bassmerchant Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Hi All It is with regret and a tinge of sadness that i am announcing the closure of the Bass Merchant in Colchester due to a combination of economic factors and a change in circumstances for both Chris and myself . I would like to thank all of you who have been customers over the last 5 years ,many of whom have become regular visitors and friends . We will be open until the 30th of November and will be selling off all our remaining stock so if you fancy a bargain please give us a call or pop by for a coffee. All the Best Darren The Bass Merchant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind pilot Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 thats real sad news, I have used you a few times, and always had nothing but great service. It was so nice to have a 'bass speciific' shop........... Sad times Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Sad news will any of these bargains be visible over the net? (It's a long trip to just come check) Best wishes for your future ventures! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardd Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 (edited) Good Luck in the future Darren,always a pleasure to see and deal with you both,Best Wishes Rich Durrance Edited November 4, 2011 by richardd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil.i.stein Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 this is sad news. many thanks for your great service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoombung Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 I liked that shop... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassace Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 i've never made the long journey but i know from the forum that bass merchant is held in high esteem. so sad, but all the best for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 [quote name='bassace' timestamp='1320408292' post='1426396'] i've never made the long journey but i know from the forum that bass merchant is held in high esteem. so sad, but all the best for the future. [/quote] +1 on all counts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Darren, honestly saddened to read this news. Bass Merchant has been heralded by the UK Bass playing community as one of the best, indeed elite of shops for basses, gear and excellent customer service. I'd like to wish you and Chris all the best for the future and hope that we stay in touch. Thank you for your support and giving the Bass community what it really needed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oopsdabassist Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Aww maan, meant to travel down a coupla times recently, never had enough time, Sad to hear you guys are calling it a day.Good luck for the future! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Sad news. All the best in new venture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 I can only second all the comments above. Your reputation goes far around these parts. Bass Merchant will certainly be missed! Shep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichF Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 i used to live in Colchester so I had a soft spot for Bass Merchant. Sorry to hear about difficult times and best of luck in future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Darren, really sorry to read this. All the best for the future, for you and Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stingray5 Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 I can only echo the sentiments of others here. Sad news, indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 So sorry Darren. Given the level of customer service that I received in my dealings with you and Chris and I know other Bass Chatters also received, your business deserves to survive and prosper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 My little daughter loved your shop, she always walks in shouting "gars!" at the top of her voice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Really sorry to hear this Darren Might be worth having a stock list you could mail to people with prices as I think not all the stuff listed on your web site is currently in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 [size=4]This is sad news. A great loss to the UK bass community.[/size] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Bl00dy shame, sorry to see you go, best wishes for the future Darren & Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pietruszka Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Such a shame, I never used your shop. There seems to be a decrease in the number of bass only shops which is such sad thing to see. Good bass players are always in demand, shame this demand can't keep the bass only shops in play. All the best for your new ventures. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 My favourite shop by a country mile!!! I have bought quite a bit of stuff from you (Genz Benz rig, G30 wireless etc.), and always enjoyed being in your store, drooling over the many wonderful basses you had there. It just seems such a shame that two fella's like yourselves, who know how to treat customers properly, are packing it in, when certain shops in a well-known street in London, are still going strong, despite the fact that the people who work in them, have absolutely no customer skills whatsoever. Anyway, best of luck to both of you in the future. Regards Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 I've never been to your shop, but I did buy my MB combo from you when I first joined BC. Thanks for an excellent service when buying it & for a superb combo & all the best for what the future holds for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Absolutey gutted to hear that Darren and Chris - as you know I have spent thousands of my hardearned pounds with you, in the knowledge that you always offer the best deal and a hassle free experience. Sorry to hear this - a real loss to Bass players in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 (edited) That's real shame. Bought my little 'Rumble' practice amp from you when I re-started playing in August. The last one you had in store...it was put aside for me without mention of a deposit too. Had it not been for your web site I may not have got the itch again either! I wish you both the best for the future. Edited November 4, 2011 by Yoda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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