Sparky Mark Posted October 11, 2022 Posted October 11, 2022 On 26/11/2021 at 17:27, Sparky Mark said: Nothing too exotic; Series 3 profile Roadie Active with gold hardware and faux laminate finish like this. More than likely cherry. I'm informed that mine is now a couple of months away. Hoorah! 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 12 hours ago, Sparky Mark said: I'm informed that mine is now a couple of months away. Hoorah! Wow! She looks like she's going to be a beauty! 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) 13 hours ago, Sparky Mark said: I'm informed that mine is now a couple of months away. Hoorah! I've just placed another order today for a pearl pink Jaydee series 3 fretless.... also asked John for some update build pics of my green GA24 .... Edited October 12, 2022 by joe_geezer 1 Quote
Owen Posted October 12, 2022 Posted October 12, 2022 1 hour ago, joe_geezer said: I've just placed another order today for a pearl pink Jaydee series 3 fretless.... also asked John for some update build pics of my green GA24 .... You have issues. I salute you 1 Quote
Sparky Mark Posted October 12, 2022 Posted October 12, 2022 1 hour ago, joe_geezer said: I've just placed another order today for a pearl pink Jaydee series 3 fretless.... also asked John for some update build pics of my green GA24 .... Blimey, Hhow many do you already have and how many on back order now then? 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 4 hours ago, Owen said: You have issues. I salute you Haha How could you tell? Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 4 hours ago, Sparky Mark said: Blimey, Hhow many do you already have and how many on back order now then? I only actually have a Supernatural Series 3 but on order I had a GA-24 and now obviously the series 3 fretless. After the price hike on Wals & the closing of Status I just want to get a bunch of Jaydee's while the the prices are so reasonable. 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) There's a Jaydee Series 3 now on ebay from 1987 (seller is based in USA). If you search "Jaydee Supernatural Series III Bass 1987 Very Nice" I won't post the link as it my conflict with BC's code of conduct. I can't tell if the colour is a faded white or yellow... Edited October 12, 2022 by joe_geezer Quote
kevin_lindsay Posted October 12, 2022 Posted October 12, 2022 Joe_geezer - when did you place your order for the green GA24? I ordered my Series 1 with inlays on 1st August last year (2021), but I've no idea what the current build time is from placing your order. Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, kevin_lindsay said: Joe_geezer - when did you place your order for the green GA24? I ordered my Series 1 with inlays on 1st August last year (2021), but I've no idea what the current build time is from placing your order. I placed my order for the GA24 in November 2021, it also has inlays but i don't expect it to be ready until at least June next year at the earliest . It all depends on how busy they are, with Mark King now returning to play Jaydees exclusively, they might be very busy! Edited October 12, 2022 by joe_geezer Quote
kevin_lindsay Posted October 12, 2022 Posted October 12, 2022 Thanks matey!! The Jaydee website page regarding orders hasn't been updated for quite a while - it still says that the next available slots for placing orders won't be open until April 2022 (6 months ago!) My Series 1 is already paid in full, so all I need to do us wait until it has been completed. 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) 2 minutes ago, kevin_lindsay said: Thanks matey!! The Jaydee website page regarding orders hasn't been updated for quite a while - it still says that the next available slots for placing orders won't be open until April 2022 (6 months ago!) My Series 1 is already paid in full, so all I need to do us wait until it has been completed. That's fantastic! I normally pay in full about 2-3 months before its ready. What are your Series 1 specs? Edited October 12, 2022 by joe_geezer Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 This is the bass on ebay as of this evening 2 Quote
kevin_lindsay Posted October 12, 2022 Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) My Swries 1 is the classic with the crescent inlays. I've opted for the cherry red look - just like the original one Mark used. My old GA24 was black. That was a cool instrument Edited October 12, 2022 by kevin_lindsay 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 12, 2022 Author Posted October 12, 2022 10 minutes ago, kevin_lindsay said: My Swries 1 is the classic with the crescent inlays. I've opted for the cherry red look - just like the original one Mark used. My old GA24 was black. That was a cool instrument Any pics of the old GA24? did you move it on? Quote
