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Talking about wood porn. This is better than Playboy magazine! 😂

Must be quite heavy with Amboyna burl, no?

We would all love to see some pics please.....😄

Since you have both the Original and Flamboyant, do you notice the difference between the two? I mean when putting on a strap and playing in stand up position.

Well, I emailed Martin last week about changing the electronic of my Flamboyant to Turner/Lusithand setup. Still not heard a reply from the man though! 😕

Martin's choice of woods is just breathtaking!!

I know what you mean though. It's all a "feel" thing as far as basses are concerned. Cheap basses do not mean it's bad. I had SIRE before and loved it. Expansive basses do not automatically mean it's a keeper.

That's a beaut Russ. Saw a similar one on sale at BassBros a while ago and I took too long to decide and when I finally make up my mind to buy it, it was sold! Eden rigs were one of the best for a while. Such a shame that they were bought up by Marshall and was never the same again.

I know but accidents do happen! 🤣

I find the horns on the Original a bit lethal! 😂

WOW...... That's impressive! 😮

So I was wondering how many members in BassChat are owners of a SEI bass ? I finally bought a Flamboyant 5 last year from The Bass Gallery. Martin was so kind that he checked the bass thoroughly and replaced a worn out electronic part for me. He also told me the story of this particular bass. It was a very early built in which the bass was numbered but Martin stopped numbering them because of the process it took could be a health hazard to himself! Sei basses are amazing to play and look at. Combination of woods used and workmanship are breathtaking. Some people hate the head stock and I must admit I wasn't too keen on that initially. However, when you are actually looking at the instrument and I beginning to understand the logic for the minimum head stock, is to reduce unnecessary weight and improve balance. Forgot to mention John, equally nice and could be funny sometimes when he's in a good mood! 😂 Of course the rest of the boys there are great and helpful too.

Yup, it's not too far really. Go try it out feel the actual bass is the best solution. Good luck!

Well, I just knew the partnership wouldn't last right from the beginning! 🙄

And live happily ever after! 😜

Totally agree with you Chris, well said 👍 Do like the gloss finish but it's a £500 optional extra! 😥

The SM1 does kind of grow on you after a while. That shape has character.

I am sure Ken Smith has already claimed his authority over the early design! I think the SM2 on the photo looks much better also. The new owner of this bass says there is no neck dive so I guess the body weight must have balanced out the neck weight.