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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Tue Dec 27, 2011 5:39 pm
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Thanks.

I don't mind sharing the deal with you. I realize some make better deals and some make worst. I'm getting the bass I want for a price I can live with, so I'm happy.

I made the deal over the phone, not online. I could only get them to knock off 10%, but they are expediting the shipping so I will have it by Friday.

I didn't try any trading. I plan to sell my '92 Jazz 5 string myself to help offset the high price tag. The bass is in excellent condition and I don't think I'll have any problems selling it. A guy recently sold one exactly like it on a local Graig's list for $950. I shouldn't have a problem selling this one for at least that much.

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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Tue Dec 27, 2011 5:48 pm
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Thanks for the reply. I just bought a new 2011 Std. J-Bass and it's the same color scheme as yours. Really sweet.

Please let us know how yours works out - Thanks.


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Tue Dec 27, 2011 6:01 pm
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Hey, no problem.

How does the Violin Burst look in person? I've only seen the online pictures which look really nice to me. Does it look better?.... not quite as nice?.... or about the same?

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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Tue Dec 27, 2011 9:15 pm
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stroker vance, oxfan, brotherdave......

.......you should hear what the voices are telling me now! :shock:

:D :D :D

Thanks for keeping it light hearted. It really helped me feel good about my decision, kind of helped to keep things in perspective. 8)

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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Wed Dec 28, 2011 3:47 am
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grho50 wrote:
Hey, no problem.

How does the Violin Burst look in person? I've only seen the online pictures which look really nice to me. Does it look better?.... not quite as nice?.... or about the same?


Depending on how overhead stage lighting hits the bass body, it really has a nice effect in the audience. The finish is quite glossy and you can see the maple neck reflections bouncing around the room. You will be happy with it, I'm sure.


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Wed Dec 28, 2011 6:32 am
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WOW! That is a beauty. I just dealt with Sweetwater, it was a great experience. Congrats.


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Wed Dec 28, 2011 8:52 am
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Thanks oxfan. Obviously I think the bass looks pretty nice myself.

I've bought a few small items from Sweetwater and everything always went well. My first order was a $20 item and I got a phone call that afternoon thanking me for my order. I received an email the next day thanking me again and contact info if I had any problems. I like good customer care and I thought that was exceptional, especially for a $20 item.

For the last month I've been playing the new bass in the cavernous concert hall in my mind. It plays and sounds fantastic. I received a standing rotation from all the voices! :D

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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Wed Dec 28, 2011 12:30 pm
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The ultimate "You Tube" video. I have no doubt you'll be satisfied. Looking forward to your pics.


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 7:51 am
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I'm glad I was instrumental, HA! (get it? instrumental? :lol: ) in helping you make your decision. I'm looking forward to seeing the pictures. What time did you get up today, and, how long are you going to stand there and look out the window?

As far as your getting the deal you wanted, a good deal is one where you're happy. I think you done good!

We probably won't hear from you for a while. You'll either be playing or spending time with wifey, when she makes you stop playing your new bass.

Enjoy!


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 8:17 am
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I'm think I'm being patient . I'm only checking the fedex tracking every 15 minutes! :shock: Man the trucks are slow! :lol:

The band practiced last night and sound check on Friday was moved up to 1pm. I wasn't going to tell the guys about the bass, just show up with it. But I had to tell them I might be late and why. So there's a very good chance that my first time playing it will be at sound check.
I guess that'll be breaking her in right.

My wife has been great about it. I'm a lucky man. I got her a very nice ring and necklace for Christmas, but I think she'll be getting another one come Valentines Day.

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Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 1:29 pm
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O.K., put the bass down and post some pictures, it has to have arrived by now. What did the tracking link say?


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 3:54 pm
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Hasn't arrived yet. According to my aragement with Sweetwater it shipped out yesterday and it's not scheduled to be here 'til tomorrow. :(

FedEx 2 Day Service
Ship date: Dec 28, 2011
Estimated delivery: Dec 30, 2011 by 7:00 PM

Dec 29, 2011 5:02 PM Departed FedEx location MEMPHIS, TN
Dec 29, 2011 3:28 PM In transit MEMPHIS, TN
Dec 29, 2011 10:40 AM Arrived at FedEx location MEMPHIS, TN
Dec 29, 2011 3:24 AM Departed FedEx location INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Dec 29, 2011 1:02 AM Arrived at FedEx location INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Dec 28, 2011 10:24 PM Left FedEx origin facility FORT WAYNE, IN
Dec 28, 2011 9:23 PM Picked up FORT WAYNE, IN
Dec 28, 2011 7:15 PM Shipment information sent to FedEx

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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 4:52 pm
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So it came from Memphis, I don't really know why, but that's interesting. Have you thought of a name yet?

Wow, it will be like Christmas all over again. I think Sweetwater puts the candy in so the wive's and/or girlfriends can feel like this was special for them too.


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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 5:09 pm
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Actually it came from Fort Wayne, Ind. Then to Indianapolis, then to Memphis.
I'm guessing that it might be flying out of Memphis to OKC, since it's 2 day delivery. I noticed it arrived at one location in Memphis, then they took it to another location and it departed from there. Maybe the airport? :?:

I ordered the bass late Tuesday afternoon. Looks like they took all day Wednesday doing their 55 point inspection and packaging. Hopefully they were taking the time to make sure it's "perfect".

The deal with my wife, she gets all my gig money! :shock:
Actually I was giving it all to her anyway. I usually get what I want, when I want without any complaints, but it is highly unusual for me to make any type of purchase like this one.
I've also noticed that as you get older, your want list gets shorter! :lol:

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Post subject: Re: Please Help! Need Your Ideas.
Posted: Thu Dec 29, 2011 6:23 pm
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Your house sounds like mine. We have one account and she manages it well. I rarely buy anything and will not make a major purchase without her input. She complains that I won't buy stuff, she blew me away with my Strat.

I didn't look at the dates, i just took for granted that point of origin was first. I'm all excited for you, HEY, what was that? Sounded like a truck, do they make deliveries this late?

Oh, never mind, it was just the cat.


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