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Rick's Fine '52

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  1. Depends what it is? Brass strap buttons? Just replace like for like with new versions, and leave the originals in the case, then give the new owner the choice if you decide to sell. Shouldn't affect the value if the holes aren't altered. Even on a vintage Fender, which I'm assuming this isn't, if a part is no longer functional, then you need to replace it. If your concerned about original appearances, try and be as sympathetic as possible with the replacement bits. Simple as that.
  2. Ha, maybe not! I didn't mention the price. We may all have our opinion on that. Prices listed, and actual sale prices can sometimes vary a bit (Not hugely though on rare items in my experience). If they want £17k for a '57 though, then £23k for this is probably proportionately right. Its all relative isn't it. These are rare things, and seldom turn up, especially in the UK. Another dealer in London has a '55 Precision for over £16k, so again, its relatively comparable. In my experience, they (All of them) list with high prices, which, if you have interest in something this scarce, will prompt contact from you, and start dialogue. If I wanted a '52 Precision, and somebody listed one at £50k, it wouldn't put me off making contact, and starting a discussion, despite me having no intention of paying £50k. You might see one '51-'53 Blackguard Precision available every couple of years on these shores, so its normal to list high on such things, as there isn't a regular stream of comparable recent sales to gauge market value. It's probably on consignment anyway, and the owner may have an expectation of what he wants, add 20% to that and it bumps up their retail listing. Having said that, I don't think the price is a million miles away as a package (From a London shop), although I'd want to see the bridge area of the body with that cover off! This particular seller is known for high price listings though.
  3. Its a nice one, I've seen many better, although I imagine the reason the bridge cover is on the wrong way is because its been like that a while, and the fading to the body shows through, and it looks terrible corrected. Seen a few like that, and they look awful. The rare thing with this one is the case though. Uber rare.
  4. Fab bass in the OP, I have a near mint '53, it looks like its never been played, the neck is brand new. Investment wise, you can't go wrong, the best examples of the rarest things will always appreciate. And you get the pleasure of owning and playing it in the meantime. Here's mine;
  5. Mike, sincere apologies for the slow response, sine the basschat changeover, my notifications were turned off, so didn't pick this up, you must have thought me somewhat rude! Here's the pedal. To be honest I don't know how scarce these are. you wouldn't think so, as they probably came with all the heads back in the day? https://imgur.com/a/TTFjd
  6. Lovely, I have an identical Bassman. That price is fantastic too, so have a bump from me, someone is going to be very happy with this vintage blonde loveliness!
  7. Nice ACC type bump!
  8. Nice, best looking bass I've seen on here for a looong time. Sunburst, Dot & Bound neck, lollipops. Lush. Bump worthy GLWTS
  9. Always welcome.
  10. Latest purchase, 220 Head and 402 cab. I love the slimline cab, some of the others are just too deep and bulky, but this is a great little rig. All original, and fab condition. Has the wooden pedal too.
  11. Fabulous bass, nice grain too, congrats, I love these single coil contoured P's, very similar to my '55.
  12. Quiet morning, so thought I'd dust off some of the gear, and give them a spin, here's a bunch of my '61 stuff, and their various bits of case candy.
  13. Nice early one. Bump worthy. GLWTS
  14. Met up with Mark today, to handover my Tweed Bassman he'd bought, couldn't have gone to a nicer bloke. Can only echo what others have said, it's all good. Enjoy the amp.
  15. [quote name='dodgnofski' timestamp='1507215608' post='3383994'] Wonderful, beautiful sounding amps Had one from the mid 70's through to the mid 80's - sounded sooooo good through various cabs and never missed a beat (unlike me) In fact if memory serves, I may still have the dedicated beautifully crafted, wood finish footswitch to switch the graphic in and out, up in the attic somewhere - eeeeeek!! What are the dimensions and the weight by the way? - nooooooo get thee behind me o Satan of GAS - type bump [/quote] Thanks for the interest.....but.....,I've just decided, this afternoon in fact, to withdraw it. Someone contacted me about a matching cab, and made me an offer I simply couldn't refuse, so a quick spin up the motorway, and back, and it now has its partner, a 402 cab. 2x15 original white dome speakers, no tampering, fab condition, and much slimmer than I thought. Just got it home; [url="http://"]http://[/url]
  16. [quote name='itsmedunc' timestamp='1507071236' post='3383214'] I might be misreading the ad but how much is it reduced to? Can only see the original price? [/quote] £395.
  17. [quote name='BassBod' timestamp='1507114960' post='3383366'] Been counting pennies, but not looking hopeful. Quick question - what's the pickup? [/quote] So, bit of a brucey bonus here, had a look, and its a Seymour Duncan pickup, hand signed, which is scarce in itself. I've added pics to the listing, and here. Probably £120+ alone, having just done some googling! I'm selling a few things, and the first that sells will mean the rest are withdrawn, as need some quick readies. This was due to be a fab relic bass, and still could be. Don't dally if you're interested, this is a fab deal for someone, if I say so myself! http://
  18. [quote name='itsmedunc' timestamp='1507137954' post='3383582'] Thanks for the update. Very very tempting... [/quote] You're welcome. I'm selling a few things at the moment, and the first one that sells will mean the rest are withdrawn, so don't dally. This is a grand cheaper than the only other one for sale anywhere, and if i didn't need some quick readies, it would be double this price. This is a crazy price for an extraordinary, and rarely seen amp. PM me, as I may be able to reduce a tad more for a quick sale.
  19. £395. I changed the price using full editor, but it hasn't appeared. Apologies.
  20. [quote name='owen' timestamp='1507065651' post='3383180'] Pic of the front? [/quote] Sorry Owen, it was there....re-added to the post, and here; [url="http://"]http://[/url]
  21. Handmade Fender Precision Body. 1954-1957 Shape, contour body, through body stringing. The body has the period correct large string ferrules, not perfectly aligned, as most originals, and they sit flush. This feature is rare, as 99% you see have the smaller ferrules that have the proud flange. Nitro finish 2-tone sunburst, totally correct shading balance to front and rear. The finish is already starting to craze and check nicely. It was sold as a Clive Brown body, (neck pocket is dated CB-00) but I have no provenance. I haven't tried to force the ageing, I'll leave that to the next owner. 2-saddle bridge with steel barrels Single ply white pickguard CTS pots dated 1998, cloth wiring. Chrome control plate and knobs. Hand signed Seymour Duncan pickup, cloth wraps. Single screw maple thumbrest, painted black. Strap buttons Switchcraft jack and ferrule unit. This bass just needs a neck, probably around £100, and its ready to go. Priced to sell, as need some readies for another purchase. Prefer collection from Northants, but could ship within the UK at cost, probably about £12?? (Could maybe deliver to West Mids) This is a fully vintage correct spec, loaded body, with nitro finish. http:// [url="http://"]http:// " class="ipsImage" /> [url="http://"]http://[/url]
  22. If you're looking, then you probably know about these legendary amps. Acoustic Control Corporation 220 Head http:// The Acoustic 220 is a solid state bass guitar amplifier, good for live or studio. It has 160 watts of power and has connections for a speaker in the back as well as for your instrument in the front - one at 0 db and one at -15 db. It's not too hard to use the Acoustic 220, but there's still a good amount of control here, including a fantastic equalizer. The main controls are knobs for volume, treble, midrange, and bass, but it also has a five band graphic equalizer for extra control. Not looking to ship this ideally. Collection from Northampton or Birmingham. Great condition. Unsure on price, so PM with any comment or offer on that. Thanks
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