BassBus Posted February 13, 2012 Posted February 13, 2012 Perhaps they sounded on what is only one video. I'd hardly say GB sound "crap" though. [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l22dtkq8srE"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l22dtkq8srE[/url] Quote
EBS_freak Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 [quote name='Chris2112' timestamp='1329159138' post='1538158'] Hearsay, though I recall seeing some Level 42 board posts from MK diehards who had ordered them from Fender (lucky as it was a very limited run) and found them to be pretty lacklustre in their build. Tellingly, Mark used them for about 5 minutes and then went onto those GB basses, which sounded crap in fairness. (the Ohne Filtre DVD showcases this dire tone). [/quote] Hearsay. Hmm. Case in point. And this is how internet rumours start. Fender builds can be lacklustre in their build anyway, it's hardly limited to just the King signature. The more I read your comments across Basschat, the more I've come to realise that your opinion is based on internet rumours/cliches rather than any real world experience. As for GBs... well, they were going through Ashdowns and like everything, in true chris2112 style, this single recording has become your benchmark for summing up what GBs sound like. Hardly conclusive. Funnily enough, there are loads of people who actually dig the tone on Ohne Filter. Each to their own I guess! Quote
EBS_freak Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 [quote name='mojobass' timestamp='1329139365' post='1537628'] How much?? [/quote] Let me get back to you. Just need to do some sums. Quote
BigJim Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1329203053' post='1538587'] Hearsay. Hmm. Case in point. And this is how internet rumours start. Fender builds can be lacklustre in their build anyway, it's hardly limited to just the King signature. The more I read your comments across Basschat, the more I've come to realise that your opinion is based on internet rumours/cliches rather than any real world experience. As for GBs... well, they were going through Ashdowns and like everything, in true chris2112 style, this single recording has become your benchmark for summing up what GBs sound like. Hardly conclusive. Funnily enough, there are loads of people who actually dig the tone on Ohne Filter. Each to their own I guess! [/quote] I use my GB for blues, funk, jazz, rock, rock 'n' roll, everything!! You have to have a decent amp to play it through. If you haven't tried one, try 1! Quote
BassBus Posted February 14, 2012 Posted February 14, 2012 To get back on topic, there is a beautiful S2 just been shown on Statii.com [url="http://www.statii.com/forum/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=4730&pid=45129#post_45129"]http://www.statii.com/forum/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=4730&pid=45129#post_45129[/url] Quote
visog Posted February 16, 2012 Posted February 16, 2012 @Chris2112, "Mark used them for about 5 minutes and then went onto those GB basses, which sounded crap in fairness." I wonder why Mark chose a crap-sounding bass? (As at this point he'd only used Jaydee, Pangborn, Zon, Alembic, Status, Gibson, Musicman and Moon. And as you say Fender.) Quote
Johngh Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Pain and Passion this is. Pain because I decided to let Miss Myrtle go after I had an offer for her that I couldn't refuse, and Passion because I ended up with alanbass1's Kingbass. To be honest, if missmyrtle had got LED's it wouldn't have gone anywhere. [attachment=101095:015-1.jpg] [attachment=101096:StatusMKArtistFull.jpg [attachment=101097:StatusMKArtistBack.jpg] Quote
MB1 Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Pain and Passion this is. Pain because I decided to let Miss Myrtle go after I had an offer for her that I couldn't refuse, and Passion because I ended up with alanbass1's Kingbass. To be honest, if missmyrtle had got LED's it wouldn't have gone anywhere. MB1. Nice one! was wondering where both those statii had gone. both nice examples! Quote
TomRichards Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 [quote name='G-77' timestamp='1218133911' post='257508'] and then there is my Streamline... [/quote] The streamline with shaded graphite weave is always my fav. However, what does your G-77 look like today? Quote
Luc Posted March 6, 2012 Posted March 6, 2012 [url=http://www.casimages.com/img.php?i=120306033038152158.jpg][/url] Miss Myrtle is mine ! Quote
BassBus Posted March 6, 2012 Posted March 6, 2012 Now I really don't like you, Luc. In ever such a nice way of course. One of the most beautiful pieces of wood Rob has ever used. Enjoy the playing. Quote
Fat Rich Posted March 6, 2012 Posted March 6, 2012 [quote name='Luc' timestamp='1331043648' post='1566736'] Miss Myrtle is mine ! [/quote] Congratulations, one of the best looking S2s ever! Quote
