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[quote name='warwickhunt' post='800800' date='Apr 9 2010, 01:08 PM']Shame my set hadn't arrived this morning as I'd have probably had the full set and the singles off you.. need to see how they'd fit the Bolin. [/quote] From the other posts, I can see you've had fun finding strings for your Bolin. See how you go with the first set, and the we can discuss the singles if you feel they are the strings for you-hoo. PS Hope you got my mail saying they were being posted today. If not, my apologies.

Set of Rotos for 5 string bass. New and completely unused. I think I bought them last year. £13 posted in UK [attachment=46804:P4070015.JPG]

After the initial deluge of requests Ive got only one set left. The outer sleeves of this set are tatty, but each string is in a cellophane inner and is the same unused condition as before. I'll throw in a loose extra 1st , if anyone wants this set. £16.50 posted to UK, as before Also have a few singles at £3.50 each : 2x1st, 2nd, 4x3rd or £17.50 the lot posted

[quote name='BassBod' post='799189' date='Apr 7 2010, 08:35 PM']I'd guess those are Picato's from the early 70's???[/quote] They say BMS strings on them. Thats all I can find

Fastest response ever.....NOW ON HOLD for deaver.

Archaeological find from my cupboard. Black flatwounds. Unused, (never mounted on a bass), in original packaging, and the strings inside appear to be in excellent condition. Suspect these strings are from a long time ago (....anyone date them ?) £6.50 posted in the UK anyone ? [attachment=46693:P4060012.JPG][attachment=46694:P4060010.JPG][attachment=46692:P4060002.JPG][attach ment=46696:P4060005.JPG]

PS I've suffered for many years as an inveterate hoader, keeping things 'just in case'. Anotherdig has unearthed other sets of bass strings, some new , some ancient. I'll post them here when I get the time.

My goodness ! I'm obviously selling 'em too cheap ! ....now form an orderly queue please.......... I'll PM everyone who's asked, and distribute on a first come first served basis.....

Having a clearout of my cupboards and I came across a few sets of these. They are unused, and I've had them in store for many years, but they've been kept warm and dry and the strings seem to be in perfect condition, although packets are a little crumpled. They retail for £38-£43, so I thought £16.50 a set (postage included) would be a good bargain for anyone wanting to try these classic strings. [attachment=46576:Set.JPG][attachment=46577:single_string.JPG][attachment=46579:set_2.JPG]

[quote name='richardd' post='790271' date='Mar 30 2010, 09:19 AM'] To The Top [/quote] Nordy, Aguilar and Valenti combined for £800 ? A bargain in my opinion. I can vouch for Richard as a great guy to trade with. (.......do I get my commission now please ?)

[quote name='ialma' post='786922' date='Mar 26 2010, 01:42 PM']no interest for this lovely Gibson ?[/quote] It's a really lovely bass but you might be asking a little too much. The special is not the carved top LP standard that sells around £1500 new. These modern Gibbos , although they are great basses and not common, just dont seem to command high prices these days. Suggest you search the web for a price. Just a suggestion as you asked if there was a problem. Good luck !

[quote name='Schnozzalee' post='786978' date='Mar 26 2010, 02:38 PM']Hmm, dithering a lil bit on this. Didn't realise the USA models were that rare in the UK Lakland problem all over again...[/quote] Our local 'Academy of sound' chain had stacks of USA G&Ls for sale a few years ago, and so there's loads of owners in the Midlands. However, they are such versatile basses, I think people are hanging onto them, and the ones you now see for sale are usually Tributes Nice bass, nice colour ! Tempted myself. Good luck !

[quote name='loudandclear' post='769952' date='Mar 10 2010, 12:27 AM']Hi - is that a brass nut on the fretted neck ? thanks[/quote] ...and the scratchplate looks very clean for a bass of this age. If its matt black, as it looks, then could it be an aftermarket replacement ? My Pre EB ray of this age has a gloss black plate. Theres a nice bass though and 2 necks make it really versatile

How many pickups ???? If they do an HHH version they'll have to site them on the neck ! A very pretty bass though. How does it hang ? There's not much of a top horn so I guess the neck hangs low ?

[quote name='walbassist' post='740082' date='Feb 9 2010, 03:57 PM']bump[/quote] Great to see another bass player who also a bouzouki player, or are you soon to be an ex bouzouki player ? Bump for a very fine instrument.

[quote name='ricbass' post='689612' date='Dec 20 2009, 11:22 AM']£600.[/quote] Bump for a great bass, and one Ive considered myself. You might want to reconsider the price as Coda music are now offloading them for £599 . See [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380187204384&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123"]Coda music[/url] Cheers Colin

..........just can't buy and more! 15 really is getting a bit silly now......... Lovely bass ! Keep it, dont worry, it's normal. Learn to live with the addiction and add an extension to your house !

What a stunning instrument ! Was the original description [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=35352&hl=skjold"]Skjold[/url] or is this a different bass ? Be interested to know how it sounds with those EMGs.

Do keep an eye on the local Ad Mag paper as well as local classified sites such as AdTrader and Gumtree . Local thieves are often so stupid they advertise locally. I hope you find your treasured baby Good luck .

[quote name='richardrickenbacker' post='520841' date='Jun 22 2009, 03:47 PM']Hi Guys (and Girls) Have got a good condition left handed 1978/9 (ish) Kramer 650B bass with Aluminum neck and bad ass bridge. Plays good, looks good. Would keep it myself but I am not left handed and would be looking to off load it to a good home so it could actually be played. Will consider any trade for right handed bass, guitars, bass amps or electric drum kit. Will post pictures this week. Rich[/quote] The 650B is a beautiful bass - aluminium and exotic woods - and a delight to play. A left handed one cant be common. You should classify it under bass porn ! Cant wait to see the pics.

These are FAB !! Ive had one and they are very high quality instruments. They were Yam's top 5 stringer back then, superbly built, and everything was top notch from the quilted maple to the ebony fingerboard to the NE preamp which gives a range of good tones. Not a raw rock bass but does smooth pure and sophisticated in spades. Lovely smooth finished fingerboard, I found mine an absolute delight to play. PS Youve got some nasty looking dings on the fence there........nothing too much on the bass though. PPS have I earnt my pint yet ?

[quote name='thisnameistaken' post='473833' date='Apr 27 2009, 10:59 PM']These basses do not appear that often for sale and there is a reason for that. They are essentially a fraction of the price of a US equivalent, but produce the same sound, excellent build quality and investment potential.[/quote] Que ?.........but arent there loads of MIJs from this era in the UK ? Or am I missing something ? I knew a man who had six (no names mentioned !). After the JV era the electrics were'nt considered to be up to USA standards, hence I guess the Dimarzios. It looks a nice basss with a lovely sunburst , but am I the only one who thinks those 80's cream p/u covers on Dimarzios dont match anything ? Yes Im probably the only one........... Good luck with the sale