The Official MARUSZCZYK CLUB!

[S.F.Sorrow]

Ok, thanks everyone. The configurator has never allowed opaque finish with ash since I first tried it 1-2 years ago so I assumed they wouldn't do it. Seems like a strange thing to leave out of the configurator.

[CameronJ]

I always think of the configuration as a “rough guide” to help visualise what I’d want in a Maruszczyk bass. But if placing an order I’d always do it via email since, as @S.F.Sorrow has discovered, there are a few things which aren’t available in the configurator that they can actually do if asked.

I frequently see completed basses on their stock for sale pages with options that aren’t possible in the configurator.

[mcnach]

3 hours ago, Drax said:

It's the configurator, doesn't allow it. Assumed was a bug but it's been like that for a while.. 

 

Ah, my basses were ordered before they had the configurator, so I supplied all details. It seems a bit of an oversight (mistake, probably) not to include opaque colours. I even had a little email conversation with Adrian about the exact shade of purple I wanted. 

Tip: keep communication simple and concise, Adrian doesn't indulge in long discussions but I found him very easy to deal with, and responsive, when I put my questions concisely. 

[mcnach]

3 hours ago, Woodinblack said:

None of the configurators let you select an opaque finish if you select ash (unlike alder), and there are no listed instruments on their site with opaque coloured ash, so it seems a reasonable idea.

I am sure they can do it if you ask

 

Yeah, I get it now.

My experience was pre-configurator, and everything I asked for was met with a "yes, we can do that". I'd use the configurator as a guide for cosmetic purposes, but I'd make sure to ask for any specs that you can't get in the configurator. They seemed happy to do pretty much anything you asked for, whether it was choosing pickups at non-standard locations or unusual logos too. 

[mcnach]

1 hour ago, CameronJ said:

I always think of the configuration as a “rough guide” to help visualise what I’d want in a Maruszczyk bass. But if placing an order I’d always do it via email since, as @S.F.Sorrow has discovered, there are a few things which aren’t available in the configurator that they can actually do if asked.

I frequently see completed basses on their stock for sale pages with options that aren’t possible in the configurator.

 

It's much like how Sandberg operates. When I ordered my VM4, I got as close as I could with their configurator, and then I specified the things I wanted different. I think the configurator just makes the bulk of the specs easy to describe.

[paul h]

Haven't been here in years but thought I would share my Jake.

Vintage cream, roasted maple neck with flamed fretboard. 38mm nut. Monorail bridge. Matching headstock. Haussel pickups.

Couldn't be happier. 

Bang on 12 weeks too.

[wateroftyne]

9 minutes ago, paul h said:

Haven't been here in years but thought I would share my Jake.

Vintage cream, roasted maple neck with flamed fretboard. 38mm nut. Monorail bridge. Matching headstock. Haussel pickups.

Couldn't be happier. 

Bang on 12 weeks too.

 

Tidy!

[Woodinblack]

18 minutes ago, paul h said:

Haven't been here in years but thought I would share my Jake.

Vintage cream, roasted maple neck with flamed fretboard. 38mm nut. Monorail bridge. Matching headstock. Haussel pickups.

Loving that neck colour

[ezbass]

2 hours ago, paul h said:

 

Couldn't be happier. 

 

That is lovely looking and a subtle deviation from the norm. I also like your comment (isolated and now in bold) just to remind folks that these are great instruments and potential buyers should not to be completely swayed by the odd negative comment.

Edited September 10, 2020 by ezbass

[CameronJ]

@paul h that is a thing of great beauty! 

[BassApprentice]

Roasted maple always looks great. Currently looking at the new Sire passives with the roasted maple. Is the tone slightly softer and warmer than standard rock maple? But still more treble than rosewood. 

Edited September 10, 2020 by BassApprentice

[Woodinblack]

1 hour ago, BassApprentice said:

Roasted maple always looks great. Currently looking at the new Sire passives with the roasted maple. Is the tone slightly softer and warmer than standard rock maple? But still more treble than rosewood. 

Everyone knows brown sounds warmer

 

[Guest Corto14]

Jake 4p fiesta red

I’ve found this jake at a decent price. The bass is a classic p with no fancy woods or other special treatments.

I’m very tempted but i’d love to know from you a bunch of info.

Is the jake balance? Mine fender had too much neck dive for me, so I don’t want another bass like that. 
Also I’d like to know about the build quality, if it’s at least on pair with the Actual American fender.

thanks ☺️

[ezbass]

12 minutes ago, Corto14 said:

Jake 4p fiesta red

I’ve found this jake at a decent price. The bass is a classic p with no fancy woods or other special treatments.

I’m very tempted but i’d love to know from you a bunch of info.

Is the jake balance? Mine fender had too much neck dive for me, so I don’t want another bass like that. 
Also I’d like to know about the build quality, if it’s at least on pair with the Actual American fender.

thanks ☺️

My Jake L has a little neck dive on the knee, but doesn’t move once it’s on a strap.

Time for some gratuitous self promotion 😉

 

[Drax]

1 hour ago, BassApprentice said:

Roasted maple always looks great. Currently looking at the new Sire passives with the roasted maple. Is the tone slightly softer and warmer than standard rock maple? But still more treble than rosewood. 

Opposite I think. Roasted = harder, so clearer / brighter than std maple. All only audible to dogs in laboratory conditions of course..

[Ian McFly]

5 hours ago, ezbass said:

That is lovely looking and a subtle deviation from the norm. I also like your comment (isolated and now in bold) just to remind folks that these are great instruments and potential buyers should not to be completely swayed by the odd negative comment.

Agreed. Yes, there’s the odd issue (and not always the best resolution too) with Maruszczyk basses, but it’s the same with Fender, Gibson or any other builder. The fact that Maruszczyk makes custom builds makes it less “forgiving”, as QC issues shouldn’t go unnoticed. But overall, they make great instruments, and I personally couldn’t be happier with mine as it ticks all the boxes. I just hope it’ll withstand the test of time!

[CameronJ]

Just seen this bad boy on a thread over on TalkBass:

 

I don’t play 6 string or fretless but good lord! 

[eude]

9 hours ago, CameronJ said:

Just seen this bad boy on a thread over on TalkBass:

 

I don’t play 6 string or fretless but good lord! 

That is stunning.

[redbandit599]

Dangerous potentially GAS inducing question but....

Has anyone had a 32" scale Jake or Elwood 5 string built - if so how did you find it?

[AREA]

On 15/05/2020 at 16:49, ClassicVibes said:

Does anyone know the current lead time? 

Going on the configurator was a mistake... 

I spoke to Adrian two Days ago and he told me from about 15 Weeks.

I am g.a.sed right now by something like this...

 

Edited September 19, 2020 by AREA

[Pea Turgh]

I like the green one 👍🏻

[ezbass]

Ooh, that maple necked Joker looks sweet!

[Grav]

Some glorious basses on here for sure. Thought I'd add mine to the group.

I need an Elwood next 🙂

[mcnach]

1 minute ago, Grav said:

Some glorious basses on here for sure. Thought I'd add mine to the group.

I need an Elwood next 🙂

 

whoa, that's nice!!!

[AREA]

...and now the waiting time begins...

🥰

Edited November 12, 2020 by AREA