Burns-bass

Hopefully my thread hasn’t turned into too much of a social clubs and a Q&A session!

Still for sale, will entertain trades with boutique basses, classic Fenders and other wonderful things you may have.

Sensible cash offers welcome.

One of the reasons 5 strings are great is that you get access to the extended range that a lot of score writers use. Often composing on a keyboard involves using some really low notes.

5 strings are also slightly easier if you’re reading as you get a greater variety of notes in a smaller space, economising movement.

i play 4 strings, but am considering getting another 5.

8 minutes ago, stingrayPete1977 said:

I don't think anyone said it can't be? 

First rule of the internet: don’t take anything personally.

As requested I've added some trade options to the original listing.

This is an exceptional price for an incredible amp. I’m not sure if it’s acceptable, but perhaps this might warrant a head’s up on the DB section.

All Fenders left the factory with F hole covers. These are the original ones, with the non-recessed screw holes and the beautiful piece of 1964 foam still in place. 

8 hours ago, Count Bassy said:

For the live chicago version posted I tend to agree with you, but I thought the studio version released as a single was great ( I actually bought it at the time).

 

Good point. I’ve just listened to that version and it’s really good. So I stand corrected. I still think the original is better, but it is a very good cover.

4 minutes ago, steantval said:

Never been to a Wedding or your Aunties 50th Wedding Anniversary ? ?

I’ve been to a huge amount of weddings in the last few years but I’ve not heard the birdie song. 

As a child of the 80s I can only lament the sad loss of the Birdie Song.

2 minutes ago, steantval said:

So does The Birdy Song - proves nothing ?

I don’t go to the sort of places that play he Birdie Song.

The Chicago version is an indulgent, tedious and overblown cover of an insistent and arresting mod classic. 

Just now, steantval said:

Have you listened to the Chicago version, I personally think it's better.

It isn’t. The original is an absolute classic that I’ve seen fill dance floors for decades.

I grew up listening to rap, but then I've always seen the lineage back to the classic funk stuff in the 70s. 

Anyway, if you want a lesson in a moody, funk inspired bassline, there are few better than Dr Dre.

Cheers Mark, it was lovely to meet and chat. Hope you're enjoying the P Bass and are out gigging it.  

I’m just amazed you have time for all this with kids, I certainly don’t. 

Sounds like you made the right choice. 

I think £75 for a good set up is money well spent. Consider the cost of tools, overheads and expertise and it’s worth it. 

If it helps, I paid £600 for some double bass work today and a new pickup... (but I’d costed that into the purchase price).

8 hours ago, Hellzero said:

This also an interesting point, but that's not it.

Remember, I said that values are important.

In fact, it's so obvious that nobody seems to notice it, but you have to know Fender history quite well. It's always the smallest detail that will get you caught.

And yes AB is only a seller and nothing else, and I love to inquire even if it's not my job.

On that basis I’m going for the capacitor being the giveaway. 

20 hours ago, DituL said:

Hello,

what’s the exact weight please?

Thanks

On my fairly rudimentary scales the weight is exactly 4kg.

The only difference I can see is that paint has transferred from the body to the parts and matches exactly. This means those parts must have been there from the beginning. The assumption must be that the paint wasn't fully dry when it was built and so there was this transference. If this hasn't happened then perhaps the bass has been rebuilt? I could be wrong!

I'll weigh the bass later today and update the listing. I have just pulled it out for a quick few moments and it sounds and feels amazing.

It’s all good, I’m intrigued too! I checked the bass over myself according to my limited knowledge (and some insight and feedback from a Basschat legend) and the provenance is clear, as well as the history. This information here is really useful and should hopefully assure a potential buyer that this is a genuine and unchanged vintage Fender.

I’ve edited the description now and trust it meets your approval.

32 minutes ago, Chewie said:

I nearly bought this baby........  

Ended up with this.........

GLWTS

Is that a custom colour 66 with lollipop tuners? 

Ive got a candy apple red one and it’s incredible. Good choice.

It’s a semantic point, but I’d say immaculate for something that’s 54 years old. Now had I said ‘mint’ you’d have been right.

Ive changed it now to ‘fantastic condition’ - let’s hope that works.

Hi Chewie, it’s: L32525.

*Trade deal currently in progress*

I've come to a point where I'm looking to sell my 1964 Fender Jazz Bass.

It's in completely original condition (feel free to insert the superlative of your choice here). This is original to the scr ew, with the original case and pickup covers. It's a 'true' pre-CBS model with clay dots on the fretboard, super strong pickups and a genuinely fantastic build quality. 

It plays and sounds wonderfully. There's a little play wear (all pictured I hope), but the neck is almost blemish free and remarkably clean (this seems honest) and the fretboard is straight, clean as it was when it left the factory. Truss rod has never been turned (by me, but seemingly by nobody else either) and the bass has never been stripped down (this was confirmed by Kebo and David and I certainly haven’t taken it apart) the screws are tight and it feels right (I’ve owned many vintage Fenders, and you get a feeling).

Grey bottom pickups are all original too. The scratch plate has never been off the bass and I want to keep it that way, as it is immaculate (this one can stay, as the scratchplate genuinely is blemish free). You can black-light the finish to check its originality and I'm happy to provide provide more pictures if required. 

Period details are all correct (clay dots, pot dates, smaller screws on the scratchplate etc.)

I searched for years to find this one, but the truth is it's so beautiful, I rarely get to play it and instead leave it snugly secured in its case, instead preferring to play my '66 which is battered and bruised.

Take a look at the images here, and you'll get a good idea about this guitar. It's not mint (not immaculate either, see below), but all lighthearted joking aside it’s in very good condition (DM me if you disagree, but I think that’s fair enough).

History

I know the history of this bass, and can provide all details of provenance. I purchased it from Cotswold Bass Guitars as part of a trade earlier this year. David purchased it from Kebo Bass Works in the States who have confirmed this to me, and I have their written appraisal and feedback. They originally purchased it from the relatives of the original owner who sold it after his death. I can provide all of this to the new owner.

Terms

I won't send this of course, you'll need to come and take a look at it in person. I'm based in Bristol, and run my own business, so it's no problem to fit around you. Feel free to DM me. I'm not looking for trades on this as I need the money to invest in my business.

Why am I selling?

As I mention above, my business is growing and we've recently won some new contracts. I'll use the proceeds from this sale to invest, which is why I want a cash sale.

Price

Given I've always wanted one and searched long and hard for it, I know the value. I've advertised it for £8,995 which is a fair price in context what's out there in the market, but there's always a deal to be done. I've previously sold a number of high value guitars on here, and can supply references and whatever else you might need.

I've now reduced this to £8,750. This is one of the best condition examples for sale in the world at the moment.

Trades

I've had a couple of emails about this. I would be interested in a trade against a vintage Fender (has to be all original), possibly a Wal or other high end bass. I do need cash for the business, but if something will sell or I can enjoy it then I"m interested. This is a dream bass for someone, but I appreciate the cost is high.

Understand. The idea that talent is the ultimate deciding factor is flawed.

As I’m sure you know, the best jobs are offered to people who know people who know. 

Talent is important, but contacts are better. 

There’s no tension between the two. You can have both, or neither. Often thise with incredible ability have no passion.

Often those with limited ability have great contacts.

There’s no point worrying about what could have been, just enjoy what is.