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[quote name='AttitudeCastle' timestamp='1345111065' post='1773575'] It seems the Spyder has a surprisingly pleasant amount fo clarity and warmth from what I've heard [/quote] Yep that's it. Clean, yet warmer than the ABM I used. Also, to my ears, it just had more presence in the live mix. Band preferred it too.

I owned both in quick succession, and much preferred the Spyder's core tone.

[quote name='deanovw' timestamp='1345062773' post='1773154'] If I can get one at the right price I probably will. [/quote] How about [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ashdown-Spyder-550-Bass-Head-Amp-with-Thon-Flight-Case-/120964981071?pt=UK_MusicalInstr_Amplifiers_RL&hash=item1c2a13214f"]this[/url], a rack mount UK made one?

The Spyder is a great head, why not pick up another?

[quote name='Maxcat' timestamp='1344875414' post='1770503'] Gone to me dudes. [/quote] Well done you! I was hoping to go for this but work's been so busy I didn't get the time to audition

I have mine on order, should be with me early November: California VT (that's a PJ pickup configuration to you and me) Fretted 5 string Rosewood board with dots Three tone sunburst with tortoisehell scratchplate Hardcore aged (to match my 70 fretless P) 34" scale Can't wait! Cheers Gareth

Started with Schallers and later moved to Dunlops. Of the two I much prefer the latter, but these days use the plastic Dunlop locking discs, which seem just fine.

Hi Rich I would tread very carefully if I were you. If a deal sounds to good to be true.... Cheers Gareth

The fellas you want are [url="http://www.synergydistribution.co.uk/Welcome.html"]here[/url]

[quote name='snazz' timestamp='1344441054' post='1764574'] I'm seriously thinking as much as I love this bass, it's the neck and body colour that does it for me, and I have to wonder why I am wanting to pay all that much extra to have it in a trashed condidtion. I am kinda thinking, how about not smashing the crap out of it and saving some cash too. [/quote] According to the Sandberg website, the Marlowe bass is 1847 euros. A standard passive TT is 1123 euros and block inlays would add another 183.

[quote name='TRBboy' timestamp='1344373513' post='1763731'] You need to speak to Alan Greensall at Synergy Distribution, the UK Distributor. I got prices from Thomann, Session Music, etc, but Alan has helped me get the deal I want through a UK seller. It seems much more straightforward dealing with a UK company, and far easier if there's any problems. Alan has also been very, very helpful advising me of the possibilities, and answering all of my relentless questions! [/quote] This...

[quote name='Ou7shined' timestamp='1344301040' post='1762594'] I wonder where they got the idea for the scratchplate? [/quote] Probably from a Telecaster guitar!

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1344230728' post='1761434'] What are people thinking of these now? Honeymoon period over? I was thinking about the TTE800, simply so I can have 500 watts into one cab, rather than say 350 into 8ohms that the TTE500 probably offers. Anyone tried the 800's yet? any noticeable difference in tone? Are these ok to be stored on their side? Tubes etc? Thanks Si [/quote] Morning Si I have to say, I am still loving mine! I believe they are 300 watts at 8 ohms, but it's a very loud 8 ohms (I have yet to turn mine up beyond 9 o'clock, even at a gig!) Haven't heard the digital 800 yet. Tubes are well seated so I see no reason why it couldn't be stored on its side, but the amp is light and could be knocked over easily, so ideally tucked into a small space. Cheers Gareth

As above please, what nut width do the 4 and 5 string versions of these basses have?

For me, Neil Murray in his Whitesnake days, and Martin Turner of Wishbone Ash.

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[quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1342467993' post='1735756'] Just sitting here feeling saddened by the passing of Jon Lord and then found this thread [/quote] +1

Hi folks My Veillette wears La Bella black nylons that are 38 3/4" from ball end to silk. While I like the strings very much I fancy trying something else, but almost all extra long strings seem to be 38". Anyone know of anything that bit longer? Cheers Gareth

Hmm, tempting.....

[quote name='TheRev' timestamp='1342183949' post='1731032'] Personally, I'd get a 10 or 12" lightweight cab to go with the Reidmar. Even in an acoustic trio, you might struggle with a 60W amp (I certainly would). [/quote] I agree, a nice EBS Classic or (2nd hand) Neo cab would be ideal.