Paulhauser

I think it is a NS-94. Everything fits except for the the NS-4 truss rod cover.

This is insane. Somebody buy this!

[quote name='Damonjames' timestamp='1470460140' post='3106119']
You could see if you could custom order a Spector euro with a MM. They do a bolt on 35" rebop with a MM
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Yes, Spector has done some single MM Rebops. But the pickup is a lot closer to the bridge, so it's not in the SR sweet spot. (which is a pity because I'd already had one if it was in the 'right' place)

[quote name='wishface' timestamp='1469659761' post='3100202']
That's great. But I've decided not to buy an instrument sight unseen. If it's something I've tried, like the Yamaha, then I'm happy to take a look. I can't otherwise justify purchasing something I may not like. The sr370 looked promising, but i didn't get on with it. Had i brought a cheap one from here, for instance, I would have been disappointed. That is what I want to avoid.
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Well I think the seller offered the option of trying.

I think this post worths nothing considering all the above, but there is a used MIJ Ibanez Prestige SR3000 in the sales section for 450GBP. That is a goddamn steal and if I was on the market for a 4 string Ibby Soundgear, would not look further (I have the six string version of if for ages)

edit: I have no affiliation whatsoever with the seller

Great deal!
I have the six string version of this bass, the SR3006 and these are some of the best basses to come out of Japan.
Made in the Fujigen shop with extreme attention to details and woods (look at that mahogany body) these basses have great and stable necks and a surprisibgly versatile sound.

I don't know the seller and don't want to gush, but these are such great basses and exceptional value for this money.

This screams for Ibanez SoundGear or Spector Euro5.
Based on my experience of both I'd say the necks are slimmer on the SR but the sound makes up for the slight increase of thickness of the Euro5 neck. Width at the nut is the same IIRC. I love the Ibanez SR six strings but for 5 string, the Spector is the winner.
I'm also a sucker for tight spacing and slim necks.

I've owned a BTB556 10 years ago and it was great apart from the neck which was not to my liking.
This one caught my eye before, I think the BTB1606 is one of the greatest looking BTB I've ever seen and it sounds great.
The 35" scale will add a strong and clear fundament to the tone.
I'm sure you will like it a lot!

Very nice! I have a couple of Spectors , all 5 strings and recently got a NS-4CR, which is basically a pre LX Euro4 with dot inlays. Same maple wings like yours.
My first 4 string bass for a loooong time and can't put it down. The neck is great and the sound is incredible.
So I have a quite clear idea how yours sounds and plays. Have fun with this red beauty, the TonePump is really useful once you tame it a bit with the output trimpot.

I had one 5 string version of this line, the TRB 5P.
I can't recall how much it did the P sound, but the bass sounded great, very clear, articulate across the fretboard and the build quality was truly excellent.
Blending the piezzo and the pickups would result in very good and useable tones.
I think it would do a 'OK' for the P sound.

Stunning!
I'm on the market for a 5 string from an other maker and I'm set in the six string department so "fortunately" this is not for me (wish it was) but this one is one of the finest example of a MTD that I've ever seen. I'm sure it sounds the way it looks.
Good luck and have a free bump!

This is withdrawn until further notice.

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1463063494' post='3048231']
I've just noticed that the strap pin isn't in the middle of the neck but on the top half of the body. Is this the case with all Spectors?
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yes, pretty much it is. I love this feature, helps a lot with the balance.

I'm a Spector player myself and I have to say that their instruments represent a very good quality in each price segment.
I have yet to try their new Legend NT basses but from what I've heard they are very good.
I have had a Korean Spector from before the Legend series and it was stupidly good bass (neck through) Only sold because I needed a five string bass at the time.

I think they sound good and Spectors have excellent ergonomics, too.

[quote name='Rikki1984' timestamp='1461777070' post='3037594']
I really wish this had 5 strings!
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You can always remove one..... :-)
Still for sale!

DAT fretboard is wide enough to land a Boeing Jumbo....... ;-)

I had a SR506. I sold because I was not using it but that was one of the most comfortable six string bass i have ever owned.
That was back when it was produced in the Cort factory in Korea and it was of flawless quality.
The sound was quite nondescript though, but was quite easy to work with and that is one bass I wish I've never sold despite now owning two Ibanez Sr Prestige six strings.

I would not waste my time with the Brice.....

Bump!

[quote name='Musashimonkey' timestamp='1461564117' post='3035617']
That's a great price! It's making me want to learn to play left handed now!
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Exactly :-)

Mark, all the best if you decide to move this beauty.
I had a AB5 for a while, fabolous instrument but my Spector works better in the music I play and this is where I feel home at.
I felt that my Dingwall was a joy to play and liked its sound while practicing but my I ended up bringing my Euro5 to the gigs and recordings I did.
So I did the math and sold it. ( I guess the NG2 has a lot more character to it though)

Move along people, nothing to see here. He shall come to his senses.

I have tried / owned most of the basses you have. I assume it is 4 strings and fretted, so based on your current staple and my personal opinion I'd buy a Spector Euro. It is ergonomic, great sounding and nice looking.

Thanks Gents, you are not making it easier for me....still on the fence after playing it today. Lovely bass with exceptional quality.

I'm thinking of selling my Ibanez SR5006.
It is a holy grail for me as far as six string basses go, but I have it for 1,5 years now and hardly ever play it because all my recording and gigging projects use my trusty Spector 5 string. And apart from these I really don't have time to noodle at home or work on some six string bass-related material. This post is kind of feeler, if there is interest out there for this price then I'm willing sell, otherwise happy to keep. Maybe things will change.

If you are looking at this ad you probably know these basses and the high level of craftmanship they represent.
The bass is all stock, Made in Japan and of the highest quality. Weight is around 4,5 kg.
I have added a custom made wengé ramp that matches the radius of the pickups, it is held in place by double sided tapes underneath.
I'm the second owner and it is in a very good condition with some minor play wear.
Everything works fine and I tried to capture every part fo the bass on the photos so you can really see it as it is.
Lots of high quality pics here: [url="https://www.dropbox.com/sh/wz2kwmyrydev8ju/AAAUbgxggdmbeGpb5qYzjFxga?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....b5qYzjFxga?dl=0[/url]

900 GBP (half of the new price, they go around 1800)

Included in the price is the Prestige HSC and shipping within EU.
No trades this time unless it involves a Spector NS-5XL (and cash from my side)

Thanks for watching and let me know if there is anything you want to know or I've forgotten to mention.
(again, see the dropbox link for many HQ pics)
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This is now sold!