesome bass!!!". And grinning with satisfaction, I replied, "It is, isn't it?"

Sorry to hear about the (ex)wife and the ticker.

My first wife sold my Ibanez and Aria basses at a garage sale she had while I was out of town for work. She figured since I didn't play them very often, they were ok to get rid of. She let the Ibby go for $50, no huge loss, it wasn't really special, but the EMGs I had put in it were worth more than that, but the Aria she sold for $100. I had bought it while I was stationed in Japan. It was an SB-1000 in trans black and worth quite a bit more than $100. It took awhile, but I was eventually able to forgive and forget, but I had a harder time forgiving her for the affair she was maintaining while I was away working for the money she so liked to spend. Women.

Let's see some pix of this Zebop though!!

 

[delucajohn2000]

Sounds like me! For the past 2 years I've been coming here to marvel over these lovely Spector basses but something or other would come up and couldn't spring the cash for one. But I finally decided to get a Legend someone was selling even though I'd be breaking my tight budget.

I was just about to buy it when I came across a Rebop 4DXL. It was more than I was going to spend on the Legend but I just had to have it.

Part of the reason for being on a tight budget is going through a divorce - the wife, after 18 years of marriage, left me. I've spent the last 1.5 years in hell while we were separated, but living together. I tried to be a good father and husband, all while she kept my hope alive and used me while I pampered her and bent over backwards to make her happy. I could have bought a Spector last year but I basically spent everything on taking her out, buying her gifts, paying off the debt her irresponsibility got us both in. I put her before myself and everyone else. Like a fool.

Then, BAM - she served me with divorce papers. And shocked me with confessions and a total change of personality and moral standing. A midlife crisis, I guess. We're still living together for the kids, until the papers are final, she finds a job, and I find a place. On top of that, I have a kid starting college. Expenses, expenses. I was already feeling guilty for spending the $375 I was going to spend on the Legend - she always had a way of making me feel guilty for spending money on myself without even saying anything.

But music has had a huge part in keeping me sane and positive through all this and the hell that was major heart surgery less than 3 years ago and a pacemaker installation less than 2 years ago. I sold my only bass in December with plans to get another right away and couldn't. So while I thought hard over getting the Legend, a Rebop came up for sale. It was beautiful. With a fancy exotic wood top (Zebrawood) and in near mint condition (the "HZ" fading on one of the pickups and some very fine scratches on the back, but everything else was flawless). I would get this and she would not make me feel guilty over it. Not this time. If I heard, "why are you spending money on that, you don't need it", I would respond with, "what I do with MY money is none of your business" and leave it at that.

At that point, my confidence took over and I thought, "you know what? Screw her, I'm going to order me one of those custom Woodstock handmade Spectors!" but then I came back down to earth. Maybe later, after I move out.

But right then, I was feeling really good about myself, and overflowing with excitement, I took the subway down to Brooklyn and bought myself a Rebop. And proudly walked in with her, and in front of the EX, I unveiled my new toy to my 9 year old who said, "Daddy, that is an awesome bass!!!". And grinning with satisfaction, I replied, "It is, isn't it?"

I'm right there with you dude. I am going through a divorce myself so I know exactly what you are going through and it is not fun. My situation is a bit different and she will be the one moving out while I stay in the house with custody of my daughter but she gets to stay until this whole thing is finalized which can take forever. I tell myself, the people that make these laws up definitely haven't been through a divorce since it is just nuts.

I'm glad you bought the bass you wanted and your kid complimenting it saying how awesome it is just makes it all that much better. These are the things that make us happy and keep us somewhat sane so we can get through these crazy times.

 

[Rod Harder]

Sounds like me! For the past 2 years I've been coming here to marvel over these lovely Spector basses but something or other would come up and couldn't spring the cash for one. But I finally decided to get a Legend someone was selling even though I'd be breaking my tight budget.

