nordygrrl

just my two cents: Communication is its own skill. Some folks have expansive knowledge on the technical end. Some have the artistry to work with their materials (woodworking). Some folks are natural communicators. I'd sacrifice the comm skills if my builder has the artisty and knowledge.  Of course all three is the desire. But once I get my instrument the 2 are all that matter.

On 10/10/2023 at 15:25, Fishfacefour said:

Any chance of a fretless cat bass? 

you can order one now. email me [email protected] and i can help you with your order.

Carey is also working on some lefties. repurposed neck, house-made body.

On 02/10/2023 at 02:08, fretmeister said:

 

That would be excellent!

tis I, Social Media Sonia.  yes, carey is working on this... should have some samples ready in a couple of months

On 01/10/2023 at 23:44, BassApprentice said:

As with everything - depends on budget.

 

I'm sure Sandberg would do you a 5 string short scale Lionel if the price was right.

rumor has it Nordstrand is working on a Cat 5...
its not a rumor.  I work there.

On 23/07/2023 at 05:48, Frank Blank said:

Well, here we are months later, and I find my regret at selling the Acinonyx, far from diminishing, is actually growing! @nordygrrl, does the V2 come in black with a tort pickguard? I've seen it in black but only with a white parchment guard.

all the combos are available. Check with your local dealers first! https://nordstrandaudio.com/pages/dealers

On 20/05/2023 at 13:43, knicknack said:

@Frank Blank another V1 I think… I really love it and keep switching between flats and rounds so thinking one each! One may well live with band gear too… 

Several players have chosen to have 2. for that reason

ICYMI:
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On 17/05/2023 at 13:27, Frank Blank said:

In what is a no doubt Real Housewives of BHesque twist, I'm very much missing the Acinonyx...

You are killing me!  The twists!  The turns!  The life of a bass player!

This thread is better than Real Housewives of Beverly Hills... Oh wait, you're brits and mostly men and probably have no idea what I'm talking about.

three switches down is all three pups in parallel for the V2. 4 switches down is series.
on the v2 if you press 3 buttons down is the same as pressing the first button.  both pups in parallel.  four buttons down is in series.

1 hour ago, Obrienp said:

I’ve been wondering about that and had come to the conclusion that 3 is not different to button 1 but I have to admit my hearing is not what it was.

Which bass... V1  or V2?

13 minutes ago, warwickhunt said:

 

So what setting is '3 buttons in'?    

 

Ummm all three in parallel

29 minutes ago, TeatroLirico said:

yeah, sorry for summoning you for nothing!

Never shy away from asking. I mostly don't know anything but I know who to ask!

yep its 4.  and it takes some practice to engage.  It's a lighter touch than you might think. I love how the forum jumps in and helps answer the questions posted.  You guys are awesome.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CqYiWL9jELh/
Enjoy some Will Birckhead on the Cat.  If you don't follow him on Insta, you should.

48 minutes ago, Frank Blank said:

I have moved the Acinonyx on since emailing but I have heard similar from other owners about not getting email replies from the site. I am sure that these alternative contact details, plus your presence here (I see you have very helpfully answered many queries over on TalkBass) will answer other owners enquiries. 

I try!  I like to make sure everyone gets the correct info and any thing new.

15 minutes ago, Frank Blank said:

Excellent! Can you tell me why Nordstrand don't reply to inquiries via the online form on the website?

We get 100s of emails a day, some slip through. im going to double check if we are getting shopify emails. i have seen them, but Im not sure who actually checks for them. Can you let me know when you sent your email so I can specifically research it?

Your best bet is to contact [email protected] directly.  I mostly handle social media, but try and get answers to any questions I find on the forums.  you can contact me directly also. [email protected].

Hey all!  This is Sonia from Nordstrand (hence the NordyGrrl moniker.) Sorry I don't spend as much time on here.  I'll try and be more diligent.

OK V2:
• it is not a replacement for V1
• it's tonal range lies on the upper end and overlaps a bit on the higher end of V1, which sits more on the lower end.
• the guts are assembled here and installed into the V1 bodies. 
• were are not currently selling the guts as a drop into the V1. I don't see that happening anytime soon

There will not be a longer version of these basses.

A 5 string will happen at some point but not manufactured for a couple of years at least.

Hipshot does manufacture the heads and bridges.  Screws were a little loose on a few bridges of the first run, (problem solved with a little loctite glue.) Mainly folks were not installing their strings properly. The current batches are extra tight, so hipshot must have heard your cries. 

Black bridges are not available.
If you want a fretless, you can order a fretted and put fretless in the notes. The price is the same. (we only have one de-fretted neck available at this time, but you do have a choice between white lines or black, so please specify) First come first served.

I'm sure to have missed other questions, so you can tag me in questions and I'll try to keep up.  

Just poppin in to say hey! I spend more time over on TB but would like to get aquainted over here.

There were certain intentions made when we did not initially produce a 5-string option of this bass.  While we absolutely knew there would be a demand for a 5 string, it really didn't fit the retro vibe/aesthetic, tone specs, etc.  It's a 4 string for a reason, the right tool for what's intended.  As musicians and artists, I'm sure you understand. That being said we NEVER say Never here at Nordstrand. Stranger things have happened.  I don't see it happening in the near future, as there are lots of ideas for new goodies lined up over here at the shop. Just. You. Wait.

Automotive reference... very USA.  We'll see what Mo has to say about it.

2 minutes ago, warwickhunt said:

Thanks for the response.    

There is a (very) audible difference between the settings/selections.  It's just interesting to know what is happening under the hood (in American parlance).    

Hi All,
Sonia here from Nordstrand.  Gonna be skulking around here so if you have any questions, I'll do my best to keep up!