Testimonial of the Month

Dear Jerry and Staff:

This letter is long overdue. I am writing to express my heartfelt appreciation for your service, and to give my comments on the bass and equipment I purchased from Lemur Music.

Several months ago, on the recommendation of a bassist friend, I contacted Lemur Music for my definitive bass needs. I had visited many online sites, spoke with many other individuals up until then, and was frustrated by the seeming poverty of experienced help available. All of that, and the course of my musical life changed with one simple phone call to Lemur Music.

I explained to Jerry and his wonderful staff that I was a neophyte bass player whose musical background was that of being a life-long accomplished symphony clarinetist and jazz saxophonist. My passion for playing the bass was sparked by accomplished friends who put in guest appearances in my jazz combo. Sadly though, most of them were too busy to play with us regularly.
In my quest to provide authentic sounding swing and jazz classics to my audience, I needed a regular bassist. In the absence of available bodies, I became that person.

Jerry was quite detailed and meticulous in his analysis of my particular situation. We discussed everything from the style of music intended to be played on the bass, to the size of my hands, my height, usual venues, climate of my area, and the fact that I needed to have the bass action adjusted so that my hands and fingers would not be abused in respect of my full-time job as a Plastic Surgeon.

After a thorough discussion of all of these matters, and more, we came to the obvious conclusion that the bass most suited for me and my particular set of circumstances was the Emanual Wilfer 'Gentleman Jazz' bass. Being a performing bassist, Jerry also advised me about the most appropriate pickup for this bass (Fishman Full Circle), and the Acoustic Image Coda amplifier.

The Wilfer 'Gentleman Jazz' bass is not only a beautiful instrument from a visual perspective, but it has a wonderful big, warm acoustic sound, throughout the entire range, pizz and arco, that has pleased audiences and musicians alike since the time I have been playing this instrument. If you are looking for an instrument for small acoustic gigs, like coffee shops, where you prefer to not use amplification, then this is the instrument. With the slim neck and superb setup, this bass is a pleasure to play, and very comfortable-no more sore hands!

Jerry was entirely correct regarding pickup choice. In my opinion, after having compared a few other products, the Fishman full circle pickup gives the best reproduction of this beautiful instrument's natural tones.

Finally, the Acoustic Image Coda bass amplifier, in my mind, is second to none for amplification of the upright bass. No preamps are required. The sound is huge for this small unit, yet never distorted, and always natural.

I am very well aware that Jerry had at his disposal a multitude of basses and equipment, many of which were much more expensive than the Wilfer Bass.
As a salesman, Jerry acted very professionally and gave me advice that was in my best interest, and not to his financial advantage.

I am a customer who has dealt with Lemur Music both on the Internet and at great long distance. I can truthfully say that the experience I had was as if Lemur Music was up the street from me in my home city. All of the staff were very knowledgeable, very supportive, and at all times friendly, professional, and courteous. When faced with the adversities of dealing with cross border Customs officials and truckers, Jerry and his staff went more than the distance.

I have heartfelt thanks and appreciation that Lemur Music, Jerry, and the staff are there to serve all of the bassists needs. One simple phone call to Lemur music will show you exactly what I mean, and will have an overwhelming positive impact on your music and your life.
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Mark R. Thibert, M.D., F.R.C.S.(C)
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Canada

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