Bass Wielder

[quote name='Bassassin' post='38192' date='Jul 28 2007, 05:24 PM']The block inlay one is more the sort of neck you'd find on an old CMI. Surprised no-one else noticed it also has a J-Retro or similar in its dot-neck configuration. Any chance of seeing some headstock pics (front & back) & neckplate pics? It's often possible to identify the manufacturer of old JapCrap copies from these details. Also, is the body solid timber or veneered ply? A lot of these basses used the 3-colour sunburst with solid black edges, to disguise the construction material. J.[/quote] Right... check this out. I think the body is solid can't say for sure. Great sounding bass,will be sorry to see it go and I think it just did!!

[quote name='chardbass' post='38289' date='Jul 28 2007, 10:59 PM']Can you give a comparison of the MM5 and KSD fretted as regards sound?[/quote] Well, the MM5 is very zingy with a natural mid scoop a la Marcus. Very much voiced for slap style playing or tight finger style. The pre-amp does not offer a Mid control but the bass & treble controls are nicely voiced.. The 'B' string is tight and usefull for slap as well (which is rare) in a 34" scale length. The neck size is very comfortable and fast. The KSD in its original state is similar, but I think has a tighter 'B' string maybe due to the 35" scale length. The original pre-amp is not as good as the MM5 however. With the J-Retro pre-amp, its more versatile and with the other mods it became in my opinion a better overall bass. So........I think.....the MM5 is easier to play and sounds great but the KSD sounds great too and is more versatile. Does that help?

[quote name='thedontcarebear' post='38145' date='Jul 28 2007, 02:17 PM']How come the fret inlays are blocks on those pictures? But they weren't before?[/quote] Good spot! This bass sounded so good that I had the frets dressed(stoned?) on the original neck,but while that was being done I experimented wtih a different neck(Mighty Mite) and for good measure MEC p/ups on the original body. So that pic was taken while this was happening! Now its back to its original specs(at least how I got it). Phew you guys don't miss a thing!! I did (as you can tell with that photo mishap).

Hi, After much debate I've decided to sell my other basses.....long story! 1) [u][b]KSD 705 [/b[/u]]- Mods include: J-Retro pre-amp special(Vol/blend, tre/bass,tre/bass,tone),Hipshot tuners,Badass bridge,Bone nut,Schaller strap locks,Nordstrands NJ5SF jazz pickups. I had the logo on the head stock removed (which proved to be quite interesting as people would compliment on the sound/look and then ask about the maker!!). Rivals any high end jazz bass. Trust me I've tried a few. This bass is just over a year old and has been kept in excellent condition.! asking £895 2) [[u]b]KSD FLBK5[/b][/u] - Modified with J-Retro deluxe pre-amp. This one is even more recent but has a couple of minor scratches in the finish at the back. Again with John East's electronics, this is a killer fretless! asking £695 [u][b]Reminder:[/b][/u] 3) Fender MM5 jazz bass- I hardly use/used this bass(but managed to misplace the p/up cover) so its in mint! price reduced to £895 4)Carvin BB75P - Mods include: J-Retro Deluxe(John modified to work with Carvin bridge piezos),Bone nut,Schaller strap locks,Seymour Duncan ASBII MM pickups(with various switching options) and more.....price reduced £ 995

New prices: Carvin: £950 firm [quote name='mcruiz67' post='38143' date='Jul 28 2007, 02:15 PM']Hi all, Here are some new photos and ...price reductions!![/quote]

Hi all, Here are some new photos and ...price reductions!! [quote name='mcruiz67' post='33674' date='Jul 18 2007, 03:02 PM']Hi All, These have got to go as I'm funding a couple of new basses so the prices are negotiable (with reason of course)... [b]Basses[/b][u][/u] 1. [b]Carvin BB75P [/b][u][/u]- Built Nov 2004 and hardly used so in mint! ,Figured walnut/mahogany body,matching headstock, 24 fret 5 piece wide maple/walnut neck, ebony fingerboard,Seymour Duncan SMB5A pickups(x2),U-Retro active preamp,bone nut,Schaller strap locks. (had the electronics done by John East himself). Original Carvin hardcase and gig bag included!! £1095 2. [b]Fender Marcus Miller 5-string (USA). [/b][u][/u]Natural and in mint. Shaped Hard case included. You know what this is so I'll not describe! I was given this bass by a friend/fan early this year and have not used much due to busy schedule. Looking for the pickup bell plate at the moment..duh..Save yourself a few hundred quid and buy this for..£1050 3. [b]CMI 4string jazz copy.[/b][u][/u] A lovely sounding vintage thats been well used. This baby has EMG's and a Badass bridge! Gig bag included. £250 I'll try to put up some photos asap. I prefer collection but will consider reasonable meet ups... Feel free to contact me for more details or to arrange a viewing/play/purchase!! Come on now..... Michael: 07751062966 [email protected] ps. I've got some other stuff on the go as well so will put in relevant areas...have a look[/quote]

