karlfer

Nige has just bought a bass from me. Decisive, helpful and a thoroughly nice guy to boot. Thanks for making it so easy Nige, and absolute pleasure. Fully recommended folks, thanks again, cheers, Karl.

[quote name='mrtcat' timestamp='1448019220' post='2912310'] I think that on BC some people over price items, some people under price items and some get it spot on. It's when I find someone with good positive feedback, selling what I want at a price I find acceptable that I buy it. I'm happy for anyone, regardless of location, with whatever feedback, to advertise at whatever price they see fit. I will only pull the trigger when all my previously mentioned boxes are ticked. I really enjoy buying and selling on here as it's very rare that I come across anyone that isn't a pleasure to deal with. [/quote] ^^^^ Nail>>>>head

For me, it's always got to be that compromise of a price both buyer and seller are happy with. Thankfully, many of us have feedback which suggests the buyer will be getting a responsible deal. THAT is one of the beauties of selling gear on Basschat

Have to disagree with you. Currently Nate Mendels, new, selling for around £770. Mine is 1 year old, new strings, properly set up, all the extras you would get with a new one. It's out at £525. I think a 32% saving on one that is frankly indistinguisable from new is a very good saving. If people are looking for more of a saving than that, no wonder the market is slow. Oh, I did have some EXCELLENT trade offers but they all involved rosewood fretboards, which I'm trying to get away from.

Quite a few popular Facebook selling pages now.

As long as you don't fall into a Tangerine Dream. Swift and safe recovery dood

It really is very strange tbh honest. I've been lucky and most of mine have sold within a couple of days. Yet strangely, my as new Mendel, a superbly eqipped P bass, at 32% reduction against new, no real interest after day one. I think, for what it's worth, you get lucky in that somebody is looking for one. Or you don't, and have to wait patiently. Still maintain that with a few exceptions, this is the most realistically priced market.

[quote name='Dazed' timestamp='1447882326' post='2911279'] Lollypopolicious!!! [/quote] Who loves ya baby

Try Parcelhero. As stated, past Perth will cost more. I used to use one company all the time, then they stopped accepting anything over 125 cms. https://www.parcelhero.com/ Parcelhero, through their UPS service, will take longer items and so far have been excellent, plus their tracking is great.

A 210 at 46lbs isn't particularly light weight is it?

There are several of these models available from Fender Japan, 50's, 60's and 70's. GAK and RichTone amongst others, have had them for a couple of months. Think it's possible these were commissioned to run down parts in the factory? Or as a last swansong?

[quote name='Vanderkley' timestamp='1447319825' post='2906607'] Hi Karl, That smell you refer to comes from the glue I use for the covering. It is a water based glue instead of solvent based. I use this one because it is healthier for me and the environment. The smell will wear off over time... Personally I would stack the cabs like you did in the first photo but of course you can stack them in whatever way works best for you. Cheers, Marc [/quote] Wow, many thanks for responding Marc. The original owner wanted a couple of 210's from Bass Direct, a friend wanted my Berg's, I very much liked the sound of these so a complicated 3 way deal ensued. Must admit, they sound great. One of our guitards texted me on Monday night, that one of his mates, a bassist, had seen us on Sat night and wanted to know what my rig was. He said he was blown away by the sound. Oh, and they are much lighter than the Bergs. Really glad to hear the smell diminishes, guess it's taking a while because they are always in their covers. Thanks again, cheers, Karl.

[quote name='skychaserhigh' timestamp='1447260321' post='2906229'] I've had my Vanderkley cab for 3 years now and the carpet covering does indeed have a distinctive smell...not sure it's a curry smell though ! [/quote] That's interesting, thanks for that. I'm just thinking it's a bit curry like but if your carpet covering has a smell to it, perhaps I'm worrying about nothing.