SPECTOR® Club - Part 73

[worshiprocker]

So should I be expecting my 01 Euro 5 to be a little heavier then my Euro 5LX? Not a huge deal, but I may have to get a better balanced strap if that's the case.
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My Euro 4 was heavier than my Euro 4lx

I just got a response from Todd and yes, you can order a 35" on an NS4. It's a $499 upcharge.

ouch thats a bit.... I remember there being some concern about getting a NS-2 in 35" so maybe that is a new option.

I'll use ProSteels in a pinch if I need strings and the mom/pop shop I get strings from doesn't have DR in stock, but there's just a built in sound that D'Addario strings have that doesn't sound right to me, like an overtone thing that doesn't sit well - not sure how else to describe it. I know strings are such a personal preference thing - one of my roomies is a bass player and he hates the sound of my DR's - he buys the cheap strings from Musician's Friend (whomever makes their house brand) that to me sound like kite twine but he loves them.

that overtone thing is why I don't like Rotosounds.... but you nailed it, strings are such a personal choice.

I'm trying the Pros in an effort to save money. They're a lot cheaper but if I don't like the tone that won't make a difference and I'm back to DRs.

I prefer D'addario to just about any string. I also like Dunlops and DRs but the D'addarios just work for me

Not quite. You certainly can get a USA 35" scale 4.
So why does Robbie Merrill play Euros???
Because he's a southpaw. Believe it or not (and I think JPS pointed this out also) you can't currently get any USA as a lefty (unless something has changed recently).

I always get that confused...

 

[bassarama]

Just a FEELER.

Does anyone out there have an all original CLEAN Kramer Era Spector 5 string WILLING to trade/deal with an all original clean L series 65 Fender Jazz bass. Sunburst finish ??

Pm me with details of your bass and I can send you pics/info details on the 65 Jazz.

Thanks

 

[LagBox]

Hey Spector Club,

I know some of you are fretless players, how much 'mwah' do you get out of your fretless spectors?

I'm curious because my *fretted* NS2-A can 'mwah' all day long, and I was imagining the unbelievable mwah which an equivalent fretless bass could yield.

 

[husky123]

Just a FEELER.



Does anyone out there have an all original CLEAN Kramer Era Spector 5 string WILLING to trade/deal with an all original clean L series 65 Fender Jazz bass. Sunburst finish ??



Pm me with details of your bass and I can send you pics/info details on the 65 Jazz.



Thanks

You'd have better luck trying to take a musket from Charlton Heston.

 

[johnsonabq]

You'd have better lucky trying to take a musket from Charlton Heston.

LMAO!

 

[cableguy]

You'd have better luck trying to take a musket from Charlton Heston.

FN funny line......

 

[cableguy]

And a merry Christmas to all the Spector brethren.

Just finishing up playing santa and I'm going down for the count, been a long day.

 

[catcauphonic]

The Mrs & I are on our way to a house party a few blocks away. I know 2 of the occupants pretty good, and the 3rd (a gal) has 2 Ampeg fridges in her basement space. I'm hoping to get to know her a little better tonight

I hope santa is good to you guys and your families and friends this year. Merry Christmas! (Krampus, Festivus, etc.)

 

[anton72]

Hey Spector Club,

I know some of you are fretless players, how much 'mwah' do you get out of your fretless spectors?

I'm curious because my *fretted* NS2-A can 'mwah' all day long, and I was imagining the unbelievable mwah which an equivalent fretless bass could yield.

I wonder how you can get fretless "mwah" sound from a fretted bass...Unless you mean something different by "mwah". I have fretless NS-2 and it does that. Lowest action as possible, roll balance knob about 30% to neck pup and play closer to neck.

 

[Mr.Bassie720]

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It's gotta be nice to know the person with the combination to the vault! Pure niceness. What preamp is in the 4 string? HAZ?

 

[LimaGuy]

For those who celebrate, Merry Christmas. Hoping Santa brings a new Spector to some members of the club.

 

[puremetal33]

Have a safe, festive and happy holiday guys!

 

[bassgiant15]

Merry Christmas to my Spector ppl!

 

[Betrayer_Bass]

Merry Christmas guys!

 

[iceboxbass]

That's cool, mine is dated 12/22/12 and has the BEM board. Patrick has said that this wood will age and the pattern will get darker, it's kind of hard to notice but I think the pattern is a little more pronounced on my bass than what it was when it arrived....something to look forward to!

I've not noticed this on mine.

 

[iceboxbass]

Merry Christmas to all! From the Mrs. and I.

 

[Worldeeeter]

Heh heh... Yeah, I'm the one who told you.



Except them they are pricey.

That's right - you did!
I wouldn't say they are that expensive. I pay around $28 for a 4-string set at a retail store. It's more than worth it for the reliability.

 

[Worldeeeter]

Merry Christmas to all! From the Mrs. and I.

Merry Xmas, Mike! Great pics.

 

[Mr.Bassie720]

MERRY CHRISTMAS and happy Holidays!

 

[Holdsg]

Merry Christmas y'all