metalicman Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 many thanks to you all for all your support over the years, the last thing we wanted was to have to close, we will miss all our great customers many of you have become good friends as well. it is a sad time for us, i do not have words to express how we feel. once again many thanks for your support. chris Quote
Mudpup Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 Only just met you (bought the TC combo a few weeks ago) but was massively impressed by the good advice and service received. Wish you both well for whatever the future holds for you. Quote
Merton Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 Bloody shame, sorry to hear it Darren Good luck with ventures new Quote
Linus27 Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 Real shame to read this. Also enjoyed having a nose around, chatting with Darren as well as buying my MB Combo, Fender Jazz, Genz Benz Shuttle 9 recently. I currently have something on order which Angus was told would only be a couple of weeks. Does this put this purchase into doubt? Quote
Heathy Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 I was really gutted to hear this. Before going to the Bass Merchant I had a really negative view of music shops. Although I wasn't a regular customer, whenever I went there it was a real joy. Best of luck for the future guys. Quote
Dave D Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 Sad news. Bought my first real 5 string (hey, that'd make a great first line for a song...hmmm?!) from you and it has got me hooked. Always good, unbiased, friendly advice when we spoke. I'll come to see 'No More Heroes' as soon as our gigs aren't clashing, Chris. See you on Facebook mate. DD Quote
leschirons Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 [quote name='bass_by_name' timestamp='1320419330' post='1426685'] Its always bad to lose a specialist bass retailer. Sad news. [/quote] This +1 Quote
lee4 Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 [quote name='dood' timestamp='1320408804' post='1426409'] Darren, honestly saddened to read this news. Bass Merchant has been heralded by the UK Bass playing community as one of the best, indeed elite of shops for basses, gear and excellent customer service. I'd like to wish you and Chris all the best for the future and hope that we stay in touch. Thank you for your support and giving the Bass community what it really needed! [/quote] What he said. Always a pleasure to deal with. Quote
LemonCello Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 Really sorry to hear that. All good wishes for whatever you do in the future. Sign of the times....sigh. LC Quote
ped Posted November 4, 2011 Posted November 4, 2011 Sad news Darren. Get in touch if I can help you shift that closing down stock. Quote
Chris2112 Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 Shame to hear it's closing down. All the best to the team! Quote
bassmerchant Posted November 5, 2011 Author Posted November 5, 2011 Hi All Thank you for all the comments , I am so glad that people feel that way about the store and have enjoyed coming here , makes all this a bit easier ! If anyone is interested in a stock list email me on [email protected] and I will send one to you Once again , thank you All the best Darren The Bass Merchant Quote
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 Unfortunately , Colchester is too far for me. Otherwise, I would have been there all the time. I did buy my Aguilar cab from Darren over the phone.Nice bloke! Shame. Bloody recession! Sorry to hear about it, but hope things work out for you &Chris . Quote
LLOYDWT Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 Was gutted to hear this, will head down in the next few days to say my goodbyes. Real loss, sad times. Quote
Bassmurf Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 sorry to hear this, Darren sorted me out with my Spector earlier this year, good luck in your future endeavours. Dan Quote
Jazzneck Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 Wot a B#gg#r, why does it always happen to the good shops run by the good guys? Best of luck for the future to the two of you and thanks for all your help so far, hopefully it's not the end. Quote
Lozz196 Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 This is sad news. Earlier on this year I was looking for a 410, and the help and assistance provided by these guys was second to none, all of which was conducted over the phone. Colchester isn`t too far from me, so I think I`m going to take a trip next weekend - have a good look at the shop, and a chat with the guys. Quote
GarethFlatlands Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 That sucks, I'm browsing the site now with a view to buying something to put some cash your way. Quote
Grand Wazoo Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 Oh what a shame. That's very sad indeed. Quote
bluesparky Posted November 5, 2011 Posted November 5, 2011 Gutted, I've bought a whole bunch of stuff from Bass Merchant, both really quite pricey (Aguilar, TC & GK rig) & mundane (strings etc). As they were conveniently placed on the A12 i'd often pop in on the way up from my house to see my family in Ipswich. Seeing Stu Hamm play at the Bass Merchant was a lifetime highlight. It's a real shame to see you guys close, I always enjoyed popping in and your positive attitude was second to none. Good luck in all you do in the future, i'm sure we'll all see you again soon. Quote
bottomfeed Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Never quite made it over there, long way for me.. but considered it worth the journey many times... Good luck for the future. Quote
farmer61 Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Sad times, had a limited amount of dealing with them and they were great with me. Best wishes to you all! Quote
danweb22 Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 has anyone had a stock list yet? I emailed them but no reply Quote
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