michele

On hold, pending payment.

I've actually had a talk with a pro seller about the correct evaluation of this bass. Given the cosmetics I'm actually putting this up for sale again at 2200 GBP. Again, everything on the bass is totally functioning. The sound is killer and playability is top notch. Here's your chance of owning a vintage Ken Smith at a bargain price. Worth mentioning that for the next week or so the bass is in the UK so shipment for british guys (and gals) would be very convenient.

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Would discuss trades with cash adjustments as needed with the following: AVRI Fender P basses Roadworn P or J basses Vintage P basses

Had one of these. Stunning basses.

Still available. Realized the post lacked of a decent front pic of the beauty. Here it is... [attachment=253583:87 smith bt6.jpg]

Thanks. Yes it is.

***PRICE IS 2200 GBP*** Very reluctant sale but I'm probably a 4 string guy. Up for sale is my 1987 Ken Smith BT6. Five piece neck-through with tiger maple body wings and ebony fingerboard. The bass shows it has been played and for a reason: it's very resonant and have a deep, organic voice as you would expect from a 30 year vintage piece of art in the form of a musical instrument. The lacquer finish has gone from the rear of the neck making it the fastest smoothest and comfortable neck I've ever played. There are spots where the wood has worn, most noticeably in the "slap and pop" area under the C string, over the bridge pickup where the thumb rests and in the upper body area where the plucking arm rests. Nics and dings as you would expect from a bass that's being enjoyed for more than 30 years. Everything is perfectly functional, pickups, preamp, trussrod, tuners, bridge saddles etc. Setup with a very nice low action. Weight is 11 lbs/5 kgs and it comes in a Hiscox case. PRICE IS NOW GBP 2200 Eye candy: [attachment=252999:bt6_zpsc4312n5u.jpg] [attachment=253000:20170311_160018_zpscszmsg4n.jpg] [attachment=253001:20170311_160044_zpsod5gku0r.jpg] [attachment=253002:20170311_160050_zps8cmv8ktg.jpg] [attachment=253003:bt6backbis_zpsvqlfbnxg.jpg]

Have one of these with solid tiger maple body wings. Stellar basses. The macassar ebony top is really gorgeous. Price is ridicolous for the bass you get. Have a free bump.

Paying less than 1000 for this bass would be an insult. Free bump

And sold!

Bass is on hold pending payment. Our good friend Paul has made a hell of a deal! Thanks!

I once asked drummer extraordinair Gavin Harrison who were in his opinion the greatest bassists he had the pleasure working with. He first mentioned John Giblin, the other two being Mark King and Tony Levin. Just sayin... Have a free bump. Wonderful bass...

Thanks Mark! Ok guys, I've pull the trigger on a bass and I've been offered a part exchange SO before I trade the bass to the shop here's your opportunity to grab this beast for 1300 gbp or 1500 euros shipped. This is a 48h limited offer then the bass goes to the shop!

Thanks for the bump man, and yes you nailed it right. The piezo system alone (not present on Patitucci model) blended with the two pickups allows for multiple tonal nuances. Since you mentioned scale length and weight, I must add that: Weight is 5 kg, which is not bad at all for a 6 strings. This one as a swamp ash body sandwiched between maple tops (could be seen clearly in the right forearm resting area) so forget about those TRB Serie I all maple boat anchors! Aside from the fact that the difference from 34" to 35" is merely 1 mm per fret, for comfort I find way more important the neck profile and this one has a nice flat, thin profile that makes it a breeze to play even in the frets 1-5 region. Granted, I've had 33" scale basses that didn't played so effortless. [quote name='johnny1982' timestamp='1487240686' post='3238248'] Had one of those after selling my Trb 6 John Patitucci ( 6JP). In my humble opinion the 6p2 was better in every aspect - better electronic, better and more even tone across the fingerboard, less neck dive and actually practically no dead spots... Amazing sounding bass and built like a TANK! Probably the best non custom 6 string on the market if you can handle 35" and the weight Have a bump - GREAT bass! [/quote]

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Fantastic basses. Truly regret selling mine a couple of months ago. It's a pity trade isn't an option. Have a free bump

Sorry man, i've decided to keep it.