cd_david Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 In recent weeks I've been complaining of severe GAS for a Vigier. I put an appointment on with the doctor, Luckily, he paid me a home visit yesterday, dished out a prescription and the GAS problem is cured Woo Hoo! I've known Nick (Doctor of the Bass) online for about 10 years, but it was great to meet face to face, what a great guy, and outstanding player. Sorry for the quality of the pics, will sort some better ones later when i can bare to put the bass down for more than 5 minutes. Cheers for the bass Nick ATB Dave Quote
thedontcarebear Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 I didn't even know he had this? That is awesome, I would have probably spanked the cash for that too. Quote
cd_david Posted September 22, 2008 Author Posted September 22, 2008 [quote name='thedontcarebear' post='289407' date='Sep 22 2008, 07:02 PM']I didn't even know he had this? That is awesome, I would have probably spanked the cash for that too.[/quote] Thanks, It is as good to playas it looks, I also forgot to highlight the 600 mile round trip he made free gratis. What a gent! Quote
OutToPlayJazz Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 Ah, the 'Doc strikes again! That is seriously lovely looking! When I get some time I'm planning to meet up with Nick & find out why his blue Vigier is "the one!" Rich. Quote
Marcus Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 I had my hands on Nick's no 1 Battered old Vigier a couple of years ago...... lurvly !! I have to admit i'm getting more attracted to these instruments Mark Quote
cd_david Posted September 22, 2008 Author Posted September 22, 2008 [quote name='Marcus' post='289446' date='Sep 22 2008, 08:00 PM']I had my hands on Nick's no 1 Battered old Vigier a couple of years ago...... lurvly !![/quote] He brought the blue one up as well, couldn't put that down as well, beautiful to play and stunning tone. Quote
ped Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 Lovely looking bass. I had planned on comparing this to mine at some point as they are similar (apart from the electronics) Have fun with it ped P.s what is the serial #? Quote
cd_david Posted September 22, 2008 Author Posted September 22, 2008 [quote name='ped' post='289454' date='Sep 22 2008, 08:15 PM']Lovely looking bass. I had planned on comparing this to mine at some point as they are similar (apart from the electronics) Have fun with it ped P.s what is the serial #?[/quote] Cheers Ped Its 808, Next time Im down Minster Lovell, If you are about, Ill bring it with me? Dave Quote
ped Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 I have moved and live in Headington, Oxford now! doh! The serial makes it 20/11/1989, a full year younger than mine (15/10/88) bless its socks. Quote
doctor_of_the_bass Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 Wahey! What a great day - Dave has an incredible collection of basses that is like `oh f+ck me, look at that!!!' - a true gent and another nice player! I'm really pleased he has the bass - I was not really giving her the full attention she deserves!! Thanks for the coffees and crackers!!! Got in at midnight! Marcus - sorry did ne get to see you - left Peterboro fairly late in the day - but I'm sure we can get all the Geordie lads together soon - don't forget me Grandad was from Perkinsville (Chester-Le-Street) so I'm technically one of the lads!! Fosk - I'm full of surprises!! My Fernandes `Alembic' arrived in the post today - a previous owner put some Jaydee pickups in it - sounds great! Quote
Kev Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 its not the body finish id choose, but i bet that neck is superb, as iv said, i think a 5 string vigier is the only bass that would tempt me away from my statusray, nice one mate Quote
doctor_of_the_bass Posted September 22, 2008 Posted September 22, 2008 (edited) [quote name='BassManKev' post='289580' date='Sep 22 2008, 11:40 PM']its not the body finish id choose, but i bet that neck is superb, as iv said, i think a 5 string vigier is the only bass that would tempt me away from my statusray, nice one mate[/quote] Well, each to their own Kev. I'm sure if you ever decide to buy a late 80's Vigier, complete with 100% carbon neck that you will find one in exactly the right woods/finish eh? Edited September 22, 2008 by doctor_of_the_bass Quote
Kev Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 sorry if i caused any offense by saying it wasnt [b]my[/b] choice of finish, maybe i'm just picky seems a lovely bass mate, you have the facilities to make a few sound bites? Quote
cd_david Posted September 23, 2008 Author Posted September 23, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='289580' date='Sep 22 2008, 11:40 PM']its not the body finish id choose, but i bet that neck is superb,[/quote] Cheers Kev, The photos dont really do the bass justice the cherry burst is alot deeper in "person" But still I know its not everyones favorite finish but for me it was love at first site! Im lucky. ATB Dave Quote
Kev Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 i have the same problem with my stingray, no matter what kinda light or whatever i take a photo of the bass in, it still looks nothing like as superb as it is in real life! bloody annoying! Quote
ped Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 I don't know how you get the neck so shiny Nick - I tried the WD40 and window cleaner trik on mine but it never stays clean for long!! Perhaps I will book my bass in for your valet service? Cheers ped Quote
BigBeefChief Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 [quote name='ped' post='289952' date='Sep 23 2008, 01:42 PM']I don't know how you get the neck so shiny Nick - I tried the WD40 and window cleaner trik on mine but it never stays clean for long!![/quote] We all know you love your Vigier ped, but don't you think you're taking it a bit far?? Quote
ped Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 Well I don't love my windows as much as my bass but I clean those too... I just like the gloss black shine Nick seems to achieve on his fretboards. Don't you?! l8z ped Quote
BigBeefChief Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 [quote name='ped' post='289970' date='Sep 23 2008, 01:59 PM']Well I don't love my windows as much as my bass but I clean those too... I just like the gloss black shine Nick seems to achieve on his fretboards. Don't you?! l8z ped[/quote] I think the bigger problem is what your doing over the neck to get it all sticky. Quote
doctor_of_the_bass Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 ..its all in the wrist guys! Hehe! Quote
cd_david Posted September 23, 2008 Author Posted September 23, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='289944' date='Sep 23 2008, 01:38 PM']i have the same problem with my stingray, no matter what kinda light or whatever i take a photo of the bass in, it still looks nothing like as superb as it is in real life! bloody annoying![/quote] This is closer to the colour and depth of the flame Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Quote
Kev Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 that seems in superb condition for its age Quote
JimBobTTD Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 Lordy, that really is sex on toast. Congratulations! Quote
SisterAbdullahX Posted September 23, 2008 Posted September 23, 2008 [attachment=13852:Vigier_044.jpg][quote name='cd_david' date='Sep 22 2008, 06:16 PM' post='289374'] In recent weeks I've been complaining of severe GAS for a Vigier. I put an appointment on with the doctor, Luckily, he paid me a home visit yesterday, dished out a prescription and the GAS problem is cured Woo Hoo! I've known Nick (Doctor of the Bass) online for about 10 years, but it was great to meet face to face, what a great guy, and outstanding player. Sorry for the quality of the pics, will sort some better ones later when i can bare to put the bass down for more than 5 minutes. Cheers for the bass Nick ATB Dave Check my baby out, 1983 Passion. #213. Seen better days, but the best neck of any bass I've played. Quote
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