Prime_BASS Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 After discovering the graceful active sound of the MM stingray, I've been yearning for something similar (interns of neck, and possible sound) however that at least looks different and is able to produce a wider range of sounds. I was stuck in a frame of mind of not wanting some from the same manufacturer. This was broken by playing a friend of a friends Big Al 4 SSS. I liked it when I first saw it last year but now I've played on one, I need it in my life. I think the only way they could be better is if they could have been manufactured between late 80s and early 90s so automatically come with the bigger bridges and Birdseye maple neck, or if they were roasted maple neck ( haha ) I've already emailed Mark at bass direct asking about them (really want a White one) and he says it's a matter of what they can get in. If I'm sensible ( :/ ) and sell my jaguar bass (in the for sale section, shameless plug) I can get it before christmas. I'm quite giddy with excitement. Thought I'd share the news with you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 [quote name='Prime_BASS' post='1034670' date='Nov 24 2010, 02:07 AM']After discovering the graceful active sound of the MM stingray, I've been yearning for something similar (interns of neck, and possible sound) however that at least looks different and is able to produce a wider range of sounds. I was stuck in a frame of mind of not wanting some from the same manufacturer. This was broken by playing a friend of a friends Big Al 4 SSS. I liked it when I first saw it last year but now I've played on one, I need it in my life. I think the only way they could be better is if they could have been manufactured between late 80s and early 90s so automatically come with the bigger bridges and Birdseye maple neck, or if they were roasted maple neck ( haha ) I've already emailed Mark at bass direct asking about them (really want a White one) and he says it's a matter of what they can get in. If I'm sensible ( :/ ) and sell my jaguar bass (in the for sale section, shameless plug) I can get it before christmas. I'm quite giddy with excitement. Thought I'd share the news with you guys.[/quote] Congratulations! It's the only bass MM make that looks good. I've read reviews and apparently it's a fantastic instrument! What colour? Has to be white really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Congrats, another fan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prime_BASS Posted November 24, 2010 Author Share Posted November 24, 2010 I'm trying to get a White one yes. Although BassDirect won't be getting any White ones until Feb! So my choice now is either a blue with maple F/B or seeing what Musicman20 is offering me. Just need to sell the Jag, as it'll speed the process up a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Wazoo Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 I am selling a brand new Big Al 5 SSS if you want to upscale to five strings, its in mint conditions as are all my basses. you can see it here: [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170558107269&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...=STRK:MESELX:IT[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenie Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Yeah, i really want one too! Gotta save up some cash first though! I was tempted (very tempted) by Wazoo's one but my funds were tied down to upgrading my amp and cab etc. Maybe if its still about after ive recovered financially from xmas i will be in the market for one again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 (edited) [quote name='Grand Wazoo' post='1035147' date='Nov 24 2010, 02:57 PM']I am selling a brand new Big Al 5 SSS if you want to upscale to five strings, its in mint conditions as are all my basses. you can see it here: [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170558107269&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...=STRK:MESELX:IT[/url][/quote] It's not white and red is a horrible colour for a bass. BUT, that looks utterly magnificent! It's also the only bass that looks ace in red sparkle, especially with the maple board. Gorgeous!! (too many strings though ) Off your auction. [b] Question & Answer [/b] [b]Q: [/b] would you possbibly be interested in trading in towards a Ritter Roya 5string Fretless, brand new, plus cash? The bass is brand new. Did cost EUR 5970 and I would let it go for EUR 4995. I would be willing to accept the full price you paid originally for your bass. Let me know. My email: ******@web.de 17-Nov-10 [b]A: [/b] No. Edited November 24, 2010 by silddx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dub_junkie Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 I've wanted a white/maple Big AL 4 SSS since I first saw them. fingers crossed hopefully next year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prime_BASS Posted November 24, 2010 Author Share Posted November 24, 2010 Thanks but i agree with Silddx, too many strings and not White. Good luck with the sale. Incredibly this will only be my 3rd ever new guitar. The second new bass. I don't think I'll be too anal with it, I plan on gigging the crap. Just working out a deal with The Bass Merchant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Wazoo Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 (edited) [quote name='silddx' post='1035251' date='Nov 24 2010, 04:32 PM']It's not white and red is a horrible colour for a bass. BUT, that looks utterly magnificent! It's also the only bass that looks ace in red sparkle, especially with the maple board. Gorgeous!! (too many strings though ) Off your auction. [b] Question & Answer [/b] [b]Q: [/b] would you possbibly be interested in trading in towards a Ritter Roya 5string Fretless, brand new, plus cash? The bass is brand new. Did cost EUR 5970 and I would let it go for EUR 4995. I would be willing to accept the full price you paid originally for your bass. Let me know. My email: ******@web.de 17-Nov-10 [b]A: [/b] No.[/quote] That's nothing, some other tw@t off talkbass offered me a vintage collector watch as a swap! I told him where to get off too, and I also drew him a picture showing where he can place his poxy watch, and that was not on his wrist! Edited November 24, 2010 by Grand Wazoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Excellent taste Prime_BASS; White is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prime_BASS Posted November 25, 2010 Author Share Posted November 25, 2010 Epic lol at Wazoo I don't what it but I dont like basses in anything other than White. