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[quote name='Japhet' timestamp='1472894770' post='3125101'] Could never get into them because of the wailing vocals. Probably missing out on some great bass playing but don't think I can bear it. [/quote] Check out the first two records.

To be fair, I have noticed this about Adrian, sent him a couple of emails and nothing. However as soon as I sent it from a different account I got a reply back in a couple of seconds, not sure if that means anything, but you never know. Email systems can be weird sometimes.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1472823692' post='3124556'] Yep, both of my Jakes have custom specc'd neck dimensions. [/quote] Out of curiosity, how did you measure it? I went online and sourced the specs for one of my Fender's but it doesn't feel quite right, a little less chunky that I wanted, but still pretty nice and very, very close.

[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1472818973' post='3124502'] indeed! That's the first thing I would do, in fact. My first Maruszczyk was pretty much a stock Jake, only I specified the neck dimensions and finish, that's all. I don't think it added to the cost. The finish did, marginally, but not the neck size specs. [/quote] My first Jake wasn't much more than a stock one, however I did specify for a light body and ultralite tuners too. Can't see neck dimensions changing anything. Infact I've just trawled through my emails with Adrian, he said that neck isn't factored in the price difference as it's the same work.

[quote name='kendall' timestamp='1472813309' post='3124435'] No I'm not jealous at all!!! Lovely! [/quote] Gorgeous basses, I love mine.

Infinite Dreams is a classic, it's one to learn, for sure, the way it builds and doesn't follow the guitar is interesting, really hard to transcribe too (At least the verses are) Harris is a player I've always admired for sure.

[quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1472768089' post='3124185'] Well, got quite a long way through discussions - I think he might have got fed up with me asking now :/ Trouble is everything you say the price goes up and the more you realise you want. But if I am going to spend that much on a bass it has to be perfect. Thats my only real concern, without trying one, if its not perfect, that is a large amount of money down the tubes. I mean I am sure it will be technically perfect, but if it has some clunky neck I can't get on with, then you do lose a lot. Still, damn gorgeous looking things, and if he gets back to me I think I am going to end up with something quite soon! [/quote] Can spec the neck dimensions at no extra cost IIRC.

Long time no see thread. Ordered a bass from his Mensinger brand a while ago, would I be able to post it in here when I receive it? Adrian was as helpful and accommodating as ever, really happy to work with him on my bass ideas. Especially when my first Jake came out really, really well.

This is a very strange thread. Why would you post a bass of that value without asking for some sort of proof that the seller is legit first? Also: In light of the situation, I'm not sure what there is that can be done aside from police/Facebook pages. If he's a serial offender, why hasn't he been caught by now? Also: In the future, I'd by a UV pen and write some details somewhere on the Bass. The Police will be able to uncover it and contact you. I know it's not much help now, but it could be useful in the future. I hope you get your bass back.

[quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1464867244' post='3063263'] I think it's safe to say that even with the current noticed price hike for custom builds, Adrian's instruments are still really good value for money. I'm certainly thinking of another build (the wife is sitting opposite me as I type this, I hope she can't read upside down). EDIT: oops, busted! [/quote]

Man I am so tempted to try and get one of these, just in case I have any rehearsals in anyone's loft again... My Supercompact was well, too big for it! Amazingly.

Going to have to order it when I finish for the term. Got a few things to repair before I can commit to a build sadly. One of which being my mac screen after it was dropped, but still. Nearly there with funds though. So optimistic I can get this done! In terms of a reverse headstock that's matching do you guys think that Dark Red or gold would be better suited to it? Been having this debate with myself for a while, was wondering what you guys thought.

I'm currently at 10 basses. No idea how that happened!

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1464808985' post='3062834'] I'm not entirely sure the 'standard' CS pedigree means much these days. They're mostly off-the-shelf. My Maruszczyks are built to a target spec & weight, have necks profiled to my preference, the exact hardware I want. [/quote] Which is why I love mine. Can spec the neck and the weight. Perfect for my back.

[quote name='JTUK' timestamp='1464804257' post='3062776'] See, that's kind of my problem, I don't rate the CS build. [/quote] Never played a CS. Why didn't you like them?

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1464788290' post='3062541'] What is this "down-sizing" of which you speak? [url="http://s1128.photobucket.com/user/h4ppyjack/media/Basses%20CURRENT/General%20View%203_zpsnemdrfq5.jpg.html"][/url] [/quote] Now that's a collection I can get behind!

[quote name='Machines' timestamp='1464780919' post='3062414'] I've gone through about 25 instrument in the past 14 years, it has been an expensive but fun journey through many different types of basses until I found out what it is I generally get on with. Every one I have sold has had a good reason for me not using it, and I am sure my acquisitions will slow down a lot now I have such a versatile range I can do anything with. There is nothing I don't love and I can't think of anything i'd swap them for (price relative). [/quote] Same boat, there's a couple that I really love in my bass arsenal. But there's also a couple that I don't use due to needing repairs or just not sounding as good, but they're good work horses, you know? I think I'm on seven basses or so now? So many guitars, but I might get rid of a couple at some point and go for a high end ESP or something.

I should buy a second Super Compact now...

[quote name='Schnozzalee' timestamp='1464558683' post='3060375'] I've owned 7 instruments at once, but now I currently have 2 and would like to make it 3. I've cut back opting for quality and I'm happier now that I can't pick out issues, or things that need upgraded etc and I get on with my playing. You can try and get lucky with the budget thing, or blow £2k+, but I think that £1.5k mark is as good as it gets from a practical point of view - 1 or 2 of those and you're set for life. [/quote] Currently sitting on over ten or so instruments. Which to be honest is eating up my room space. Especially the cases, but there's some for sentimental value I'll never get rid of, you know?

[quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1464716644' post='3061799'] Everything fits as if they've been made for each other, rather than just raiding the parts bin. [/quote] Lovely.

[quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1464700593' post='3061539'] I've had a '63, a US and a MIM Roadworn P. I have also had US and MIM Jazzes. I'll discount the '63, as that was something very different due to its age, but the others, by comparison to my Elwood L, felt very 'put together'; a collection of parts (albeit a well put together collection of parts - for the most part). The Elwood L feels more organic and hand crafted, which, of course, it is. [/quote] Interesting, so it feels like one whole thing as opposed to parts? Gotcha.

pics? Was looking at one of their six strings on Ebay!

[quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1464694686' post='3061453'] Still cheaper than a mass produced Fender US Standard (£1400 at Guitar Guitar) and street loads cheaper than a Custom Shop which would the comparable build. Man alive I really sound like a fanboy! Probably true, but with good reason [/quote] Correct me if I'm wrong but didn't you play US P's for a bit? How are they in comparison? I've never actually played a USA Fender!

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1464689910' post='3061387'] It seems that Adrians prices have gone up a little, but still worth it in my mind. I asked for Dark Rosewood on my build too, isn't as dark as ebony, just looks like nice rosewood after a good oiling. Si [/quote] Oh it's worth it if my first one is anything to go by, I'll get a second one from him and if they're as good as the first I'll sell a couple of basses and get a couple of Jazz's from him. I just don't remember him charging for reversed headstocks and things when I originally asked about it with my first build

Sorry for the double post here:but have the prices for Adrian gone up slightly? Build I'm planning is at least 100/200 more expensive than my last one and it's similar in spec. But I'm not sure, also WOT how dark is dark rosewood? I know you asked for some, but is it almost like ebony or is it slightly lighter?