mattbass6

Really, really sad news. A great bass player, singer, and musician. Budgie were brilliant and I wish I could have seen them live. The Welsh Rush in my opinion. They should have been much bigger than they were. RIP Burke. Thank you for the music 🌟

I’m really surprised the paint shop would be closing. A real shame. I kind of get why production may halt, especially under the current world circumstances, but it is pity to hear that a British manufacturer is stopping production. Good luck to him, always. A top company ☺️

Such an amazing look for a P bass. GLWTS ☺️

I had one of these. A truly wonderful bass. That looks amazing. GLWTS ☺️

Fantastic basses, and that colour is stunning. Someone is going to be very happy. GLWTS ☺️

A beautiful bass, and a keeper for sure. Enjoy, and congrats ☺️

Stunning bass, and even better with the chrome hardware. GLWTS ☺️

That’s a real beauty, mate. Wow! Love it! The perfect colour too 😉 Can’t wait to hear it live one day. Enjoy, and congrats ☺️

On 21/11/2021 at 12:58, rhysyjob said:

Hi Matt

 

Nice Spector fella, that looks and I suspect sounds splendid. You can’t fault these basses. 

 

I still love my Euro 40th - it does rock like no other.

 

ps thanks for getting me into Vigier…… it’s become a bit of a Passion? 🤣

 

Rhys 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Hi buddy, you are welcome, I think 😂 

I’ve sent you a PM, by the way. Right, now back to Spector. I’ve yet still to see this Euro of yours, so pictures please. Also, yes, my sounds unbelievably good. I now have a real passion for Spector, and though not a collector, I do intend to try and get one model from each range. I have the Forte, and a Euro Bolt, so my next one will be one of the Korean models, then a (I think they are) Chinese models. That’ll be one from each range. Sad I know, but I am hooked ☺️

1 hour ago, CookPassBabtridge said:

I would certainly agree with that, there is a really cool factory tour video here that definitely shows the hand built, workshop vibe is still there (you might even see the bench where your Forte was made 😬).

 

If I had one minor gripe it would be that they have released three new models in the last year or so (Dimension/Ethos/RST) which may risk a slight dilution of the brand, but having said that they do look pretty nice (especially the RST). 

I watched the new factory tour. Very fascinating, and always cool fit a geek like myself. 
 

As for your last comment about “risk of a slight dilution”, I’m not sure. I think they needed to enter the multi scale race, as well as offering something different to the non Euro range of basses (Ethos etc), plus  introducing an alternative to the LX/LT in the Euro range with the RST.

They are definitely looking to attract a wider audience, which can only be a good thing. I don’t think it will dilute the US reputation at all. Saying that, I do hope they don’t go mad with loads of variations on a theme that Fender seem to do.

19 minutes ago, three said:

Beautiful bass and images! Love the colour on this: UV and UA have always been my favourite Spector finishes and Nightshade appears to be a gorgeous variation of the former. I’m really impressed with some of the new directions in which Korg is taking the brand (innovation without corrupting essence and values)

I agree. I really think Korg have a handle on where to take the brand. Takeovers normally worry me, and did initially when Korg bought Spector, but they real do believe in the product and it shows with the beautiful instruments being produced. The essence and values are indeed, intact ☺️

1 hour ago, 2elliot said:

That's a lovely looking bass!

 

Did you match the house to the bass or the other way around? 😉

I did the walls before the bass 😂

26 minutes ago, CookPassBabtridge said:

Good to hear, the new RST line uses Empresswood too I think and they look killer. If I were to get a Spector one day I think I’d go for a 4-string Forte in either Nightshade (like you’ve got there) or Ultraviolet. Yum. 

The new RST line look and feel amazing, plus I couldn’t believe how light there are. Actually, my Forte is really light too. Let us know if you ever get a Spector. You will love them, I promise ☺️

5 minutes ago, CookPassBabtridge said:

Ahh, so you are the lucky owner! I saw that one arrive (and then go 😂) from the website pretty quickly. As others have said your pics are better than the  Bass Direct ones.

