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Now sold thanks

My clearout due to moving country continues... with that in mind - no trades please.

Up for sale is the newly re-fretted Aria SB-Elite II / SB-ELT / SB-RSZ

Model history:

so here is what I know of the history behind this model(thanks to @Fionn for this info!):

when it was first released, they called it the SB-Elite II, but changed it to SB-ELT shortly after, so it wouldn’t be confused with a previous model named  SB-Elite II. Anyway, Rudy Sarzo was playing one, so when they got him to endorse it they renamed it the SB-RSZ. All. 3 different names in only 3 years of production. Meanwhile, in Japan, they called it the SB-800 the whole time, despite the fact that there was already a bolt-on single pickup model with that name....

Bass History:

Anyway, back to this particular bass - it was originally fretted but somewhere along the line became a fretless which is how I bought it back in 2018. I had it professionally refretted by a local luthier (Tony Wright of Lakestone Guitars) so it is now back in it's original form. Whilst it was being refretted I took the hardware and got it shot-blasted to get rid of the tarnish on the gold hardware - the hardware now has a nickel-like finish which looks much nicer IMO. It isnt perfect though - the gold finish was heavily tarnished and so the shot-blasting worked well but in a couple of small areas it went a bit further so there are some areas where that are slightly unsightly - I am being picky here as this is a 30+ year old bass but I want to be as honest as possible. The bass in general is in very good condition for its age but again there are a few little bumps and knocks commensurate with normal use - certainly not abuse! I have tried to capture all of these in the photos so please study them carefully - there is nothing of any real significance other than a slight crack near the jack - the bass is rock solid, everything works perfectly including the truss rod and electronics. All the pots and switches have been cleaned and work  perfectly.

Did I mention this bass sounds epic? Not to mention versatile, despite being passive! It features VVT controls and two coil tap switches to give you plenty of tonal varieties to chose from. The natural tone of this bass is quite bright and clear with a hot output.

The bass is all original and I believe the case is also original to the bass. There is a small screw missing from the control cavity cover but otherwise it is complete and fully functioning. The same luthier that refretted it has just given it a pro setup with new Warwick Red Label strings.

The ergonomics are excellent - perfect access to all frets , comfortable playing standing or sitting thanks to the body shape and contours. This bass weighs exactly 4kg and the balance is as perfect as it gets. The neck has a jazz neck feel to it - ie thin and fast.

I think that covers all of it - if you have any questions please let me know.

Worldwide shipping available at cost - I have a box to pack the bass and case in to for added protection.

Detailed photos here - please check these for the not so pretty bits!:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/chfjsuMRjE1n4kJKA

Thanks guys - yes i can courier - probably around £5 though

On 26/09/2020 at 10:39, will4bass said:

Thanks Bokkie! I think they are: 'made in Germany' it says. The bass is 100% original and this is what Alembic used back then. Maybe they still do on their models, I don't know actually. Ido know I am the first owner and never changed a thing!

Beautiful bass! Love that birdseye maple! They are definitely Schaller tuners - that is their logo on the back and they look like every other Schaller tuner - the good news is they are excellent tuners!

One of my dream basses! Thank god im downsizing otherwise i would have this.

Note to seller - have a look at Transferwise.com as a cheaper and better alternative to Paypal for international transfers/payments. Ive used it a couple of times including on here when selling my Streamer Stage II and it is brilliant - better exchange rates and much lower fees than PayPal.

GLWTS!

Amazing! Love the colour and rare to see a coloured wick from this era with an actual serial number!

SoundCloud link doesnt work for. Beautiful bass, GLWTS!

Unbelievably gorgeous Thumb! One of the best ive seen and ive owned many and spent many hrs looking at them online!

Glwts!

1 hour ago, dejan said:

...here's a link to a video recorded with this beautiful bass...hope You enjoy!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9YRBPiAuEY&ab_channel=DavideDejana

Incredible looking and sounding bass not to mention incredible playing!

Both premiums now sold

8 hours ago, Useless amateur said:

Do you still have the £30 premium bag? Is it for a guitar or a bass please? Excuse my ignorance

 

Jon

Hi Jon, yes i still have that one - it is for a bass as are all of the gigbags in this listing just to clarify.

Chris

Can post - cost is £8

On 18/09/2020 at 11:43, floFC said:

This is actually a Speaker cable, right?

Yeah sorry, it is a speaker cable - i have updated the listing. I mean they are all interchangeable but obviously the length of this one means its only good as a patch or speaker cable 

1 hour ago, Nibody said:

I'd be interested in the Premium (1) OR one of the standards if its still available. Have yo be posted as we are in Rona self isolation hell (thanks kids)

Hi, no probs, all are still available. Please PM me.

Thanks

Chris

16 hours ago, Angel said:

I'm on the lookout for a quality gig bag but I'm a zillion miles from Dudley unfortunately!

hi mate, just checked and I have found some boxes so I can post these at £8 ea

Thomann Accoustic Guitar Gigbag, used but in good condition only £10!

Collection from Dudley DY3

Warwick Rockbags in used but very good condition -

*update* only 2 x standards left!

Im not sure of the exact model/name but there are 2x what I think are the standard(not the budget) bags - selling for £20 each

collection from Dudley DY3 please

can post @ £8ea

Standards(£25EA):

Premium1(£35) - now sold

Premium2(£30):

3-way bass/guitar rack, very good used condition. Can be folded up/ collapsed

£10 - collection from Dudley DY3

Monster Cable 500 Prolink Performer Speaker Cable 1/4" Jacks - 3ft in length, £10 inc post to most UK mainland addresses

10 hours ago, LukeFRC said:

i see you're input and raise you.... https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/181108334549003--fender-custom-shop-post-modern-p-bass-black-burst-spalted-maple 

Sorry but I think the Skjold gets you more ugly for your £s😋

Quite frankly this is a give away price for a quality Japanese bass

Collection only from Dudley DY3 please.

Good used condition - no issues. Loads of features and a great sound thanks to what I believe is a Celestion speaker, for very little money. Lightweight(30KG) but also has castors.

No trades thanks as im moving country

1 minute ago, Newfoundfreedom said:

I used to have a Warwick Thumb double buck in the same colour. It was a beauty. If I had £850 going spare I'd take your arm off.

Sadly, as I'm sure it's the case with most people. Money is tight at the minute. 

Wow ive never heard of a Thumb $$ - was it a custom? I can only imagine how epic that would have sounded!

Yeah i guess the economic climate isnt ideal at the moment - i just need to be patient.

Hopefully that video i just added will help to pique peoples interest😉

On 06/09/2020 at 15:40, MarkusWarwick said:

Beauty!

Thanks Markus. Im surprised at the lack of interest so far - thought the price was pretty keen for a German made Streamer...

On 11/06/2020 at 17:49, Clarky said:

Newly arrived, battered 1984 Alembic Spoiler. Get your Cliff (Burt)on!

 

Wasnt it Jason that played Alembics not Cliff?