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[quote name='ash' post='1172793' date='Mar 23 2011, 12:03 AM']Just a dry solder joint or old pots that need a clean, pickup is fine.[/quote] bump

[quote name='ballbag1066' post='1172867' date='Mar 23 2011, 06:59 AM']Where in the Northwest are you? anywhere near Manchester? Cheers[/quote] hi am in Lancaster about an hour from you.

[quote name='borntohang' post='1172762' date='Mar 22 2011, 11:35 PM']When you say scratchy do you mean an issue with the connections or the actual pickup?[/quote] Just a dry solder joint or old pots that need a clean, pickup is fine.

Anyone interested in this? It's my mongrel Gibson Grabber 1, it was put together as a spare initially with the thought of converting it to a 5 string. The neck is a 70s Grabber 1imported from the states and rare as .... it has a serial number and is straight with good frets and a nice profile. The neck has had an ugly but sound repair where the joint has come adrift (note this is not a break). There are two pins with visible pinheads holding the repair in place but can't be felt when playing - see pic. The head has been refinished in places as it looks to have been rubbed down. Truss rod works fine. Logo is original and there is a serial and made in USA stamp on the reverse. The tuners are old Schallers. The body is from a copy I bought from Ebay as a rescue job, it is quality wood and not ply, pretty hefty but sustains well and balances nicely. The sliding pickup and electrics are from the same copy and sound very like the real thing (I know as I have three of them) although they are a wee bit scratchy. Unlike the real G1 the bass has a P bass type bridge and isn't strung through the body. I bought this in various parts as a bit of a fun project, it has been unceremoniously bolted together by myself but actually works well and looks, sounds and plays very like my early 70s G1. With a bit of care this could be a fantastic bass but as is is a working bass. It is currently wearing flatwounds (not the black nylons in the pics) and has black chrome domed and knurled controls. The parts and import charges cost me just over 320 so that's the sort of ball park figure I'm after. [attachment=75507:IMGP1902.JPG] [attachment=75506:IMGP1915.JPG] [attachment=75508:451580121_o.jpg]

Here is my Gibson Les Paul bass dating from 1995. USA made bass in cherry finish, beautiful neck and nicely balanced flat top slab body, all original Schaller hardware in black chrome and Bartolini soapbar active pickups. This example is about the same weight as a P bass many weigh a ton! Plays really well and sounds superb. Minor dings and a couple of missing screws from the jack plate, electrics are perfect. The bass has a small crack on the back of the headstock which hasn't moved and does not prevent truss rod adjustment. My luthier said this could be glued and french polished but it is cosmetic rather than structural. See pics for more details. Only selling because when I imported it I didn't realise it had active circuitry and I tend to prefer passive basses. Looking at 430 to get my money back. Cheers. [attachment=75501:__KGrHqF...oGQ___12.jpg] [attachment=75504:__KGrHqV...zEw___12.jpg] [attachment=75503:__KGrHqN...Htg___12.jpg] [attachment=75502:__KGrHqJ...zfw___12.jpg]

[quote name='Born to Lose' post='1167371' date='Mar 18 2011, 04:32 PM']That didn't take you long Ash ! [/quote] Yep the Grabbers are the ones for me as I said, can't get enough of 'em!

[quote name='dannybuoy' post='1164796' date='Mar 16 2011, 06:56 PM']My, plenty of classic Gibsons popping up out of nowhere lately![/quote] All PMs answered provisionally sold. Thanks for all your comments and messages, I will have more Gibson related goodies up soon!

Here we have a nice early example of a Gibson Ripper Bass or L-9S bass. This is the bass made famous latterly by Krist Novoselic of Nirvana but also used by Suzi Quatro, Louis Johnson & Greg Lake. The bass has a very versatile sound and is known for its midrange growl, great for rock or funk. Unlike its cousin The Grabber it has two pickups plus a three way tone switch it also features a fixed neck and three point bridge. This bass dates from the early/mid 70s and overall it is in excellent playing and working condition and is - to my knowledge - original with the exception of the finish. The bass has been sprayed black and although this isn't a bad job it could be easy to strip this back to original. There are lots of scuffs and scrapes and plenty of buckle rash for that vintage 'roadworn' look - in this case genuine! The neck is straight and true and frets have been stoned but have plenty of life in them nice Schaller machines. Action is low and the bass balances well. It is a big bodied bass but is not too heavy. The electrics are a little scratchy but a service and clean would sort this - these are all original parts. This is a great vintage US bass at a decent price. I got this as part of a trade but I already own several Gibsons so selling this one on. It has a six digit serial that I'm told dates it to ealy 70s. Am not looking for trades but will consider offers. I'd prefer pickup but will send if the buyer arranges the courier. [attachment=74908:__KGrHqN...Uk____12.jpg] [attachment=74907:__KGrHqF...flg___12.jpg] [attachment=74906:__KGrHqF...7ew___12.jpg]

