Beedster

[quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1416425467' post='2610129'] Yes, you can connect up to another cab with one of them if your amp has only one input. [/quote] Or output? Great deal for a great cab and I am SO tempted Lozz. If it's still there tomorrow - which it shouldn't be - I'm on it

[quote name='Shaggy' timestamp='1416170634' post='2607624'] ........so an even more fab package than I'd first thought! Kev knows I've been sorely tempted by this, and if I wasn't about to spend an arm and a leg to restore your old "Wazz" to orig spec, Chris (I'm going over to Electric Wood next week) I'd have had this a while ago. That 4003FL was something special, mind [/quote] The 4003FL is still with me and ain't ever going anywhere again Greg. When are you going to EW, I'm gigging over that way next weekend (I think), would be great to catch up. And back on topic, the Fretless Precision would make a nice foil to the Wazz

I'm very surprised this hasn't sold so I thought I'd link to a few posts from a while back [quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1357688008' post='1926954'] I have to say that I had to think long and hard before selling that bass, and would probably still have it back if I only had a band! It is an outstanding example of one of the most iconic instruments Fender have ever made, with a very playable neck (with an incredible and sympathetic refin of the board by Martin Simms meaning that the playing surface is probably far better than when it left Fullerton), no doubt an equally good body refin by Howard, and a rather rare mix of good old PBass thump when you need it with some more interesting and less predictable tones (for example, I used it for a cover of 'Song from under the floorboards' by Magazine and it nailed the menacing and sinuous fretless tone to perfection). The buyer won't be disappointed [/quote] Still very true [quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1378302070' post='2198352'] Stick a BBOT bridge and both bridge and PUP ashtrays on that and it would look even better. Lovely lovely bass, really surprised it's still here especially given the rarity of the maple board [/quote] And I stand by that Kev, ashtrays on that bass would add to what is already a stunning aesthetic [quote name='Shaggy' timestamp='1397408674' post='2423645'] I used to own this neck - as is the way of BC; Chris traded it to me, and I later traded it back to him attached to a '79 ash body (not the one in the OP I think), and have to say it's quite phenomenally nice. Would be so tempted if had the moolah..... [/quote] Same body Greg, Kev had it refinished by the Bass Doc. You'll remember that the neck and body worked really quite nicely. I had this bass and the 4001FL at the same time and the only reason this went was because the 400FL really is that good a bass (in 20 years I've yet to find a bass to which I have such an affinity), but I do wish I could afford to keep both! All the best with the sale Kev C

Sold pending the usual

[quote name='mr zed' timestamp='1416079041' post='2606704'] I didn't notice the weight on mine as they are so well balanced and just 'fit' right. I wouldn't let 5kg put anyone off. Sounds heavy but doesn't feel heavy. [/quote] Thanks for that mr zed. To be honest, when I put it on the scales I was really surprised it was over 4.5kgs, even more so when the TRB-6 weighed in at over half a kilo lighter (I'd have put what little money I have on the TRB-6 being the heavier of the two for sure). Even now I know the difference, when they're on a strap they both feel pretty much the same. Whilst I'm on weight, I weighed the TRB-5 on a different set of scales today and it came it at 10.5lbs. Certainly in the over 10lbs region either way. Played it today also, I'm starting to wonder if I should keep it and defret it, it is such a stunning bass and would no doubt make an amazing fretless

Will these work on a 2x2 34" scale bass? If so, I'll have them Chris

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[quote name='silverfoxnik' timestamp='1415982038' post='2605849'] Great looking bass Chris; GLWTS! Quick question - is the string spacing really 17mm at the bridge? I though that Yamaha 5s were generally 19mm at the bridge - certainly the two I've had over the last 10 years have been.. Nik [/quote] Hi Nik Good to hear from you mate, hope all's well? Decided to get the electronic doobry out for this and results are below (not entirely sure where spacing should be measured so have given three options) Centre B to centre E string at tailpiece 18.10mm [attachment=176356:IMG_3468.jpg] Outside of G string to outside of D string at saddle 18.63mm [attachment=176357:IMG_3471.jpg] Centre to centre of G to D string at saddle 17.44mm [attachment=176358:IMG_3479.jpg] And I have just reweighed the bass and sorry to those of you who PM'd asking me to do so, it is still 5kg. I was wondering whether the scales were crap so weighed the TRB6, which is far bigger (56mm at the nut and 20mm spacing), but that weighed in at 4.3kgs. The vagaries of wood I guess I will say that I don't find the fiver heavy (it's certainly lighter than my old Wal which I really had to grapple with. Having said this I do own a mid 70's Strat that weighs in at 4.3 kgs, the same as the TRB6, so perhaps I'm just a real man

Hi folks Back at home so some details, apologies for the delay Weight (tested and retested albeit on bathroom scales) is exactly 5kgs, which I'd guess isn't too bad for a fiver and is [i]considerably[/i] lower than is the case with my TRB6 Width at nut is a rather Kylie-esque 44mm (I've played 4 strings with wider necks) Width at 12th fret 66mm String spacing at bridge is 17mm I can only find one knock on it, it's in the usual tip of headstock position, and at about 1mm is too small to photograph. I couldn't see it but could feel it when I ran my hand over the finish. This is, as I said above, a lot of bass for the money. I've had a few offers for the 6 even though I haven't listed it so if this doesn't go quickly I may sell the 6 instead, if only because whilst I prefer the 6 for noodling, I suspect that live the 5 will be more useful. Cheers Chris

Hi, sorry this thread is now closed Chris

[quote name='mr zed' timestamp='1415730020' post='2603189'] Brilliant basses - had one for a few years until I made the decision to go back to 4 strings. Build quality is right up there and the amount of tones that are available is unbelievable. They'll do anything well and the piezo adds a subtle extra dimension (or not so subtle if you boost the piezo volume right up). Gives it an acoustic type vibe. GLWTS. I would have this if I was after a 5 string. They really don't get much better. [/quote] Thanks Mr Zed, you're making me want to keep it even more [quote name='william64' timestamp='1415731253' post='2603201'] Hi Beedster. Please what is the weight? Year of birth? Thanks. Vilem [/quote] Hi Vilem, I'll confirm exact weight once I'm back home Chris

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1415715029' post='2602951'] I had one of these, a truly amazing bass. [/quote] +1, a real monster

[quote name='edpirie' timestamp='1415711233' post='2602888'] There are some other photos of the bass from my September Ebay listing here (should still be visible): [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191317405224?ssPageName=STRK:MEUNSOLD:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1560.l2649"]http://www.ebay.co.u...984.m1560.l2649[/url]. If you hover over they are a reasonable size. I can testify to it being a fabulous bass, bought from The Bass Gallery and one owner until I sold to Beedster, who by the way is a top bloke to do business with. If I had the money I'd buy it back. [/quote] Ed, hope all's well and thanks so much for linking to the ebay listing. I've attached those pics below also, hope that when folks click on them they come up larger than those in the first post [attachment=176163:TRB.jpg] [attachment=176164:TRB6.jpg] [attachment=176165:TRB4.jpg] [attachment=176166:TRB5.jpg] [attachment=176167:TRB2.jpg] [attachment=176168:TRB3.jpg]