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    [quote name='Schnozzalee' post='844390' date='May 21 2010, 05:07 PM']Wasn't me either! I dithered too much about the looks. I need to try a couple o status' not sure whether all graphite or an S2 would be good for me[/quote] All graphite - all the way S.....they're the dogs.
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    [quote name='owen' post='844088' date='May 21 2010, 01:10 PM']I am in Bangor, North Wales. Mark I or II? I'm afraid that I have no idea. How would I tell? No trades I'm afraid. Need it you know you do.[/quote] Could be wrong but I think all of the 5 stringers are the mark 1.
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    [quote name='BarnacleBob' post='844004' date='May 21 2010, 12:09 PM']Well i will buy this then swap you for ur 4 BB[/quote] You've got a deal
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    [quote name='jimijimmi' post='843915' date='May 21 2010, 10:41 AM']im a huge fan of the bass and honestly dont want it to go, but my pay isnt great at the moment and something must go [/quote] This will only increase in value, let something else go?
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    I would so love this to go with my 4 stringer. Superb basses - can't praise them enough. £1100 is a cracking price too.
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    This would be a crime against graphite if it went as low as £1200. Where's Rich.............
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    The bass is now with the Tech will be getting a neck scrub and re-oil, new strap locks fitted and even the ding on the lower edge filled/smoothed and re-touched. So for the moment this bass is withdrawn. If It doesn't feel right when it comes back then it may go back up for trade/sale......but hopefully it won't be.
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    That's pretty much where I am Nick but I'm trying to stop the cycle before I bankrupt meself
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    [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='840801' date='May 18 2010, 01:16 PM']+1 I share your pain Mart [/quote] One day I'll have my 3 bass 'set' that I'm completely happy with. On that day; hell will freeze over, pigs will fly and the Conservatives will form a coalition government with the Lib-Dems (oh...scrub that last one). Fortunately Mrs MTB never quizzes me too much, she just rolls her eyes when she sees one leave/enter the building. Are you sorted now Nick?
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    Cheers Jim. Good to hear from yer. Oh and happy birthday!
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    [quote name='thebuckets' post='840127' date='May 17 2010, 08:12 PM']this is painfull! how can i be really happy with the one ive just bought (identical but in 3eq) and still want this? this is as good as it gets for me someone buy it you will be very happy i promise[/quote] Cheers tB. I can understand how you would still want it. The 2EQ sounds a lot different to the 3EQ on my other Ray, seems to suit fretless somehow.....never really found as much difference as some find between 2 and 3EQ on fretted. The thing I'm struggling with is the natural (oil) finished neck, I prefer the gloss on my other Ray and Status. I'd prefer to sell this and get something that suits better but if necessary I'll pay some cash to get this one sorted to my liking.
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    A few more images (all courtesy of the Wife's Lumix G1 - just goes to show with this picture quality it certainly isn't idiot proof) to show the excellent condition this bass is in........go on you know you want it
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    [quote name='witterth' post='838711' date='May 16 2010, 11:09 AM']Another bump thats a REALLY GOOD PRICE!! Mrs W paid £850 for my one (birthday present) so someones getting a real bargin I'd say at £650! Edit and its a 1990/91 model[/quote] Cheers W. If it's a 1990/91 then it sat in it's case for 20 years and the price goes up as it's nearly vintage LOL. According to the EBBM site the serial places it as most likely mid 2008 or less likely 2007 tho I could be wrong. I had a 1990 Ray and it was very different - satin lacquer neck, bridge with mutes, serial on bridge and no quick battery change cover. I waited for a while for one as nice as this to come along.....I'm gutted it hasn't worked out (sniff)
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    And as promised a few piccies, including the afforementioned dink......
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    SOLD
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    [quote name='Sean' post='836091' date='May 13 2010, 12:49 PM']I've done this and A/B recordings on a Lakland DJ4 (lost the recs now) and the difference is negligible and as far as any difference to the sound once you are in the mix, forget it. Spend your energies on other stuff like EQ tweaks instead.[/quote] I'd tend to agree with this. If I've got a bass with a String-thru option I tend to string it that way but I can't say I miss it when it isn't there. For example I string my 30th Ray thru but don't miss the string thru on my Fretless Ray (where arguably it would be more beneficial). I certainly wouldn't spend money on a conversion.
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    Status owner and 47 years old... I've played in a functions trio for over 10 years. I've found the best alrounder to be, well a Status. The Streamline is nice and light for long gigs, balances well, never goes out of tune and can cover all the sounds my previous Fenders and current MM. The looks aren't to everyones taste but hey...
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    TBH I've never had much success other than with light 'swirlies'. I've tried T-Cut, Planet Waves Restore (followed by Shine) and Meguiars. If I feel a bass needs a freshen up I take it to a decent tech and ask for a 'buff up', normally only around £20.
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    Don't need to say 'told yer so' Rich The only basses that stand the test of time in your house begin and end with an S. You will save yourself time and effort once you allow yourself to realise this. Tho I guess you'd have less fun......
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    €500 seems a lot for a new neck - even Status are cheaper than this lol! Have you thought about having a word with Mr Shuker to see what he would quote - fretted or fretless? Alternatively if you really don't need this bass when your new JS arrives, why not look at the prices 'good' condition Sandy 5's have been posted on the forum for sale recently and subtract 10% for the cosmetic/hassle factor a potential buyer might perceive. I would assume this 10% would be a helluva lot less than €500!
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    That's a cracking price for a trans finish Ray with matching headstock. If I could justify another one I'd have it......give it time!
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    Ant's a great guy to deal with, just took delivery of a very nice Ray fretless from the man, as already stated above - ultra reliable!
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    I don't believe any bass is too nice to gig, but it's best to select sensibly. If I'm playing a fairly big venue where I can easily swing a cat then I'm happy to use my pristine MM - not much chance of damage or a punter knocking it flying. For small venues then a nice compact bass. The only time I get cautious is for Jamnights, I've seen too many accidents with drunks and expensive basses - a nice Epi EB0 is fine there!
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    [quote name='BigBeatNut' post='818770' date='Apr 26 2010, 01:24 AM']Funnily enough, I was in Electromusic on Saturday and was very impressed with the PM4 they had ... guess it was the Supreme you're talking about. Andy[/quote] I had a go on this very same bass yesterday....must be one of the most played shop bound Sandbergs in the uk! Have to say I'm a bit disappointed with the new shop layout (i.e. moving the basses downstairs) in Electro - there isn't room to swing a cat now and it's near impossible to have a quick noodle thru an amp with everyone trying to squeeze past you.
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    Yup Nick, that's a question I try and avoid from the better half. When she sees a bass leaving she rolls her eyes and says 'how long till the replacement arrives and how much!'
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