Monday monday

[quote name='Moog' post='1160329' date='Mar 13 2011, 11:42 AM']I've decided to sell my Black Stagg EUB as I'm looking to upgrade to the real thing now. It's not had a huge amount of use, so the fingerboard is in good nick as is the rest of the bass. The only thing worth mentioning is that one of the rubber seals into which you insert the body rest has disappeared into the body but this doesn't cause a problem when positioning it. It is currently fitted with Corelli Mediums and I'll throw in the original strings if I can find them! Gig bag included of course and I can ship in the orginal box. Looking for £260 ono and that will include the postage. Moog.[/quote] pm'd

Here we have a great example of an Ashbory bass, this bass has a tiny footprint but a BIG sound and can do a pretty serious impression of a doublebass! If you are looking I'm sure you know what it is. Here is a link for more history. [url="http://ashbory.co.uk/"]http://ashbory.co.uk/[/url] The bass is as new with spare strings and gigbag (the strings have been removed for transport but can be restrung if buyer wishes), they cost around 260GBP new so this is a steal at £160 or P ex for Stagg EUB. The bass plays well and sounds great but I can't get on with the tidgy scale. UK only [attachment=74666:__KGrHqF..._L____12.jpg]

[quote name='Jimelliottbassist' post='1155669' date='Mar 9 2011, 06:23 PM']Is it a 34 inch scale??[/quote] same as a 4001/3 - think that is 33.5 as they are slightly less than a p bass if I remember correctly

[quote name='Born to Lose' post='1155366' date='Mar 9 2011, 02:25 PM']Hi - I'm new to the form, and to Ricks in fact, so please pardon my ignorance - why does this only have one pickup ? I am interested by the way - I have a Grabber & a Ripper to trade.[/quote] Its a no frills take on the 4000 series but a nice bass with a typical Ricky grunt, as the man said its got only one pickup because its mono and more in keeping with the early Rick basses. PM sent. Its really rare in this finish had loads of interest but mainly people drooling rather than buying!

Can't believe no takers! This is a gorgeous bass in excellent cosmetic and playing condition, the only interest has gone nowhere, this really is a bargain bass, if you email me with any P ex's I will consider 5 string Bongos or US Fenders, cash my way and others. The only reason for selling is it doesn't suit my playing style - nothing else, no catches, its worth much more than I am asking.

Once more unto the breach.....

I'm after a Stagg EUB to mess around with, must be cheap and able to post. It needn't be mint but has got to be playable. PM me if you have anything under 250 cheers!

Still here!

My lovely mega rare rick 4000 bass?

[quote name='Stacker' post='1134195' date='Feb 20 2011, 11:41 AM']Well, nobody's biting on my NAsh JB or T-bass so I can't take this off you hands. Grim times. [/quote] Yes, this is a bargain, can't believe no serious interest!

Provisionally sold awaiting payment.

No contact from prospective buyer so this is back up with a Saturday bump!

Here is my mega rare Gibson G3 Bass in natural finish with maple neck and maple body. According to the serial it was made in 1978, it is in excellent condition with minimal fretwear. There are the usual 'honourable marks of time' small dings and scuffing to the scratchplate. The bass has all original Bill Lawrence pickups and hardware including the bridge cover. It comes with its original Gibson case and hang tags! This bass has a very versatile pickup system and can get tones from Jazz warmth to Rick treble. The action is very low, medium weight and well balanced. A beautiful bass and reluctant sale due to having to upgrade my heating system. I have three Grabbers and they are all solid reliable basses. As used by Greenday, Nirvana, Kiss, etc. No trades , sorry can't send abroad. Will post pics soon. [attachment=72381:_CFwRFi_...V_____12.jpg] [attachment=72380:_CFwQS9Q...YEQ___12.jpg] [attachment=72379:_CFwPmWw...ijQ___12.jpg]

Still here!

[quote name='GeeBass' post='1128908' date='Feb 15 2011, 09:04 PM']shameless bump for price reduction![/quote] where are you based?