I so nearly bought one of these new before I saw reviews stating the weight, though seeing this bargain now makes me tempted again. But I have to remind myself that with a dodgy shoulder I struggle with my 9.9lb Harley Benton Les Paul alike guitar, so despite liking the sound and the look it rarely gets played. I fear this bass would suffer the same fate with me and end up wasted on my wall. Have a free bump, I'm hoping that somebody takes this off your hands soon to stop me umming and ahhing.