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[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1406142439' post='2508764'] I sold it because I'm a prat. I'd stopped gigging because it had become such a soul destroying experience for me, I was starting to play more guitar & keyboards & I sold some bass gear to buy other stuff - the Odyssey was one of the things that went as I thought that was it for me & bass playing. Wish I had a pound for every time I've thought that....t I've owned lots of supposedly 'great' basses - none of them were any better than the Odyssey & some were nowhere near as good despite their high price tag. [/quote] Mate, I fully get what you are saying and in some strange way, I feel for you. It is a real joy to play - so much power, tone, presence, feeling - I could go on. Pete had some work done on it, when it was around 35 years old, just to keep it the way it should be - I am very proud to be the current custodian.

[quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1406033024' post='2507661'] Some fine basses there Eric, good article too. [/quote] Thanks - I like 'em [quote name='Norm' timestamp='1406041867' post='2507781'] Wow, what an amazing collection, or should say part of a collection. How many more are there? I'd be happy to play any of those beauties! Excellent article & a great blog too! [/quote] Well, if you've read the blog you'll see a few missing from the article. . . . . . plus there are a few more. Been a bit slack, on the blog, lately but hope to get back onto it soon. Keep reading. [quote name='skankdelvar' timestamp='1406053845' post='2507907'] Finally found a copy of the mag. A jolly good article and an intriguing collection. You are to be congratulated, Sir [/quote] Congratulations accepted. Thanks. [quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1406054996' post='2507915'] There's a picture of my baby! Got all sentimental for a minute there. [/quote] Now then. . . . . . as you know I bought that from Pete. That is THE MOST GIGGED bass, I have. Curious to know why you sold it? Stunning bass! Cheers.

Now on line! Looks really good on the screen. [url="http://www.guitar-bass.net/features/bass-odyssey/"]http://www.guitar-bass.net/features/bass-odyssey/[/url] As I said at the start of the thread - not entirely all my own words but not far off. Cheers.

Mmm, Never seen that one before! Interesting.

Hi. I have a Gordy Headless. Any pics of yours?

Very, Very, Very . . . . . Nice! If these are your first attempts. . . . . . I shall be visiting your blog again. Cheers.

[quote name='DarkHeart' timestamp='1402780154' post='2476801'] Just read it this morning, some cracking gear and a good read. [/quote] Thank you. I've had some really nice comments, from many quarters. The more, the merrier. Cheers.

[quote name='Bassassin' timestamp='1402768872' post='2476691'] If that was near me, I'd probably be 'round the back of the booze shop in a flash, regardless of the ongoing downsizing. Really silly bargain, someone get it bought, even if you just want to flip it for a few bob. The C prefix on the SN indicates Cort, so it'll likely be very good, if my Cort-built Ibby EDA900 is anything to go on. Jon. [/quote] Jon, Hi. My SR900, looks nothing like that. [i]Is [/i]that an SR900? Am I losing touch with SR Models?

When I stasrted reading this thread, I thought I would add my tuppence worth! It seems, however that you have pretty much said what I was going to. Top player.

[quote name='Annoying Twit' timestamp='1402441840' post='2473655'] We discussed Lincoln basses on here some years ago. Looks nice, but not worth £500 I think. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Rare-Bass-Guitar-/301211595720?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item46219c33c8"]http://www.ebay.co.u...=item46219c33c8[/url] [/quote] Blimey! Don't see many of them! I have one and it has a surprisingly deep, full tone. Nice to play - as with most of these shapes, a bit of a diver but nothing too extreme. Don't think I would have paid 500 sheets for it!! Ouch! Cheers.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1402424717' post='2473420'] And now I've had a chance to read the article, that was most entertaining. Good to see a collection of mostly basses and more so that they weren't all big US makes.[i] More like this please G&B if you are reading.[/i] [/quote] Thanks. It was discussed that if the article got a good response, I could do Part Deux! There are some [i]really interesting[/i] other guitars and basses, that missed out on this one. So, you never know - if enough people like you, make it known that they enjoyed it. . . . . . maybe do another one, next year. Cheers.

Nope. . . . . . Still not got over it! Congratulations, you have bowled me over! I do recall the start of this build but then for some reason the updates passed me by. I do not and never have had, a guitar screen saver but I will do now! Really looking forward to seeing your comments on it, when you have had it for a few weeks. Cheers.

[quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1402352541' post='2472649'] Well done. Can't help but think of what the "25 ways to upgrade your strat" are? For most strat players I know, removing the strings would be 1st priority. [/quote] Thank you. Regarding your Stat comment, it actually made me laugh out loud. I [i]think [/i]it's OK for me to do that, as I also play guitar. I'm still chuckling as I type this - the memories of 40 odd years, have just flashed by me and quite a few came to mind! Chuckle!

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[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1402294046' post='2471679'] This, well done Mr Eric! [/quote] Thanks. I'm pleased with it. As with anything in print, it isn't [i]exactly [/i]what I said but very close. Had some nice messages and positive comments - it is my individual taste and as Lars said "there's a lot of brown!" I had never really thought of it until you look at the group shot but he's right! Maybe I'll get to do Part II, another time - it was a lot of fun to do and there are many that have not even been seen on the blog, yet. . . . . Next year? Cheers.

Ohhhhh Nohhhhhhh. Can't make that one, either. Where else are you?

Ibby Explorer - a rare thing, indeed - you must have had the other one, in the UK. LOL! Nope, Lars is Lars is Lars! A real larger than life character - great bloke, with so much enthusiasm.

[quote name='Clarky' timestamp='1402137303' post='2470316'] Looks like my old white 70ri CIJ Precision 'Sid' on the back right of the cover photo [/quote] Clarky - Hi. I still have "Sid" but that's not him - That is a Parkinson Precision. I'll do Sid next time, if given the chance to do this sort of thing again. Cheers.

Mornin' Latest blog post - the storybehind the article. [url="http://flatericbassandguitar.blogspot.co.uk/"]http://flatericbassandguitar.blogspot.co.uk/[/url]

[quote name='Geddys nose' timestamp='1402083670' post='2469979'] Wow nice collection, Well worth buying the mag for the article. Well done on a great collection. [/quote] Thank you for your very positive comment. All the best. Cheers.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1402083560' post='2469978'] Congratulations! Probably my favourite part of the magazine each month. [/quote] Thanks - Hope you enjoy it - let me know. Cheers.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1402082787' post='2469963'] Is the Odyssey in there too? [/quote] You bet your sweet . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hi to all in Basschat world. If anyone is interested. A couple of months back, I was very fortunate to meet up and work with Lars Mullen. He does a monthly feature on guitar collections, as well as a host of other things - the guy never seems to stop!!!!! So, today is the day - Guitar and Bass magazine, featuring some of my collection, is on sale, as they say "in most good quality newsagents. A really great person to work with, who is very passionate about his work. Top bloke! For fans of the unusual, it may be worth a read. Jon - plenty of Far East content, for you. Hope you enjoy. Cheers. Latest Blog post - Story behind the feature: [url="http://flatericbassandguitar.blogspot.co.uk/"]http://flatericbassandguitar.blogspot.co.uk/[/url]

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1401705830' post='2465945'] [url="http://store.ishibashi.co.jp/ec/pro/disp/1/20-326758102"]Greco GOB2 750 on Ishibashi[/url] [/quote] Hiya. A man of great taste - one of my all time greats. Anyone who has a leaning towards this - get it - you will not be disappointed with it. A great bass!! Cheers.