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    I’ve had one since maybe 3+ years. Lots of gigs and sessions. Everyone has their own definition of what is “quality” to them. Some here may think a really tight neck pocket with no gap whatsoever- the tighter the better- is going to be what they want. What I see is that all the vintage Fenders that are magical and sound amazing don’t have extremely tight perfect neck pockets and that is why they also are not overly compressed sounding...part of the imperfection that contributed to tone that I like. Just one example. Again, buy what you want for the reasons you want to buy.... but in my experience the crowd that gets hung up in the bass being a showpiece and and exercise in perfection are guys who... well.... forget it. 🙂
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    Everyone has the right to decide what’s most important to them in an instrument. For me it’s tone and feel. Olinto is great IMO for that and offer Brazilian rosewood and old Indian rosewood plus a nitrocellulose finish ,vintage goals for the handwound proprietary pups, and several other vintage style decisions, all of which are important parts of the formulae for a vintage style Fender copy. Another thing I learned through lots of money spending and trial and error is that feel and tone are not dependent on flawless luthery as many people on bass forums assume or wish. It’s mostly about the basic formula, goals, and decisions made before any construction. My Olintos are perfectly reliable and functional, no issues. So drawing a conclusion between perfection and reliability is a false one in wood instruments -leave that to something like a digital electronic keyboard etc. My Olintos are generally well made ( to my opinion or needs) and have no issues. They sound better to me than some other brands that maybe some would think are better made.. If the mission statement is pre cbs Fender then the execution and decisions got there. Lets be even more honest, to the guys who have magnifying glasses and an eager soapbox mentality it’s NOT that you need feel and tone to be #1, it’s that you need and want flawless instruments .. it’s your choice and taste and goal... it’s a main interest in instrument buying. One last thing- my all original 62 J is much less than perfect, way more money , and is an amazing bass. Feel and tone are #1 for people who need them to be, not just want them to be... BTW even if it means cheaper non boutique instruments.
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    Perfect alignment is not an issue re tone... unless it’s really drastic which I never saw on an Olinto. The sum of the build is what’s important and Olintos have a great vintage like feel and tone and play very well, thousands less than a pre cbs Fender (if you can find a good player). But ....I’ll remind my producers and engineers (not to mention the artists) about any slight imperfection on the instrument as they request it for their project....maybe they will smarten up and realize the scam I’m pulling on them cause I got stuck with a poorly functioning instrument that is not really playable. I learned a long time ago after years reading Talkbass that these forums are not just full of good thoughts and information, but are a problem too. Some posts above just reminded me of that.
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    Yes🙂... who is this?
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    These are great basses, I have a few and one is my main gig bass right now.
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    Hi guys, nice bass btw! I never actually owned this one but it’s possible Jimmy and I talked and it was made for me with the right of first refusal at that Namm show. That’s what I think may have happened as Jimmy always puts “made for Mitch” etc when it’s clear, this one includes a namm mention. But it does look like the one Paul owned and he confirmed.
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    Beautiful bass! Pmd. Let me know if it didn’t come through, I’m not on this forum much.
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    more pics
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    I've finally decided to let this go after much angst over needing to put some funds into other areas of my life:) The only reason this one is going is because it has a fair amount of value. -34" -Alder body -Northern ash top- very rare figured ash -Birdseye maple board -21 frets -One piece maple neck -Custom Fodera dual coils -Custom Fodera bridge (19mm) -Custom Pope flexcore preamp ( Matt Garrison layout) -Ebony dots I am original owner. The bass is a great combo of old school /Fender and Fodera tones due to the wood combo and pups/electronics. Punchy with great fundamental, but lots of clarity for both fingerstyle and slap. Action is really low with no buzz (Fodera pleks all the necks). Lots of versatility for tones from the duals that can be tapped to single coil, and the pre's tone controls. Mint condition, only used in the studio. Comes with mint Fodera hardshell case and all the tools. 2 Years old. Price in US funds will be $5600US , but will deal in pounds if need be. Shipping extra- but I'll ship anywhere. PLEASE contact me at [email="[email protected]"][email protected][/email] ....I'll try to log into this site often but email me if you need something asap. Thanks for looking!
