niceguyhomer Posted February 26, 2009 Posted February 26, 2009 (edited) Any interest in a virtually new Spector Euro LX5 with a recently fitted ACG02 preamp / newish Hiscox case? Fact is I love this bass but I have severe shoulder problems and need something lighter and my ideal bass is up for sale here and now so this is a one off. If the bass I want to buy goes, this'll be withdrawn. Two slight issues - there's a hairline lacquer split on the back between the battery cavity cover and the edge of the bass. It can't be seen from the front of the bass and can hardly be seen from the back either. I've had to gently file the B string groove to get a 130 B string in the slot - it's a neat job, hardly noticeable and doesn't affect anything. Spector are aware that their bridges won't take a 130 B and I'm in negotiation to get a replacement bridge but there's no guarantee so it would be sold on that basis. The ACG preamp is a true revelation and the most versatile thing I've ever come across, and it's beatufully made and installed with love. Other members have played this and will tell you what a special bass this is. I'm selling it at more or less what it cost me - £775 ovno. Meet / deliver within a reasonable distance or ship at your expense. More pics (with new preamp) to follow. Edited February 28, 2009 by niceguyhomer
Sartori Posted February 26, 2009 Posted February 26, 2009 If the taxman hadn't been mean to me this month, I'd take a sicky from work an hop on the train to Preston!
tonyf Posted February 26, 2009 Posted February 26, 2009 My oh my. My oh my oh my. Please let my G&L sale happen...... :-) T
GreeneKing Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 As a Spector Euro owner myself and as the geezer what fitted the pre-amp I'd just like to echo what's been said and more. The two minor issues mentioned by Alan really are minor and this is truly a VAS. A what? A Value Added Spector. The bass has retained all the classic Spector balls and has gained depth and versatility. If I was a 5 string player I wouldn't hesitate to jump at it, and yes my 4 now has an ACG02 fitted as well Peter
Golchen Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Hmmmn .................. I quite fancy a Spector.
Rayman Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 OH MY WORD...... This bass is utterly outstanding. I played it a couple of weeks ago, and was knocked out. BIG bottom end, crisp clean top, power in buckets, but capable of almost any tone you need thanks to the awesome ACG pre. If I hadn't just bought the Overwater I'd be having this, no question. Fancy a Spector? Well this is the one, I promise you.
niceguyhomer Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 Thanks Russ - are you coming out to play tonight?
RayFW Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Crikey! Just bought an MTD otherwise I'd be on the M6 as we speak. There's an outside chance I could rustle up the cash but I bet it sells before then. Good luck (not that you'll need it!)
niceguyhomer Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 Thanks RayFW but I think soemone's about to buy the bass I want so it may well be withdrawn shortly.
GreeneKing Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 That would be SAD if that happens I expect you'd say OW as you raised your eyes SKYwards! Okay I'm going
niceguyhomer Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 (edited) Looks like the bass I wanted is sold I'll leave this up for the weekend - will now consider trades for a good Jazz - preferably a Sadowsky plus cash your way or a Fender / Lakland with cash my way. Edited February 27, 2009 by niceguyhomer
GreeneKing Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 There will be others, might just mean a wait? Rather nice Celinder up too. Peter
niceguyhomer Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 Sadly, I haven't got Celinder money Pedro but if I did, I'd be in like Flynn. It's no big deal if I have to keep it, I've got my (very light) Rebop and my new P's not too bad weightwise so I'll just use this a bit less frequently and hope my shoulder improves. One day, I will have a Sadowsky.
jkedinburgh Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Hi There Any interest in a Fender Jazz Bass MIM fitted with Fralin pickups and an ACG 02 preamp, the bass has been setup by ACG himself and is excellent condition ? Best regards John
niceguyhomer Posted February 28, 2009 Author Posted February 28, 2009 (edited) Hello John - I dunno, I have an open mind. Best PM me with more details / pics / how much mahoney you're willing to shell out Edit - whoops forgot - please tell me how heavy is it too. Ta muchly. Edited February 28, 2009 by niceguyhomer
GreeneKing Posted February 28, 2009 Posted February 28, 2009 It's normally now that the offers come rolling in Al. Tried my ACG'd Spector at band practice last night and it was making me smile a lot. Peter
TPJ Posted February 28, 2009 Posted February 28, 2009 [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='421025' date='Feb 27 2009, 03:41 PM']One day, I will have a Sadowsky.[/quote] Hey Al, Have you tried a Sadowsky outboard pre? It makes almost any bass sound absolutely marvelous. If you can get your mitts on a jazz or P-bass to try this with then I'll send you mine to try if you like. I'm just playing DB right now so I can part with it for a month or so. It's a different beast altogether than the EBS Micro. Let me know. Cheers, Tom
Born 2B Mild Posted February 28, 2009 Posted February 28, 2009 It may now be withdrawn, but could this still be grounds for adultery M'lord?
niceguyhomer Posted March 1, 2009 Author Posted March 1, 2009 You're all way too kind - it's great to have such good friends - thanks a bunch for all your offers to help me out. I gigged with it last night at a small pub in Oldham and it was fabulous and I've just this minute got back from doing a posh wedding at Samlesbury Hall where I used it again and it was truly astonishing. This preamp is fantastic - it's made a superb bass even better. I'm going to keep it and get my shoulder fettled.
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