eubassix Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 (edited) I've decided to keep just one fretted 4 for now and, whilst I'd like to keep this bass, it seems logical to hold-onto something more traditional (and less expensive). The bass is really as-new and the latest version of the Vigier Argege 4. Specification:- Solid body - Flamed Maple – Alder (core) – Flamed Maple top (naturally dried); varnish dried for a min. 5-weeks. Finished in a traslucent burgundy, so the figuring shows through nicely. Neck – naturally dried (3-years) maple. D-shape. Gloss finish. Nut (Teflon/Graphite + hardened zero-fret) : 40mm / 1.57”; Phenowood f/board, radius: 300mm / 11.81”, 24-fret, 33.8” scale, inlay dots. Schaller machine-tuners, mono-rail Bridge, Brass cased strap-pins (deep, threaded inserts) + Security locks. The hardware is Gold: not sure if this is an upgrade (as on the Vigier site it's all chrome) - but it does look much better against the burgundy finish!) Vigier pickups – single, twin-coil inline. Pan, Volume, 3EQ (independent) for Bass (neck) AND Treble (Bridge) pickups (stacked Bass+Bass/Mid+Mid/Treble+Treble)! GlockenKlang pre-amp. 8.3 lbs. (3.8kg.). Vigier (embossed)- Hiscox fitted hardcase. [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Vigier_Stock_Arpege_4_natural.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp..._4_natural.html[/url] [url="http://vigier.co.uk/page/fiche_produit.php?id_prod=243&onglet=description"]http://vigier.co.uk/page/fiche_produit.php...let=description[/url] [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca5sTDlpFTI"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca5sTDlpFTI[/url] Comes with a Vigier (Hiscox) hardcase (incl.) .. not a cheap bass, but possibly something of a bargain if you're considering a new one (£2400/2760) .. reduced !! .... and Sold / Pending Edited June 15, 2011 by eubassix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatcoupe432 Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 Stunning eubassix as always! if this was i fiver i would get it right away. good luck with the sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norwood Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 What a nice french bass guitar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davydisco Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 [quote name='eubassix' post='1091570' date='Jan 16 2011, 05:03 PM']..... and made by a nice French bass (/guitar) builder. Met/talked-with Patrice V. at one of the UK shows - very helpful and informative.. merci-beaucoup ! .. (pour la Buurmmp)[/quote] Dave u know your onions LOL its a lovely bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 The No.1 Rock Bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macko1968 Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 A little tale about Mr Vigier, if you'll indulge me. About 20 years ago I knew a guy who had a lovely Vigier bass, one night he tripped over his lead, yanked the bass of it's stand & took about a 4 inch area of paint clean off it. He was pretty heartbroken. Anyway, a year or so later he sent the bass back to Mr Vigier for a re-fret. When the bass came back it had been completely refinished & had a note in the case to the effect "thought you would appreciate having it back to new, no charge, regards PV". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 Sweet, nice story. Where do I send mine!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 [quote name='eubassix' post='1092284' date='Jan 17 2011, 11:27 AM'].... get a new one Ped: there's a beauty here on BC !!! :- [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=118735&hl="]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=118735&hl=[/url][/quote] I'm not sure I would buy from you again, the last one was a shocker! (just in case anyone doesn't realise I'm thoroughly joking, Eubassix is actually a top seller, knowledgeable chap and he farts rainbows) ped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 [quote name='Macko1968' post='1091602' date='Jan 16 2011, 05:27 PM']A little tale about Mr Vigier, if you'll indulge me. About 20 years ago I knew a guy who had a lovely Vigier bass, one night he tripped over his lead, yanked the bass of it's stand & took about a 4 inch area of paint clean off it. He was pretty heartbroken. Anyway, a year or so later he sent the bass back to Mr Vigier for a re-fret. When the bass came back it had been completely refinished & had a note in the case to the effect "thought you would appreciate having it back to new, no charge, regards PV".[/quote]Wow.. what a nice man... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstuk Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 +111 [quote name='bubinga5' post='1094230' date='Jan 18 2011, 07:08 PM']Wow.. what a nice man...