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Haha, spied this bleating in his latest reply on Ric resource: [Quote]Second is, to me, validation of the axiom "Two great peoples separated by a common language". I write or respond to emails with Americans and member of many other cultures and rarely have any negative response, in in fact in many cases, I get thanks. But very often dealing with folks from the U.K. I get back angry, rude and antagonistic replies. I reread what was sent and simply don't see what could possibly be the problem with what I said. I have some theories about this and many of my close English friends have concurred- but for our purposes here, let's just say that there are still vast cultural differences at play for better or worse.[/quote] I suspect the only cultural difference is that John Hall believe being right is his exclusive province. The example in the OP might beg to differ! Back to the basses: Simon has a stunning 4003, one of the best I've seen, and a beauty to play - and they can seem hit and miss. I loved that one; but I've met four in the flesh, and all seemed different. I'd need to bend the ear of an expert to know why that was. I know they vary by model and year, but are there variations between these? I've heard people comment that they really have to be tried to get a sense of what you're getting. Sadly, now that I can readily afford a Ric, I'm the furthest I've ever been from owning one - and I'm not English

[quote name='clauster' timestamp='1370774691' post='2105284'] If you really want to buy a bass as an investment, look for basses that are under-valued at the moment. [/quote] Would be inclined to this advice, if thinking short- to medium-term. In buying a vintage Fender now you are buying high in the hope of selling even higher; you could probably better that return by finding something currently undervalued and which might increase in value - at least in percentage terms. In the long-term you're banking on all kinds of trends, and perhaps a vintage Fender would work - if the cachet remains, amidst a whole host of provisos; and possibly carry more certainly than some of the more obscure, or lesser, brands over that time frame.7 No guarantees, of course, as with all investments. Just because Fender's have increased in value doesn't mean they always will, or at such a rate, etc. The world could go to sh*t and it could just be worth firewood

A very nice look acquisition, Prime

[quote name='thisnameistaken' timestamp='1370645288' post='2104046'] They're nice people who run MOR but they never have any nice basses in. They get the odd part-exer in or something they're selling on commission but it's rare. [/quote] Aye, this has been my experience. Smashing people though

In a bid to make a long story short I got lost at the car? I'm assuming that's just how you know the guy with the Wal. I think he'd have to make a case against the individual or individuals who damaged it. I imagine the venue will have a disclaimer saying the band assumes responsibility, or he would simply not be able to get anything against them - I mean, in all honesty, they didn't damage it, did they?

Welcome in

Shout if you want a pint

No buddy. If it's anything I can help with, or should be aware of, please drop me a PM.

[quote name='Ou7shined' timestamp='1370551957' post='2102723'] Will take a couple of snaps for you tomorrow. I honestly hated the feel of Rics until this baby came along and BOOM! [/quote] So I assume you'll be putting an MM humbucker in it, then?

[quote name='gsgbass' timestamp='1370477018' post='2101729'] The dude should have taken the two screws he needed, and went on his way. The screws he mentioned, just don't fall out either. [/quote] Quite likely, gsgbass. But Hall's taking to the Internet to call the customer a liar... Well, it's not exactly best practice. I find it somewhat unbelievable that Hall would be sat listening to that call, with it on speaker phone and available to all on the second floor. Nothing wrong with managers checking in on customer interactions, but the scenario is bizarre. Could happen - just fortuitous... And I shouldn't be such a grump What is this new toy, Rich?

June 10th. Bass sounds great. Geezer and his Lakland were the loudest thing at Download last year.

BigRedX is a master of all basses obscure and Japanese. Might be worth dropping him a PM.

They do a BB-IV currently, which threw me: www.espguitars.co.jp/original/bb-iv/index_end.html I have seen a BB-IV, just not quite like that - that's quite a refinish! Sorry I couldn't be of more help.

Lot of time for Jethro Tull - prog rock was a real cornerstone of growing up and some of my first musical experiences. Saw them in York a few years back. Stunning, just stunning. Full of humour, self-deprecation and impeccable musicianship. Safe to say I enjoyed it

Very nice

I still want an all black 4001. I'll just buy second-hand.

I... well.

[quote name='xilddx' timestamp='1370345355' post='2099333'] I find it unbelievable how tolerant some of these people have been! TEN F*CKING YEARS! How can this Darrin prick live with himself?! [/quote] By retreating into a bubble, it would seem. Classic depressive, perhaps? I think a few of us would recognise some of the symptoms - I know I did. Just not quite to such a self-deceiving extent! Catch 22 sounds awful - sue me and I'll go bust, and then nothing will be finished. Shameful.

Plenty of discussion on that thread about what they did or didn't do - unsurprisingly, whilst they were still believing the chap's excuses, they didn't want to pressure him and scare him off. Still! I think a few of them have timed out their options to really go after him legally, also. Bizarre thread. I remember Dontcarebear complaining his Shuker was taking so long - and that's a comparative blink, compared to some of these waits!

The Classics have a flatter neck profile? Hmm... this is intriguing, in a "Now I know what to ask Santa for" fashion I didn't know that. Love the Rays, but sometimes the neck can be a bit much. Stunning bass, very envious