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Thanks for the input folks.... Also had a few questions about weight and string spacing, so putting this here for people.... I don't have anything to get an accurate measurement, but String spacing appears to be 19mm, though it certainly doesn't feel a stretch like some 19mm spacings I've played. The sdeign of the bridge would also suggest that string spacing may be adjustable, but I have never tried to adjust this. Its very comfortable and natural feeling as it is. Weight is also hard to do accurately, but my scales are suggesting about 4kg. Regards G!

Thank you for the input... Now you mention the walnut, that rings a bell. I think the other one is more likely Padauk rather than Rosewood, but I am unsure? I also think you could be right about the Wenge fretboard, though its not like Warwick Wenge where its all rough etc, its jolly nice. Cheers G!

Oh yes, it also has hipshot tuners, and one of the previous owners decided to put a drop tuner on the B string... It works great and holds the tuning as good as the other strings, but its not something I'd have done, but hey... There it is! Cheers G!

Up for sale is my Elrick platinum single cut 5 string. Its been a brilliant bass... I believe its a 2008 model, but cannot be certain? I've owned it for about three years and never had an issue with it at all. Its gonna be a hard one to let go! Features are... 35" Scale, though having a zero fret feels closer to a 34" scale than any 35"er I've played before.... Aguilar 3 band preamp - Volume and pan and Bass/Mid/Treble - Active/passive and mid scoop switches Lundgren single coil pickups with wooden (Wenge?) pickup covers - I received the bass with these fitted, and am very impressed with the sound. Quite similar character to Bartolini pickups. Having never heard of Lundgren pickups before, I was a little unsure, but these have sounded so good for anything I have needed them for. They are a small Dutch custom company. The main body wings are swamp ash, so the bass is very light weight. Maple neck. I can't really tell you much about the rest of the woods as I am uncertain what they are? I think the top is some sort of spalted maple (or Buckeye Burl has been suggested below), and have no idea with the fretboard (Wenge perhaps?)? Heel tone block could be Walnut and Padauk/Rosewood? Perhaps someone can say if they know? I will try and contact Elrick and see what they have to say? All in all for the age of the bass its in excellent condition... It does have signs of age as any used instrument would, however there is nothing to stand out as problematic? No real scratches or heavy dings... Anything it does have are minor and hard to spot and photograph. Given the cost of this bass, I would ask any interested party to come and play the bass first. I may be able to meet you if its within reasonable driving distance of Sheffield. It will be pickup only also due to the cost. It comes with a Hiscox light flite case. The case itself has a minor crack on the lid corner... The case still serves its function and protects the bass. I wouldn't fly with this particular case in cargo hold (this is where the crack happened with a different bass inside), but for running around day to day from gig to gig it is more than good! I trust these Hiscox cases after 20 years of using them (not endorsed, though could do with being! ). Frets are in great condition. Also has holes for Straplocks (Dunlop I believe?) I don't have the strap parts for then, but can see if I can find them, but they are available online. It doesn't have any traditional strap buttons, so you will need these if you opt for this bass. Price is firm. These go for north of £4000 to £5500 nowadays new. I would consider trades for high end basses, but need some cash to me in the deal as well. Shuker 5, Sei bass Flamboyant 5, Goodfellow/GB Rumour 5, Stingray 5, Lightwave 5, Maruszscyk Sputnik/Joker 5's, etc will be considered as partial trades. Any basses ideally 34" scale 5 strings, but we can see? Message me to discuss any potential trades?

Price dropped to £1650.

Had a couple of people asking me about string spacing... I am unable to measure it accurately, but with a tape measure I am getting it between 18mm and 19mm at the bridge. I'm also a little bit negotiable on the price, and quite flexible, so if you wanted to split it into two paytments over two months for instance, talk to me? Bass would only be 'released' once its paid for, but I want to be flexible where I can if it helps? Regards G!

