wateroftyne Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1476260364' post='3152697'] OK then, who would be up for a UK M-Club factory visit in Spring '17? Perhaps based on cheap flights to a nearby airport (assuming there is one) and local B&B-type accommodation with at least a full day available in the factory. If there's a demand for a group of, say, 6-8 of us, I'll run this by Adrian, get some prices, and do the organising. Do you think Adrian would be OK with this pierreganseman? [/quote] Aye.. tempting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1476260364' post='3152697'] OK then, who would be up for a UK M-Club factory visit in Spring '17? Perhaps based on cheap flights to a nearby airport (assuming there is one) and local B&B-type accommodation with at least a full day available in the factory. If there's a demand for a group of, say, 6-8 of us, I'll run this by Adrian, get some prices, and do the organising. Do you think Adrian would be OK with this pierreganseman? [/quote] Hi , I must say that as far as I heard its not possible. I heard from another Retailer who was eventually gonna have his brand that it was flat out refused when he asked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='pierreganseman' timestamp='1476279578' post='3152971'] Hi , I must say that as far as I heard its not possible. I heard from another Retailer who was eventually gonna have his brand that it was flat out refused when he asked. [/quote] In my mind I was thinking of the shop, rather than the Factory. That would be a nice enough visit.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1476280024' post='3152978'] In my mind I was thinking of the shop, rather than the Factory. That would be a nice enough visit.. [/quote] aah yes. Well for sure. Every body is welcome there for sure :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstuk Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='pierreganseman' timestamp='1476279578' post='3152971'] Hi , I must say that as far as I heard its not possible. I heard from another Retailer who was eventually gonna have his brand that it was flat out refused when he asked. [/quote] He wants to keep the fact he uses Kobolds and Gnomes a secret ? :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1476280024' post='3152978'] In my mind I was thinking of the shop, rather than the Factory. That would be a nice enough visit.. [/quote] actually that's what I thought too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I thought the shop was at the factory. Anyway, while a factory tour would be nice, I wouldn't wish to disturb the Kobolds and Gnomes. All I really had in mind was a meeting with Adrian in the company of lots of finished basses, some of which I would hopefully be able to try out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1476288215' post='3153076'] I thought the shop was at the factory. Anyway, while a factory tour would be nice, I wouldn't wish to disturb the Kobolds and Gnomes. All I really had in mind was a meeting with Adrian in the company of lots of finished basses, some of which I would hopefully be able to try out. [/quote] the shop is at adrian's house in Germany, around one hour from me. The Factory is in Poland.... somewhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='pierreganseman' timestamp='1476292815' post='3153139'] the shop is at adrian's house in Germany, around one hour from me. The Factory is in Poland.... somewhere [/quote] Ah, my mistake - Germany will probably be easier/cheaper. Where's the nearest airport for cheap flights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisheth Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 I'm interested in this en-devour. If I can afford it that is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstuk Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1476293133' post='3153144'] Ah, my mistake - Germany will probably be easier/cheaper. Where's the nearest airport for cheap flights? [/quote] If it's only a hour from Pierre in Brussels it must be just over the border from Belgium. A road trip probably makes more sense.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='markstuk' timestamp='1476294504' post='3153154'] If it's only a hour from Pierre in Brussels it must be just over the border from Belgium. A road trip probably makes more sense.. [/quote] right! who drives the van??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 Had a quick look at the map and Aldenhoven is close to Germany's borders with the Netherlands and Belgium. Nearest cities with airports are Maastricht (36mls away), Dusseldorf (48mls) and Cologne-Bonn (also 48mls). I know I can fly from Bristol to Dusseldorf on BMi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted October 12, 2016 Share Posted October 12, 2016 [quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1476294712' post='3153157'] right! who drives the van??? [/quote] The van would certainly be handy for bringing a few basses back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='markstuk' timestamp='1476294504' post='3153154'] If it's only a hour from Pierre in Brussels it must be just over the border from Belgium. A road trip probably makes more sense.. [/quote] indeed sir, just after the border from Liège in Belgium.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisheth Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 (edited) [quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1476309345' post='3153311'] The van would certainly be handy for bringing a few basses back [/quote] Indeed. Just seen Pierre's sparkly gold bass on the Facebook page. Looks gorgeous. Edited October 13, 2016 by Fisheth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='pierreganseman' timestamp='1476279578' post='3152971'] Hi , I must say that as far as I heard its not possible. I heard from another Retailer who was eventually gonna have his brand that it was flat out refused when he asked. [/quote] That's odd, why not? Or does the factory in Poland build for several brands, a bit like a European Cort factory or something? I would understand that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='Kev' timestamp='1476342246' post='3153401'] That's odd, why not? Or does the factory in Poland build for several brands, a bit like a European Cort factory or something? I would understand that. [/quote] If I run a factory I wouldn't want people traipsing round it, it would kind of interfere with the process of building things, require someone to organise and provide a tour etc, and I am sure have an impact on your insurance price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 (edited) [quote name='Kev' timestamp='1476342246' post='3153401'] That's odd, why not? Or does the factory in Poland build for several brands, a bit like a European Cort factory or something? I would understand that. [/quote] i don't know anything about that, i personally never asked so i wouldn't know Edited October 13, 2016 by pierreganseman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1476342773' post='3153405'] If I run a factory I wouldn't want people traipsing round it, it would kind of interfere with the process of building things, require someone to organise and provide a tour etc, and I am sure have an impact on your insurance price. [/quote] I do know the company is already a very very full capacity. So i can personally completely understand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1476342773' post='3153405'] If I run a factory I wouldn't want people traipsing round it, it would kind of interfere with the process of building things, require someone to organise and provide a tour etc, and I am sure have an impact on your insurance price. [/quote] Could also be something to do with security/intellectual property - maybe they've developed some smart methods or equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Hi guys, please accept all my apologies. I just asked Adrian out of curiosity ... and it turns out you CAN visit the factory in Poland ! they are building next year a new showroom / hall there and new videos will happen from then (of the place) I guess policy has changed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='pierreganseman' timestamp='1476349330' post='3153458'] Hi guys, please accept all my apologies. I just asked Adrian out of curiosity ... and it turns out you CAN visit the factory in Poland ! they are building next year a new showroom / hall there and new videos will happen from then (of the place) I guess policy has changed... [/quote] AND flights to Poland are soooo cheap, and the beer soooo good... hmmmm. I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 [quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1476360787' post='3153619'] AND flights to Poland are soooo cheap, and the beer soooo good... hmmmm. I [/quote] Too right! My feeling would be to wait until they're 'open to the public' in Poland. As it happens, it was the Polish connection that sparked the visit idea in the first place (my wife's suggestion would you believe!!). My dad came over from Poland in WW2 and she thought it would be great to kill 2 birds with one stone: factory visit and holiday in 'the land of my fathers'. She doesn't know much about basses but she's fallen in love with my new 'Cazzie' - yep, she's even given her a name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Not seeing many Maruszczyk Jazz basses on this thread. ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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