I was just about to buy it when I came across a Rebop 4DXL. It was more than I was going to spend on the Legend but I just had to have it.

Part of the reason for being on a tight budget is going through a divorce - the wife, after 18 years of marriage, left me. I've spent the last 1.5 years in hell while we were separated, but living together. I tried to be a good father and husband, all while she kept my hope alive and used me while I pampered her and bent over backwards to make her happy. I could have bought a Spector last year but I basically spent everything on taking her out, buying her gifts, paying off the debt her irresponsibility got us both in. I put her before myself and everyone else. Like a fool.

Then, BAM - she served me with divorce papers. And shocked me with confessions and a total change of personality and moral standing. A midlife crisis, I guess. We're still living together for the kids, until the papers are final, she finds a job, and I find a place. On top of that, I have a kid starting college. Expenses, expenses. I was already feeling guilty for spending the $375 I was going to spend on the Legend - she always had a way of making me feel guilty for spending money on myself without even saying anything.

But music has had a huge part in keeping me sane and positive through all this and the hell that was major heart surgery less than 3 years ago and a pacemaker installation less than 2 years ago. I sold my only bass in December with plans to get another right away and couldn't. So while I thought hard over getting the Legend, a Rebop came up for sale. It was beautiful. With a fancy exotic wood top (Zebrawood) and in near mint condition (the "HZ" fading on one of the pickups and some very fine scratches on the back, but everything else was flawless). I would get this and she would not make me feel guilty over it. Not this time. If I heard, "why are you spending money on that, you don't need it", I would respond with, "what I do with MY money is none of your business" and leave it at that.

At that point, my confidence took over and I thought, "you know what? Screw her, I'm going to order me one of those custom Woodstock handmade Spectors!" but then I came back down to earth. Maybe later, after I move out.

But right then, I was feeling really good about myself, and overflowing with excitement, I took the subway down to Brooklyn and bought myself a Rebop. And proudly walked in with her, and in front of the EX, I unveiled my new toy to my 9 year old who said, "Daddy, that is an awesome bass!!!". And grinning with satisfaction, I replied, "It is, isn't it?"

Wishing you all the best for your future, trust me, it will get better. I was left with 2 daughters less than 5 years old and $25K in debt and a wife that literally disappeared for 2 years to go and "find herself". I got a divorce and custody in absentia and proceeded to manage to raise 2 daughters as a single Dad and play almost every other weekend until I met my current wife almost 4 years later. Music pretty much got me through an incredibly hard time and I made it with a lot of support from lots of great people including some right here on TB more than a decade ago. The Spector Club is a GREAT bunch of people - Welcome!

 

[FunkySpoo]

I like the cobalts. Great tone. As they age, my fingers seem to get stuck on the strings as I slide up the fretboard (or down). I've been using Elixirs for several years now. Takes a year before they go dull.

Yup. I just replaced a set of Elixers after 16 months. I figured they have to be worn out by now. But I put the new ones on and they don't sound all that different from the old ones. I just love them. Brand new they sound like a set of rounds that's been on for about a week and they stay that way for what seems to be for ever. Some people hate them but I love them.

 

[FunkySpoo]

Sounds like me! For the past 2 years I've been coming here to marvel over these lovely Spector basses but something or other would come up and couldn't spring the cash for one. But I finally decided to get a Legend someone was selling even though I'd be breaking my tight budget.

I was just about to buy it when I came across a Rebop 4DXL. It was more than I was going to spend on the Legend but I just had to have it.

Part of the reason for being on a tight budget is going through a divorce - the wife, after 18 years of marriage, left me. I've spent the last 1.5 years in hell while we were separated, but living together. I tried to be a good father and husband, all while she kept my hope alive and used me while I pampered her and bent over backwards to make her happy. I could have bought a Spector last year but I basically spent everything on taking her out, buying her gifts, paying off the debt her irresponsibility got us both in. I put her before myself and everyone else. Like a fool.

