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thebrig

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  1. Approximately 9.5lbs and it balances really well so feels quite light on a strap
  2. I have had at least 30 basses over the last ten years and I've normally had around eight to ten at any one time, but I have finally come to my senses and realise that I only need TWO max, and probably only need ONE to be honest, I have never had a bass break down on me yet, so no real need for a back-up. I have been selling my collection off over the last 6/12 months and I now have my final three up for sale now as I write, I have recouped at least £5,000 recently and I am receiving a new bass today that is going to be the one I will gig all the time, it cost me just over a grand, I have treated the missus to a few things, I have upgraded my hifi system, we have brought a few things for the house, and some of the money will go towards this year's holidays. I feel so much better for not having all those basses hanging on hooks around the house, I feel that I am now spending our money on things that benefit both of us. Don't know how long this non-gas will last though!
  3. HOME BUILT PRECISION BASS - Natural Swamp Ash Finish with Rear Rout SOLD!!! Sorry, No Trades This is the last of my collection that I’m selling off, and it’s another of my home built Precisions. I had the body custom made by Guitar & Bass Build around six month’s ago, I paired this with a Mighty Mite “Tele” neck, I can’t remember the make of the tuners but they are decent quality and hold the tuning well, and to give it the punch that I was seeking at the time, I fitted a EMG Geezer Butler Signature Precision Pickup and harness. The bass is in beautiful condition and deserves to be gigged which I can’t do because I am no longer in a band. You are welcome to come and try it at my home in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. Body: Swamp Ash Rear Rout (Guitar & Bass Build) Tru-Oil Finish Neck: Maple with Rosewood Board (Mighty Mite) Nut Width: 38mm (Jazz) Tuners: Good Quality Unknown Brand Pickup: EMG Geezer Butler Signature Precision Pickup Electrics: EMG Geezer Butler Signature Precision Pickup Harness Bridge: Gotoh 201
  4. Thank you, it definitely cost more that the asking price, I've built quite a few basses over the past couple of years and I always lose on them when I move them on, but I enjoy planning them and then sourcing the parts, but most of all, I really get a lot of pleasure actually putting them together and then playing them for the first time, when I find out that they play and sound great, it's gives me such a buzz.
  5. HOME BUILT PRECISION BASS SOLD!!! I built this little beauty just before Xmas, but due to the fact that I am now trying to thin out my collection, this is another one that has to go. It plays and sounds great, and is virtually unmarked because all parts were purchased new. I have had to fill and plug one of the holes in the neck because a screw broke flush with the wood, so I had to dig it out and then fill it, the repaired hole is very strong and makes no difference to the stability of the neck. You are welcome to try it for yourself at my home in Bridgnorth. Materials Used: Body: American Alder, Olympic White Neck: North American Maple, Satin Finish Nut: Bone 38mm (Jazz Width) Radius: 9.5’’ Electrics: Obsidian Wire Precision Bass Wiring Harness http://obsidianwire.com/traditional-vintage-for-precision-bass/ Pickup: Kent Armstrong Hot Vintage Precision Tuners: Schaller Bass Tuners BML 4L Chrome Bridge: Gotoh 201 (Equivalent)
  6. If I take york5stringer's advice, I could book a seat next to me for the the bass instead of the missus
  7. I'm no expert by any means, but I do keep an eye on what vintage Fenders tend to go for, and I would say that £16,000 is a fair price for an instrument of this age and quality. If this is genuine and can be authenticated, I would say that it would be a great investment. I am so tempted, and I could take the missus to the States with me to pick it up personally, the saving on the shipping (855.29 USD) would go a long way to funding the trip.
  8. The first commercial release of the Precision bass was in October 1951, the neck is dated 5th May 1953 on this one, so this really is a museum piece. I want it!!!
  9. I've just been working out how much it would cost after duty and tax using "Simply Duty" at www.simplyduty.com/import-calculator/ Here's the result: £16,615.55 Importing a product classified with HS Code 9202.90.3000 to GB from US with a value of 18500.00 USD results in the following: Duty & Tax Charges Duty: 440.73 GBP (Rate of 3.2%) VAT: 2842.71 GBP (Rate of 20%) Total: 3283.44 GBP Your Total Landed Cost Calculation Value of Goods: 18500 USD Duty: 440.73 GBP VAT: 2842.71 GBP Shipping: 855.29 USD Insurance: 0 USD Total: 16615.55 GBP This calculated using an exchange rate: USD:GBP 0.71158
  10. I would happily tell she's in astonishing condition if she would allow me to buy this
  11. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-1953-Fender-Precision-Bass-w-gig-bag-EXC/162966628913?hash=item25f1916a31:g:m3MAAOSw4LdZ3aKd
  12. FENDER ROAD WORN JAZZ BASS - SUNBURST - 2013/14 Reduced to £775 Posted!!! No Trades Please!!! Another bass that has to go due to reducing my collection, it's in great condition and one of the best looking "roadworns" I've seen. You are welcome to try it out in Bridgnorth, Shropshire.
  13. Purchased a neck from Tom, it was very well packed and perfect for my little project. Many thanks
  14. Definitely great for a candlelight carol service! they are a godsend on badly lit stages as well. Yes the sound is very balanced across the strings, and the variety of tones is immense on these higher end Ibanez's.
  15. The LED's are down the edge of the board and are a sort of yellowy white, they look really nice and attract quite a few favourable comments. They are great for people of my age because my eyes aren't what they were. Here's a better pic.
  16. Brian purchased an Ibanez bridge from me and it couldn't have gone smoother, great communication and a very pleasant transaction throughout. Cheers.
  17. Your more than welcome to come round and try it MoJo
  18. Sold my American Standard Precision to Charla, great communication and a pleasure to deal with. Cheers Brian
  19. thebrig

    Kevsy71

    I can say that Kevin is a great person to deal with, great communication throughout. Highly recommended, and a great BC'er.
  20. Thanks for the heads up Roman, I shall look into it, and yes it is in great condition, I've seen some that look like they've been run over by a tank sell for £600 - £800 on eBay.
  21. IBANEZ SR1200 Premium with LED's and Gotoh Drop D Tuner SOLD!!! This bass in superb condition, with just a little belt rash on the back, it has a lovely slim neck which is very easy to play, weighs just 8 pounds, and balances nicely. It’s been upgraded with retrofit LED's from Martin Sims (£450), and also has a Gotoh Drop D tuner (£100). The sale includes the original Ibanez case which is also in superb condition, and even has the original booklet.. This really is a bargain, especially with over £500 worth of upgrades. I live in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, and you are welcome to come and try it out. It comes from a smoke and pet free home. Thanks for looking. Edited to say: No Trades Please
  22. Very light!!! This weighs exactly 7lb 8oz.
  23. Fender Road Worn 50's Precision Bass - Sunburst 2015/6 £795 Posted!!! SOLD!!! I'm having a proper clear out of most of my basses because I want to get down to just two gigging basses, I've sold quite a few recently and this is another that has got to go. It comes from a smoke and pet free home, and has not been gigged, so it's in great "roadworn" condition. If you can get over to Bridgnorth in Shropshire, you are welcome to try it out for yourself. The original Fender padded bag and all the case candy is included in the sale.
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