kevin_lindsay Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 I gave the black GA24 to young gospel player in London many years ago. He was a fantastic player, but couldn't afford a decent instrument. I have to admit, that I kinda regretted giving it away for quite a long time afterwards. Hahaha 2 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 13, 2022 Author Posted October 13, 2022 4 hours ago, kevin_lindsay said: I gave the black GA24 to young gospel player in London many years ago. He was a fantastic player, but couldn't afford a decent instrument. I have to admit, that I kinda regretted giving it away for quite a long time afterwards. Hahaha Wow! you are too kind! i hope he cherished the gift. I just got back an invoice today from Jaydee for the fretless order but no details on the GA24 so i'm guessing that it's probably in a queue and they are very busy... bloody Mark King's fault! 1 Quote
Russ Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 (edited) Mark King was on BBC South East Today last week, and he had his white Jaydee with him. Guess he's fully back on board with them now! Edited October 13, 2022 by Russ 1 Quote
leroydiamond Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 2 hours ago, Russ said: Mark King was on BBC South East Today last week, and he had his white Jaydee with him. Guess he's fully back on board with them now! He has been around the block with a choice of basses over the years and now that he has landed back with Jaydee and it is a massive endorsement for a top class Instrument. IMO, the Roadie Active 2 is the sweet spot and I preferred it over a mates MK Supernatural back in the 80's. The VFM factor on the Roadie is incredible and comes in under the price of many mass produced instruments. Yep there is a waiting list, but well worth waiting for IMO. 1 Quote
Russ Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 Just now, leroydiamond said: He has been around the block with a choice of basses over the years and now that he has landed back with Jaydee and it is a massive endorsement for a top class Instrument. IMO, the Roadie Active 2 is the sweet spot and I preferred it over a mates MK Supernatural back in the 80's. The VFM factor on the Roadie is incredible and comes in under the price of many mass produced instruments. Yep there is a waiting list, but well worth waiting for IMO. They're not big on 5- and 6-strings anymore though - it's the GA24 or nothing if you want a 5, and I'm not sure they even make the Calibas anymore if you want a 6. Maybe they still make then to order? I miss the Celeste basses - they were great, they should start those up again. Quote
Sparky Mark Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 (edited) 15 minutes ago, leroydiamond said: He has been around the block with a choice of basses over the years and now that he has landed back with Jaydee and it is a massive endorsement for a top class Instrument. IMO, the Roadie Active 2 is the sweet spot and I preferred it over a mates MK Supernatural back in the 80's. The VFM factor on the Roadie is incredible and comes in under the price of many mass produced instruments. Yep there is a waiting list, but well worth waiting for IMO. I agree that the Roadie Active is the sweet spot. Andy advised that the Roadies could potentially turn out a little lighter because of the set neck versus through neck hardwoods construction. Going for the smaller Series III body profile also shaves off a few ounces (if that's important to you). Edited October 13, 2022 by Sparky Mark 1 Quote
leroydiamond Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 24 minutes ago, Russ said: They're not big on 5- and 6-strings anymore though - it's the GA24 or nothing if you want a 5, and I'm not sure they even make the Calibas anymore if you want a 6. Maybe they still make then to order? I miss the Celeste basses - they were great, they should start those up again. When I think of 5 and 6 string, Jaydee don't register. Their focus I reckon is on 4 string basses. If 4 is good enough for MK..... 1 Quote
Sparky Mark Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 14 hours ago, kevin_lindsay said: I gave the black GA24 to young gospel player in London many years ago. He was a fantastic player, but couldn't afford a decent instrument. I have to admit, that I kinda regretted giving it away for quite a long time afterwards. Hahaha You must've been minted! Very kind of you. 1 Quote
Russ Posted October 13, 2022 Posted October 13, 2022 (edited) 54 minutes ago, leroydiamond said: When I think of 5 and 6 string, Jaydee don't register. Their focus I reckon is on 4 string basses. If 4 is good enough for MK..... Look how many times people have said that about Jaco. Hasn't stopped his son playing Fodera 6-strings. Even MK plays a 5 sometimes! EDIT: Video evidence. Edited October 13, 2022 by Russ 1 Quote
joe_geezer Posted October 13, 2022 Author Posted October 13, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Russ said: Look how many times people have said that about Jaco. Hasn't stopped his son playing Fodera 6-strings. Even MK plays a 5 sometimes! EDIT: Video evidence. A lot of the bass legends seem to stick with 4 strings, yea they might dabble in another brand's 5 string but generally stick to their 4 string brand. I think Jaydee have so many orders that it just wouldnt be efficient for their production line to accommodate to much diversity.. (im only guessing and have no real knowledge on this so take this with a pinch of salt... ) Edited October 13, 2022 by joe_geezer 1 Quote
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