niceguyhomer Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I have recurring Bongo GAS, I have two really nice basses at the moment but every now and then I look at a Bongo and well, it's a bit like Close Encounters when they keep seeing the shape of the mountain and come over all peculiar, I get drawn towards them. I hate the look of them but having owned two - a 4HH and a 5HS, I can quite categorically state that for me and the way I play, there's nothing better sounding and easier to play than the proverbial and much maligned toilet seat at full throttle. Had to share that....... na, didn't work, I still want one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 (edited) Best looking Bongo I ever saw...... I love the shape, I'm just not into the mad colours, so natural like the one above would be awesome. Surely a Bongo 5HH is the only bass anyone could ever really need? (edit; yes I know this one is an HS) Edited October 27, 2009 by Rayman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul_C Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 [quote name='Rayman' post='638141' date='Oct 27 2009, 04:37 PM'] Best looking Bongo I ever saw...... I love the shape, I'm just not into the mad colours, so natural like the one above would be awesome. Surely a Bongo 5HH is the only bass anyone could ever really need? (edit; yes I know this one is an HS)[/quote] no, a 4HS is all you ever need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 [quote name='Paul_C' post='638149' date='Oct 27 2009, 04:48 PM']no, a 4HS is all you ever need [/quote] No, a 5HS Homer, pardon me, but when I first joined the old forum you had the two nicent examples I've seen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 You're absolutely correct Chris - both purchased off Paul_C. Loved 'em to bits but you know what I'm like Thanks Russ - that's gorgeous and I want it now. :wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 If i can help in any way by possibly relieving you of your P5 Alan I'm more than willing to try Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I have the same problem with the Bongo... I play an Overwater and whenever I play a Bongo I think 'its not as nice as my Overwater'... yet the though of a Bongo 6 is so exciting I come over all funny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 [quote name='pantherairsoft' post='638195' date='Oct 27 2009, 05:23 PM']I have the same problem with the Bongo... I play an Overwater and whenever I play a Bongo I think 'its not as nice as my Overwater'... yet the though of a Bongo 6 is so exciting I come over all funny![/quote] That new 6 makes me positively moist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 (edited) MB1. I cant believe the designers at BMW designed this... and didnt realise it looks like a toilet seat!...However! ive never played one....(a toilet seat or a bongo! )....If Your telling me its an Earthmover... so to speak!... i'll have to take your word for it! ...would love to try one! Edited October 27, 2009 by MB1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deej Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Ive wanted a bongo for so long, but just dont have the money. I think theres a lot of colours that make them look rank, but when you find a sweet one you just know you need it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_random Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 For all those with serious Bongo GAS, we've got a lovely Bongo 5 in Black Metallic in the GAK bass department at the moment. I've got it on the wall at £799 but if any BassChatters want it, I'm offering it for £699. PM me for more info, pictures etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDM Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I'd love a bongo too, probably a white 5HH for me. My only gripe is that they've got painted necks - it's understandable why a set neck/neck-thru could be painted, but why would anybody want to paint the back of a bolt on neck?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 I'm not usually a fan of painted necks but it didn't seem to matter on mine - they felt good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefboltonfc Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I'm going to sound like such a tool here... but what the hell is a GAS? *embarrassed face* I'll hide in the corner and wait for the laughing to commence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfalex v1.1 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I liked the 4HH I played at Bass Merchant last time I was there. Funds do not currently permit GAS to function correctly. More's the pity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 [quote name='stefboltonfc' post='638354' date='Oct 27 2009, 07:21 PM']I'm going to sound like such a tool here... but what the hell is a GAS? *embarrassed face* I'll hide in the corner and wait for the laughing to commence.[/quote] MB1. .....GAS stands for Gear Acquisition Syndrome!...Bassically! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDM Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 [quote name='stefboltonfc' post='638354' date='Oct 27 2009, 07:21 PM']I'm going to sound like such a tool here... but what the hell is a GAS?[/quote] Perhaps it's better that you, and your wallet, don't know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 yep - GAS is an infectious disease around here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 I have owned 2. They speak with the voice of thunder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dub_junkie Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 owen's right,they do indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 I've always fancied a mighty Bongo HH. Luckily, I've never happened on one in a store or elsewhere, so I've never got hooked on them. Egyptian Smoke for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duarte Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 (edited) [quote name='Paul_C' post='638149' date='Oct 27 2009, 04:48 PM']no, a 4HS is all you ever need [/quote] I hear that! Fookin' love this bass. [quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='638884' date='Oct 28 2009, 10:52 AM']Egyptian Smoke for me. [/quote] I hear that! Bloody love this finish. Edited October 29, 2009 by Duarte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I love Bongos. My 5HH was awesome, except the string spacing was a wee bit too tight for my sausage fingers. Along came Kerr with his 4HH (in EXACTLY the same finish) and a short round trip on the ferry to Scotland and now I'm as happy as the proverbial pig... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dub_junkie Posted October 30, 2009 Share Posted October 30, 2009 best trade I ever did mate. your old 5HH is just epic! Sapphire Black is a cool finish. very understated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted October 30, 2009 Author Share Posted October 30, 2009 Are you bringing that to Moffat dub_junkie? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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