silverfoxnik

[quote name='uzzell' post='691847' date='Dec 22 2009, 09:15 PM']Well I thought it would be worth a try. Happy Christmas to you too.[/quote] And to you too!

Welcome to Basschat implo! Nice to have more overseas members, especially if they're originally from Blighty. Hope you like it; I think it's fair to say that it's good around here...

[quote name='uzzell' post='692279' date='Dec 23 2009, 12:55 PM']Recently purchased a stunning Sandberg 5 string off silverfoxnik but have the desire to convert it to a high C. Anyone know where I migth be able to get this done? I wouldn't want to risk it myself. Cheers[/quote] Hi Chris Maybe Sandberg would do one for you; I'm sure they'll have been asked for one before? Website is: [url="http://www.sandberg-guitars.de/"]http://www.sandberg-guitars.de/[/url] or email: holger stonjek at: [email protected] Good luck! Nik

[quote name='uzzell' post='691431' date='Dec 22 2009, 12:45 PM']Recently undertook a 250 mile round trip in the snow to meet with Nik and purchase a damn fine Sandberg JJ5. What can I say that hasnt already been said? Nik is a top guy!! The whole expeirence was made an utter pleasure by his warm hospitality and friendly nature. The weeks leading up to the sale, Nik was in constant contact with fully informative emails, information and advice and on the day itself he went out of his way to make sure I was happy with the purchase. Nik is someone I would definately do another 250 miles for if he was to sell his Wal Some earlier in the thread described Nik as one of the 'good guys' I cant echo this sentiment enough. Certainly a man to do business with.[/quote] Thanks Chris - the feeling is mutual! having said that, no amount a flattery is going to get me to part with the Wal.. Have a good Xmas mate!

I have totally sympathy for anyone here who's been mucked about on a deal, whether buying/selling or trading.. It's usually the lack of communication and rudeness that is most upsetting, because they're the things that don't actually cost anything when dealing with someone! Thankfully, it's not happened to me yet and I hope that I've not done the same thing to others here inadvertently..but sometimes life does throw an unexpected spanner in the works! Almost without exception, everyone I've met through Basschat has been absolutely fantastic and a pleasure to deal with and I can't see that changing even with the membership growing as rapidly as it is.

[quote name='NJE' post='689565' date='Dec 20 2009, 10:24 AM']Well thats just marvelous, now I am finding the website a joy to browse which is creating some major GAS. Nice website, much much better and nice and clear. Good stuff and thanks for letting us know.[/quote] +1

[quote name='whynot' post='688243' date='Dec 18 2009, 11:52 AM']Enjoyed viewing this, thanks for posting.[/quote] +1

Yes.. about double I think..

Just sold a Sandberg JJ5 bass to Chris who is a great guy, and a fine player too! Many thanks to Ms. Uzzell (Hanna) for providing much needed transport on the day and for her patience in listening to me waffle on about all things bass with Chris.. Hope you enjoy the bass Chris!

Sold a 1x10 cab recently to Steve and though there were a few technical issues with it all, he was a pleasure to deal with throughout! To quote him, he's 'one of the good guys' here on BC and I'd be more than happy to deal with him again anytime.. Thanks Steve!

[quote name='lemmywinks' post='687118' date='Dec 17 2009, 10:49 AM']Bought a little bass cab of Nik, top bloke and went out of his way to kmake sure i was happy with it One of the good guys![/quote] Thanks Steve! The feeling is mutual.. Nik

That is gorgeous! Knowing some of the basses you've owned or still own Gareth, that's high praise indeed!! I think it's the simplicity of it's design that catches the eye most...

[quote name='Beedster' post='684628' date='Dec 14 2009, 10:40 PM']The only cab I've owned heavier than the Mesa Boogie was that H&K 4x10 I got from you Nik. Took three of us to get it up the stairs at gigs [/quote] Very true; we used to call it 'the beast' in my band for that very reason! Funnily enough, I was thinking about ith the other day Chris.. remembering how good it sounded in fact!! With my old GK 700RB head and my Wal it sounded fabulous...

[quote name='thumperbob 2002' post='685297' date='Dec 15 2009, 03:31 PM']Hi All Just bought a Fender Jazz Deluxe 5 String from SpectorNick- really good guy. The bass hadnt been used for a while- strings dead and the action was really high. I set it up with Warwick black labels- lowered the action and raised the pickups- I am amazed at how well it sounds and plays. Even the B string is OK- My new workhorse - certainly fits better in my soul band than my Warwick Thumb!! Feels like a different bass guitar!! Cheers Bob[/quote] I've had two, both bought via Basschat and both excellent basses. I use my present one for gigging and we play stuff from old Motown tunes right through to Coldplay and The Killers and it works really well in all musical settings.. The low B is not as defined as on some 35" scale basses but it's still pretty good.

Great idea and can only add to your abilities IMO.. Good luck with it!

[quote name='Beedster' post='684098' date='Dec 14 2009, 03:43 PM']Yep, having just moved from a lightweight Markbass rig to a monstrously hard to move Mesa Boogie, I agree [b](the f**king thing's so massive it has it's own gravitational field)[/b]. The soundguy at the first gig with the Mesa summed it up best; "it's not adifference you can hear, it's one you feel". He had a smile on his face all night (and he's a drummer). Came up to me at the end of the show and said he's gonna talk to his bassist about getting a new rig Lugging that heavy stuff around just feels more honest as well Chris[/quote] Classic! And FWIW, I'm totally in agreement with the OP..I prefer the sound from heavier cabs.. Not sure whether it's 'honest' or 'stupid' though Chris??

[quote name='wombatboter' post='684042' date='Dec 14 2009, 02:43 PM']I went to see the McCartney show last week in Holland....He played for two hours and three quarters. His voice was excellent and he didn't make it easy on himself (Helter Skelter, Got to get you into my life, etc...). The man is 67 years old and he was full of energy and the crowd went mad. I have seen him perform live five times and never am I disappointed cause the level of performance is that high. His voice has changed but what do you expect when you're getting old ? A miracle ? He never sings out of tune and still makes people happy (last week : 29.000 people) To me he has still more than enough reasons to be on a stage and more than anyone in the world. Funny that someone from Belgium has to say something about a person you in the UK should be extremely proud of..[/quote] +3 The guy wrote some of the best songs of the 20th Century IMO and will probably be the only electric bass player remembered in 100 or 200 years time..

That's some collection; congratulations on the new job!!

[quote name='Stingray5' post='681736' date='Dec 11 2009, 09:30 PM']That's tasty, tasty, very very tasty... [/quote] +1 That explains a lot Nig...

[quote name='Beedster' post='681781' date='Dec 11 2009, 10:39 PM']Thanks Nik, about time we did a trade? In fact I'd be more than happy to get to Clacketts for a coffee and a catch up anyway [/quote] Good idea.. January's a pretty dead month anyway so let's make a point of meeting up in the New Year!

[quote name='Beedster' post='678097' date='Dec 8 2009, 04:13 PM']Well, as for pics. how's this for starters? [/quote] Wow!!! Only just seen this Chris; that is amazing.. Congratulations! I think you've done what a lot of us here on Basschat would secretly hope/wish/love to do..circumstances permitting. But beyond having the right circumstances come together, it's also about knowing what you want and then setting about doing it..and you've done it!! Hope to see you at some point soon, with or without the bass!