Russ Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 (edited) So, very reluctantly, I'm going to sell on my Sei Bass Jazz fretless 5-string. It's a beautiful, amazing-sounding bass, but, after the bash the other week and having a go on WalMan's Wal, I have decided I really need one of those in my life, so, much as it pains me, the Sei has to go. Here's the specs: Ash body with stunning, multi-coloured spalted maple top Maple neck with macasser ebony unlined fingerboard (it does have lines along the side of the fingerboard) Red side LEDs Black Hipshot tuners and ABM bridge Nordstrand pickups (MM / J) East U-Retro preamp (treble/bass/mid/mid frequency/treble boost/passive tone) with MM frequency centres (for that proper MM-esque tone) 19mm string spacing at bridge Weight approx 8.5lbs (very light) Hiscox hardshell case included The bass is just over a year old, took 21 months to build, and has never been gigged or even rehearsed with, and is in absolutely pristine condition. No marks, cracks, buckle rash or anything. It's also the best sounding fretless I've ever laid my hands on - it mwahs like crazy, the B string is rock solid, and, thanks to the Nordys, has a massive, thick tone. It even sounds awesome when slapped or picked, and not many fretlesses can boast that. I'm looking for [b]£1800[/b]. I'd prefer the buyer to collect - I'm in Croydon, but could meet up somewhere in the South London or M25 area. Here's some pictures (you can see bigger pics at http://www.flickr.com/photos/russellwark/): Edited October 21, 2012 by Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shockwave Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 [quote name='Russ' timestamp='1350636735' post='1841444'] So, very reluctantly, I'm going to sell on my Sei Bass Jazz fretless 5-string. It's a beautiful, amazing-sounding bass, but, after the bash the other week and having a go on WalMan's Wal, I have decided I really need one of those in my life, so, much as it pains me, the Sei has to go. [/quote] After hearing you play it I have the same issue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wriggers Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Oooo, I"ve come over all peculiar. That is beautiful. Best of luck with the sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Don't do this.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Wow...another beautiful example of Martin's work - genius! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysh Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 if only I had the funds. good luck with the sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4000 Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 That is stunning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankdave Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Wow, if I wasn't moving house, I think I might be all over this one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted October 20, 2012 Author Share Posted October 20, 2012 Thanks for all the compliments... she's a beauty. Still no takers though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankdave Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Sorry, but this timing is so "off" for me, it truly is a thing of beauty. I know what Martin is capable of, as I own a 20year old Sei. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
largo Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Gorgeous looking bass, so have a bump on me. 21 months to build, is Martin growing the wood himself. I'd also say don't do it! My only memory of my Wal was how heavy it was & I'm sure with the John East circuit you'll get a very close tone to the Wal one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 I'd never let this one go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 [b]MB1. [/b] [b]" Lovely body! ... Maaaaaaaaaatron!"[/b] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffo Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Your mad, this hands down over a wal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted October 21, 2012 Author Share Posted October 21, 2012 Sold! Thanks for all the interest, everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuartB Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Noooooooo!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggydolphinboy Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 oh my that was quick crikey was gonna sell my soul to the devil !!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoJoKe Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 No surprise this beauty sold so quickly! This has been the cause of bucketfuls of drool over the last couple of days... mine mostly, and no money... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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