He is right!! Duh. I was looking at the bass in my hands and the've got the EMG's now. Sorry man. I will post the correct photos.

[quote name='nash' post='33859' date='Jul 18 2007, 09:37 PM']the jazz has mec's in the pic[/quote] they are EMG's mate. look closely..........

[quote name='mr_russ' post='33802' date='Jul 18 2007, 07:08 PM']Hi- I'd be interested in pics of the marcus 5 r[/quote] Hi. sorry to be so tardy with replies. I had a gigfull w/end! I just took some pics of all my basses today but I've got an old school camera (love film) so will post in a day or two. BTW.....I'm thinking of selling my heavily modified KSD. It has: J-Retro, Badass, Nordstrands, hipshots..... Cheers to all

UPDATE: The [b][u]Fender MM5[/u][/b] is sold (payment pending). Went for a great deal at £850. To all the hesitant ones...[b][/b]you missed a great deal! The [b][u]Carvin BB75P [/u][/b]is being viewed this week!! So if there are any more of you not sure...don't wait before its too late! For almost any other custom bass with this specs/mods and sound, you will pay an arm or a leg or mortgage etc... I'm now offering at nearest to £900 NEW ITEMS: [b][u]KSD 705 [/u][/b]fretted 5 string bass. Mods/upgrades include: Hipshot Ultralite tuners, Badass Bridge, J-Retro custom pre-amp, Nordstrand NJ5FS jazz p/ups, Bone Nut, Schaller strap locks..... Had this for just over a year so its in mint. It will rival any high end jazz bass. have doubts? Come try for yourself. Asking £895 or very best! [b][u]KSD FLBK5 [/u][/b]fretless 5 string bass. With J-Retro deluxe pre-amp. Had this less than a year and in great condition. (Bought with a couple scratches on the back). This is a lovely sounding instrument made even better with John's elecs onboard. Asking £795 or best. Sorry to see these go but I'm not a collector and I believe they have to be played regularly (or they can get sad...) The [b]CMI [/b] 4 string fretted I have kept! Sorry guys but this is a very good vintage and I had a change of mind! Ampeg V4-B amp head. 1974 in great condition. Not sure how much to ask but I've kept this baby running for a long time and solved most major problems over the years. Its been serviced and re-valved recently and is very reliable and of course ...sounds lovely! Hi All, These have got to go as I'm funding a couple of new basses so the prices are negotiable (with reason of course)... [b]Basses[/b][u][/u] 1. [b]Carvin BB75P [/b][u][/u]- Built Nov 2004 and hardly used so in mint! ,Figured walnut/mahogany body,matching headstock, 24 fret 5 piece wide maple/walnut neck, ebony fingerboard,Seymour Duncan SMB5A pickups(x2),U-Retro active preamp,bone nut,Schaller strap locks. (had the electronics done by John East himself). Original Carvin hardcase and gig bag included!! £1095 2. [b]Fender Marcus Miller 5-string (USA). [/b][u][/u]Natural and in mint. Shaped Hard case included. You know what this is so I'll not describe! I was given this bass by a friend/fan early this year and have not used much due to busy schedule. Looking for the pickup bell plate at the moment..duh..Save yourself a few hundred quid and buy this for..£1050 3. [b]CMI 4string jazz copy.[/b][u][/u] A lovely sounding vintage thats been well used. This baby has EMG's and a Badass bridge! Gig bag included. £250 I'll try to put up some photos asap. I prefer collection but will consider reasonable meet ups... Feel free to contact me for more details or to arrange a viewing/play/purchase!! Come on now..... Michael: 07751062966 [email protected] ps. I've got some other stuff on the go as well so will put in relevant areas...have a look