steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [url="http://www.status-graphite.com/status/pricelist/Status_Bass_09_INC-VAT.pdf"]http://www.status-graphite.com/status/pric..._09_INC-VAT.pdf[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlueFalcon Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Maybe some day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 (edited) Yes, there have been a few price rises recently, but Rob did keep his prices practically the same for about ten years. Unfortunately, they had to raise the bar a bit in the last few months, due to increased costs from their suppliers. The lower end of the range is still fairly accessible, but when you start to look at the KingBass Mk-II, it starts to get a bit scary! But the bottom line is that their prices are still ultra-competitive when compared to the other boutique/custom competition. I'd still like a Mk-II, though. Maybe I'll have to sell some stuff to get there... Edited October 12, 2009 by OutToPlayJazz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tischbein Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I´d love a T-Rex, but the neck pu is too damn close for decent slapping and Rob won´t change it... pity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='tischbein' post='624365' date='Oct 12 2009, 08:23 PM']I´d love a T-Rex, but the neck pu is too damn close for decent slapping and Rob won´t change it... pity.[/quote] By "T-Rex", do you mean "T-Bass"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tischbein Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Yeees... T-Bass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlueFalcon Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='624364' date='Oct 12 2009, 08:22 PM']I'd still like a Mk-II, though. Maybe I'll have to sell some stuff to get there...[/quote] I'd be more than happy with a Standard or an Artist, but for now I'll give you £500 for your Walnut S2 and then you'll be on the way to your MkII!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='TheBlueFalcon' post='624388' date='Oct 12 2009, 08:43 PM']I'd be more than happy with a Standard or an Artist, but for now I'll give you £500 for your Walnut S2 and then you'll be on the way to your MkII!! [/quote] Hmmm... Triple it and we may be able to start discussions, LOL! - The 4-string walnut one is the best S2 of any generation I've ever played/heard. The sound/playability of that one even blows the two KingBasses I had out of the water! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlueFalcon Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='624414' date='Oct 12 2009, 09:01 PM']Hmmm... Triple it and we may be able to start discussions, LOL! - The 4-string walnut one is the best S2 of any generation I've ever played/heard. The sound/playability of that one even blows the two KingBasses I had out of the water![/quote] Can't blame me for trying though, right? May I ask when you purchased yours? Is it still the same as the one they produce now? Did you go with a Through-Neck and Headless? Is Walnut a "standard" option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 (edited) [quote]Can't blame me for trying though, right? May I ask when you purchased yours? Is it still the same as the one they produce now? Did you go with a Through-Neck and Headless? Is Walnut a "standard" option?[/quote] No, they won't charge you any more for a nice piece of walnut. Mine was made in 2007 - I bought it late 2007 as it was completed as a stock bass. It's a through neck completely standard S2-Classic and as I said, it's the most amazing sounding Status I've played & as you can imagine, I've played (and owned) one or two! And yes, it's the same as one you'll get from Status now. The design hasn't changed on these in a while. Here you go... Latest pics of it... This is the one that makes Rob Green go "Wow!" when he plugs it in and plays the open strings at the factory to check the setup Edited October 12, 2009 by OutToPlayJazz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlueFalcon Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='624436' date='Oct 12 2009, 09:27 PM']No, they won't charge you any more for a nice piece of walnut. Mine was made in 2007 - I bought it late 2007 as it was completed as a stock bass. It's a through neck completely standard S2-Classic and as I said, it's the most amazing sounding Status I've played & as you can imagine, I've played (and owned) one or two! And yes, it's the same as one you'll get from Status now. The design hasn't changed on these in a while.