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That's a very good point @itu - initially it ticks all of my boxes, but what if it's not what I expect? buying blind unfortunately has to allow for that possibility that it may not be for me. I want to reduce all my gear to that 5er that does most of what I want it to do right - if that ever exists....!
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Hi gang, I've been offered a trade involving a Pavel de la Fuente bass - I've looked around and there's zero info on them in here; nonetheless, talkbass has some juicy dramas about scams from allegedly 3rd parties, deposits taken for basses never delivered after 2 or 3 years... The reality is the bass on offer is here and it does look good. Hipshot hardware, nordstrand electronics, swamp ash and hard rock maple - all in it looks well finished and the actual owners I've seen mention they are fantastic basses but hmmmmm.... thinking in terms of resale if I change my mind in the future and whatnot is always the trouble with less known brands...! What do you guys think / know / would do?
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<<< SOLD >>> Xotic XJ-1T4 Jazz with Lindy Fralin Pickups
Ander87 replied to Platypus's topic in Basses For Sale
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TRADED......YAMAHA TRB 4 slapcut, early 90s japan
Ander87 replied to ebenezer's topic in Basses For Sale
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Wood and ‘Tronics Chronos 5 - Open to Offers and Trades.
Ander87 replied to ambient's topic in Basses For Sale
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Hi guys, Selling this bass as I need something less 'boutique' and exposed to gigging scars - this is too nice to misstreat! No trades unless partial exchange with a Line 6 HX Effects. As you may see this is a rare bass. Handmade in Spain by Jose Merlos and bought directly from him about 3 weeks ago - it is in perfect shape. Alder body, faux f holes (only around the circles) with spruce top 3 Piece maple neck, ebony fretboard, 34" & 24 frets Proprietary Merlos J+MM pickup - these get adjusted from the rear so there are no screws on the way of your fingers nor oxidise. Proprietary Merlos electronics: Volume, Balance, 3 band EQ - Switches: Mid freqs boost, single/humbucker, active/passive. Please note both passive and active modes keep the same volume. Super flat neck, 19mm adjustable bridge Complete with Strap, L size Tshirt, lightweight case and ebony ramp. Only 3.6kg weight. These basses retailed new for 2,210 euros and so £1100 is a proper bargain (900£ cheaper) You can see the original price here: https://tannebasscorner.com/producto/merlos-al-andalus/ Can collect if socially distancing / responsibly only (will wipe bass and no contact etc) - I can ship it too but will need patience as I don't have a box right now. You can listen to it here:
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Right.... I got this in a trade just now - fantastic bass and really tempted to keep it as it plays amazingly with a dead straight neck and low action and it's in an unbelievably good shape. It plays amazingly and I will secretly hate whoever takes it as I want it for myself but really need the money. Really really versatile, you can pull a lot of growl as the pickups are really high gain without any hum etc - you can get very clean tones too and a very nice tight sounding B. The bass is so polished that you can see me in the reflections and you can barely notice the ramp (can come off) between the pickups ( same height and finish as the body, really good ramp). The only marks are in the headstock and don't reveal the wood - no bumps and I have tried as good as possible to reflect in the pictures - I'm really picky for this and I honestly can't fault it. These basses are made in The Bass Gallery by Martin who has some fantastic other models. No CNC and etc, proper handmade. These basses retail at about £3k and have seen the same one with some dings posted by £1450.. Considering there are no marks anywhere in the body and a tiny couple I consider this to be a very fair price! Specs: Bolt on Swamp Ash body Rock Maple neck with Ebony fretboard, 24 frets, rolled off edges EMG 40P (neck) EMG 40CS (bridge) Pickups Electronics: John East Uni Pre 4 Tuners: Hipshot USA Clover Bridge: ABM Rolling Bridge, adjustable 17-19 but currently 18mm spacing Scale: 35" Weight is 4.1kg Comes with an F Bass gig bag and can collect if socially distancing / responsibly only (will wipe bass and no contact etc) - I can ship it too but will need patience as I don't have a box right now. I'm considering putting my Merlos for feelers and if that'd sell I would keep this bass so rush to take it if you fancy it or pray nobody buys my Merlos!
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