warwickhunt

The impostor and the originator... <edit> I've yet to bling the Spector out with the new gold knobs that I have.

You bunch of heartless vultures! Well I have it... It is an absolute given that on any given thread on a bass forum if anyone has to describe the neck of a Warwick that the term 'clubby' will be used by the vast majority of contributors... Yes? Well how come this Spector neck is BIG compared to all of my Warwicks? I'm not slating it but it was the very first thing that sprang to mind when I picked it up (the first thing that sprang to mind when I opened the case was Phwarrgh). Nor do I necessarily think it is a bad thing... just unexpected! Quite a Precision(ish) D shape in profile, I've got a mate who I've been meaning to get a micrometer off so it'll be interesting to make a comparison. I've yet to play it plugged in but acoustically it is very different (mellower) to my Stage I which I'll be making direct comparisons with. This could be down to string choice so I'll reserve judgement till I've strung it with the same strings as the SSI (DR Sunbeams). Watch this space.

[quote name='Marcus' post='355584' date='Dec 16 2008, 07:30 AM']Hi John, I think you know they sound better than Warwicks !!![/quote] We shall see... we shall see! I'm going to try and restring it with DR Sunbeams to match my Stage I and do a bit of comparison recording. Then again how do you decide if it is the bass (ie body wood, neck and fingerboard) or the electrics (MEC + MEC 'v' EMG + Tonepump). I am looking forward to this.

[quote name='Chipps' post='355547' date='Dec 16 2008, 12:38 AM']You're not after any (six string) guitars are you? That's about all I have to trade I'm afraid... (Unless you're into mountain biking...) Despite having a 'wick Corvette, I now want another Warwick, so there ARE some people out there who want Warwicks, so don't lose heart...[/quote] I have a couple skinny strings (70's Epi Sheraton/Parker Fly P38/Taylor Big Baby/S&P 12 string) for noodling on and for little bits of work so I'm probably OK in that respect but just in case it's something that might float my boat you can PM me what you have. Oddly enough I think Wicks are starting to turn a corner and I've had some interest lately. Christmas is one of those weird periods where there are some tightening their belts to spend cash on their families and a handful of others looking to splash cash to get something for themselves!

[quote name='GreeneKing' post='355479' date='Dec 15 2008, 11:15 PM']John You never know. It could be the new Dubya?[/quote] I hate to ask but...? [quote name='OldGit' post='355485' date='Dec 15 2008, 11:22 PM']Smokin' your supper again?[/quote] Kippers [quote name='Aharon' post='355487' date='Dec 15 2008, 11:22 PM']if it seriously turns out you dont like it, then let me know [/quote] Stranger things have happened. [quote name='Born 2B Mild' post='355489' date='Dec 15 2008, 11:24 PM']May I suggest you put on 'Topic Description' a warning that at this moment in time, it hasn't arrived? Some of us with excitable dispositions, require our expectations ...a little 'managed'. :wacko:[/quote] ... but that's the fun of Basschat. [quote name='XB26354' post='355491' date='Dec 15 2008, 11:24 PM']Would you trade it for a bass I haven't got?[/quote] Only if you haven't got it on credit. [quote name='Josh' post='355495' date='Dec 15 2008, 11:27 PM']Would you give it a chance? Don't be scared John, they don't have to fully replace your Warwicks...yet.[/quote] Hmmm, you sure.

No pics I'm afraid as I haven't got it yet. Just a preemptive posting Ignore me I'm in a stupid mood!

[quote name='Presidente' post='355431' date='Dec 15 2008, 10:20 PM']I've got 2 knobs from a 1979 Music Man Sting Ray bass. Sorry, I don’t have the third one. Maybe anyone need them. They come with the original set screws. Lookin’ for 70 euros. A picture [url="http://s166.photobucket.com/albums/u118/Simoneisidoro/?action=view&current=knobs.jpg"]http://s166.photobucket.com/albums/u118/Si...rrent=knobs.jpg[/url] Many thanx!![/quote] If you had the 3rd one... a neck, tuners, neck plate and screws... the body... pick-ups and wiring... a bridge and some strings... maybe the control plate . . . Oh and a bunch of screws etc. you'd have a bass for sale! Just pulling your plonker, this ad might be better off in another section of the forum.

[quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='354793' date='Dec 15 2008, 09:13 AM']Nice one - will update the ad on the 'bay now. Did you sell yours this weekend? Mark[/quote] No but with so many Thumbs floating around on the forum I don't expect to. I'm not in a massive hurry as I've sold my P bass to a BCer and a Warwick forum member has bought one of my Infinettes... just waiting for 'further' verification on my paypal account so that I can access the funds!

[quote name='eubassix' post='355130' date='Dec 15 2008, 03:39 PM']Thanks Ady! .. thank goodness somebody has a decent memory: there you go John, if Oct. 07 sounds about right then you would have bought it from Ady/ebay. +1 on Ady's comments on the lightness/0-dead spots (in addition to what's been said before). Remains an excellent & uncommon bass .. at a very good price.[/quote] Phew... thought I was having a senior moment. Yep it looks like those dates would tie-in nicely. If those dates are correct why the heck did I get it off ebay and not direct from Ady? Never mind, another bump for a cracking bass.

[quote name='db100' post='354767' date='Dec 15 2008, 07:30 AM']superb example of a 78 Fender Jazz Bass,beautiful looking instrument,ash body with amazing wood grain,, original shop tags still attached ,pearl inlays,excellent condition. email me for pics and discussion if interested.[/quote] Pics in the thread will save you a load of time and hassle.

Just a heads-up as it could matter to a potential buyer (and 'might' help you achieve a higher price) but your eBay ad needs a quick amendment... the neck is wenge (and bubinga) not ovankol; ovankol is the wood of choice for the recent range not these old basses.

[quote name='eubassix' post='354555' date='Dec 14 2008, 08:31 PM']I DID have one of these ages ago - same specs/colour (you can get various options including 2x magnetic p/up in addition to the piezo / and various colour options - although IMHO this is the best). If there's some slight marking/wear below the rear 'hook' (extension for strap/balance) then it's possibly mine (well, formerly mine). There is (was) also a superb Bolin fitted hardcase (traditional, tolex type but with interior fitted for this bass specifically) with 'Bolin' logo. Superb instrument!.. can only agree with what's been stated thus far (except that I do like the headstock concept) - I really enjoyed playing it but didn't really find a 'working' use for it.[/quote] This does have that bit of wear described... am I going completely senile, did I buy this off you Dave or did you have it prior to my receiving it. I'm certain that I got it off eBay!

OK as it happens my best laid plans went awry (no new bass for Johnnie-Poos) and no-one took me up on my offer of free personal door to door delivery any way! This bass still needs a new home so if anyone fancies treating themselves to a Crimbo pressie, it's here for the taking.

Time is slipping away as I need to be off first thing tomorrow morning!