Overwater 5 string J Bass Prototype 5 string for sale or trade. *Final Price drop to £1400* Here we have an unique bass which is a prototype for a mid priced bass range that Overwater were exploring back around 2012. The range was to sit between the top of the range custom series and the low priced 'Overwater by Tanglewood' range. The series never came into fruition, but this prototype was one of a handful that were sold after their development. The rear of the headstock is signed by Chris May (more on that shortly). Made in England at Overwater's headquarters in Carlisle, it features a John East preamp, and Overwater's own standard J hum-cancelling pickups. The output is pretty 'hot' but not aggressive. Sounds amazing. Body wood appears to be Alder but I cannot confirm this. Neck wood is maple with a maple fretboard with inlays (possible Rosewood?) Feel of the neck is smooth and although a 35" scale neck, very easy to play. Weighs around 3.7 kgs, so not light, but definitely not heavy. Condition is really good, with only a couple of very minor light nicks. I've tried to put pics of them up, but they really are minor. As you may note, the signature and serial number look a little odd... It would appear as though a previous owner has tried to rub down the finish on the neck, then realised they were rubbing off Chris' signature, so then painted a varnish over them (hence the mild smudging). I have spoken to Chris May (Overwater owner) and verified with him that this is in fact his signature, and not a forgery. He took the liberty of explaining the bass origins. Comes with a Hiscox Lite flite case. The case has a crack on one corner (a different bass was in this case when it happened, and was unharmed) , though being a HIscox, is still structurally sound, and still fully useable in general use (though I'd not recommend sending it through any airlines cargo holds). It does its job and protects the contents as it should in everyday use. This is a fantastic playing and sounding bass, but its just not 'me'. Trades wise, I would consider 5 strings, something along the lines of Sei bass, Goodfellow, Shuker, etc, or maybe a Lakland or Musicman Stingray 5. Not interested in Fender or Gibson. May also consider Markbass or Vanderkley 2 x 10 cabs plus cash difference? Must all be in good condition and good working order to be considered. Pickup only from Sheffield, though I may be able to meet within reasonable distance. Sometimes I am around the Liverpool and Kendal areas too. The bass is in full working order and I have tried to describe anything that needs mentioning in as much detail as I can, however, please note this bass is sold as seen with no returns. If you wish to try the bass before to confirm all is in order, then you are welcome to contact me.

I have a top spec Shuker Series II six string I am looking to trade for a 5 if you are possibly interested? Same kinda value. Message me to discuss if you do? Cheers G!

What Pre is in this one? Any other info you can divulge? Case? Cheers G!

If I can sell my other bass I would be very interested in this! Can't get enough Shukers!! Cheers G!

Did this ever sell? Cheers G!

Was rather tempted by this bass myself... Remember seeing Eudes Beauty in the flesh when Jon was finishing it off when I went to pick up one of my Shukers.... Absolutely stunning bass in typical Shuker fashion! I think I need another Shuker in my life!?! Regards G!

Cool... I'll attempt to PM you to discuss...

I was keen on both, but with lockdown, Hereford is just not possible. Would you be able to post this last one safely? Cheers G!

Where are you based, and pics will definitely help a lot?

Almost identical to my one! A stunning bass I was very glad to get my hands on! Good luck with the sale!

Where are you based? Assume they are 8 Ohm each? Any pics? Cheers G!

Oh, and if I remember correctly, teh string spacing was 19mm. However, the neck is very flat and thin in depth, so it is very comfortable and easy to play. I've played 16mm necks that were far harder to play than this. I do not remember what the trim pot is for unfortunately? Cheers G!

I'll fill in some blanks, as this used to be my bass... Jon built it as a display bass for a show in Germany back in 2003/4.... I purchased it while he was still finishing it off, so I got to choose some of the specs that were still to be decided. They are Seymour Duncan soapbars, and as far as I knew, the pre was also a 3 band SD, though what is pictured definitely looks more like Jon's own custom pre (I have Jons pre in my current bass too, and it is great!)? I had this bass for maybe 2 years or so, before Norburybrook bought it from me. In that time that I had it, it travelled to Cape Town and back. It was mint when it left my hands, and I believe still is in excellent shape. I only sold it due to an ongoing back injury, so the weight was too much for longer gigs, however, its not especially heavy for a 6, though by no means light. Wish I could have bought it back myself! The fretboard is Phenollic, so its very hard wearing, and gives off quite a bit of top zing to the notes. Woods are Burl maple top and back, Wenge body and neck, and Padouk fillets/stringers. The build quality is truly stunning, so much so that it inspired me to buy a further 3 Shuker basses over the years, one of which I still play today. This bass also featured on Jon's promo brochure for a while, on the front page. Hope that helps add some info. Its truly a stunning bass, up there with the best of them! Regards G!

I'd have taken this already if I could have gotten to you, but currently not possible. Maybe I can make a plan soon?! Regards! G!