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    May I ask why you are selling it and if you are the original owner? Beautiful bass! Cheers
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    Wow...my bass originally.. I picked out the woods personally for this one at the shop and it turned out beautifully. Sounds and plays great.... Whoever gets this one will be quite happy. GLWTS
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    just making sure…are those stripes actually in the finish or are they applied only on top of the finish? Do you know the year?
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    This is a great 4 that I really do miss. ( nice tone on the recording!) Good luck with the sale too.... Cheers, Mitch
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    Bump.....open to reasonable offers. Remember this bass has a full Chestnut top and Brazilian rosewood. Even decent figured Chestnut is gone for non full tops....let alone full tops like this one. Brazilian will probebly not be ordered again by Fodera according to Jason due partly to cost...so between these two wood specs alone the instrument is a long- term standout and not a typical Fodera. The upgrades were more than worth it for now and down the road, plus this price already reflects a large savings from the retail cost of those upgrades. Anyone for a for a cash offer no trades?
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    bump, no trades......
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    [i]Bump...cash offers?[/i]
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    [quote name='molan' timestamp='1356907209' post='1915103'] I can vouch for Mitch as a top guy with fabulous taste in instruments - I've bought basses from him twice and both were superb! [/quote] Thanks Barrie. This one is on another level..... Hope all is well and I'll get to England soon..I miss it!
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    Bump - Open to cash offers! Will ship to the UK. email: [email protected]
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    Hi Alan, thanks...I dont have a video but its a killer tone machine for sure. The review on the Fodera site in the Newborn section also describes it further. The action is super low...probebly lower than most as this is my preference. Plays wonderfully with the action like that. Fodera is one of the only manufacturers that can accomodate this for me. Of course, if you raise the action its no problem either. If you need to see a pic of the action you can email me at [email protected] I'll send you one. [quote name='Alanbass' timestamp='1356633316' post='1911878'] What a stunning bass. Is it possible to see photos of the bass as it is now with one of the fingerboard to get a better idea of the action on the bass. Do you have any video available? Thanks. Alan [/quote]
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    Merry Christmas!
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    You can also email me at [email="[email protected]"][email protected][/email] for more pics or questions.
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    Hi, Very reluctant to offer this exquisite Fodera for sale but expenses in other areas of life have led me to explore if there is any serious interest out there....if you are serious about owning a rare and top shelf custom Fodera for a substantial savings and without a wait..here is your chance! -34 scale -Premium figured FULL Chestnut top ( the last really nice figured full top from Fodera- you cant get this anymore) -Ash wings -Alder tone block -3 piece maple neck, 24 large frets -BRAZILIAN board -Seymour Duncan Dual coils in custom chestnut covers - 70s position -Latest up to date Pope pre ( Matt Garrison layout) -Choice of either black, or gold hardware -Slightly narrower neck width in the higher register- great for soloing and chording. Very slight but does make a nice difference. -Mint Fodera case. This bass has a great fundamental tone with lots of warmth that is supportive but with a really nice percussive edge overall that still cuts through (from the wood combo). The ash/alder and Brazilian mix is a great balance of tones....incredably versatile ..with the Brazilian providing the warmth without losing any definition or sweet high- end. The bass is mint and has only been used in the studio. Here is a link to the Fodera feature in the Newborn section: [url="http://www.fodera.com/Main/NewBornDetails.aspx?FeaturedItemID=344"]http://www.fodera.co...turedItemID=344[/url] The list price on this bass is $14,450 US ( with options and top), the price on this bass is $[color=#ff0000]11,000[/color] CAN ( Canadian dollars) which is a substantial savings over a new build and you can have it now. Includes shipping anywhere in the world Canada Post. No trades. Please email for any questions. Thanks for looking!
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    Bump still for sale.
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    bump!...
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    bump! open to offers
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