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The "you snooze, you lose!" thread

Discussion in 'Bass Humor & Gig Stories [BG]' started by NickInMesa, Jul 31, 2009.

  1. Jul 31, 2009 #1
    NickInMesa

    NickInMesa

    Jan 1, 2009
    Mesa, Arizona
    Maybe this could be an idea for a new thread. I am interested in hearing your stories. Ever lost a great opportunity for gear or gig because you were too slow?

    Early 80's Electra (Westone) X630N for $150, it was in great shape, just a couple dings on the body, the bridge could be replaced, and it was FRETLESS. I would have paid $150 without arguing (as it was worth it).

    I spotted it yesterday afternoon, I kept telling myself I needed to go get it right away. I thought "Nah, an old bass like that, kids will not want to buy it..."

    I took appointment for tonight after work and the guy just emailed me to tell me it's gone.

    A gui**** (!!!!) showed up to buy one of his guitars and offered more money.

    Lesson learned.
     

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  2. Jul 31, 2009 #2
    knigel

    knigel

    Apr 20, 2009
    Massamachusetts
    I'm the Squier of Fenderbirds
    Sounds like a good thread to me.

    Guild JS-1 modded to be a JS-2 (well sort of) with DiMarzio Model 1s and BAII bridge.

    For 150 dollars.

    Sent my email saying "Good God Yes I want it gimme gimme" but Yahoo or the internet ate it. Went to someone else when I figured out what happened. BOOOO INTERNET.
     
  3. Jul 31, 2009 #3
    trunkshope6

    trunkshope6

    Jun 11, 2006
    Southern California
    some guy was selling a mim fender p bass with a lil combo amp for 100 bucks,as soon as i emailed him to ask if it was a real fender or a squire it was already sold