TheGreek

Planet Earth - Duranx2

I recently ordered a Sterling SUB 5er (I blame @mcnach for posting his thread about his new Harley Benton) from the Hull branch of Cash Converters. Put aside your feelings for CC, I know that they're not everybody's favourite company. Bass arrived safely in a Gig bag but well packed in tons of bubble wrap (replenishing my dwindling stock) and several black bags. I was concerned when I saw it but my concerns were unfounded. It was intact and seemingly unharmed. I unpacked the spade bass - pretty sure it must have previously been owned by Alan Titchmarsh or Charlie Dimmock - the strings were filthy, probably never been changed by the looks of them, the bridge was caked in dirt and grime and the Maple board looked like it had been played by a motor mechanic during his lunch break. Strings off, I was able to clean all the parts thoroughly in about 15-20 minutes and underneath all that gunk is what looks like a very nice bass. Obviously fitted a new set of strings and deposited the old ones in the bin. Now, as a buyer, it arriving in a mess automatically puts my back up - it suggests that somebody along the line really didn't give a sheet - it took very little time to clean. Had it arrived in it's present condition (cleaned) I would have assumed that it had been well cared for. CC always seem to have a stock of (cheap) strings - if they'd changed them to a clean, new set it would, again, have suggested that somebody was interested in making a good impression. I'm making a couple of points here. Now I know that CC are a business and want to make as much money as they can, and they probably acquired the bass in this poor condition but surely it's better business to have happy customers (who are likely to return) than just taking money from their wallets only once. Secondly, knowing the business model that CC adopt - buy crap cheap, mark it up and sell it on - I'm guessing it came through their door in this condition, so really they're just passing it on as they got it - the poor maintenance is clearly as a result of it's previous owner's lack of care. What also astounds me is that somebody, who at one time paid good money for this, allows their instruments to get in this state. (It's only now occurring to me that it may not have found it's way to CC from it's genuine owner). I'm pretty sure (check my feedback here) that anybody who has ever traded with me has done so with the confidence that the merchandise has been well looked after and will arrive in good condition. Am I naïve in believing this?

That's where we all started - perseverance, my friend...

Goddess

Would make a great weapon to beat would be burglars

That round knob looks out of place with all those straight lines...

Got to admire his front..

One of my friends has a MM Ray - he's happy to play my basses but if I touch his it's like I touched his children...

Not a scratchplate person normally but I have a SUB 5 incoming and I'm thinking of a leather/suede cover for the plate...anything I need to worry about?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cover-Sofa-Bed-Scatter-Cushion-Marshall-Amp-For-Home-Decor-Biker-Rock-Motorcycle/174590215243?hash=item28a663444b:g:VuIAAOSww-Zf32zN Same seller: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mat-Sol-Marshall-Amp-Non-Slip-For-Home-Decoration-Biker-Rock-Motorbike/174581340140?_trkparms=aid%3D555021%26algo%3DPL.SIMRVI%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20201208142511%26meid%3D421fb16005eb4d179536bcf0a78540b5%26pid%3D100752%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26mehot%3Dpf%26sd%3D373427320385%26itm%3D174581340140%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplRVIAMLv5WebWithPLRVIOnTopCombiner&_trksid=p2047675.c100752.m1982

Probably not our friend Mr Mason... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tech21-SansAmp-Bass-Driver-DI-pre-amp-stomp-box-direct-box/124526764878?hash=item1cfe5fa34e:g:qCUAAOSwuppf~3Qs

Good point - I'm sure somebody makes rubber grommets that would fit, if needed.

I'd get one where the low B isn't falling off the fretboard.

I like the idea of this...No COVID restrictions??

Sold Brian a reversible Hard Rock Cafe Leather jacket. Easy transaction, loads of friendly correspondence. Clearly a valued member here, I can see why. Trade with confidence...

Bird of Prey - The Doors

I've managed to find a MM Sub 5er - I must be honest I don't like the scratchplate - anybody know if this can be removed?

Asa recent G&L convert I can confirm how good these are. Love my M2000 and the SB2 both tucked away while I concentrate on getting my head around playing 5ers. Enjoy the new toy...

Coming on nicely.... Somebody's going to be a lucky boy...

Brand loyalty from people who get nothing (directly) from the Company other than great service and confidence in the product. I bought a used amp from eBay - had it sent directly to Guy at Ashdown who serviced it and sent it to me AT NO COST!!! I didn't give them a penny but still benefitted from the legendary great CS.

Didn't sell...

IIRC 3%

This... Happy to deal with BCers - I think most of us value our reputation more than the quick buck we might make...

Mellow yellow - Donovan (local lad, you know)