obbm Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 (edited) After years of experimentation I've come to the conclusion that I have 4-string jazz neck sized hands and as the only covers that I play which require a Low D can be achieved with a Hipshot, I no longer have need for this superb 5-stringer. It was originally specified and commissioned by Old Horse Murphy. The full details are of the build are [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=9416"]in this thread[/url]. Last year I fitted a set of Nordstrands and new CTS pots which has bought it alive. It's in tip-top condition and has been kept in it's gig bag, apart from a couple of hours playing, since I acquired it, consequently there are no additional marks or blemishes over and above those mentioned in OHM's original description. Rather than try and sell it outright I am more interested in trading it with cash either way depending on what you have on offer. Specifically I'm interested an older Fender Jazz or a Fender PJ with a Jazz neck. Try me. Edited April 4, 2012 by obbm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazBeen Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Price as per forum guidelines? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='HazBeen' timestamp='1326199617' post='1493615'] Price as per forum guidelines? [/quote] doesn't need a price- he wants a trade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazBeen Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Fair comment, note to self: "must read post on Basschat before making fool of self" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Such a fine example of Johns work, good luck with the sale of this beaut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danweb22 Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Yum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgie Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Hello Dave, what kind of value are you placing on it for trades? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='Higgie' timestamp='1326203481' post='1493713'] Hello Dave, what kind of value are you placing on it for trades? [/quote] It depends on what's on offer but £1100 is a good starting point. If theres something that really takes my fancy then it could come down a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgie Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Ok mate cheers. Haven't got anything close to that I'd be willing to trade, and haven't got the cash to make up for it either. And for that reason, I'm out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='Higgie' timestamp='1326204934' post='1493744'] Ok mate cheers. Haven't got anything close to that I'd be willing to trade, and haven't got the cash to make up for it either. And for that reason, I'm out! [/quote] Fair enough but what did you think it might be worth? You must have had some idea when you asked the question. It obviously is worth more than £100 and probably more than £600. It might even be worth the £1100 I suggested. Actually I don't know because there is no history of used Shuker values. With major brands there is a history and you can at least make track the values and depreciation. Supply and demand will eventually decide it's value. Also it all depends on what's put up on offer. I might take a pair of cheaper basses, a really nice original MM Sterling would be good. Maybe a 100-watt Hiwatt head. I don't need it, maybe someone else does so it's up for grabs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Sigh, one of my big regrets was letting this bass go.... Don't suppose a new Series 2009 Fender US Jazz would be of interest Dave? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 I hope Dave says yes to you Nick. You have told me some of the history of this bass so I hope you can get it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' timestamp='1326213297' post='1493911'] Sigh, one of my big regrets was letting this bass go.... Don't suppose a new Series 2009 Fender US Jazz would be of interest Dave? [/quote] Perhaps. What colour is it? Or you could just let me have the Precision back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 It's sunburst/rosewood Dave. The P Bass is a keeper I'm afraid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' timestamp='1326217011' post='1493985'] It's sunburst/rosewood Dave. The P Bass is a keeper I'm afraid [/quote] Nice looking Jazz but there's seems to be a bit of a difference in values. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgie Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='obbm' timestamp='1326209985' post='1493839'] Fair enough but what did you think it might be worth? You must have had some idea when you asked the question. It obviously is worth more than £100 and probably more than £600. It might even be worth the £1100 I suggested. Actually I don't know because there is no history of used Shuker values. With major brands there is a history and you can at least make track the values and depreciation. Supply and demand will eventually decide it's value. Also it all depends on what's put up on offer. I might take a pair of cheaper basses, a really nice original MM Sterling would be good. Maybe a 100-watt Hiwatt head. I don't need it, maybe someone else does so it's up for grabs. [/quote] I really wasn't sure what it would be worth, having no idea of how much it cost to be built, etc. I picked up my Shuker Jazz here 2nd hand for just over £600, so if you was looking for somewhere within say another £250 on top of that, I could have tried to sort something out. I don't know if it's just me, but I'm getting a slightly hostile vibe from your reply, so I'm sorry if I offended you with my original question or response, or if I'm completely off the mark then I apologise for getting the wrong end of the stick. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 [quote name='Higgie' timestamp='1326224274' post='1494127'] I really wasn't sure what it would be worth, having no idea of how much it cost to be built, etc. I picked up my Shuker Jazz here 2nd hand for just over £600, so if you was looking for somewhere within say another £250 on top of that, I could have tried to sort something out. I don't know if it's just me, but I'm getting a slightly hostile vibe from your reply, so I'm sorry if I offended you with my original question or response, or if I'm completely off the mark then I apologise for getting the wrong end of the stick. Cheers [/quote] No offence intended James. I dislike open public bartering but it's my fault for not PMing you with a figure. Only OHM know what it cost and on top of that there was £230 for the Nordstrands. I think you're getting close to what would be acceptable if you wanted to buy it. If you are interested in haggling then please PM me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgie Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 I probably should have PM'ed in the first place, so my apologies again! I may be in touch if My Fender/AllParts goes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazBeen Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 (edited) Damn that would go nicely with my newly rediscovered Lull PJ5....... must resist.... must resist. Edited January 10, 2012 by HazBeen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Don't fancy a Spector NS-2J-RA, do you? Jon puts an incredible amount of work into his basses, and I'm sure this is as lovely a player as it is a looker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 30, 2012 Author Share Posted January 30, 2012 [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1327918887' post='1518598'] Don't fancy a Spector NS-2J-RA, do you? Jon puts an incredible amount of work into his basses, and I'm sure this is as lovely a player as it is a looker. [/quote] Indeed it is. As for the Spector, thanks but no thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy67 Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 I always get depressed when I see your Shuker obbm - it is beautiful and I can't afford her! andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 I really like this. Shame I'm not a 5 player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 March bump. Will sell for £1000 or trade + cash for late 60s/early 70s Fender Jazz or original Musicman Sterling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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