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We use a dep drummer quite regular who has a Natal kit in matching colour... that's when I use it (call me shallow)!

A personal observation re NT BO - I've never managed to get the same snap/attack from a NT that you can from a BO but then I don't generally do slap. I also think the sustain thing is so marginal that the human ear would struggle to hear which sustained the most... a new set of strings would make WAY more difference on either bass.

There's a thread running on this, it might be worth checking that for views and thoughts.

Very easy mistake to make, markers are fleur-de-lisle and do look like the blockier Spector markers.

That'll be the red Spector that is masquerading as a Warwick Streamer (5th Anniversary Ltd Ed); the thinnest neck this side of an Ibanez (slimmer than any other Warwick or Spector) and the lightest Warwick I've ever played. House fire - I'd save that one and the 91 Infinette that I've owned from new.

I've had them mounted on walls and some kept in cases but I can't claim to have managed a pic of them all... certainly not at once. I know at least 10 of them are still owned by Basschatters. Some of those I presently owned are here but I moved house just after this pic and I've not had the opportunity to get hangers back on the walls.

Let's set the record straight; more than 60 Warwick basses but easily as many of all other brands! My story/secret secret to owning that many basses is to marry an understanding woman/man/partner, hold down a day job, don't squander money (basses aren't squandering btw) and most importantly... don't have kids!

It's really hard to formulate a reply re. Warwick, never mind comparisons with Mayones (or any other manufacturer); so I'll start with the Warwick though it may sound like a history lesson as I don't know if you are only buying new. My views are based on presently owning 10 Warwicks and having owned at least another 50... not one bought new and no Rockbasses. New - If you are buying new the issues with truss rods, breaks, nuts, sockets are all pretty much a thing of the past BUT you are in the realms of a massive range of basses from Chinese RB basses up to German CS and priced accordingly. Sadly the highest grade are now into boutique bass category and price range. Used (vintage) - If you are talking 80's and 90's then the plus side is that you are only discussing instruments made direct by Warwick in Germany (OK... apart from the MIJ Dolphin Pro II), so no clouding of country of origin. Issues with jack sockets cost £5 - £10 to sort and generally should have been done by this point. Neck breaks at headstock and truss rod issues likewise should have occurred by now, if they haven't chances are they are OK. I've had 2 truss rod issues out of nearly 60 used basses and owned 2 further basses that had historical breaks/fixes... maybe some context? Model - You have everything from the Spector copies of Streamers (Stage I & II), through the Infinity, Thumb, Corvette, Dolphin, Katana, Darklord, Nobby... and a few others I can't think of off my head. Each has pretty much a distinct and different tone (the Streamer is 'probably' the most generic but not diminished because of it), further compounded by the fact that bolt-on models can/do sound different to neck-thru models and many of the ranges come in both. Oh... and you also have all of the Limited Edition models. The commonest models are; Streamer - ergonomic, well balanced, not extreme. Stage I & II very different tonally. Thumb - unique tone and appearance, can be heavier than it looks like it should be for its size, first position stretch isn't great for certain people (I still own one and play it seated). Corvette - well balanced, broad range of pup options inc $$ which could suit heavier styles. Infinity/Infinette - an upgrade to the Corvette that is chambered. Dolphin - like the Thumb a very focused tone with great balance but some can be heavy and necks generally broader. Weight - I presently own a bunch of Streamers and they range from 8lb to over 10lb (the latter being a Ltd Ed with a dense piece of maple as the body). I've got a Thumb from 1985 that is less than 9lb but a friend has one from 1991 that is 9lb 10oz. I've owned a couple of Corvettes, again presently 8lb 5oz but as much as 9lb 8oz in past basses. Actually I could give you personal experience of having held basses that go from low/mid 8lb to 10lb BUT I've owned other manufacturers basses that are likewise broad ranging (Lakland is a classic example). Neck profiles - Oh gawd... they range from super slim up to baseball bats and this is compounded by the various outsourced ranges available. You also have the option of a 'Broad Neck' on some basses, with wider string spacing. Pups - Used older models can have pups from: MEC, EMG, Bartolini, Seymour Duncan, Alembic and a few others I'm sure. You can get gold and silver MEC models (active/passive) EQ - 2 or 3 band active or passive (German models are switchable... but some are still technically active even when in passive), again early basses could be EMG, MEC, SD, etc. Bridges/Nuts - 2 pieces bridges are multi-adjustable inc string spacing. Early and CS models can have solid brass bridge plates which can add a bit of weight and sustain (allegedly). The bridge saddles can corrode but parts are available. Earliest JAN nuts in brass were great (never glued on properly but easily fixed), the Mk II models were made of chocolate and were an embarrassment. They seem to be sorted again now though. I can't say that I'm well up on a few of your musical choices but for a 'rock' orientated sound, you could theoretically take any of the above basses and make them fit but the $$ range gives you more scope for a fuller tone. The Thumb bass is used in a few rock bands for it's focused tone. The Dolphin and Infinity don't seem to feature in your choice of bands style but that's not to say they wouldn't! If you narrow down new/used and a price range, I might be able to refine the above! LOL Mayones - I've had the chance to play with 2, a Jazz style and a BE model. The Jazz (was it a Jabba?) sounded like a good Jazz and was probably put together way better than most Fender Jazzes I've played. It was different tonally but I could get it to sound like a Jazz on steroids. The BE model oddly, I thought sounded a bit like the Dolphin I had. Again, well put together but REALLY hard to compare to a Warwick in other ways. Phew... later!

