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As a new feature, we'll be posting pix of some of our customers. They
may have certain distinctions, an interesting bass, or just something
to contribute in one way or an../other. Our customers are all invited
to send photos of themselves with their instruments, ../other gear, or
perhaps in a humorous musical scenario. *Bass Central will, of course,
discriminately decide which ones are posted.
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Leroy Richardson, form St. Georges, Bermuda, shown here with his Roscoe SKB-3006, which he describes as: “SOUNDS LIKE THE HOUSE OF TONE”.
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Just want to thank you guys for your professionalism and friendship. Thanks to you, now I have one of the best sounding rigs on the planet. This set-up can really shake the ground, if your body doesn't move to this pure clean bass, you are probably dead.
Your Friend. - Reggie Hubbert
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Jake Newman (from The UK) with his Gorgeous New Alembic Mark King 5 Deluxe!
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", one of our
own, currently serving in. 'Looking quite formidable, we're glad he's on our side.
Awaiting an to arrive,
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“I Rock, You Rock, We All Rock in IRAQ!”
TSgt Vinnie Marshall, is the bassist in the US Air Force “Band of Flight” based in Dayton Ohio.
The first photo shows the group “Rockin’ The Casba” in Iraq. The second and third photos are from gigs at “Unknown Locations”. Bass Central is trying to negotiate a unique Trade Deal with the USAF: Bass gear for Cruise Missiles (to be used on our Deadbeat Customers)!
*Remember, BC gives Military Discounts to all Servicemen and Servicewomen!
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“BIG50TY” from Columbus, GA, with his Ernie Ball Stingray 5, shown here opening up for Al Jarreau! He plays behind William Bell.
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Sylvester Allen visited the store from Richmond, VA and bought an Eden World Tour - 1205 and had this to say about his deal :
"At bass central, ed, beaver, mike and scott, it was nice talking to
you guys. You all know what you are selling, you guys know your bass stuff. Its nice to go in a store where the salemen know what they are talking about. If and when I need more bass gear I will be calling bass central!"
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Tony Fox, from the UK, smiling big with his new Flea Bass. “The bass is stunning, the playability, tone, and finish is truly amazing!”
“I must admit, I'm still reeling from only receiving it earlier today, a mere three days after placing the order with you and Mike over the phone. That service would have totally knocked my socks off from a UK dealer but the bass has come over 4000 odd miles across the Atlantic! Breathtaking music retail my dear fellow!! ;-)
Tony seems quite happy with both the bass and our service….
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Wally Messer drove from Jacksonville, FL to get an Aguilar Combo and have Grasshopper work on his Yamaha and had this to say about it :
"The Bartolini stuff you set up on my instrument sounds great!! Thanks also for taking the time to go over the rest of the bass. You are "the man"...or "the insect"...whichever is more the compliment to you. You are the third tech to work on that instrument...and the only one to get it right...it was well worth the drive from Jacksonville."
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BC Customer Joe Roberts In Action With His First Kingston Purchased At BC. Shown here AT The “Electric Factory” In Philly. Also Shown Is “ Mans Best Friend”
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Jay Culver, from Texas, with his new Warwick Corvette $$.
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Per Elias, from Norway, shown here (October, 2005) playing his Warwick Infinity 5 at the Sydney Opera House in Australia. According to Per, his group packed the venue during their Korean/Australian tour!
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Pat Juedy from East Orange, NJ, with his 2000 model Wal Geddy Lee Bass. No telling if we’ll ever see these produced again…..
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Mike Chapin’s Pink Lakland Joe Osborn, fitted with J-Retro Preamp. It’s the Only one we’ve ever seen like this, and although it took 8 months to get after ordering, Mike says that it was well worth the wait in Every Respect: sound, playability, looks, etc.!
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Albert Valle, from San Antonio, TX, jamming on one of his 4 Spectors, a Euro 5.
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Oliver Baumann aka SpyderMan, with his new Spyder Necklace! A true fan of John Entwistle!
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Long-time customer, friend, and Bass Central’s “German Ambassador”, Olivier Baumann, with his latest Alembic, a Custom Made Dragon Wing! Commonly referred to as "The Spyder-Man" (he's had several Alembic Spyder's as well), perhaps, he's now "The Dragon-Man"! Predictably, Oliver plays in a Who Tribute Group. He even looks the part!
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Long time friend of Beaver Felton's, Dave Lawler (formerly living in FL) and Family. Dave was a talented bassist way back and is now an attorney in Atlanta. We're not sure if Dave's still playing, but if he is, we'd refer to him as "Lawyer by Day, Rocker By Night"!
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Frankie Aster, jamming on his SPECTOR at THE SPORTSLINE in Atlanta! According to Frankie, the bass and his Ampeg SVT give him the sound he loves!
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Hans Six, lead vox/bassist, of Belgium jamming away with his Fender. He stops into Bass Central whenever visiting Florida and usually leaves with a bass!
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Clint Barker, our friend from Las Vegas, who:
1) Plays bass.
2) Is strong enough to carry a big, heavy, wooden pole around.
2) Loves/owns Warwicks.
3) Has met Billy Sheehan and Zakk Wild.
4) All the above.
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Rob Elmore with his Warwick Buzzard and band.
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John Loner, playing his new MM Bongo with his group, “All About Him”.
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Kevin Glenn, a “Happy Customer”, with several Spector Euros and a Helluva Ampeg Amp Stack!
