Dave the Osprey has landed; one small step for man and one giant step for mankind! I can't believe it !
I played the bird for at least three hours yesterday.It plays perfect, killer sustain and tone...BUTTER! the top is gorgeous its almost like fossilized ammonites and seashells are imbedded in it. Thats the best finish I've ever experienced ....This bass is smoother than glass!!! You got the fingerboard to body spacing perfect and the bass is super easy to play, I have no other bass like it. It truly is awesome for slappin and everything else!give me two more weeks to explore this bass and I'll know it better. Thanks for building me such a wonderfull bass I can feel the care and expertise tha went into this bass!!
Adrian
Adrian Vandervoort
California, USA
NYBW Custom 5
hi david
the bass arrived safely and in one piece :-) and what can i say... i'm lacking of words. it's an awesome instrument. i felt comfortable from the first second although i've never played a 34.5" scale. it is so well balanced seated and standing it looks amazing and of course it sounds great. i had the chance to use it on a concert on friday for the first time for a kind of world music band where
i'm subbing from time to time and everbody was extremly happy. the sound engineer said he had to do nothing just open the channel :-) i was using my walter woods eq flat and epifani 112 (the bass was played passive,tone control between quarter and half open) and i've been so happy on stage in every setting. i could always hear myself and i could always find a sound that fit the song. from a slow emotional ballad to funky james brown grooves. so what more can i say than thank you thank you thank
you... it was worth waiting the time...
Thanks and Regards,
Christian
Christian Wendt
Austria, Eu.
NYBW Fretless Cremona 5
Hi David
I had the chance to record the bass for the first time and it was great. the engineer and producer was really happy. i'll send you the recording as soon as possible..i also had the chance to play it with several bands a zawinul like world music band where it fit perfect and also some jazz bands and a big band where it was great. i could always here myself and always had a great warm sound. i'm really happy.... so thanks again hope to hear from you soon.
Regards, Christian
Christian Wendt
Austria, Eu.
NYBW Cremona 5 Fretless
Hey David,
There isn't much to add to what has already been said by many others. The craftsmanship and playability of this instrument is off the charts. It exudes "effortless" playing, incredible tone and versatility. While playing it, there's a constant reminder that these instruments are very special. It doesn't fight you in any way and allows you to concentrate on the music. Quite simply...Thank you! Its an honor to have worked with you on this project and a privilege to own this bass.
Best Always,
Brian
PS: I'll give you a call soon.
Brian Reihms
Virginia, USA
NYBW Fretless Deep Jazz 6
David,
Just wanted to drop a quick line. The Cremona/Aguilar is a wonderful combo, talk about fat, strong, versatile tone. As expected, playability is very comfortable. I couldn't be happier. Thanks again.
Take care,
Brian
Brian Reihms
Virginia, USA
NYBW Cremona 5
"I ordered my Deep Jazz 6 directly from New York Bass Works (NYBW) and received it early 2001. Its everything I've wanted and more. My inspiration for this bass was the classic mid-70s Jazz Bass. Maple board, ash body, Jazz-style pickups. David Segal (of NYBW) and I used this as a starting point to design an extended-scale 6-string bass of the highest build and sound quality. I told David I didn't want a bass, but a 'hand-piano'! He didn't disappoint. The bass is incredibly comfortable. The action-setup was perfect when I first picked it up, and since then it hasn't budged.
My Concert fretless is a simple instrument - just how I like it. Passive. When it comes to sound , this instrument needs no help whatsoever. The sheer amount of deep , tight bass is staggering. This thing barks with authority and is very responsive. Oh yeah, and aside from my 6, it has the most well-defined 'B' I've ever played or heard."
Joe Faure - Bassist - New York
Deep Jazz 6 fretted
Concert 5 fretless
"For me consistency is the key to the instruments at NYBW. Whether I am recording, playing small clubs , or touring the large halls, the consistency of tone, the accuracy of the neck, and the overall durability of the instrument speak to the superior craftsmanship at NYBW".
Gary Foote - Bassist, producer. Blood Sweat & Tears, Apollo Theater house band.
"NYBW is AS GOOD AS IT GETS. Dead Serious. David Segal is the most genuine person I have ever worked with in the bass manufacturing world. This is the finest fretless I have ever played. It is like an extension of my most expressive self. The bottom line: Phenomenal tone up and down the neck like I have never had before, and with exceptional playability. It sounds great no matter what I plug it into (within reason). My Deep Jazz 6 has a nice sunburst finish. It has passive J style pickups. Ever hear a 6 string with vintage 60s J tone? It's here. The slap and finger-style tone is phenomenal. Focused but still warm lows, punchy but not overbearing or nasally mids, clean highs. The tone is a dream and is its strongest point. My 6's are very ergonomic and are more comfortable to play than most fivers. They are a joy. Thanks again, David! You have helped me make my music and express myself."
Tom Halversen- Bassist- Utah
Concert 6 fretless / Deep Jazz 6 fretted
"Excellence is the word I use to describe New York Bass Works. The NYBW bass is hands down the best bass on the planet. I've had my NYBW for almost 4 years and it is the only bass I play for every situation from J.T. Taylor to El DeBarge, Sherry Winston to Marc Cary, and everything in between. This is the most versatile bass you will ever play. David Segal is truly the bass god and the NYBW is the Holy Grail. Dave Jones - bassist- New York
"I've been a bass player for over thirty years and it seemed impossible to find the bass that had it all. To me that means tone, depth, presence, character, consistency, balance, comfort, elegance, and of course, it's own voice. That is until I met David Segal of NYBW. Dave is the real deal"
"I am proud to say I am the first NYBW customer. Keep up the good work Dave. I always knew you were the best".
George Panos - Bassist- New York
Concert 5 fretted
Deep Jazz fretted
"I have owned or auditioned just about every bass I could get my hands on. For many years I thought nothing could unseat a good healthy Jazz Bass. Then when I decided that I needed a "B" string, there wasn't a good working instrument to be found at any price. When I met Dave Segal of New York Bass Works, my "less than stellar" opinion of expensive hand made instruments quickly changed. For those looking for a truly world class instrument, you owe it to yourself to try an NYBW. I now own four NYBW's and I have had the opportunity to play several others. Worth every cent. No one comes even remotely close".
Carl Weber, Carl Weber Audio Systems - Bassist - New York
Concert 5 fretted
Concert 6 fretted
Deep Jazz 6 Fretless
Studio 5 fretted
"These are simply some of the greatest made instruments on the planet ! ! ! Everywhere I play people always ask me what kind of bass I'm playing. They have killer tone, and great action. One the best investments I have ever made".
Shawn Whitley - Bassist - New York
NYBW 5 fretted ( prototype, no model designation)
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