gary mac Posted April 6, 2015 Posted April 6, 2015 (edited) A 2002 Czech-built Spector Euro4 in a very fetching Black Cherry Burst finish. [center]In excellent, almost unblemished condition.[/center] [center]This is a Euro 4, not the Euro 4LX. This model is much scarcer, as it was only made for a short while between 2001 and 2003. Bass Chatter Discreet, tells me that Cetera (a Spector afficionado and collector) believes this pre-LX all-maple Euro to be closer to the authentic tone of the USA NS-2s compared with the later LX models.[/center] [center]The workmanship, hardware and finish are all superb, making the bass a real pleasure to look at and more importantly to play. It’s hard to imagine that the U.S. models could be better.[/center] [center] The fret board and markers are lovely, the frets are in great condition and the neck-through construction helps to make the bass comfortable to play and gives easy access to the higher frets. The neck feels fast, smooth and a breeze to navigate. The 9 volt active circuit is a powerful beast, with an impressive level of boost available. The instrument is well balanced on the strap and weighing in at only 9lbs 12oz it’s comfortable to wear.[/center] [center]The condition is exceptionally good, with hardly any visible wear. It was only whilst photographing the bass for this advert that I noticed a slight blemish on the back edge, just about visible in pic 7.[/center] [center]The gold finish has faded/worn on top edge of the bridge, one again check out the pics.[/center] [center]I rehearsed this bass a few days back and it was a pleasure to play. Our set is very varied, some old rock, pop, soul, funk and disco I was able to get the tone and sound I wanted for all of the above. It sounded great with a pick and finger style.[/center] [center]So why sell such an amazing instrument?[/center] [center]I really thought it was going to be a keeper, the problem for me though, is that I purchased it as a back up for gigs. My amp only has one channel and given that this bass needs eq’ing very differently to my main gigging bass, it would cause me problems if I had to swap in a hurry.[/center] [center]I guess that I could buy a second Spector, change my amp or use a pedal but it probably makes sense to stick with my P basses.[/center] [center]I might change my mind but in the meantime it’s up for sale at £775.[/center] [center]Bank Transfer is fine.[/center] [center]Cash on collection even better.[/center] [center]Pay Pal but buyer pays fees.[/center] [center]I’m really hoping a Bass Chatter will want to collect this from my place in Herts.[/center] [center]I’m not happy posting a through neck instrument unless in a hardcase, which I don’t have.[/center] [center]If collection is not possible, then the only option would be to factor in for the additional cost of a hard case and of course the courier charge. [/center] [center]. Here is the spec: [b]Neck[/b] 3-Piece Maple Reinforced with Graphite Rods, Neck-Through Construction Rosewood Fingerboard with Mother of Pearl Crown Inlays (12th fret w/Abalone Strips) 24 Frets, 34" Scale, Brass Nut (1.64" 41.6mm), 16" Radius [b]Body[/b] Spector Original NS Curved and Carved Body Shape USA Solid Maple Wings High-Gloss Black Cherry Burst [b]Hardware[/b] Gold Bridge (Zinc/Brass Alloy), Locking Tuners: Schaller M4, Gold Spacing at Bridge .75" (19mm) Strap Buttons: Schaller Locking, Gold Neck Pickup: EMG P, Active Bridge Pickup: EMG J, Active Controls: Vol/Vol/Bass/Treble - Spector TonePump® Info: [url="http://www.michalik.cz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=54&Itemid=76"]http://www.michalik....id=54&Itemid=76[/url] Strings: D'Addario XL-170 Nickel[/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/rZ59An"][/url][/center] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rGBD4Z"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rYWwru"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rWLHZW"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rZ4S32"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rEJJRg"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/r34zgA"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rGupt7"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rEJv6R"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/r3g7kg"][/url] Edited May 1, 2015 by gary mac
Aero71 Posted April 6, 2015 Posted April 6, 2015 Awesome bass...I have the same in natural finish. Whoever buys this, is a happy fellow. GLWTS!
discreet Posted April 7, 2015 Posted April 7, 2015 This is a truly fantastic bass which I would be buying like a shot were I not already embroiled with two other basses! It's an absolute pleasure to play and sounds incredible. And it's like new, too.
