Eric_Wombat Posted April 11 Posted April 11 (edited) Well I really didn't need another bass, I think having 7 after only playing for 12 months is probably a sign that I have fallen victim to GAS, but as a huge Guy Pratt fan I couldn't resist any longer and I have no regrets. There are lots of reviews saying how good, and what great value these basses are and I cant argue with any of them. Even with my limited experience, and even more limited ability I can say it is an absolute joy to play and the finish and the overall quality far exceed what I expected at this price. Edited April 12 by Eric_Wombat 21 Quote
ezbass Posted April 11 Posted April 11 (edited) On 11/04/2025 at 08:19, Eric_Wombat said: I think having 7 after only playing for 12 months Expand Bravo! 👏👏👏 Nice new bass too 👍 Edited April 11 by ezbass 3 Quote
Rollin Thunder Posted April 11 Posted April 11 On 11/04/2025 at 08:19, Eric_Wombat said: Well I really didn't need another bass, I think having 7 after only playing for 12 months is probably a sign that I have fallen victim to GAS, but as a huge Guy Pratt fan I couldn't resist any longer and I have no regrets. There are lots of reviews saying how good, and what great value these basses are and I cant argue with any of them. Even with my limited experience, and even more limited ability I can say it is an absolute joy to play and the finish and the overall quality far exceed the what I expected at this price. Expand Nice bass. What’s the Ashdown amp like, fancy one of those myself 1 Quote
Eric_Wombat Posted April 11 Author Posted April 11 On 11/04/2025 at 17:40, Rollin Thunder said: Nice bass. What’s the Ashdown amp like, fancy one of those myself Expand Really very good, so pleased with it. 1 Quote
HeadlessBassist Posted April 11 Posted April 11 That's very nice. Has the Bass Centre version got the active preamp and the EMGs like the real Betsy? Quote
Eric_Wombat Posted April 12 Author Posted April 12 On 11/04/2025 at 21:19, HeadlessBassist said: That's very nice. Has the Bass Centre version got the active preamp and the EMGs like the real Betsy? Expand Yes it has, battery under the control plate as on the original. 1 Quote
Eric_Wombat Posted April 12 Author Posted April 12 On 12/04/2025 at 05:52, Bagman said: what is the Ashdown Head? Expand https://ashdownmusic.com/products/studio-mini-rig 1 Quote
Lozz196 Posted April 12 Posted April 12 Both look great, excellent bass and excellent amp, just a lovely set up 1 Quote
Marc S Posted April 13 Posted April 13 Lovely looking bass @Eric_Wombat. I must admit, I've pondered getting one of these - even though I already have way too many. I particularly like the colour, it's a pinkish burgundy wine, and i think it's a great colour. I've not played one of these, but have heard great reports from owners and people who've tried them out. I quite liked Guy Pratt, and he went up in my estimations after reading his book - very well written, and so entertaining. Also, I really enjoyed his lockdown videos & bass lessons. Enjoy your new bass 😀 1 Quote
TrevorR Posted April 16 Posted April 16 On 13/04/2025 at 17:09, Marc S said: I quite liked Guy Pratt, and he went up in my estimations after reading his book - very well written, and so entertaining. Also, I really enjoyed his lockdown videos & bass lessons Expand He was a properly good bloke and really down to earth when he came to the last SE Bass Bash - and absolutely hilarious. How many players of his stature would leave his original Betsy and the Spector he used to record Like a Prayer sitting on stage after his talk and say, “I’ll just leave those there if anyone wants to have a go on them…”? Barry Moorhouse brought a range of his Bass Collection basses to try out and I can confirm that the Betsy copies are really, really nice. Properly tempted. Enjoy it! I’m not the slightest bit jealous, honest! 5 Quote
Marc S Posted April 16 Posted April 16 On 16/04/2025 at 18:20, TrevorR said: He was a properly good bloke and really down to earth when he came to the last SE Bass Bash - and absolutely hilarious. How many players of his stature would leave his original Betsy and the Spector he used to record Like a Prayer sitting on stage after his talk and say, “I’ll just leave those there if anyone wants to have a go on them. Expand Wow! He's just gone up even more in my estimations of him. Wish I'd been there, I'd have really enjoyed a noodle on both those basses. Thanks for sharing this info & the pics 😀 1 Quote
Lozz196 Posted April 16 Posted April 16 Just ordered a copy of his book, am sure I’ll enjoy it 1 Quote
Marc S Posted April 16 Posted April 16 On 16/04/2025 at 20:22, Lozz196 said: Just ordered a copy of his book, am sure I’ll enjoy it Expand I'm sure you will @Lozz196 it's a really good read. He shares some great anecdotes. I must read it again. 1 1 Quote
Sean Posted April 18 Posted April 18 (edited) These basses are made in Korea apparently. Edited April 18 by Sean Quote
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