Macko1968 Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 transition era 'rays in that condition are few & far between. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-Ernie-Ball-Music-Man-Stingray-Bass-Guitar_W0QQitemZ330239460005QQihZ014QQcategoryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-Ernie-Ball-Musi...1QQcmdZViewItem[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahpook Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 that's beautiful. nice bit o'wood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 indeed you did pay over the odds in the current market, specailly with that guy in the other forum almost buying one for £475 or sumit at local guitar shop, but hopefully when it rises again (soon fingers crossed) it will be a good purchase indeed, lovely bass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubs Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 (edited) you can't beat the look if that birdseye maple neck - stunning. Don't worry about how much you paid for it, the quality of the bass will make up for it and seen as value is only what someone is willing to pay then you obviously feel that £800 is reasonable...so I wouldn't worry about it. Edited May 26, 2008 by benwhiteuk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davetbass Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='206946' date='May 26 2008, 11:28 PM']indeed you did pay over the odds in the current market, specailly with that guy in the other forum almost buying one for £475 or sumit at local guitar shop[/quote] Still £300 cheaper than retail and in mint condition. Beautiful neck...much better quality than the new one I sold last year. If I was looking for another 3eq Stingray I`d hang out for one like yours and pay the odds!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budget bassist Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Sweet bass man. If you think it was worth it, it was worth it. That looks to be in beautiful condition and the colour and birdseye maple is really nice. Good find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul, the Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Gorgeous. Well worth the monies. 'specially with the birdseye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 I think £800 is a fair price. People seem to think that all Rays 2nd hand should cost about £600, but the earlier ones (late 80's-late 90s) had such fantastic birdseye maple necks which I feel should warrant a higher price. Also any with a trans bridge and before (pre-97) look more like an original Ray and I feel are more sought after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy67 Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 +1 to all of the above! definitely worth over the odds - I have played one similar to this, it was the best damn ray I've ever played! The birdsey maple neck with that finish is truly gorgeous and plays so well! well done. andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirkThrust Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 (edited) I don't think you've paid over the odds. You do see the odd bargain Stingray going for silly money but I've seen less desirable ones than yours going for more money. That one's a real beauty too. Edited May 27, 2008 by AndyMartin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobiebass Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 [quote name='paul, the' post='207017' date='May 27 2008, 06:45 AM']Gorgeous. Well worth the monies. 'specially with the birdseye.[/quote] +1 Well worth it, you got yourself a beautiful bass, Ok there is a lul in the market now but it doesnt mean you didnt get yourself a corker! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 the neck is fantastic, I'll be looking forward to the bass porn pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Unfortunately this fell through as it was my bass that was for sale - buyer was looking for something 100% original and unfortunately this bass had to have a refinish when I bought it as the Blueburst paint job had somehow "gone off" and was left clammy and soft. Back up on ebay now, I'd happily sell to someone here outside of Ebay but the general "trend" here lately is that Stingrays are worth £600 tops which I don't feel reflects the stunning quality of this bass Welcome to PM me if interested though J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 i saw that and am now a tad confused as to whats going on? [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-Ernie-Ball-Music-Man-Stingray-Bass-Guitar_W0QQitemZ330239581060QQihZ014QQcategoryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-Ernie-Ball-Musi...1QQcmdZViewItem[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 I thought it seemed pretty clear Andy I put my bass on Ebay, Mick bought it - hadnt realised it was a refinish at the time of bidding, so we mutually agreed to call it off. So now I've put it back on ebay again making a point of describing that it's been refinished. J [quote name='phsycoandy' post='207179' date='May 27 2008, 12:55 PM']i saw that and am now a tad confused as to whats going on? [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-Ernie-Ball-Music-Man-Stingray-Bass-Guitar_W0QQitemZ330239581060QQihZ014QQcategoryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1989-Ernie-Ball-Musi...1QQcmdZViewItem[/url][/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macko1968 Posted May 27, 2008 Author Share Posted May 27, 2008 Ah, hadn't realised you were a BC'er, Legion! Indeed I was looking for something 100% stock, fair play to Legion who has acted like a complete gentleman & I would recommend him to anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 its all become clear now! nice bass btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 [quote name='phsycoandy' post='207189' date='May 27 2008, 01:06 PM']its all become clear now! nice bass btw[/quote] Thanks Andy, Of course I feel obliged to point out that Woodbridge is so close - you know *nudge* if you ever get the urge for another Stingray And thanks to Mick for the kind comments. Sorry about the confusion mate. J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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