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Bought a 2u rack from Ian. Great communication and a fab piece of kit. Highly recommended :-)

Result!

Looking forward, as always to seeing and playing the new Spector basses..... maybe the new GK Plex..... and definitely the new Darkglass amp. Apart from that, I will have earplugs in and desperately trying to avoid the slapfest nonsense it normally descends into....

I messaged the seller asking how he knew it was made in Korea, if it was stamped in neck joint or cavity with 'made in Korea'... and what the serial number was..... His reply - "because my neighbour says so and it looks well made". Well there's reassurance for you!

No major GAS for now The only thing I'm really interested in is the new Spector Timbre acoustic bass ([url="http://www.spectorbass.com/Timbre"]http://www.spectorbass.com/Timbre)[/url] Other than that - I wouldn't mind a used USA ultraviolet qulted maple (dark purple) Spector NS2 if one came up for an affordable price....

[quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1481537911' post='3192961'] Love the Doobies rhythm unit, particularly on What were once Vices are now Habits album [/quote] Tiran is a monster bassist.... and a helluva nice guy. As a huge Doobie fan I've been honoured to get to know him as a personal friend, visit his house and play on his bass collection! He almost exclusively plays fretless these days and builds his own frankenstein basses..... I LOVE his playing on all the albums - but the Tom Johnston era (particularly Vices & Stampede) is my fave. He prefers his own playing on the 'Michael McDonald' One Step Closer though....

Congrats! I never should have sold mine.... used to have a lovely dark blue one

I have: 4 x Gallien Krueger GK800RBs 3 x Gallien Krueger GK400RBs 1 x Ampeg SVTIII-Pro 1 x Carvin B1500 1 x Sansamp RBI & 1 Sansanp RPM - into a Yamaha 1U Power Amp 1 x Mesa/Boogie 2x15 Diesel Cab 1 x Genz Benz NX2 212T Cab 1 x Hartke 410XL Cab & 60+ basses....

Not in order John Deacon (Queen) Rutger Gunnarsson (Abba) Martin Tiefensee (Lake) Tiran Porter (Doobie Brothers) Dee Murray (Elton John) Peter Cetera (Chicago) Joe Puerta (Ambrosia) Tom Scholz (Boston) (really!) David Paton (Pilot/Alan Parsons Project etc) Paul Goddard (Atlanta Rhythm Section) + Geddy Lee, Steve Harris, Billy Sheehan, Gene Simmons, Eddie Jackson etc etc

[quote name='FuNkShUi' timestamp='1481817464' post='3195430'] If they're anything like my Warwick , they'll be ok [/quote] No, they're much better.... and they're not copies.

[quote name='Paulhauser' timestamp='1481738092' post='3194743'] Depending on your budget there are a couple of options and generally Spectors are of great value at every price level from Korean made Legends, through Czech made Euros to the US made top of the range basses. I personally use a couple of Euro basses and they are the best basses for me. i've had 50+ basses throughout the years and these are the most suitable for my playing style. I really love the ergonomics and the distinct sound. I would not say it's a hifi sound, depends a lot on which model, which pickup option we are talking about. The neck is not chunky at all....but it is quite subjective anyway. [/quote] THIS ^^^ The best all-round basses for build, sound, playability, value for money etc I've EVER played in my 30+ years.... and I've played or owned most of the top makes in that time. Add to the above the BEST and most personal customer service I've ever had from an instrument company and I'd say you're onto a winner.... They also look sexy lol!

These have been out for a couple of months. Hoping to see one or more in Bass Direct so I can try them out.... or maybe at the Bass Show. Getting great reviews on the US bass sites though!

Bought a great SSD bass from Niels! Fantastic communication and the bass was sent very well packed. Highly recommended! Thanks Niels!

Hi mate, I have no personal experience but have only heard good things. Request to join the wonderful 'Spector Bass Nation' on Facebook and there's sure to be someone helpful on there who can give you a first hand review. Gary

That's gorgeous! Congrats

[quote name='Coilte' timestamp='1476781682' post='3157102'] To each their own, but I was never much into the bass as a solo instrument. No doubt there are great artists doing this. For me, while it may not be "nirvana," I have always loved Peter Cetera's playing on the early (first four) CHICAGO albums, especially their first one, "Chicago Transit Authority". His playing was influential in me taking up the bass, and today I often listen to and admire his playing on these albums. [/quote] THIS ^^ A genuinely underrated and brilliant bassist!

[quote name='BritBass 2' timestamp='1476739847' post='3156916'] My trusty old '87 Kramer NS 2. [/quote] A classic beauty

[quote name='Paulhauser' timestamp='1475524505' post='3146689'] For a rock band it is hard to beat a Spector. Queensryche, Alice in chains, Skid Row, Cannibal Corpse, Judas Priest and a host of other well known and iconic rock bands' bassist all used and still use Spector basses. I'd say you go for a EURO 4. It has PJ pickups, active electronics, slim neck, contoured body. They'd fit into your budget even new, but used they go around 800-900 GBP (or less sometimes) It will give you different tone options compared to your P bass. [/quote] This. You can't beat a Spector for rock music