Chownybass

Hi All I'm exhibiting my basses at Mansons Guitar Show in Exeter on the 3rd of October. I need a helper to cover me for occasional trips to the toilet, and having a bite of lunch. Obviously a paying gig for 7 hours work. Ideally I'd like somebody that knows at least a little about bass. Although they'd be in no way expected to do any sales patter. At most they'd need to help people try the bass. Sit them by the stool, get them a bass off the wall and let them have a go. My first thought was a music student or similar - but I have no idea how to go about finding somebody. I'll be driving down from Bristol so could pick somebody up if they were on the way from Bristol -> Exeter. Anybody got any ideas? Ta!

For those remotely interested... Here is the video Davie504 recorded at the launch http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=va8Jkg-TkFc And this is the guy who won the youtube competition http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0zSlEieBM8 And if you're curious you can see all the entries here : [url="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=chowny+competition+entrant"]https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=chowny+competition+entrant[/url]

Pampered Menial by Pavlov's Dog has always been a favourite. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDG-aV67vhw&list=PL-fftAFmpcrAP34wiac2Hzo2GKXafGPDY[/media]

I wasn't thinking in terms of sales. More in terms of the fact I am running out of basses even for demonstration purposes.

If I have stock I'll definitely consider it! How many people usually turn up to a bash? - S

Hi Billy We'll be at the London Bass Guitar Show 2016, but that's a bit of a wait. When is the SE Bass Bash taking place? There's photos of the event here for those interested [url="http://chownybass.com/uk-retail-launch-event-photos/"]http://chownybass.com/uk-retail-launch-event-photos/[/url] There will also be lots of video and stuff coming (we're just editing it together). Here's the first of them : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=va8Jkg-TkFc

If anybody is near Stoke and wants to try one out, we're having a launch event on 1st and 2nd August. Lots to try (including a lefty) [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/266612-chowny-launch-event-academy-of-sound-1st2nd-august/"]http://basschat.co.u...-1st2nd-august/[/url] - Stephen

Chowny Bass are having a launch event at Academy of Sound in Stoke on Trent on the 1st/2nd of August. Attending will be the [url="https://www.youtube.com/user/Davie504"]Youtube bassist Davie504[/url] Also a chance to win £300 of Academy of Sound Vouchers. Chowny Bass’s retail launch with YouTube Bass Star Davie504 will be at Academy of Sound, Stoke on Trent on Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August 2015. Davie504 will be at Academy of Sound demoing the new Chowny CHB-1 Bass and during the day. Cameras will be set up and ready to go. Come and try the Chowny Bass, and if you want to, we will film your own 1 minute YouTube Bass Video. Videos will be uploaded to the Chowny Bass and Academy of Sound YouTube Channels. The winning video will be judged by Davie504 and Chowny Bass. We will also have a great range of Chowny CHB-1 Bass’s in store to try and buy (including a left hander).

[quote name='kodiakblair' timestamp='1437143128' post='2824001'] Congratulations on your 3rd run Stephen. If that doesn't say you're doing something right I don't know what will [/quote] The entire 3rd run is sold through as well. Every bass is going straight to a customer. I think the 4th will follow really close behind it. We have a big retail launch coming soon. Just waiting on the mods to find out if I can post the details on one of the forums on here. - Stephen

[quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1437121622' post='2823695'] Nipped up the road last night to meet Stephen (not forgetting Scottie dog Fergie) and try a Chowny. Very impressed - a quality piece of kit that's a really nice player. Based on last night, I'd say anybody who's ordered should give themselves a pat on the back. [/quote] It was good to meet you Mike! And it was Hamish. ;-)

[quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1436177147' post='2815533'] In my experience, Chinese quality is often pretty damn good nowadays. Obviously, there will be exceptions - as Muppet rightly points out that there are with MIA stuff. For me the beauty of the Chowny deal is that Mr C comes across as the sort of guy who knows how to spec a good bass, has a personal relationship with the Chinese manufacturer, and takes personal responsibility for ensuring that each bass he ships is up to snuff. If Scott Whitley manages to do the same with the SWB-1 he's commissioning from the same manufacturer, then us short-scale fans will have two great instruments to choose from - both offering exceptional value for money backed up by personal service. How good is that?! [/quote] Thanks for the kind words. That reminds me! The missing cases are finally coming this week I hope. I need to send everybody an update. I'm also about to put in my 3rd run on production. Couldn't have done it without you guys.

Just a quick note to say there's a couple of updates on the affiliates post : [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/249697-update-on-chowny-bass/page__view__findpost__p__2811310"]http://basschat.co.u...ost__p__2811310[/url] and [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/249697-update-on-chowny-bass/page__view__findpost__p__2811985"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/249697-update-on-chowny-bass/page__view__findpost__p__2811985[/url]

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1434661981' post='2801712'] What is the weight? [/quote] 3.4kg / 7.5lbs

[quote name='Fuzzbass2000' timestamp='1434660411' post='2801691'] I received this from Stephen at Chowny recently. Length 1140mm Width 420mm Nut width 40mm 12th fret 52mm Cheers [/quote] Thanks. I'll add the following Neck Depth at the nut 21.5mm Neck Depth at the 12th Fret 24mm - Stephen

Just a quick update if I may. See the affiliate thread here : http://basschat.co.uk/topic/249697-update-on-chowny-bass/page__view__findpost__p__2794251 For the latest stock update. I will update it as and when I get new stuff in. Thanks.

[quote name='DorsetBlue' timestamp='1433753397' post='2793533'] What do owners use for carry cases for these? [/quote] There is a fitted hard case for £70. Although we may need to put that up a few quid as we tweak our early production costs. Unfortunately they're all running late for the people who have already purchased. But they should be here within the next week or so.

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1433248870' post='2789337'] Antigua burst....that's all I'm saying Si [/quote] Ha! We'd do one any colour if you were prepared to wait 40 days.

Another great demo here : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XM_qJ368KW0

[quote name='Muppet' timestamp='1432644853' post='2783499'] Ah - I see now where you are based! [/quote] Bristol.

[quote name='Muppet' timestamp='1432644819' post='2783497'] Who did you have to sleep with to get that level of service?! I have to wait until tomorrow! [/quote] Ha! He just happens to live near us. But I'm open to offers if somebody wants to sleep with me.

Hi Guys Just a quick update. Another demo video for our bass. This time in the hands of Youtuber Davie504. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSSQibxkrSE

Things are well under way. We'll be emailing an update to everybody who has ordered tomorrow.

Just an update on timescales. Truss rod covers have now started manufacturing. They will take 10 days. I can take orders up until this point (15th March) if anybody wants to get in on this order. After this there is a week of manufacturing for the guitars - plus 6 days of air freight. Allowing a couple of days for me to receive and dispatch guitars out. Thanks everybody.

Thanks for all the kind comments guys. Just a few quick updates on what SK8 has kindly posted so far. We are looking to move from surface to air freight, so although I'll leave the current delivery timescales as they stand - I am looking for ways to exceed them. There's still a week left to get in the initial order if anybody wants to (for those in this batch you get free ebony picks and a free wide leather strap too). There's a discount code "basschat" for an additional £10 off. It means a lot to us here in the office how positive the feedback has been, it's been a hell of a job launching our own brand of bass with just 2 or 3 people. I'll finish by posting the sound demo videos. Thanks again! Stephen @ Chowny Bass http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSWGbunvZwQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RN5trdDk5DU

Nothing beats having your own name on the headstock ;-) I'm still thrilled that I made a thing! And not only did I make it, but it looks and sounds awesome. I've a half dozen other prototypes of different types with the same/similar headstocks too. I'll try post a picture later.