overwater#1

[quote name='BassManKev' post='331163' date='Nov 17 2008, 11:31 PM']^^ when its time to pass it on again, gimme a bell [/quote] Ahh will do Kev... Altho I think we'l all of grown old before I dream of letting it go, I really do like it a lot!!

[quote name='Merton' post='330491' date='Nov 17 2008, 10:40 AM']Awww, you guys! Matt - will dig out that corner piece tonight if I can Glad you're enjoying the combo, it deserves to be used rather than become a bit of furniture as it was doing with me... BTW, Matt and Nik are two of the finest BCers there are, so it's a nice feeling that they think so highly of a tosser like me [/quote] Heyyy cheers Mert!! Really appreciate that!! Really nice of you mate!! Ahh I can't get over the combo, it's just awesome.. and its great to keep it in the BC family.. Wildus, Presoulnation, You, and now me!! I must get a speaker quality jack to jack made to try an extra cab with it (I still want that 4x8!), but it sounds awesome on its own! Im doing 'The Seussical' with a local amateur operatics this week, and the V-type sounded pure sex on the band call at weekend!! Speak to you soon anyway Mert!! Very best wishes! Matt

Awesome! Cheers Ped... think you've got my number around, give me a call or a PM whenever, and il sort out a day! Would absolutely awesome to see you finally!! Best wishes, Matt [quote name='ped' post='331082' date='Nov 17 2008, 10:03 PM']Hi Matt, Was going to be up there for a few weeks around now, not my brother is going to Sweden for a month or so soon but hasn't got a date yet. That is playing havoc with our studio planning, but HOPEFULLY we can squeeze a week or so in before xmas to get some new stuff recorded. It would be cool to see you so I will be sure to give you a shout when I know things for definite. Cheers ped[/quote]

Going to be up here any time soon again Chris? I haven't spoken to big Chris for a while.. I'l drive over now I have wheels anyways, and bring some Traceys and a bass!

Soo... lazy arse me has finally managed to get on the forum to give Mr Merton his well deserved feedback! Ahhwelll... at least i've had the time to give to green box he sent me a good old test!! Merton, a.k.a Martin sold me his Trace Elliot 4x8 V-type combo a few weeks back. I could go on about what an awesome piece of kit it is, as it is a phenomenal piece of kit without doubt... I was worried about the 8" cones, but they combined with the valve pre sound awesome........but thats not the point right now... He did however do an amazing deal, even finding the best courier around and helping me with the cost some, and as a result, I am overjoyed with my purchase!!!!! I was worried about asking so many questions, as I did ask many a question!!! Many!!! he answered each and every one promptly and in great detail! He was very honest throughout the sale, and I knew the amp inside out before I even set my hands on it. The packaging was also rather awesome itself, heavily packed with a rather nice duvet, it arrived safe and warm! Anywayy... I could go on once again, but I hope you guys get the idea that Martin IS the finest guy on this forum, and is an absolute 100% pleasure to do a deal with, and have conversation with, or whatever.. !! Thanks very much Mert, hope to hear form ya soon mate!!

haha yeah thats something I meant to ask when that ad first appeared? He obviously knows how to string basses.........

AWESOME!! Glad it was a good day!!! I'm unbelievably pi**ed off that I missed it, really looking forward to it after last year. I've got my audition at the RNCM this Tues, so priority had to go to bass trombone practice and getting it 100% for the audition, and I couldn't miss a days practice... Are there any BC shirts left?? XL?

Really really sorry Steve, I just keep forgetting to complete things lately, with music college auditions looming in the next week, and theory exams etc.. my mind is just a mess... I will sort it out now. Although with this, Ste can take it if thats cool? He hasn't been a useless pr**k like me... Will you be round at BassDay this weekend anyway Steve? Cheers, Matt

Stu, is that the 1518 cabinet that's on Ebay at the moment? Nice vintage!!!

[quote name='SS73' post='321827' date='Nov 4 2008, 03:40 PM']Bit more Green stuff, well quite a bit actually. When there's enough room on stage the Rick gets to go through both the V8 and the Twin Valve rigs. Ah150 GP7 was bought new by me in 82 and has never let me down and really is just an amazing amp. 410 is actually a Hartley Thompson design prototype with Trace speakers.[attachment=15573:V8_etc.jpg][/quote] Very nice setup indeed!! I bet the V8 and 8x10 cab is stunning!!! Love the Twin Valve, thats the next head on my list!!

haha! Yeah doesn't it just!! It's reasonably light, I haven't found it to be too awkward..well, it may be heavy, but it ain't cumbersome like the 4x10 cab is to carry. It's an awesome awesome piece of kit, im truly over t'moon with it!! Hey, say, it would look good with the matching 4x8 under it wouldn't it!!!

Oh yeah, the SMX Pre is superb!! I've only just bought the V-type from here, off Merton... Its rated at about 290W@4ohm rms, sounds immense, awesome tone!!!!!!

All my Trace Elliot gear, my pride and joy Overwater Progress III Custom, and a mid-70's Wal ProIIE!! Enjoy guys, I do!

Ahh finally had some time to get a new pic of the Tracey gear! I love the older Trace Elliot gear, something about it just seems fantastic and really attractive! Awesome sound, tone, solid, reliable, good looking....everything, superb gear!! So yeah.. theres.... -AH400SMX head (Best head i've tried!) -1048 cab -1153 cab -MKV GP11 head (which i'm doing some repair work on, belonged to a very kind fellow BC'er) -Very early GP11 1x15 combo -Rare V-type 5001 (4x8) combo (latest edition to the line-up...awesome combo!) Enjoy!!

I have my Overwater on a Hercules hanger... absolutely fine, although I usually keep it cased. All my basses are fine on it..

Awesome, Thanks very much Mert! Really do appreciate it!! Ooh can't wait.. it's just like Christmass!! Best wishes, Overwater#1 (a.k.a Matthew)