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Loyal Bass Central Customer Vincente Cancino From Santiago Chili With His Newest Addition Stingray 5.
*Vincente always stops into the store during his annual trip to Orlando and usually leaves with a bass!
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Brian Roberts with his new Warwick Thumbass 5 Neck-Thru.
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BC Customer, Anthony Law, along with son, Zach, holding 2 of his MM Lefties!
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Orlando’s own, Hector Ostolaza, a former student of Beaver Felton’s with his Ken Smiths. Also shown is David, Hector’s son, starting at a very early age!
According to Beaver, “Hector simply plays his ass off, whether it’s a 4, 5, or 6 string bass! Easily one of the most accomplished players I ever taught!”
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The One And Only “Fletch” With His Recent Addition Fender Jaguar. Yes, You Can Have One Too!! *aka Don Fletcher is Bass Central’s Web-Master.
“Webber-By-Day, Rocker-By-Night!”
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Oliver Dominguez, will several of his acquisitions, a Warwick Infinity LTD and a Custom 6, from Bass Central.
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Reggie Hubbert Of Winter Springs, FL With One Badass Marcus 5… Floor It!
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Cy Nelson with his new Q5 Fretless and amp stack!
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This is Giuseppe Emanuele from Germany. He’s not yet a Bass Central customer, but he did send this photo so we thought we’d post it! He uses an SWR 750x and a Goliath Cab, and plays for the group, Nuova Epoca!
(Hopefully, he’ll but something, now….)
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Lee Louie with her new USA JO! Biker by day, Rocker by night!
“The Edelbrock Fab Four” jamming in the conference room.
Tony - Drums,
Lee - Bass, ***Also shown on a Harley! Female bass players, there’s nothing cooler!
Scott - Vocals/Rhythm Gtr,
Alan - Lead Gtr
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Torrey Tacklyn Of Bermuda With His “KILLER RIG”. MTD 535, Eden Navigator.
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“Tony Cowles, a former student of Beaver Felton’s, long time friend/associate of Bass Central, and a current student of Dave LaRue’s! Shown on a Harley, Tony also helped in one of Bass Central’s Relocation Operations years ago, qualifying him as A Rocker, A Biker, and A Mover!
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“Matt B., from Russellville, AR, with his MM Bongo. Matt is clearly happy with his axe!”
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Mike Scott, playing his new Lakland 55-02 at a gig in Chandler, AZ, with his band OLDsKOOL. According to Mike, this bass is rapidly becoming his favorite!
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We recently sold some gear to Tim & Raffe from Australia. They kindly sent this photo, perhaps the audience at their most recent outdoor concert.……..
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"Beaver Felton and longtime customer/friend Aaron Gonzales. Aaron, from Arizona, was in town for a week and stopped by Bass Central for a visit along with friend, “Razor”. According to Beaver, “Aaron is like this library of instructional materials, having learned and memorized bass patterns from tutorials for the last 20 years. I was at my desk, he was playing basses in the showroom, and I suddenly heard and recognized him playing licks from my own Superchops 4 Bass Videos that I’d forgotten!”
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Our good friend, Pierre-Emile (Switzerland), doing a gig with his friend and former Yes keyboardist, Patrick Moraz (remember “Relayer”?)!
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, gigging at some “Undisclosed Location”.
Hmmm. Could VP Dick Cheney be in the audience?
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“Robert Elmore and his band, The All Star Soul Express, supporting Terry Sylvester of the Hollies in front of about 10,000 screaming fans in June of 2005 in Sacramento.”
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“After experiencing the playability, awe-inspiring tone and precise articulation of this Dingwall, my other basses are not only humiliated; they're for sale! Daughter Ella, dog Sambuka (yes, she IS that big) and kitty Miss Vicky all agree.
Morris Browman
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Long time friend and customer of Bass Central, Steve Rosati with a pair of Elricks and an AccuGroove Cab.
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, from Sweden, slamming on his new with his group, (care to pronounce). If it appears that he’s , it’s because he is. It did work for , afterall…..
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of KY, with his new with Spalted Maple Top, which is absolutely thrilled with.
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*Berklee staff members and students, both past and present, qualify for special deals at Bass Central!
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playing his Pedulla ET5!
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“The String-Man Cometh!”
Long Time BC Customer/Associate, Barry Williams, Working’ His Way Through Every String Known To Mankind. Although he’s a fine player and always gets a great tone, Barry is on a never-ending search for the perfect string. We rely on him to review and critique new string brands or sets.
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Keith Bevington, A “True Gear Head” and Local BC Customer, With His New Bongo Bass which he NEVER PAID OFF!
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Scott Wiffen , The Official “Bass Central Australian Ambassador”, With His New LTD. Black Onyx Sterling. Purchased While On A Recent USA Whirlwind Visit, He Also Attended The Ernie Ball Forum, Where He Received A Factory Tour And Met Lots Of EB/MM Employees And Endorsers!
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Of Denmark Looking Very Pleased With His
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Of North Carolina With His Beautiful New
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Rich Opal in Action With His Mighty Fodera VW 4
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"Mike Sterling, jamming on his MTD 635 in Chicago!"
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Ed Trevino Of California With The Warwick Infinity Twins. One Fretted One Fretless. Nice!!
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Bass Central customer Allan Ocasio plays around Florida with his band " Funkette ".
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