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[quote name='gafbass02' post='948094' date='Sep 7 2010, 11:01 AM']They do seem to have a few issues. I'd get two p110c's and the head next time tbh. The buckle gave out on the bag too, about five seconds earlier it'd have gone half way up a flight of stairs too!![/quote] Heck! I think for the moment ill steer clear. They look ideal, but no doubt id be unlucky and have to send it back.

To be fair, as much as a Bongo is an EBMM, it sounds very modern and 'new' to my ears in the demos....quite a big departure from a Ray. Youll still get that EBMM tone in it though...

[quote name='gafbass02' post='948077' date='Sep 7 2010, 10:47 AM']Ugh. Fivers are weird, I used to play sixes (status and ibanez) but just prefer four. The ibanez had to go back, I'll fill you in properly when it's safely back. Save to say it's still awesome and I will get one again. But the sound of this rig is great so far. Three gigs this weekend, an open mic house band slot for the midget, a loud indoor rock venue for the stack and an outdoor festival stage on Sat to compare so we'll soon have more details![/quote] I was tempted to get the Promethean but there has been a few that have had problems. I expect it on new products, but Im not sure I should pull the trigger or not.

That PJ rig looks like absolutely amazing quality. That alone attracts me to it. I can only imagine is sounds immense

What happened to the Ibanez gear? Do you prefer the Markbass/BF rig?

Im still intrigued with the Bongo....very intrigued.

Quick update. Its been delivered this morning and my girlfriend was home luckily! She says the box looks absolutely fine. The only thing was the damp bubble wrap covering the shipping box, but no signs of anyone opening it or damage. Ill check it later. Lets hope all is well! At least the mystery is over! If its damaged in anyway or been tampered with, ill be in for another wait I guess.

[quote name='molan' post='947723' date='Sep 6 2010, 10:18 PM']Surely the courier must have some sort of tracking system to work out where it was last? If it helps I once had a bass shipped to Spain & bounced all around Barcelona for about 10 days before finally turning up at the right place. When it did arrive it was in perfect condition [/quote] Thanks, thats what we are all hoping for at the moment! Im hoping, and I still have faith, that its just a mistake. The 2 Band got stuck last weekend due to Parcelforce having a technical problem at one of their depots. It was held up which meant I got it a week late as I can usually only get deliveries on Saturdays now. It was fully checked over by my dealer before it was shipped back out to me when PF finally decided to get it to them. It arrived here in perfect condition as was the box etc. So I do think these things can be a happy ending, its just the worrying Im doing now, and the potential problems of turning things down to due lack of 5 string again. I agree, they should be able to track it, but they seem to be taking their time. The Newcastle depot hasnt ever seen it, so its probably gone to the wrong place, or much worse, been stolen. I just hope the courier are going to sort this out NOW so I dont go mad with being in that 'unknown' state. The longer they take, the longer a potential re-order will take. More news when it happens! As you might have guessed, there arent many chances of anyone being in the house for the entire delivery slot, so that causes more problems.

Well, just as Ive been offered the Training Contract with a Law firm Ive worked towards for years and years (still VERY happy about this) but now Ive yet AGAIN had problems with couriers and basses. You can all see Ive got my Ray 5 HS on order. Its been on order for around 4 months. I didnt mind the wait so much, but you wont believe this. It arrived in the country last week, and been shipped to my dealer. The dealer sent this out on Special Saturday Delivery with my 2 EQ Ray, (along with other accessories). The 2 EQ Ray arrived safely. The Ray 5 HS has still not arrived, and the courier have no answers for my dealer as yet. This isnt a dealer issue, its a courier issue. Im seriously getting stressed out and quite worried about the whole thing. I really dont know what Im supposed to do. I needed a 5 string bass weeks ago, so another 3-4 month wait will be really hard work. Its the most Ive ever spent on a bass. Ive called my local depot and they have no idea where it is. It never arrived with them on Saturday. If it doesnt turn up tomorrow at one of the depots (eg if it went to the wrong area) I think its pretty clear its been stolen. What would you do? Obviously I dont have to do any type of claim as Ive not received it, or even seen it.

They look very pretty, and those pickups scream 'dont mess with me!'

I think there has been some changes. Sandberg specs say now 35 inch is an option but only in rosewood.

Check the bass porn under my thread for a pic of one of my new Rays. The others are yet to arrive. VERY happy Ive got at least one 2 band. This thing looks and sounds sooooo good! Im glad I went with a normal ray and the Classic if im honest. This bass looks like a modern-classic anyway. Punchy and FAT!

Mine turned up. Its a beauty! Pics in the Gear Porn bit.

I don't see any need to change the MM bridge.

Im still hankering after one of these!

[quote name='waynepunkdude' post='944439' date='Sep 3 2010, 12:26 PM'][/quote] I think youd like the TC amps Wayne....very Ampeg-ish tone, and a hell of a lot more. Doesnt have that micro amp 'feel' to it...just tons of volume.

Ahh god damn it. I need one. Which looks better - White/Tort/Rosewood or V Sunburst/V White Pearloid/Rosewood? Has to be SSS.

I thought I liked Rays! What a collection, well done

Bloomin heck what a thread. I think if you want an Ampeg tone, and dont mind the weight, go for it. They are industry standard. Yep the 8x10 is inefficient, but I doubt most big touring bands care or even notice! Certain things are only achievable with tubes amps. If you like it, do the wise thing and get a lightweight amp as well. That's what I did.

[quote name='P-punk' post='943834' date='Sep 2 2010, 07:40 PM']Import it yourself from the US. A lot cheaper (even including postage & VAT). You can even have it "custom built". Check the prices and options here: [url="http://www.guitarasylum.com/product_pages/gandl/g&l-jb.html"]G&L JB[/url][/quote] Well mine comes to just over $1500, thats pretty cheap!