STU-SBL

Great to see all the replies.

OW HQ is very busy at the moment with everyone setting up all the basses - you simply cannot move in the workshop because of the hundreds of instrument boxes!

They will be a full selection of Aspiration Series basses at the show this weekend - plus a selection of Custom Shop instruments (including my own Evolution 6 String)

Stu

[b]First Bass Owned:[/b] USA Fender Jazz bass
[b]'Go To' Bass:[/b] Overwater Classic J5
[b]'Your' Bass:[/b] Overwater Contemporary J5 Fretless

[quote name='hubrad' post='1112609' date='Feb 2 2011, 04:36 PM']A taster..[attachment=70901:Overwater1.JPG][attachment=70902:Overwater2.JPG]

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Right that's it... off the dealer list!

[quote name='slapierro' post='1106474' date='Jan 28 2011, 05:21 PM']sorry but your Overwater link doesn't work,[/quote]


Hi,

Sorry about the link. I'm having an issue with pretty URL's at the moment. For now use the following link

[url="http://www.overwaterbasses.com/index.php/j-series"]http://www.overwaterbasses.com/index.php/j-series[/url]

Stu (the other Carlisle bass player)

[quote name='sime17' post='1105696' date='Jan 27 2011, 11:17 PM']So hope there's some news from Overwater or Tanglewood soon - I can't be the only one who's really interested at the price point they're talking about.[/quote]

Thanks for the feedback.

The website is updated as and when news is available. This is not always easy to do as the team is rather small and commited to looking after all customers old and new, which is a full time job in itself. All projects are documented and a new gallery is being prepared.

The new basses have only just arrived in the UK and will be sent out to dealers soon. Details of stockists are being finalised and will be updated, along with a new section on the website within the next week.

If you have any questions about the new Aspiration series or other OW products please do get in touch. Chris and Laurence are always happy to talk bass and if you have any requests for imagery, news, reviews etc PM me here or [b][[email protected]]email[/email][/b]

Cheers

Stu

Great gig bags - the (insert luxury car brand of choice) of bass transportation!

I recommend cleaning and nourishing with a good quality leather cleaner. I use equestrian saddle products

So this is increasing in price....

Hi Tom,

I've got pictures of your bass on my iPhone - if you'd like them as well give me a shout and I'll mail them over.

Looks like a great bass already!

Stu

stu(at)overwater.co.uk

[quote name='pantherairsoft' post='1073982' date='Dec 31 2010, 08:18 PM']Yeah. Just need to persuade you to part with that Evo6 and my collection will be spot on [/quote]

Just been playing the Evo - I do love 6 string basses. Although, I try and give the other two basses attention, but it's hard. I imagine it's like having a favorite child, but not being allowed to let the other know....

Looking good bud. What a great way to finish off 2010 and a new arrival for 2011!

Stu

I've repaired ABS cases with cracks before and providing you take your time, satisfactory results can be achieved.

If possible post a picture of the progress you've made so far, detailing the extent of the damage.

Merry Christmas

Stu

[quote name='gilmour' post='1068277' date='Dec 23 2010, 09:57 PM']Out of interest what strings are you using on it, I'm not sure what strings I'm going to be able to use that are35" plus through body.[/quote]

Overwater nickel xl - suitable for scales up to 36" or 35" through body. Link below


[url="http://www.overwaterbasses.com/extended-nickel.htm"]Overwater Strings[/url]

If you have any questions about the strings PM me

Stu

I assume these are single coils? Are the pole pieces shielded, i.e. copper screened and grounded to earth on the jack socket, pot or other ground point?

[b]My interpretation of your problem:[/b]

From your description, by turning the treble all the way up you are magnifying the sound. Alternatively, by turning the bass up you are diminishing the sound... although the same interference will be present.

By touching the strings, bridge, pole pieces etc you are soaking some of the interference (sound you can hear) caused by the magnetic field of the pickups. Your bridge will be earthed (assuming this has been done correctly)

I may be wrong though A little more information may help.

Stu

Great looking bass!

Good choice with the option to string through the body and the Dimarzio Ultra J's - I have the same in my Copper OW

Enjoy her!

Stu

PM'd

[quote name='pantherairsoft' post='1027441' date='Nov 17 2010, 11:19 PM']Are these really 60lbs!? That seems mad for the dimensions given...[/quote]

Yes... or there abouts.

I owned one of these from new and they, like the rest of the EA range (pre micro) are weighty - great bit of kit though... wish I still had mine now

[quote name='pantherairsoft' post='1023606' date='Nov 14 2010, 05:11 PM']And the happy customer shot (yes, I am THAT short, and yes, I do REALLY need a shave )...

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No mate.. you're perfectly proportioned for your bass I'm 6'7 and purposely go for huge basses to make me look smaller

Looks great. A lovely bit of engineering!

Stu

[quote name='tayste_2000' post='1009475' date='Nov 2 2010, 11:58 AM']Are we still talking about basses, or are them some pics floating around that I really don't want to see.[/quote]

Yeah. Every new OW bass get a private stock Polaroid of their favourite member of the OW Team. My favourite is Martin wearing wellies

[quote name='lee650' post='1009031' date='Nov 1 2010, 10:32 PM']that my friend is a thing of great beauty and im pretty sure it sounds as good as it looks, been interested in overwater for a while, i tried a perception at promenade music and i was very smitten with it at the time, i concur with the bolt on thing ive always preferred the punchy sound of a BO just love em- great bass you must be very proud[/quote]


Thanks. If you've got any questions about any of the bass models just give me a shout.

I'm really digging ebony at the moment and the notes just leap off the fretboard on this bass fantastically defined and articulate.

Stu

Thanks guys.

I appreciate the kind words. These basses really are very special to me and especially so as my friends at Overwater take my ideas and make them work!

We've got a lot going on down at OW HQ - take a look at the latest email. If you haven't already, why not sign up?

[url="http://www.overwaterbasses.com/images/email/html_email_oct24.html"]OW EMAIL[/url]

Stu

Thanks guys. Good to know she's visually appreciated!

[quote name='pantherairsoft' post='994162' date='Oct 19 2010, 10:10 PM']Damn you for showing us this!

Shep[/quote]


It's my job!

I've owned and played more OW's than I care to remember (in a good way....) - this sounds great and firmly cements my love for bolt on basses!

Any of my basses are open for audtion - if anyone is ever up at OW HQ just let the guys know and I'll drop my basses off.

Stu

[quote name='tayste_2000' post='993424' date='Oct 19 2010, 12:42 PM']Wish I'd have played it on Bass Day but I'm sticking with my if you don't touch another Overwater you won't buy another Overwater rule [/quote]

I think people thought it was on the endangered species list and left it alone. Next time you're in town you'll have to have a play.... and fill in an order sheet

[quote name='niceguyhomer' post='990902' date='Oct 17 2010, 10:00 AM']Loving the white one Stu - great to see you back too.[/quote]

Thanks mate... it has been a while!

And to think 18 months ago I was faced with the prospect of selling everything

[quote name='Stingray5' post='990643' date='Oct 16 2010, 09:31 PM']All look lovely, but the middle one in particular (sorry, not sure of the model) is an absolute beauty.[/quote]

Overwater J5 Fretless - Trans black, Figured Maple on Mahogany

It's a great bass and the best bit is my brother made that one when he worked for OW