lee650 Posted April 7, 2015 Posted April 7, 2015 Absolutely gorgeous, wish I had the cash id love a spector 4
gary mac Posted April 8, 2015 Author Posted April 8, 2015 [quote name='Aero71' timestamp='1428338322' post='2740382'] Awesome bass...I have the same in natural finish. Whoever buys this, is a happy fellow. GLWTS! [/quote] Thanks Aero71. [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1428443872' post='2741411'] This is a truly fantastic bass which I would be buying like a shot were I not already embroiled with two other basses! It's an absolute pleasure to play and sounds incredible. And it's like new, too. [/quote] Thanks Mark. I do agree with you, it is a fantastic bass and like you, I found myself staying up late just to play it. I also found myself playing in a pleasingly inventive fashion, weird I'm guessing it will be a bass that I will want back, if it goes. [quote name='lee650' timestamp='1428444862' post='2741422'] Absolutely gorgeous, wish I had the cash id love a spector 4 [/quote] Save up some dosh and treat yourself when you can afford to, I'm sure you wont regret it.
cetera Posted April 9, 2015 Posted April 9, 2015 Stunner! Sadly I'm buyng a car at the moment so my Spector collecting has to take a back seat....
RhysP Posted April 9, 2015 Posted April 9, 2015 [quote name='cetera' timestamp='1428612211' post='2743137'] Stunner! Sadly I'm buyng a car at the moment so my Spector collecting has to take a back seat.... [/quote] It'll need to be a bloody big car to get your Spector collection on the back seat...
Thunderbird Posted April 10, 2015 Posted April 10, 2015 Woe this is the only bass in ages to peak my interest but am skint again lol GLWTS Gary mate
gary mac Posted April 10, 2015 Author Posted April 10, 2015 [quote name='cetera' timestamp='1428612211' post='2743137'] Stunner! Sadly I'm buyng a car at the moment so my Spector collecting has to take a back seat.... [/quote] Thanks Gary. [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1428660753' post='2743467'] Woe this is the only bass in ages to peak my interest but am skint again lol GLWTS Gary mate [/quote] Sorry to hear that you're skint Mr Thunderbird.
Chiliwailer Posted April 12, 2015 Posted April 12, 2015 Still here? What's gong on? If I had the room for this I'd snap it up in a heartbeat, such great value. GLWTS
discreet Posted April 12, 2015 Posted April 12, 2015 [quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1428832313' post='2744889'] ...such great value... [/quote] It really is. IMHO it's the best non-white bass on here.
gary mac Posted April 12, 2015 Author Posted April 12, 2015 [quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1428832313' post='2744889'] Still here? What's gong on? If I had the room for this I'd snap it up in a heartbeat, such great value. GLWTS [/quote] [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1428834225' post='2744939'] It really is. IMHO it's the best non-white bass on here. [/quote] A thank you gents, type bump.
Thunderbird Posted April 17, 2015 Posted April 17, 2015 Argh this is torture some one buy it if Gary says that it is a cracking bass it will be great chap to deal with too
Grangur Posted April 20, 2015 Posted April 20, 2015 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1429296271' post='2750259'] Argh this is torture some one buy it if Gary says that it is a cracking bass it will be great chap to deal with too [/quote] Ditto.
gary mac Posted April 21, 2015 Author Posted April 21, 2015 I've been playing disco tunes and also some rock today on this and it suits both styles very well. Even my not very accomplished slap sounded quite pleasing.
Lou13 Posted April 23, 2015 Posted April 23, 2015 Hi Gary, Can this Spector be strung as a five-string? I mean starting with B, skipping the high string. Is the spacing in the nut sufficient, or would it be necessary to file it?
gary mac Posted April 23, 2015 Author Posted April 23, 2015 (edited) [quote name='Lou13' timestamp='1429816392' post='2755326'] Hi Gary, Can this Spector be strung as a five-string? I mean starting with B, skipping the high string. Is the spacing in the nut sufficient, or would it be necessary to file it? [/quote] Hi Lou. If you want to do that, then yes the nut would, I'm sure, need some adjustment. Edited April 23, 2015 by gary mac
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