[/quote] Excellent, thanks for the information. I could have done without the pics though, you tease!! Maybe in a few years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 (edited) I was very fortunate to get this for an amazing price, including a full Status flightcase off ebay, so there are bargains to be found, not many though. This would cost £2300 with the case to replace. Edited October 12, 2009 by steve-soar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Steve, are you sure that wasn't a second or something? They made it back to front! Seriously though, that's a lovely looking bass. I remember you getting it & I'm glad you're still liking it a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctor_of_the_bass Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='624436' date='Oct 12 2009, 09:27 PM']Here you go... Latest pics of it... This is the one that makes Rob Green go "Wow!" when he plugs it in and plays the open strings at the factory to check the setup [/quote] That is to me, the definitive 21st Century Status SII bass guitar! No more to say! Bro Nicholas John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 (edited) Rob had one too many carrot juices the day he let this out the factory, he hasn't changed sine I first saw his photo in Music UK in 1985. I love this bass, I've wanted a Status since hearing True Believers off the True Colours album and seeing Killing Joke use them. I fell in love with the shape and the whole idea of a state of the art English bass, that could be used through every genre of music. Pick it up and play, never complains and sounds wicked, don't know how people can say they sound sterile. Edited October 12, 2009 by steve-soar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctor_of_the_bass Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 ..oh and Steve's lefty is tasty too, in a more `Vader' style! N Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='doctor_of_the_bass' post='624488' date='Oct 12 2009, 10:20 PM']..oh and Steve's lefty is tasty too, in a more `Vader' style! N[/quote]Nick, I like your thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Heh! Yes, I know what you mean, Steve. There's just that extra dimension to the sound that'll cut through any mix like a freshly sharpened scythe & the growl is unmistakable for anything else. I also love the reliability of them & the sheer strength of them as well. You can hammer these to death on a daily basis for twenty years and they still stay in tune every day! Both the gloss and satin finishes are very hard wearing, too. You're right about the "any genre" thing as well. I've used SII/S2's since 1990 & have played rock, pop, funk, reggae, country, jazz, musical theatre, pantomimes, etc on them. It really is the ultimate all-rounder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 Beautifully put. The bass I have has travelled the world with Dr Das since 2003, playing in Asian Dub Foundation, I think it will always have a fondness for lighting a nice cone and listening to Lee Scratch Perry, when I'm not mauling it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctor_of_the_bass Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='624497' date='Oct 12 2009, 10:27 PM']Heh! Yes, I know what you mean, Steve. There's just that extra dimension to the sound that'll cut through any mix like a freshly sharpened scythe & the growl is unmistakable for anything else. I also love the reliability of them & the sheer strength of them as well. You can hammer these to death on a daily basis for twenty years and they still stay in tune every day! Both the gloss and satin finishes are very hard wearing, too. You're right about the "any genre" thing as well. I've used SII/S2's since 1990 & have played rock, pop, funk, reggae, country, jazz, musical theatre, pantomimes, etc on them. It really is the ultimate all-rounder.[/quote] +1000! I think that you'd be very hard pressed to find another bass that can do just whats needed on a fully consistent basis, gig after gig etc without any problems etc. I love my Vigier to bits (mainly for the neck and preamp) but the Series 2000 I've got is bulletproof and is very much a sonic scythe (as my brother noted!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Here's an example or two of the longevity of these things... My original SII (1987) is now owned by a guy in the USA. I gigged this almost exclusively for 16 years... I'm still trying to get this one back for a refinish at the factory, as it's an amazing instrument. Here's one I had more recently... This is a 1990 model which was gigged literally every weekend for 18 years before I had it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 No upcharge for lefty, thats what we like to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 [quote name='metaltime' post='624540' date='Oct 12 2009, 10:57 PM']No upcharge for lefty, thats what we like to see.[/quote] Are you still loving the ACG? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I'm certainly loving my ACG - The tone production and quality of construction is not unlike a Status. To say Alan's only been building for a couple of years, the perfectionism in his work is astounding. There's also something Status-like about the piano-like tone of the ACG as well. Huge and clear sound with so many tones to choose from through the filter preamp. Perhaps we need a group ACG porn thread? It's about time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 I started an ACG club then I swapped my 6 string for a 1980 Stingray. I will have a 4 string Recurve soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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