Ou7shined Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 [quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1319710255' post='1417464'] Interesting read, and good to see "Il Capo" taking an interest. As much as Sterling's posts sometimes really make me roll my eyes (I confess to have visited the EBMM forum on occasion ) he seems to have clear ideas about what's right or wrong and he seems to do as he says. Nice to see a company proud of their products, and not just of their bank balance. [/quote] I have to agree with you there Jose. That thread isn't indicative of the forum I knew and came to.... er.. forget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 [quote name='chrismuzz' timestamp='1319710255' post='1417465'] So.. Should we get annoyed, or pity them? [/quote] It depends on which end of this thread you want to believe in most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I think the lesson is that if you are going to buy something which is essentially an off the peg bass, you'll save yourself loads of hassle by spending a bit of money on fuel and driving around all the stockists until you find the one that works for you. If you are going to get a custom bass built, go to a luthier with whom you can deal directly and has a doorstep that you can turn up on with relative ease... Anyway Gareth, now that BP is on board, I am sure your nightmare will stop and your basses will arive to your satisfaction having been inspecting by BP himself. You may as well ask him to sign it - some MM collector freak will dig that in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 BP "takes a real dick to get banned from a guitar forum" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1319733390' post='1417951'] BP takes a real dick to get banned from a guitar forum [/quote] Does he? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' timestamp='1319711061' post='1417483'] I have to agree with you there Jose. That thread isn't indicative of the forum I knew and came to.... er.. forget. [/quote] Yeah,I was positively surprised! My browser didn't display the usual warning upon entering the site [*] and it was all pretty reasonable. [*} "Warning: you are entering the Twilight Zone" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 I really have had enough. No idea what's going on but it's been three business days and still no money in my account. How long can debit card refunds take? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1320060406' post='1421630'] I really have had enough. No idea what's going on but it's been three business days and still no money in my account. How long can debit card refunds take? [/quote] It can be instantaneous if the person refunding the money actually gives a sh*t, debit cards are essentially current accounts, so a BACS transfer should be possible. In this day and age waiting more than 24 hours is too long for this kind of stuff. Get on the blower and demand your money back TODAY, if you don't get it back make sure they know you are more than happy to escalate the matter. Good luck mate! Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 (edited) Thats bad news Gareth. Im not sure how long it normally takes but i would give it another day or so. The last refund i got took about 4 working days. Edit to say i have also had them much quicker if its to a debit card, my comment about was for a credit card. Edited October 31, 2011 by dave_bass5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 It really depends on the when the organisation processes their refunds, and then how long both their bank and the receiving bank take to process the actual payment. I would give it a little while longer, at least four working days, before picking up the phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismuzz Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Should be 3-5 working days mate. Hope it's with you soon enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 The banks can take a while to sort out the transfer of the funds. However, if you still haven't received the money in your account tomorrow, I'd get on the phone to them and just check that they have actually done the transfer at their end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 Thanks all. Had such a stress on with this for nearly 4 weeks. I just want it to end, but have confirmed it was done, and should realistically be there latest tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merello Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Did you pay by credit card? The CC Company have massive clout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Just let me be sure about one thing. [i]Was it [/i]S&S who built the frankenball bass? and if so who at S&S okayed it and who built it? Its great that refunds are being made but surely somneone commited fraudulent practice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 Hi Daz. Unfortunately I have no idea where or when it occurred. EBMM are aware and are looking into it. Sterling Ball mentioned he was concerned about the dates and where it occurred. Very confusing situation. It has given me a huge headache Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 (edited) [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/159511-bass-merchant-closing-down-sale/]I hope you've got your money back[/url]. Edited November 4, 2011 by BigRedX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 4, 2011 Author Share Posted November 4, 2011 Thanks for the heads up...its sorted. Happy to put this all behind me now! FINALLY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Glad to hear it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 What's next then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 4, 2011 Author Share Posted November 4, 2011 Oh heck! Another HH Ray I think...although one thats been checked over 100%, and is in stock with S&T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 I'm loving the ceramic pickup right now! Just gigged the '07 Ray for the first time and my setup is impeccable if I do say so myself Fingers crossed you end up with a stonker, I did a gig last month and one of the other bands bass player had a blue pearl SR4 HH with maple neck, basically a four string version of mine, very nice it was Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 Yeah, the ceramic in my Sterling 5 is stunning. Very bitey and quick response. Almost like a cross between neo and alnico. As much as I am indeed wary to order again, as I have S&T checking things out, I think this time it will be fine. Im pretty certain as much as I wouldnt mind waiting for a crazy colour like tangerine pearl or sky blue, I have a HH tort guard here, and I know that an a White Ray is calling me! Non-matching headstock, because as much as they look great, im pretty happy with good ol' natural. The rest of the cash...well....Ill have to have a think what to do with that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1320500437' post='1427591'] As much as I am indeed wary to order again, as I have S&T checking things out, I think this time it will be fine. [/quote] As long as its not the same guy who checked your last bass before sending it out ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Wazoo Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Yo' Gareth... always bet on white and put the rest of your cash towards one of these babies [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/SJ5_White.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/SJ5_White.html[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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