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[quote name='fluffo' timestamp='1418594692' post='2631622'] does this have the GB electronics [/quote] The GB electronics as we know them now have been developed by Bernie over the years, especially the latest, more complex boards like the one on the Rumour and available for the Spitfire too. So, if this is what you mean, the answer is no, this is the first prototype, it is twenty years old and the preamp is based on a LF442CN chip, with two microswitches (if it had the latest Rumour board the price would also be much different...). Having said that, the sound is modern, already GB-esque. I have taken the bass out for the first time in aaaaaaages to look at the electronics, and noticed a scratchy pot at times (just some dust from not playing, simply I have no time): I thought a little overall professional setup may be a good idea and [u]HAVE NOW LOWERED THE PRICE TO £750 OR NEAR OFFER + 25 SHIPPING[/u] to help the buyer towards it. Cheers Claz

[size=4][size=5][size=4][size=5][color=#FF0010]FENDER owners: going price for the current non-branded version of this case is around £140!!! (do a search and faint....), and the Fender version is now very hard to find.[/color][/size][/size][/size][/size][size=4][size=5] Looking for £90 [u]incl. shipping[/u] (mainland UK, excl. certain postcodes)[/size][/size] [size=4][size=5]I suppose the title says it all: FENDER branded SKB bass case for Jazz / Precision, model 44PRO (the one with the 4 big latches approved by the TSA-Transportation Security Administration in the USA). [u]Keys included[/u]. [/size][/size] [size=4][size=5][attachment=178591:IMAG1065 - SKB case.jpg] [attachment=178592:IMAG1063 - SKB case.jpg][/size][/size] [size=4][size=5][attachment=178593:IMAG1064 - SKB case.jpg] [attachment=178594:IMAG1062 - SKB case.jpg][/size][/size] [size=4][size=5]Here's the link to the current, non-branded version: [url="http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/proddetail.php?f=&id=782&o=&c=84&s="]http://www.skbcases....=782&o=&c=84&s=[/url] The case opens/closes perfectly and all the latches and the rubberised handle work as they should. No cracks, no broken feet, only a couple of superficial scuffs visible in the pictures (but isn't that what cases are for...??). Plush interior in excellent condition, with cushioned parts keeping your Fender J or P bass snugly in place when locked. Coming from a smoke and pet-free environment, so no smelly surprises. Shipped in a cardboard box for protection. Thanks.[/size][/size]

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That's a beauty Marc!! Did you use this at the Prince's wedding?? I bet it sounds very similar to my Fclef with Mike Pope 2-eq + tone control preamp and SD vintage single coils in '70s position, although the Fralins tend to be more "sizzling", almost with a "vibrato" built in... Brilliant!! GLWTS Claudio

Still no love for a piece of British bass-making history? It's there in the corner collecting dust... Without this one, Mark King couldn't have had his Spitfire!

6 months, a price NEVER seen before for a Sado NYC, 6300 views... and not a lick?!? That scratchplate must be really awful then... LOL With the money saved on this 3.8kg beauty you can have a trasparent or white pearloid one from Roger Sadowsky in NYC.

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[quote name='gadgie' timestamp='1416758578' post='2613228'] Nice! I think I'll have to turn of the laptop...it's giving me GAS:( [/quote] LOL "Let the dream begin, let your darker side give in..."

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[quote name='richardd' timestamp='1416587065' post='2611732'] Hi Claz ,I have owned a few NYC'S over the years ,And just an observation I think If you had put the clear scratch plate on it would have sold in the first week.I know why Roger put them on,but to me they always look wrong,' Anyway GLWYS.Rich [/quote] You know what, Rich? I have wondered about that too, but the tort one is the only pickguard I have (and it protects the original paint from nails/slapping, or a pick). And would somebody prefer a transparent one or a white pearloid? I'll leave the choice to who's next, I am sure Roger can help in some way: I have spoken to him in NY a few years ago and he's a top bloke, really caring for his customers. Cheers

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[quote name='pierreganseman' timestamp='1416212628' post='2607876'] There's quite a few geeks on this site llol.... good the thing is cleared up [/quote] LOL Well, it depends... I have had 'Rays from every single decade plus the Classic, so I have learnt a lot about them, but if you ask me about Fenders... errr... uhm.... I know virtually zilch.

I believe Shedua and ikay are correct. In the wrong pic, you can see the vertical line where the poly finish of the back of the headstock ends and the oil/wax finish of the back of the neck starts: that has been introduced in the '90s, well after the skunk stripe on the back of the neck has been discontinued, so that pic cannot belong to a pre EB.

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Somebody was keen but then disappeared into the deep blue yonder, so... BUMP!

[quote name='JamesFlashG' timestamp='1413029903' post='2574322'] I want it but I just don't have the cash so have a bump! [/quote] Thanks mate

[quote name='JCB' timestamp='1412931081' post='2573332'] Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but eBay raised its seller fee cap to £250, so you'll pay a full 10% fee on anything that sells at a value up to £2500, plus of course PayPal fees if that is the chosen method of payment. [/quote] Thanks for the heads up. I am really surprised I have missed that, normally I read religiously every communication from eBay or PayPal. Unless the buggers have not told me, of course... I have now raised the price accordingly. To be honest, [color=#ff0000][u]I am inklined to withdraw it for good if unsold[/u][/color], and keep it even if I have not much time to play it, because from Wed 15th Oct I will not be available for shipping for a while. So [u]if somebody here on BC still wants it on Sunday night at the current BC price, here's the last chance[/u]. [u]And if you want a shipment for Tue 14th Oct, immediate payment is required. Otherwise we are talking November.[/u] Thanks everyone for pointing out the issue. Claz

[quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1412892166' post='2573178'] It's just an unbiased observation/piece of advise but if were you I'd pull it off ebay. At £1700 on ebay if someone places a single bid and wins it you'll pay a minimum of £170 fees (new min 10% fee) and if they pay via paypal it'll hit you for those fees as well (is it 5% or similar?). Not trying to haggle or knock you down, that is just a simple observation, just in case you weren't aware of the new fee structure. [/quote] EBay max fee is capped at £75, Paypal 3.4%. I see what you're saying, but in the end I would get (give or take a few quid) what I would get here on BC after having been ground to the bone by haggling and the long waiting game...LOL