Noisyjon

Just been looking at this local to me venue gig list and some crackers coming up there: The Beached Boys, Food Fighterz, Guns or Roses, Small Fakers, The Rollin' Stoned [url="http://www.tropicatruislip.co.uk/gigs/gigsandprices.htm"]http://www.tropicatruislip.co.uk/gigs/gigsandprices.htm[/url]

Jack, you gigging the Matamp anytime soon? Would love to come and hear one in action! ATB, Jon

[quote name='jacko' timestamp='1372979483' post='2132546']...The Titan is on evilbay at the mo though...[/quote] Hi Jacko, Have you listed the Titan for sale on here? I think it will be cheaper than eBay! Cheers, Jon

No problem Martin. So, what Bravewood bass do you have?

[quote name='mart3442' timestamp='1372943735' post='2131918'] Was I questioning anyones conduct? I'm just trying to ascertain whats gone wrong in the customer/retailer ralationship. Far from being a "Fanboy" who believes John Elliot can do no wrong, I'm interested to read about your experiences and admit to being more than a tad surprised that you guys have had a bad time of it as I can only base my opinion on my own experience. I can't speak for bravewood and would never presume to do so, but I can't imagine that any small business would be able to continue to trade if all customers were dealt with in the manner that you guys have described...... Isolated incidents and miscommunication hopefully. [/quote] Hi Mart, Sorry to be so abrasive and yeah, all opinions and experiences shared help everyone. For a bit more on this subject and Bravewood have a look at this thread: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/134354-problem-with-my-bravewood-bass-and-the-customer-service-i-received/page__hl__bravewood"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/134354-problem-with-my-bravewood-bass-and-the-customer-service-i-received/page__hl__bravewood[/url] ATB, Jon

Not for me but here it is: [url="http://s752.photobucket.com/user/jonthebass/media/Rascal-Bass_zps187ef6bb.jpg.html"][/url] And what a price! Check out the details here: [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/fender_rascal_bass_oct_mbjs.htm"]http://www.thomann.d...ss_oct_mbjs.htm[/url]

[quote name='timeworks' timestamp='1372801178' post='2130267'] I'm not your firend, and you are absolutely incapable of "thought". Can't you read?? [/quote] OK, No & Yes! Wht amp you playing that CS P through BTW?

[quote name='timeworks' timestamp='1372799645' post='2130239'] [url="http://forums.fender.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=86876&p=978897#p978897"]http://forums.fender...=978897#p978897[/url] Read it ALL. [/quote] Yeah man, suitably bonkers for a bass player... Welcome strange 4 string Brother

[quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1357831380' post='1929197'] Even I, a confirmed Precision Worshipper, am not keen on this. [/quote] +1

Nice one Clarky!

I bought a 2nd hand set of 5 string TI flats once to do exactly this as they are a bit longer leaving plenty of string to wrap around the tuner. No problems to report with them as they seem to be quite supple and able to cope with the sharp break angle over the saddle and through the body. Only problem is you end up with a .135 (or whatever it is!) B string unused.

A bit of a thread revival here - Anyone got one yet?

[quote name='mart3442' timestamp='1372769188' post='2129644'] Apologies, the actual term was "Kit of parts" not collection of parts. You are quite correct about any issues you may have had in your life being none of my business, I have merely put my opinions across on a matter that you raised on a discussion forum where the members may freely exchange their views an opinions...... I am a member of this forum am entitled to voice my opinion, just as you are. I do find it quite surprising that once you had agreed to the proviso regarding the first thread, you start another once the neck has been repaired (regardless of whether you had to pay for that or not). Surely, your point had already been made? As previously stated, I am can only go by my own experience, thereby giving others the option to decide based on my experience as well as yours...... [/quote] I'm of the thinking that everyone on BC needs to hear both types of feedback and here we are with our opinions and experiences of both. What exactly is your problem with me voicing it though? I must say you are coming across as a bit of a Bravewood Fan-Boy where no-one can say anything other than glowing reports... Correct me if I'm wrong as it is a pig to judge emotionless text on a screen.

[quote name='mart3442' timestamp='1372758873' post='2129484'] I'm a bit late coming to this thread but I find it puzzling that you didn't contact Bravewood when the problem manifested itself. The Bass was within warranty so you would have had no issue. Then, having lived with the problem for four months, you take the Bass to another Luthier rather than contact the builder first. I've had dealings with John Elliot and have no complaints. To refer one of his handmade instruments as a "collection of parts" is an insult to the man and his skills. As for his customer care, or lack of according to you, As I'm not privvy to the tone of the dialoque between you both I can't comment and I'll try not to read between the lines. I can only comment from my own experience with the man. [/quote] Well, All in your opinion of course Mart and thanks for dragging up a sore subject. Life is never that simple and I had other things going on back then that meant I couldn't deal with the bass immediately, not that it is any of your business. When the time came I took the bass to The Gallery to see what exactly the problem was hoping it was just a minor thing that needed attention, as it happened it wasn't and I only discovered there and then what the situation was. As for the Gallery and to their credit they advised me to immediately contact the manufacturer and take it up with him which is what I did. About the whole warranty debacle - Why does/should the warranty only exist for 12 months on a very expensive custom made bass that should last a very long time? It doesn't and the advice from the OFT was clear and I followed it. On the subject of "[i]To refer one of his handmade instruments as a "collection of parts" is an insult to the man and his skills[/i]" - I never said that, maybe someone else did? With a bit of time and space having passed since this was all dealt with all I can say to you is that a good measure of how a business's customer service is how they deal with things when they go wrong and this was a massive pain in the arse and all very unnecessary from the get go. If you've had a good experience then great, I'm pleased for you - I didn't and wanted to feedback on the situation so others can decide for themselves based on my experiences with John Elliot at Bravewood Guitars. By the way it's for sale in The Gallery at the moment if you fancy a Bravewood Custom 50s Precision bass.

I'm really torn - I do love the Stones music, they are true legends and know what they're doing [i]but[/i] at points it made me cringe because of how bad some of their performance delivery was, old boys or not. It reminds me of a conversation with one of my Mates who's a die hard Stones fan and seem them loads over the years. He won't go now as he says it will spoil the good memories he has from seeing them before and that it seems they are becoming a nostalgia act with an element of 'see-em-quick-beore-they-pack it in-or die', especially with the juicy ticket prices on this tour.

[quote name='fumps' timestamp='1372243819' post='2123213'] ...But for all who want to pay the £5 subscription. just do a donation every year. it will help BC... [/quote] +1

It's refreshing to read your review Billy and it has not helped my Matamp GAS

[quote name='mart' timestamp='1371551457' post='2115288'] The MusicRadar forum is not bad...[/quote] But owned by Future Publishing so it [i]could[/i] be biased/manipulated for them & their customers/advertisers? The idea of a GC and a DC being totally independent and run like BC is very appealing. I even have my drumming Brother interested in a DC and waiting to join!

[quote name='dudewheresmybass' timestamp='1371459774' post='2114032'] ...The hurricane flying over before they started was just the icing on the cake!...[/quote] That was just amazing and the organising that must have taken place with the East Midlands (International) Airport next door was probably a right head-ache! [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35S2lcNuDeo"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35S2lcNuDeo[/url]

I thought Maiden were good but not great. I think their ballroom days are over - sadly like many of the older rock & metal bands now. However I found Alice in Chains to be great and a great noise for 4 blokes to produce

I'm going too. Got my wellies in the car already

I was there too and it was everything you would expect - A tight and powerful performance from one of the true greats in the Metal world \m/ and indeed \m/

A great day indeed, well done chaps. Looking forward to seeing some pictures! Cheers, Jon