Then, BAM - she served me with divorce papers. And shocked me with confessions and a total change of personality and moral standing. A midlife crisis, I guess. We're still living together for the kids, until the papers are final, she finds a job, and I find a place. On top of that, I have a kid starting college. Expenses, expenses. I was already feeling guilty about the $375 I was going to spend on the Legend - she always had a way of making me feel guilty for spending money on myself without even saying anything.

But music has had a huge part in keeping me sane and positive through all this and the hell that was major heart surgery less than 3 years ago and a pacemaker installation less than 2 years ago. I sold my only bass in December with plans to get another right away and couldn't. So while I thought hard over getting the Legend, a Rebop came up for sale. It was beautiful. With a fancy exotic wood top (Zebrawood) and in near mint condition (the "HZ" fading on one of the pickups and some very fine scratches on the back, but everything else was flawless). I would get this and she would not make me feel guilty over it. Not this time. If I heard, "why are you spending money on that, you don't need it", I would respond with, "what I do with MY money is none of your business" and leave it at that.

At that point, my confidence took over and I thought, "you know what? Screw her, I'm going to order me one of those custom Woodstock handmade Spectors!" but then I came back down to earth. Maybe later, after I move out.

But right then, I was feeling really good about myself, and overflowing with excitement, I took the subway down to Brooklyn and bought myself a Rebop. And proudly walked in with her, and in front of the EX, I unveiled my new toy to my 9 year old who said, "Daddy, that is an awesome bass!!!". And grinning with satisfaction, I replied, "It is, isn't it?"

Sorry to hear about the (ex)wife and the ticker.

My first wife sold my Ibanez and Aria basses at a garage sale she had while I was out of town for work. She figured since I didn't play them very often, they were ok to get rid of. She let the Ibby go for $50, no huge loss, it wasn't really special, but the EMGs I had put in it were worth more than that, but the Aria she sold for $100. I had bought it while I was stationed in Japan. It was an SB-1000 in trans black and worth quite a bit more than $100. It took awhile, but I was eventually able to forgive and forget, but I had a harder time forgiving her for the affair she was maintaining while I was away working for the money she so liked to spend. Women.

Let's see some pix of this Zebop though!!

I'm right there with you dude. I am going through a divorce myself so I know exactly what you are going through and it is not fun. My situation is a bit different and she will be the one moving out while I stay in the house with custody of my daughter but she gets to stay until this whole thing is finalized which can take forever. I tell myself, the people that make these laws up definitely haven't been through a divorce since it is just nuts.

I'm glad you bought the bass you wanted and your kid complimenting it saying how awesome it is just makes it all that much better. These are the things that make us happy and keep us somewhat sane so we can get through these crazy times.

My wife is going to get a super huge hug and a kiss when I get home. I'm really sorry you guys have had or are having so much trouble with the spouses. Hope things work out for the best for you guys.

Rick

 

[Torn Bassist]

ya this summer has been killing me, more shows 110+ temps... strings are not lasting, the only thing saving them is bass rotation. And you bring up a good point. My NS2000/5 which basically is my home bass is fine. The strings have long outlasted my other basses.

No worries man, someday you will find one local and then you can post a pic for us to drool over

The rotation of basses has always helped me out, the Jazz would be the bass I play less and keep at home mostly due to the 1.5 nut and my long fingers (cramps the hand when playing over 40 songs). You really have to keep on top of the strings when you have a lot of basses being played and I do let some of them go a little longer than I should and probably because I play aggressive and kind of like a broke-in string sound....finding the sweet spot of the string with my technique I guess!

 

[gard0300]

Hey fellas. Just bought this Euro LX from Denny Coon (great guy) here on TB. Wonderful bass and I'm thinking I may be a Spector guy here soon. This bass plays fantastic. Sonically, it was just what I was looking for in my next bass. Not sure if this club does numbers, but I'd be honored to have one.
I sent her out yesterday to Justin Kennedy in Fairfield, Ohio to have a complete set up done. I can hardly wait to get her back!!!
I finally see what all the Spector love is all about.

