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[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488573970' post='3250258'] I didn't bother, just sighed and got the thing (properly) sorted...... when I buy something as clean & serviced, I've got used to 'not being the whole story' and I have better things to do.... it's my blood pressure, after all. I think the t&cs at the bottom of their current advertising (which have had a seismic workover since I dealt with them) probably say it all............... [/quote] IMO it's bad form and very unfair to publicly criticise a business without giving the company concerned a chance to sort it out first. You're going to struggle to get any sympathy, I reckon.

[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488573266' post='3250250'] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3](no, I didn't bother shouting at them, I've been in 'no win' situations before)[/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=3] [/size][/font][/color] [/quote] I know you didn't shout at them, but what did they say when you politely pointed out your concerns?

[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488572705' post='3250245'] After an exchange of pms, I'll offer this.......I bought an amp off this firm a year or so ago. It was described as serviced (as are all their stock)....it was somewhat overpriced, but it was a model that I really wanted, so I bit the bullet (gas)......... It arrived, filthy, inside and out...I mean like it had been stored by the side of the.M6 for a few years I put it straight to my tech (details available, pm me), who did recap work, commented that the output valves looked 'recent', and cleaned the thing properly before a pat test. So I paid about 50% more for a serviced amp, which was filthy and had not been properly 'benched' and then had to be professionally sorted........... This is not a rant...merely a statement of fact. (no, I didn't bother shouting at them, I've been in 'no win' situations before) [/quote] What did they say when you complained to them?

[quote name='taunton-hobbit' timestamp='1488570113' post='3250220'] I think the 'problem' seems to lie in the 'serviced' part of their advertising (on every ad) - customers seem to hope that the object has actually been on a bench - lately..........from the Les Paul forum it would look unlikely..........if I buy off fleabay I tend to expect the object to be somewhat less than described - I also don't expect to pay top dollar for anything else......... [url="http://www.vintageamps.com/plexiboard/viewtopic.php?f=53&t=112283"]http://www.vintageam...p?f=53&t=112283[/url] might shed a little more light.......? [/quote] I'm still not following - do they have a documented history of regularly misleading buyers?

OP - I'm intrigued as to why you've posted this thread. It's a few months old, and not exactly on ongoing thing...?

This has to be up there somwhere... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdKVX45wYeQ

[quote name='Fisheth' timestamp='1488479968' post='3249353'] It begins! [/quote] Next thing you'll be staring longingly at leather sofas...

[quote name='Bolo' timestamp='1488432151' post='3248851'] Still, AC/DC gets sold out venues year after year. Millions of people thoroughly enjoy their straight-forward rock. DS sell tickets good too, but tour much less, so are a more rare commodity. [/quote] They're not actually a going concern, and haven't been for 25 years. Incidentally, I walked out of a DS show in '92. Bored out of my mind. Still love 'em. Love AC/DC, too.

[quote name='mikel' timestamp='1488407029' post='3248785'] What? I love AC/DC but they will never be as good as Dire Straits. Mark Knopfler is a genius. [/quote] Yep, DS were a hell of a band.

Blue probably won't respond, because he's so offended by the remark.* [color=#ff8c00][b][font=comic sans ms,cursive]*humorous comment[/font][/b][/color]

C'mon... I've waited years to see a blue movie.

[quote name='JamesBass' timestamp='1488274003' post='3247354'] I've already got specs in mind, but I'm torn on who to give them to, to make my dream come true, I'm even considering FCS! [/quote] That would be utter folly :-) All this time you're procrastinating, Adrian could already be instructing his Maruzczelves to make your dream a reality... And if it makes you feel better, send me the few grand you're saving by not going to the CS. I'll even give you a receipt.

Here's mine, kind-of. No pedals - all that's not covered is my TKS S212 / S112 cab. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLyBAFiJRJY&t=703s http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq64dgNIrD8

Easy. Speak to Adrian at Maruszczyk and get the exact P you've always wanted.

I'm still loving mine after having them on ages and ages. They've still got the growl I need from rounds, and it doesn't seem to be disappearing any time soon. Great strings.

[quote name='Daz39' timestamp='1487592648' post='3240942'] You need to read Neil's books to get an insight into his character: curmudgeonly, shy, passionate, curious etc. I have The DVD of beyond the lighted stage to watch yet, I did enjoy their tour DVDs though. 'We couldn't have done it without the soup!' [/quote] Yeah, I've read 'em all. The shy / passionate thing I get, but the whole 'Every show is the ultimate test of endurance and ability...' mantra is pretty tedious. You're a drummer, man.

[quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1487589036' post='3240889'] The more recent 'Time stand still' is a different story though, actually quite sad to watch if you're a die hard fan. [/quote] Yep, it certainly is. Neil came across as even more self-important than I expected in that.

...Beyond the Lighted Stage is on Netflix. Well worth a watch for committed and casual fans.

Martin will let you try the YI200 if you pop along to the workshop. Take your cabs.

[quote name='Rich' timestamp='1487356069' post='3239310'] I've spent good money on lightweight gear and have convinced myself (I didn't take much convincing) that I am totally happy with my class D amp and neo cab sound. It is entirely possible that a 60lb amp and a 100lb cab might give me a sound that I prefer very slightly, yes. [/quote] It's not that black-and-white. There are various shades of weight inbetween...

[url="https://www.google.co.uk/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=site:basschat.co.uk+why+buy+relic"]Knock yoursel' oot.[/url]

[quote name='Davo-London' timestamp='1487204442' post='3238098'] IS NO-ONE LISTENING? I said that I don't like flats. I have nickel rounds on any bass with strings! HOWEVER, even though I don't like anything about flats (feel, tension, sound) I do like the 750Ns. Most of the posts here rant about their pet hates with flats. I agree with all of them - that's the whole point. Am I going mad ... [/quote] Thread title fail.

The IV's are actually rarer than the V's... they were built more recently, and the hardware was a bit more refined. I loved mine, but I just fancied a change.