Christian Topman

Hello, very interested, not great at these forams. Can I contact direct?

A beautifully made instrument by Colin Cross in 2008 - The instrument is in top condition and looking amazing having recently been professionally cleaned and polished by Koplin Violins of York. I had the bass for sale a few years ago, then began to use it much more! Open to serious offers. If you'd like to try it set up with particular strings, please get in touch. The Instrument features 3/4 size flat back bass. A 39 inch stop length for tremendous ease in left hand playing. Irving Sloane Machine Heads, the finest geared machines in the world. Very slender shoulders for easy access to the high register. A truss rod in the neck for extra support. A slim neck for left hand comfort. Highly figured seasoned flamed maple for superior tone, and an ebony fingerboard. The sound of this bass is exceptional, with very deep rounded growling low notes and excellent clear high notes, with all registers speaking very quickly and clearly due to the flatback. It has played in well and has been used on an extensive number of gigs and on a wide variety of music. This would make an ideal instrument for a soloist in either jazz or classical music due to the combination of rich tone and the speed and ease with which it can be played through the entire register. It would also suit someone with smaller hands or anyone who feels that they “fight” with a larger bass. This bass produces a loud and full sound without having to have a high action, and is very easy to intonate accurately on. LOB (length of back) - 108cm (42.5in) Width across upper bouts - 47.75cm (19.5in) Width across middle bouts - 35cm (13.75in) Width across lower bouts - 63cm (24.75in) Depth of lower ribs inc both plates - 19.8cm (7.8in) String length - 99.1cm (39in) Price - £12,000 ono. Feel free to come and try in out in person in York - call 07773 799763

[size=4][font=Arial][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]Colin Cross Solo Double Bass. Built in 2008 for Jon Thorne (Lamb). A flat back 3/4 solo instrument. Amazing sound and playability.[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]The Bass features: Highest quality seasoned spruce top and flamed maple sides and back.[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]Adjustable Bridge Top quality Irving Sloane Machines[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]A thin neck for easy playability [/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]A truss rod holding the neck perfectly straight[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]A short 39 1/2 inch stop length making intonation as easy as it gets - access to the upper register is a breeze for the solo player[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Currently set up with medium Spirocore E and A, Eva Perrazzi D and G[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Measurements:[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Lower Bout - 25" (65cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Upper Bout - 19 1/2" (49.5cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Length of Back - 43" (109cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Stop Length - 39 1/2" (100.5cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]The instrument is small and very easy to play, especially in the high register. Built for, so ideally suited to a soloist. The sound is precise, tight and very "growly" in the lower register. The sound is perfectly even over the full register of the instrument without any dead or wolf notes.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]It has had one small cosmetic repair carried out by Koplin Violins of York. They have also recently carried out a full professional polish and setup.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]The list value of the bass is £18,000 which would cover the build of a replacement.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]This is an exceptional instrument and has been a pleasure to own and play. I am happy to provide more information, photos, and recordings of the bass on request. It is a working instrument, small and light so easy to transport.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]The bass has been busy and can be heard in recordings by John Smith, Martha Tilston, and more Recently Chris Helme (Seahorses)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]It is a very reluctant sale - I am now using an older bass, less valuable, and cannot justify owning both. Please get in touch if you want to try it.[/size][/font][/font][/size] [size=4][font=Arial][font=Helvetica][size=3]Many thanks for looking.[/size][/font][/font][/size] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/uploads/monthly_03_2014/post-22853-0-99038100-1393952093.jpg"][/url] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/uploads/monthly_03_2014/post-22853-0-18200700-1393952087.jpg"][/url] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/uploads/monthly_03_2014/post-22853-0-05225500-1393961616.jpg"][/url] [sharedmedia=core:attachments:156820]

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[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1395059019' post='2398085'] "The time will come when the 1999/2005 Fender US basses are revered as some of the best Fender made." [/quote] Why? What happened in to lift quality in that period?

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Hi Alex, I'm in York. Not sure what it would cost to post, but £160 for the amp packed and insured post would do it. Regards, Christian

[size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]For Sale and almost new Ampeg PF350 Head.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I bought this to cover when both my amps went down and were away for repair. Now everything as it should be so its surplus to requirements. Very small and light. I used it with my Gallien Krueger[color="#000000"] MBX112 which made a great combination.[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]It comes with case which I modified to make it easy to carry around.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Full tech spec here;[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]http://www.thomann.de/gb/ampeg_pf_350_portaflex.htm[/font][/size] Will attach photos in daylight!

Anyone know Nigel Slee? great Leeds Bass Player. Used to cycle around leeds in all weather, up and down hills with his double bass strapped to his back. This bass for sale is a bargain.....it really is exceedingly loud!!!

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Price reduction to £45 inc postage, I now want rid!

The sale includes a padded gig bag and guitar strap.

http://basschat.co.uk/topic/231422-bass-collection-sgc-nanyo-sb310-series/

I bought this bass a few years ago on account of it being so light weight. I was doing lots of travelling on a bicycle from school to school teaching. I am no longer doing that, so it just hangs on the wall. These basses were built in Japan....I don't know why they stopped making them, but they are generally considered to be a lot of bass for not much cash. The bass features A great sound (if you like that 80's 90's punchy jazz bass like sound) A very fast and slim neck Good quality hardware and pickups Very light weight (approx 7lbs) Active electronics with treble and bass boost The bass has a few knocks and dings which I have tried to picture. Missing a knob which I will replace. Currently strung with Didario Flats. I have always thought better suited to the taller player (which I am not) on account of the very small body which makes the neck stick out further to the left. Anyway, there it is. A perfect little slap funky machine for somebody. Im in York if you would like to try it. [attachment=156919:IMG_0736.jpg] [attachment=156920:IMG_0737.jpg] [attachment=156921:IMG_0738.jpg] [attachment=156922:IMG_0739.jpg] [attachment=156923:IMG_0740.jpg] [attachment=156924:IMG_0741.jpg] [attachment=156925:IMG_0742.JPG] [attachment=156926:IMG_0743.jpg]

Yes, I'll get some pics up. I need to move the bass on in any case. I'm going to list it separately for £180 If you think it might suit your needs, I'd do the bass + £100, each to sort out postage. Good luck either way, Cheers, Christian

I bought these strings only last week. Its a combination I always have liked with something softer on the D and G. I assumed I would like that characteristic growl on a large french bass recently acquired! I was very wrong, the tension completely choked the instrument and I hated them, so they came straight off again! Effectively brand new - if you are reading this, you know what they are like. I'm asking £60 for the pair which includes posting to UK. Cheers, Christian

Hi, I am very tempted to invest. I love these basses - recently got an american special and have set it up for purpose. I'd would love a second with alternative set up. I was over at Harrogate playing Charlie's place the other day - had I seen this earlier, I'd have been in touch to drop in and have a look. Will consider the coffers !!! and get back to you. If I'm too late, my loss...... Bump!!!!