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NavyBass
12-18-2005, 07:36 PM
The first is a 1981 Ibanez Roadster. These basses were awesome. Not to mention that Steve Harris used one for a while. They came stock with DiMarzio pickups and a small preamp. It cost me $100.00 with original hardshell case.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v349/jpwinters/Gear%201/Roadster1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v349/jpwinters/Gear%201/roadster3.jpg



The second is my drum set. It's a 6 piece Tama set. It has Sabian Cymbals.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v349/jpwinters/Gear%201/drums1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v349/jpwinters/Gear%201/drums3.jpg
vashts80
12-18-2005, 07:38 PM
Double threads own :)

How's the drumkit play, and if the other thread gets deleted, hows the bass play? I think white P/U covers on a black bass looks ugly
NavyBass
12-18-2005, 07:39 PM
Double threads own :)

How's the drumkit play, and if the other thread gets deleted, hows the bass play? I think white P/U covers on a black bass looks ugly

They both play nice. BTW, the pickup covers are cream. They just look white in the pic.
BenJammin
12-18-2005, 07:42 PM
Nice Ibanez. Looks a lot like a Peavey Fury, in my opinion. Bet it plays good, though.
PaulSimonon
12-18-2005, 07:42 PM
Man, where do you find these steals?





Anything new going on with the luthier business?
rik
12-18-2005, 07:48 PM
Sweet cymbals on that kit.
trumpeter
12-18-2005, 07:53 PM
Nice T-40(I think) on the wall.
NavyBass
12-18-2005, 07:58 PM
Man, where do you find these steals?





Anything new going on with the luthier business?

Yep, I'm making 4 basses for myself.

I'm also getting a bit frustrated. I understand that I'm "just starting out" in the whole going public with this thing. This is one reason I'm keeping my prices low. A few of my friends who own my basses have repeatedly told me I could get 4 times what I actually charge for one of my basses. A few of them (who also own Alembics) have said the craftsmanship, quality, and sound were equal to, or was better than Alembic.

What I'm getting a bit frustrated with is people filling out price quote forms for standard optioned basses when the price for the standard option bass is on my web site.

Don't get me wrong, I don't mind sending out quotes, but I'm almost inundated with quotes that just don't pan out.

I've also got alot of people that say I don't have many reviews on my basses. Believe me, I could load up my web site with reviews from my family members that own some of my basses, but I feel that it would be extremely tacky and then people would say that those reviews were biased.

Alot of other high end basses don't get "played out" regularly by big name musicians, but they are highly praised. For instance, How many internationally known bassists regularly play a Ritter or others?

Oh well, just a rant. Although, if I don't start generating some business soon, I'm just going to make stuff for myself and my small circle of family and friends.
edgebass5
12-18-2005, 08:01 PM
wow, you have your toms and cymbals setup at quite a vertical angle there man. When I play drums I set it up a lot differently... meh... personal preference I suppose. Nice finds regardless, I've heard great things about those old Ibanez Roadsters, plus DiMarzio always makes me smile, so.... :D
trumpeter
12-18-2005, 08:18 PM
Are those DIP sticks???
NavyBass
12-18-2005, 08:21 PM
Are those DIP sticks???

I dipped them myself.
Left Shoe
12-18-2005, 08:23 PM
nice steals
thelowsoundofbass
12-18-2005, 08:25 PM
i hate you and your good finds.

lowsound
sixner
12-18-2005, 09:56 PM
your not getting much business? that surprises me...

if you've got other basses made for friends / family... why not put them in your gallery (or was it inventory?)... it might spark some other interests....

btw, nice ibanez :thumb:... how much for the set?
-sixner
AlmightyPancake
12-18-2005, 10:00 PM
Hey, JP, i'm back in town... let me know when you're free and we should be able to start discussing my next order. I should realistically have the money by april or may.
AlmightyPancake
12-18-2005, 10:02 PM
Nice T-40(I think) on the wall. Oh yeah. That's a T-40. And it is nice.
Sade
12-18-2005, 11:12 PM
wow, you have your toms and cymbals setup at quite a vertical angle there man. When I play drums I set it up a lot differently... meh... personal preference I suppose. Nice finds regardless, I've heard great things about those old Ibanez Roadsters, plus DiMarzio always makes me smile, so.... :D

Don't tell me you know everything about drum equipment, too?

You take far too many shits, my good man.





























Bass forum, let this be a lesson to you: Ex-lax=gear knowledge.
edgebass5
12-18-2005, 11:49 PM
Don't tell me you know everything about drum equipment, too?

Nah man, I don't know much about drum gear, I just know how to play.
Bass_swede
12-19-2005, 12:11 AM
Roadsters are pretty instruments, I use my friends fathers 80's roadster II at times.
PainKiller8191
12-19-2005, 01:20 AM
goddamn....when do i get to be one of those people who finds all the kickass basses no one ever heard about for like no money
FunkMetalBass
12-19-2005, 09:52 AM
Hey, JP, i'm back in town... let me know when you're free and we should be able to start discussing my next order. I should realistically have the money by april or may.

Same here. I'll wait until I get enough to pay for half of it first.
Deacy
12-19-2005, 10:13 AM
Didn't 'Arry only play the Roadster in two videos? As far as I know he always used his Precision for recording and live.

And d@mn you for always finding great basses :upset:
jaco jr
12-19-2005, 10:21 AM
Didn't 'Arry only play the Roadster in two videos? As far as I know he always used his Precision for recording and live.

And d@mn you for always finding great basses :upset:
you could be thinking of that blue custom bass he had made for him - i cant remember the name of the company either, something weird - heavy bass dude will remember
Deacy
12-19-2005, 10:23 AM
you could be thinking of that blue custom bass he had made for him - i cant remember the name of the company either, something weird - heavy bass dude will remember
the Lado Unicorn, and I've only seen him use the Ibanez in the Run to the Hills and The Trooper videos
jaco jr
12-19-2005, 10:29 AM
the Lado Unicorn, and I've only seen him use the Ibanez in the Run to the Hills and The Trooper videos
that would be it - and yes you are right - he did use an ibanez in those vids - cheers:thumb:
baggagebassman
12-19-2005, 11:19 AM
Nice grab.
skingle
12-19-2005, 12:44 PM
I really love the Ibanez. That is a bargain at $100
Thunder Fingers
12-19-2005, 01:47 PM
eeeeek! I want that Ibanez!

and i want the ibanez wich i refer to as the "Phil Lynnott model" but everyone recognize it as the one Sting used...

Anyway, Congrats, i hope she plays nice ;)
kilian
12-19-2005, 02:34 PM
F*CK YOU :thumb:


That bass is a really nice find! I had the chance to buy a Peavey T-40 for like 120 or something like that, but I first need a new cabinet.. And I'm not a man of many basses. Two or three is enough for me.

And to have a drumset is also superb.