Where do you live? I'm in the NE and I've a few Warwick basses you are welcome to try.

I don't recall putting money 'into' transferwise (o was it a nominal amount to ensure correct account). Your bank will have an iban number for your account it isn't attributed by anyone.

I wasn't sure if the Bart and/or Aguilar were factory as I've seen reference to upgrades/changes to the pre and assumed they were after-market. I've heard that the LP was meant to be great in this bass but wondered why if it was so superior, it hadn't been replicated - materials, windings etc. After all it is just lumps of metal (or metallic materials) wrapped in wire! I assume it isn't just a glorified 'wide aperture' Musicman pup under the casing?

What is so different about the LP pup. How is it constructed compared to the other options and does it have a different preamp if it has a LP?

There were 2 in the space of as many days... I should know. 😎

A word of caution (personal experience); if you use a courier that doesn't do the whole job (same company collects as delivers), you could find that one part of the system will blame another if there is damage and or loss... you'd think that a claim would be against whoever you booked with but it isn't always as straightforward! It is just a slim chance but I now ensure it is point to point delivery. Does the bass you are selling have a bolt on neck? If so it is going to reduce risk if sent detached, added to which delivery costs will drop. As has been pointed out, Parcelforce don't insure instruments; that includes if you pay extra for enhanced cover!

I wouldn't say he was an 'influence' on me but crickey the music of the Sweet certainly made its mark! Sad day indeed

I was watching that, nice to see it found a good home!

I think when sellers drop their price or reserve, you get an email. I don't think sellers can target watchers.

Bear in mind that the early Spector Euro basses had the same construction as the NS2, with solid (flame/quilt) maple wings. Later Euro/LX basses were maple faced with alder on the back (+ a filler piece). Theoretically if you put in the Haz-Lab pre you are essentially in USA NS2 territory.

I'd have bought that if I'd seen it!

One being used live!

Most 'analogue' bathroom scales are woefully inaccurate. TBH that and some sellers eagerness to make a sale can mean a 10lb bass becomes 8lb when folks use that method. My bathroom digital scales also vary by 2lb depending on wheher you stand balanced on heels or toes. Our kitchen measuring scales weigh up to 12lb (iirc); lie the bass nice and flat on the balance point near the neck and you get a good accurate reading.

Do the newer Musicman basses not have a BF nut? I also had a Washburn bass that had it but I just tuned it 'normally', never knew I should do otherwise. I do remember thinking it was b*ll*cks as it would be negated if the guitarist in the band didn't have the same.