Chris2112 Posted March 8, 2012 Posted March 8, 2012 [quote name='BassBus' timestamp='1329162556' post='1538233'] Perhaps they sounded on what is only one video. I'd hardly say GB sound "crap" though. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l22dtkq8srE[/media] [/quote] Case in point, this sounds awful. Like a butter tub strung with rubber bands, all floppy with no sparkle, no punch, in fact nothing really to speak of. Beige bass tone, if you will. I'm still waiting to hear or play a GB that sounds great! Mark has used many basses that sounded 10x better. That said, I've never known anyone to comment on how much they loved the Ohne Filter sound, even though it's often mentioned as a low point in terms of his tone (and the band itself). Quote
EBS_freak Posted March 9, 2012 Posted March 9, 2012 (edited) [quote name='Chris2112' timestamp='1331227262' post='1569899'] Case in point, this sounds awful. Like a butter tub strung with rubber bands, all floppy with no sparkle, no punch, in fact nothing really to speak of. Beige bass tone, if you will. I'm still waiting to hear or play a GB that sounds great! Mark has used many basses that sounded 10x better. That said, I've never known anyone to comment on how much they loved the Ohne Filter sound, even though it's often mentioned as a low point in terms of his tone (and the band itself). [/quote] Stay off the drugs kids. Contents of my wallet say that you haven't even played one. Edited March 9, 2012 by EBS_freak Quote
G-77 Posted March 9, 2012 Posted March 9, 2012 [quote name='TomRichards' timestamp='1330430616' post='1557256'] The streamline with shaded graphite weave is always my fav. However, what does your G-77 look like today? [/quote] the G-77 still looks like a G-77 ! Quote
Chris2112 Posted March 10, 2012 Posted March 10, 2012 [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1331284172' post='1570646'] Stay off the drugs kids. Contents of my wallet say that you haven't even played one. [/quote] Then I claim my £5! Quote
BassBus Posted March 10, 2012 Posted March 10, 2012 How about keeping this thread on topic. Any more complaints about GB basses why not take them here [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/17506-the-gb-porn-thread/page__hl__gb"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/17506-the-gb-porn-thread/page__hl__gb[/url] The Oracle has spoken on Statii.com [url="http://www.statii.com/forum/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=4771&pid=45532#post_45532"]http://www.statii.com/forum/forum/viewthread.php?thread_id=4771&pid=45532#post_45532[/url] Quote
phsycoandy Posted March 10, 2012 Posted March 10, 2012 One of my favourites, no bendwell stuff just a nice long neck to suit my ape like arms. [IMG]http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j135/phsycoandy/P1070618.jpg[/IMG] Quote
Chris2112 Posted March 13, 2012 Posted March 13, 2012 Looks like a nice one! I would probably prefer 34" scale to live with, day to day. The bendwell is a cool piece of kit, but I can't see me using it anywhere other than when I'm doing a Mark King-esque bass solo! Quote
fretmeister Posted March 13, 2012 Posted March 13, 2012 I have the Bendwell on my streamline. I don't use it for anything! It's just so I can have a 32 scale - which I find very comfy indeed. In fact I'm thinking about getting a 5 string as well - with the bendwell again. Quote
azzyrazzy Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 Hi, anyone with some new streamlines lately? Contemplating buying a 5-string, any inspiration would be nice Quote
Floyd Pepper Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 [quote name='Floyd Pepper' timestamp='1307550986' post='1261500'] So, here's my latest arrival. I'm reliably informed that it's a 1994 Series II - Graphite body, Blue Sims LEDS. Taking it to rehearsals tomorrow night for a good blast. I doubt it will replace the Miller Jazz as my main bass but not bad for a back up and encore bass! [attachment=82115:DSC_6983.JPG] [attachment=82114:DSC_6982.JPG] Cheers, Jim [/quote] Question for all you Status experts. When I originally posted these pictures, there was some debate as to whether this was a Series II as it had been sold to me or that it was possibly a Matrix body. As I coming to the decision to possibly move it on, I just wanted to make sure that I sold it on correctly. Can anyone confirm? Thanks, Jim Quote
BassBus Posted April 5, 2012 Posted April 5, 2012 I would think it is a Matrix. You can see the difference for yourself on the Catalogues page of Statii.com. Just click on the Matrix and Series II links. [url="http://www.statii.com/status_cats/index.html"]http://www.statii.com/status_cats/index.html[/url] Quote
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