[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfalex v1.1 Posted February 9, 2011 Share Posted February 9, 2011 [quote name='bubinga5' post='1094230' date='Jan 18 2011, 07:08 PM']Wow.. what a nice man...[/quote] He certainly is. Told me how to perform mods to mine without batting an eyelid. None of your "don't do this, don't do that" more like, "If this is what you want to achieve, this is a good place to start" and have another free bump from a member of the Vigier Brotherhood! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabinosto Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Hi, is it possible to ship in France ? Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leschirons Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Apologies to eubassix for what's turning out to be a hijacked thread re Patrice Vigier but 3 years ago when a friend and guitarist sadly passed away over here, Patrice wrote a very touching and personal poem and sent it to his widow as I'd told him that he'd wanted to take a look around the factory but couldn't manage the trip due to his illness. He asked to be kept informed of developments and later sent the poem. A lovely man. On a lighter note, I had a Vigier bass and they are fantastic. Stayed in tune for about 4 years (allowing for string changes) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabinosto Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 What about action strings ? Wich strings are on this Vigier ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabinosto Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 (edited) Sorry for my bad english I m french. Thx Edited February 20, 2011 by fabinosto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macko1968 Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 One of the biggest bargains on here for a long, long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatcoupe432 Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 £1250? Are you sure this time David? absolutely a bargain! hope will sell soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted February 22, 2011 Author Share Posted February 22, 2011 [quote name='Macko1968' post='1137386' date='Feb 22 2011, 05:47 PM']One of the biggest bargains on here for a long, long time...... ..............£1250? Are you sure this time David? absolutely a bargain! hope will sell soon[/quote] ...Thanks Mick / Antonio ! Not much choice as I need to sell. I'm reducing my 4's to a single fretted/fretless (still deciding on that one - the Vigier was tempting, but I want to keep something more 'traditional') + we'll be off to Singapore (again) July/August - with huge air-fare increases from the last visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 [quote name='eubassix' post='1137682' date='Feb 22 2011, 08:41 PM']...Thanks Mick / Antonio ! Not much choice as I need to sell. I'm reducing my 4's to a single fretted/fretless (still deciding on that one - the Vigier was tempting, but I want to keep something more 'traditional') + we'll be off to Singapore (again) July/August - with huge air-fare increases from the last visit.[/quote] Ach i'd help you out if I could Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted February 23, 2011 Author Share Posted February 23, 2011 [quote name='Schnozzalee' post='1137763' date='Feb 22 2011, 09:30 PM']Ach i'd help you out if I could [/quote] .. do you work for Singapore Airlines ?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wright/watt Posted February 24, 2011 Share Posted February 24, 2011 [quote name='eubassix' post='1137382' date='Feb 22 2011, 05:45 PM']..... reduced to £1250 incl. !!![/quote] I have a passion111 custom and have decided I really need an arpege now.just to keep it company?Man what a beautiful,beautiful bass.I am and would be very intersted if still available? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatcoupe432 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 yeah man still avalaible,seen david yesterday morning is a great bargain too , if u want to save the 2400£ that they sell on bassdirect i wish i was still playing 4 this would be all ready mine!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted February 25, 2011 Author Share Posted February 25, 2011 [quote name='fiatcoupe432' post='1140731' date='Feb 25 2011, 01:45 AM']yeah man still avalaible,seen david yesterday morning is a great bargain too , if u want to save the 2400£ that they sell on bassdirect i wish i was still playing 4 this would be all ready mine!!![/quote] Ciao Antonio ! .. great to meet-up with you (and Massimo) yesterday. Thanks for the +++/bump, and the opportunity to have a quick play of that very special Warwick LE5 !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted February 25, 2011 Author Share Posted February 25, 2011 (edited) sold/pending ! Edited February 25, 2011 by eubassix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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