spectoremg Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 The twin's just as beautiful! The Aguilar pups look cool on the Helium too. What's the difference with those? Got my bank statement open in another pane! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 [quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1421615882' post='2663378'] The plum one's wrong, just WRONG! But the Helium's a beauty. [/quote] I saw both in real life at BD yesterday. The plum one looks so much better in real life, very nice indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 [quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1421616635' post='2663388'] The Aguilar pups look cool on the Helium too. What's the difference with those? [/quote] As far as I can tell they're single coils in a soapbar size. The bass can be switched active/passive, too. I've not heard them yet, however. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1421617113' post='2663397'] I saw both in real life at BD yesterday. [/quote] Again?? What have you bought this time??!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 [url="http://www.spectorbass.com/euro4-lx-twtrade.html"]http://www.spectorbass.com/euro4-lx-twtrade.html[/url] Moderate to heavy GAS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 I thought i would post this question here instead of repairs and technical as i thought i was more likely to get a response. I have a 2002 US Spector and I am attempting to adjust the truss rod for the 1st time. I don't have an assorted Allen Key set..... yet. I have tried all the allen keys i have, a couple were close, but no cigar. Have had a look here http://www.spectorworld.com/setupprocedure.htm and it mentions about a 4mm wrench. I'm assuming this means a 4mm allen key. Is there a specific Spector truss rod adjuster i need, or do i just need to get my backside down to a hardware shop and pick up a could of different allen key sets (as i need the small ones for doing the bridge too). I thought this was where to come. Payment may be forth coming in the shape of pics of my 2 spectors.... that should be on here anyway!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 [quote name='The Badderer' timestamp='1422632041' post='2674929'] I have a 2002 US Spector and I am attempting to adjust the truss rod for the 1st time. I don't have an assorted Allen Key set..... yet. I have tried all the allen keys i have, a couple were close, but no cigar. [/quote] I have a 2002 Euro and that takes a 5mm key. But it's a Czech-build, so I'm not sure if that makes a difference or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 but it was just a normal allen key? no special truss rod adjustment device thingy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 You need a 4mm allen key for a US NS2. A one with a long shaft will probably suit you best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 that's great! a trip to go and get me some allen keys looms tomorrow when i get the chance i will post my 2 spectors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-ZARN Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 You might want to get yourself a 3.5mm size also. On my NS5XL the 4mm size is too big and the 3mm size is too small. My 30 piece allen key set doesn't have a 3.5 mm size so I can't be absolutely certain. Also the 1/8 size is too big and the 7/64 is too small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Cool. great tip. i'm prob gonna get a few different sets as i have US, German, UK and Korean made US designed basses, so prob need to get imperial and metric. also need to get slimline spanner set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 [quote name='The Badderer' timestamp='1422651287' post='2675313'] ...gonna get a few different sets as i have US, German, UK and Korean made US designed basses, so prob need to get imperial and metric. also need to get slimline spanner set. [/quote] Just get a Snap-On Tools van to follow you to gigs and rehearsals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 HA!!! to be fair this will probably be the more cost effective option!! I'm contemplating what will happen if i take more than 2 basses into somewhere like Maplin and sit in the corner trying different tools before i buy them.... BTW anyone have any recommendation for tools makers to use / avoid like the plague? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Any stuff you get from B&Q, Screwfix, Maplins or similar will be fine. Avoid stuff from the poundshop Mind you, avoid Teng and Snap-On cos it's the best and will cost a fortune! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 so far i haven't been let down by maplin so will prob head back there. decent prices and everything seems a decent build quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 [url="http://www.spectorbass.com/euro4-lx-twtrade.html"]http://www.spectorbass.com/euro4-lx-twtrade.html[/url] Dear Spector Could you please make this with DC pickups, master volume and pickup fade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 [url="http://www.basscentral.com/pdimages/2014/BLOWUPS%202014/Spector%20Euro%204%20LX%20Silver%20Burst%2011221%20blowup.php"]http://www.basscentral.com/pdimages/2014/BLOWUPS%202014/Spector%20Euro%204%20LX%20Silver%20Burst%2011221%20blowup.php[/url] WOW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 YES SIR!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmurf Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) [quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1422691291' post='2675628'] [url="http://www.basscentral.com/pdimages/2014/BLOWUPS%202014/Spector%20Euro%204%20LX%20Silver%20Burst%2011221%20blowup.php"]http://www.basscentral.com/pdimages/2014/BLOWUPS%202014/Spector%20Euro%204%20LX%20Silver%20Burst%2011221%20blowup.php[/url] WOW! [/quote] Silverburst? Almost Mastodon-esque! Edited February 1, 2015 by Bassmurf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 (edited) Guys - help! I'm shaping up to satisfy some serious Spector GAS with an LX4 TW but I'm a bit confused re the finish. Both are described as Matt Black Stain but are clearly different. I prefer the one in the body only pic. The Spector site isn't very helpful (a finish gallery would be useful). Any advice? Edited October 4, 2015 by spectoremg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Badderer Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 is the difference that the woods are different but the finish is the same? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 I think the finish is the same but the woods are different. But there's no difference in the description even on the Spector site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Looks like different woods to me. That, or it's the same bass and there's something strange going on with lighting, angles and photoshop. the whole bass looks a bit odd to me, where as the close-up looks real Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Yes it's a bit strange isn't it. I've contacted Barnes & and Mullins (UK dist) on advice from the Spector website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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