 

[superdick2112]

Yup. I just replaced a set of Elixers after 16 months. I figured they have to be worn out by now. But I put the new ones on and they don't sound all that different from the old ones. I just love them. Brand new they sound like a set of rounds that's been on for about a week and they stay that way for what seems to be for ever. Some people hate them but I love them.

I was never a big fan of the Elixers for my Spectors - they just don't seem to have enough brightness for me, but that was the main reason I used to keep my Stingray strung with them - to tame the excessively bright 3-band EQ on that bass.
But... I may have to try a set again.
I've had the same set of Elixers on my ESP guitar since I bought it almost two months ago, and after pummeling them for daily for 2 - 3 hours, they are still sounding good.
Amazing, as I usually go through a set of regular nickel guitar strings in about 7 - 10 days.
My NS-2 loves D'Addario Prosteels, but a set of Elixers might just work on my Euro or NS-4....

 

[johnsonabq]

Hey fellas. Just bought this Euro LX from Denny Coon (great guy) here on TB. Wonderful bass and I'm thinking I may be a Spector guy here soon. This bass plays fantastic. Sonically, it was just what I was looking for in my next bass. Not sure if this club does numbers, but I'd be honored to have one.
I sent her out yesterday to Justin Kennedy in Fairfield, Ohio to have a complete set up done. I can hardly wait to get her back!!!
I finally see what all the Spector love is all about. View attachment 357375

I saw this out there. Nice bass. I was thinking of it myself but I went for another Euro4 from one of the guys here.

Send a PM with pic to tracebassplayer. He'll give you a number.

 

[superdick2112]

Hey fellas. Just bought this Euro LX from Denny Coon (great guy) here on TB. Wonderful bass and I'm thinking I may be a Spector guy here soon. This bass plays fantastic. Sonically, it was just what I was looking for in my next bass. Not sure if this club does numbers, but I'd be honored to have one.
I sent her out yesterday to Justin Kennedy in Fairfield, Ohio to have a complete set up done. I can hardly wait to get her back!!!
I finally see what all the Spector love is all about. View attachment 357375

Congrats!
The Euros are not only great playing & wicked sounding basses, they are also one of the best values in a new or used bass.

You've posted a pic, so send a PM to Tracebassplayer requesting a club number, and welcome to the Land of Tone!

 

[tomydacat]

Hey fellas. Just bought this Euro LX from Denny Coon (great guy) here on TB. Wonderful bass and I'm thinking I may be a Spector guy here soon. This bass plays fantastic. Sonically, it was just what I was looking for in my next bass. Not sure if this club does numbers, but I'd be honored to have one.
I sent her out yesterday to Justin Kennedy in Fairfield, Ohio to have a complete set up done. I can hardly wait to get her back!!!
I finally see what all the Spector love is all about. View attachment 357375

Welcome to the family the FAUX FORTE and Forte's are definitely one of my favs. VERY STEALTH looking.. you will own more soon

 

[FunkySpoo]

I was never a big fan of the Elixers for my Spectors - they just don't seem to have enough brightness for me, but that was the main reason I used to keep my Stingray strung with them - to tame the excessively bright 3-band EQ on that bass.
But... I may have to try a set again.
I've had the same set of Elixers on my ESP guitar since I bought it almost two months ago, and after pummeling them for daily for 2 - 3 hours, they are still sounding good.
Amazing, as I usually go through a set of regular nickel guitar strings in about 7 - 10 days.
My NS-2 loves D'Addario Prosteels, but a set of Elixers might just work on my Euro or NS-4....

Elixer released their steel strings recently. Maybe those would work?

 

[superdick2112]

Elixer released their steel strings recently. Maybe those would work?

Now we're talking.

That might be just what the Doctor ordered...