All user reviews for the Greco GOB-700 Speedway Bass

Greco is a Japanese brand whose production, at least at the time when this bass was born, was provided by Fujigen Gakki (which at that time also produced for Ibanez, and later assured the manufacture of the famous Fender Squier and Japan, but that's another story ...), as saying that this is the highest level. This particular model is part of the GOB family (for guitars was GO for short), which had up to 4 different models: the GOB-700, the GOB-900, the GOB and GOB-1000-1200 by order of finish.

The model we are interested in and I'm happy owner, who was born in August 1979 is the GOB-700, the entry-level model of this family. It is different from her sisters in its construction (but not in its design) and e-mail. Indeed, curiously it has a wrong driver handle, maple neck with rosewood fingerboard is actually glued to the body which is made like a neck-through bass, namely a central portion and wings. The central part is the most beautiful effect maple walnut with 2 strips on each side, the wings are left as they are mahogany table and maple back. Great art. All other models have a true GOB driver handle ...

In terms of electronics, it's classic: 2 humbuckers, 2 volume, 1 tone, 1 selector while the liabilities (other GOB models have active electronics). Everything exudes quality (pots, switch, condo) and assembly is more than neat, all cavities are shielded and the pots were small silicone cases (the Japanese are crazy)! Not the slightest hum, not the least of crachotis knob or selector for a lady of 35 years, congratulations! Special mention for pickups are monsters ... An incredible fishing, we will return ...

Hardware level, this is also the highest level. Starting with the bridge which frankly exudes health, obviously it is machined from brass and nickel plated machined steel bridges, what a beautiful solid thing. The tuners are Gotoh beautiful oil bath, also nickel. A model that I have seen on this bass! Even after 35 years, still silky, precise and without a pet game ..

Needless to say, the frets (they are 22) are fully seated and finishing (with natural markers and logo genuine pearl!) Generally agrees with the rest ... I put the max score, it deserves !

UTILIZATION

Much to say right now, as much bass this time with this type of construction, it is anything but light! Relatively balanced, even if the head has a slight tendency to dive (not really a problem), it is quite enjoyable to play. Level ergonomics, it takes its quite quickly right hand side through the covers microphones curvaceous brands (but equally well for the game with a pick or slap). For the left hand, enthusiasts and modern dishes sleeves, go your way, this is not for you! It is in vintage there, and those who are accustomed sleeves bass Gibson will feel at home. The others will get used to it ... The assessment of a handle is subjective anyway. But I like it anyway.

I put a 8 because of the weight!

SOUNDS

Without the plug, this bass already has more than its consistent and very lyrical, and you immediately notice a sustain unusual. But once connected, wow! As I said above, the microphones that fit this bass are monsters with an output level of bison and frankly surprising for a dynamic bass that age. Everything comes without effort and we are surprised by its ability to allow the game to qualify more easily than most of today's low (although they have made much progress on that side ...). Frankly surprising.

The sound palette is no exception as with 2 humbuckers switchable each equipped with its own volume, it is possible to model the infinite his sound quite effectively. However (and oddly) there is only a general tone control, but ultimately it never bothered me. If you're picky, you may also regret that we can not micro splitter, which would have increased tenfold the possibilities. But frankly it has never failed me.
It is one of those basses have the power to pierce the mix (like the Musicman Stingray), we always hear and without a fight!
Making it a very versatile instrument, capable of playing almost any music on any amp.

I put 9 because I'm just breaking candy and I regret that there is no split micro and one tone ... But this story is really to find a fault, huh.

OVERALL OPINION

Purchased from a Japanese vendor beni time bargains on ebay (2000-2005) for a cheap price (even with shipping and customs), I very often used and on projects as diverse and varied . I often entitled to praise for its sound and its unusual from my fellow musicians ... Anyway mouth, I bought about photo without trying or even how it could sound good, but if it again, I would do! Besides, I actively looking for another right now! Unfortunately they appear to me you it rare. Damage.