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenie Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 If I do end up buying new I'm either going all black or blue with black scratchplate. Wazoo, you really are an angry young man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Wazoo Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 [quote name='Meenie' post='1036061' date='Nov 25 2010, 11:06 AM']If I do end up buying new I'm either going all black or blue with black scratchplate. Wazoo, you really are an angry young man! [/quote] I'm not being funny but I gave the guy a sound medical advice, if he sticks his watch up his "you know what", he won't have worry about constipation anymore, he'll be as regular as... ..... clockwork Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyb625 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Have you checked GAK? They have a white Big Al listed at what seems to be a reasonable price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenie Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 [quote name='Grand Wazoo' post='1036335' date='Nov 25 2010, 01:50 PM']I'm not being funny but I gave the guy a sound medical advice, if he sticks his watch up his "you know what", he won't have worry about constipation anymore, he'll be as regular as... ..... clockwork [/quote] Good job it wasn't a grandfather clock, he could end up with a prolapsed pendulum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prime_BASS Posted November 25, 2010 Author Share Posted November 25, 2010 [quote name='jimmyb625' post='1036412' date='Nov 25 2010, 02:41 PM']Have you checked GAK? They have a white Big Al listed at what seems to be a reasonable price.[/quote] I did however my experience with them in the past hasn't been favourable, plus I don't have the full amount to pay ASAP. Just got off the phone with the ever helpful Darren at The Bass Merchant and I've put my deposit down for : Big Al 4 string White finish Black pickguard Rosewood fretboard Triple singe coil pickups Should arrive in febuary. Can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 [quote name='Prime_BASS' post='1036527' date='Nov 25 2010, 03:55 PM']I did however my experience with them in the past hasn't been favourable, plus I don't have the full amount to pay ASAP. Just got off the phone with the ever helpful Darren at The Bass Merchant and I've put my deposit down for : Big Al 4 string White finish Black pickguard Rosewood fretboard Triple singe coil pickups Should arrive in febuary. Can't wait.[/quote] Mint setup. Not only is it classy, white w/black and rosewood is rather 'punk' which I always like. Glad you went for the rosewood as well, just because I sit firmly in camp rosewood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prime_BASS Posted November 25, 2010 Author Share Posted November 25, 2010 Me too. Purely for looks, the difference is minimal in a band mix. And I doubt the sound I'll be aiming or with it I'll need much attack, it's all in the fingers anyway :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhkr Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 [quote name='Prime_BASS' post='1036527' date='Nov 25 2010, 03:55 PM']I did however my experience with them in the past hasn't been favourable, plus I don't have the full amount to pay ASAP. Just got off the phone with the ever helpful Darren at The Bass Merchant and I've put my deposit down for : Big Al 4 string White finish Black pickguard Rosewood fretboard Triple singe coil pickups Should arrive in febuary. Can't wait.[/quote] Have you got it yet? Interested to see what what you think and what settings people are favouring on the Big Al as there are so many available. I should have mine by the middle of this month - can't wait Also big thanks to Musicman20 for his excellent review, certainly helped clarify a few things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 [quote name='danhkr' post='1146852' date='Mar 2 2011, 10:35 AM']Have you got it yet? Interested to see what what you think and what settings people are favouring on the Big Al as there are so many available. I should have mine by the middle of this month - can't wait Also big thanks to Musicman20 for his excellent review, certainly helped clarify a few things. [/quote] No probs! Glad there are more daring enough to give this unusual bass a try What colour/spec have you gone for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhkr Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 [quote name='Musicman20' post='1146858' date='Mar 2 2011, 10:39 AM']No probs! Glad there are more daring enough to give this unusual bass a try What colour/spec have you gone for?[/quote] It's a Big Al 4 SSS, black/tort/rosewood (exactly like the one on the MM site). Not that I've chosen the colour, it's just what was available at the right price, but I like it anyway. Love the sterling neck and general MM build, but wanted something totally different from the usual MM humbucker. Did you decide to still go for one?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 [quote name='danhkr' post='1146899' date='Mar 2 2011, 11:13 AM']It's a Big Al 4 SSS, black/tort/rosewood (exactly like the one on the MM site). Not that I've chosen the colour, it's just what was available at the right price, but I like it anyway. Love the sterling neck and general MM build, but wanted something totally different from the usual MM humbucker. Did you decide to still go for one??[/quote] Sure did. I still want a 5 string version as well, but Ive gone for a Big Al 4 SSS, White, Rosewood board, Tort plate. Its been 4 months so Im sure its due soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Big Al's are Amazing!! I think mine will be removed from the for sale section soon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhkr Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 [quote name='Musicman20' post='1146929' date='Mar 2 2011, 11:35 AM']Sure did. I still want a 5 string version as well, but Ive gone for a Big Al 4 SSS, White, Rosewood board, Tort plate. Its been 4 months so Im sure its due soon.[/quote] Must be. Worth the wait though I'm sure. White/rw/tort is a classic combination as well. If I'm honest, I don't usually go for stuff with tonnes of settings, but I love EBMM but wanted something totally different in sound and appearance to the Sterling. Also l love the look of the big al even though people I know have described it as everything from 'cool as ****' to 'hideous'! [quote name='CHRISDABASS' post='1146967' date='Mar 2 2011, 12:15 PM']Big Al's are Amazing!! I think mine will be removed from the for sale section soon!! [/quote] Amazed you wanted shut of it so soon after getting it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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