 

Empresswood, right? How does it sound?

Glad you like the pics, and yes, it is Empress Wood. Acoustically, it sings, really sings. So alive. Plugged in, it sounds huge. Such a great range of tones, and a very direct, and even response. Combined with some distortion, it has that classic Spector growl that has helped define this bass. I absolutely love it, but I think you may have gathered that already 😂

45 minutes ago, cetera said:

Absolutely stunning mate!

 

I too had been eyeing that bass on the BD website, but my finances don't line up at this time....

 

Enjoy! It's an addiction...... believe me.... lol!

I knew people would be eyeing this up, and if it went, I knew I would always regret not pulling the trigger. I think if I had pondered for another 24 hours, it would have definitely gone. It was a no brainer, and I’m just so flipping happy I did it. I genuinely love it. It plays, feels and looks like nothing I’ve ever owned ☺️

This happened yesterday ☺️ It was a very lovely drive up to Bass Direct in Leamington Spa to drop off a bass for a commission sale, and to also pick up this masterpiece. I am in awe of this bass. I fell in love with Spector earlier this year, and that admiration for the brand convinced me to go for this beautiful USA, handmade Forte 4 in Nightshade, and now named “Stormbringer”.

The quality and attention to detail, is second to none. The sound, the feel, the resonance, the playability and the comfort is something I have ever experienced, and I’ve owned a lot of basses in my time. I’ve never had a bass with EMG’s before, and there a real revelation. Also, simple things like having a master volume and pickup pan instead of 2 volumes, just makes me happy. I also love that is has no fretboard inlays. A real classy, clean look.

It’s like going from a BMW to a Bentley. Thanks to Ash, and Mark, for all their help as usual. So good to see them both, at last. Cheers all ☺️

Good to hear. Glad you are keeping this beaut of a bass ☺️✌🏼

15 minutes ago, Dad3353 said:

 

Would something like this do the job..? ... 

 

 

I printed this, and the p/up surrounds, on my 3D printer for @PaulThePlug (his photo...); he attached them with double-sided tape. I can print any (reasonable...) length or size; any use to you..?

That may well work. The one you gave demonstrated would be too big, but if I got the right dimensions for you, maybe we could chat? Thanks so much ☺️🙏🏻

Sorry mods, I meant to post this in the bass section. Can it be moved there please? I’m not sure this thread is the correct one. Cheers ☺️

Evening all. Advice appreciated please. I have 2 very lovely Spector basses (an LX4 and Euro Bolt 4) both with reverse P and J pups. I play very close to the bridge naturally, but sometimes, especially when playing the open E, move between the pups so would like somewhere to rest the old thumb. Does anyone know of custom made thumb rests to purchase? I don’t necessarily want the typical ramp, but if that is the only option, who are the best people to approach? Thanks in advance. Cheers ☺️🌟

So much better. Thank you, and great job. I much prefer dark themes. Cheers ☺️🌟

This was mine originally, and I miss it loads. I did the bridge upgrade, and it made all the difference. @Yan_Hureiis a wonderful guy to deal with, so deal with confidence. If I could get this back in the stable, I really would. It was the bass I recorded my latest album with, and sounds epic. GLWTS ☺️

I have an ‘86 MIJ Precision with a maple board, and the neck does not move. I once didn’t play it for 8 years, and when I did start using it again last year, the strings were still in tune and the neck relief hadn’t shifted. Amazing bass. 

9 hours ago, bagsieblue said:

I have the chrome hardwear.  I was considering maybe swapping that onto a different bass but not 100 per cent decided on that.

If you decide to sell, will you keep

me in mind, please?

8 hours ago, Eldon Tyrell said:

weekend bump for this cool Spector beauty 😍

Did you sell the chrome hardware, or is it still available? ✌🏼