OutSpoon Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 '61 stack knob jazz.... and a 5-string Wal. Oh, and a Sandberg 5. Maybe a fretless 6 Warwick thumb as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I guess I'd ask the Gibson Custom Shop to make me a Les Paul bass, my way. Haven't decided exactly how that would go though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 (edited) Reading this thread with great interest , I have owned and got rid of due to lack of enchantment ( or indeed still own) a fair few of these ultimate money-no-object basses folks are mentioning . I am still miserable. I hope this offers all of you some small consolation . Edited October 21, 2013 by Dingus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1382358424' post='2251069'] I guess I'd ask the Gibson Custom Shop to make me a Les Paul bass, my way. Haven't decided exactly how that would go though. [/quote] No pickles, for starters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 (edited) [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1382300235' post='2250440'] I'm very happy with what I've got, but I'd quite like a 1963 P Bass, sunburst/tort/rosewood. All original w/case. Clay dots, etc. etc. Even though I don't like sunburst. Or tort. Or rosewood... and an Ampeg SVT CL/Classic 8X10. And someone to carry it all. See? If money was no object I'd be wasting it left right and centre. [/quote] A few years ago I went out with the money in my pocket to buy exactly what you describe as the ultimate P Bass , and eventually came home with an straight out of the box 2009 American Standard Precision Bass and most of my money still intact , because I thought the new bass was better all round . I'd still love an SVT rig , though, preferably a vintage one that breaks down all the time . Edited October 21, 2013 by Dingus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alembic63 Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Alembic Stanley Clarke sig for me........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1382305125' post='2250535'] In much the same boat, with my BC Rich Eagle. Would love a year-of-birth Mockingbird, mind. That would probably be my wallet-burster. [/quote] If you ever think about actually buying a Mockingbird, Gus, I would strongly recommend trying it on a strap before you part with any money . In my experience , they are one of the most badly balanced and uncomfortable basses ever. You are much better off with your Eagle in terms of playability . A Mockingbird does look amazing , though . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterfire666 Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 a custom 33'' scale dual p eqquiped xylem bass with maple fretboard, blackwalnut top and custom inlays, just like the one i have on order :^) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 All of them. You are all lightweights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Already own mine, can't think of anything that would top it. Yes, I am a fortunate son. thank you please RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Count Bassy Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 A 32" headless five string with a decent B string, 24 frets, 16mm string spacing (at the bridge). (Status probably make the closest thing to this - but unfortunately money is an object in real life) If I were to be really extreme then Id say a twin neck fretted/fretless version of the above, but cleverly designed so that the two halves would disconnect and be played separately if required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I have been thinking now can I do this spend the hypothetical money on buying as many cheapish basses as possible and give them to all the kids who want to learn but they cannot afford an instrument? thats what I would do if I had loads of money anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 American Standard Precision. Get one and get a seat at the top table of bass ownership - at the head of the table where the King sits. From about £500 used to £1050 new - so money is indeed no object for most people. No better bass. Accept no imitations. Strap on. Rock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 If we're talking celebrity basses I'd go for Lemmy's maple boarded Rick. Just to see if it really is a Rick. And then publicly burn it if it turns out to be a 'faker, just to keep JH happy. Oh, and welcome back to the forum Anne Marie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1382361332' post='2251137'] No pickles, for starters. [/quote] No, stuff 'em in - I like pickles. Nice and tangy in the upper mids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='Musky' timestamp='1382375737' post='2251430'] Oh, and welcome back to the forum Anne Marie. [/quote] I told you to call me "Dave " when we're out in public . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1382353351' post='2250929'] Macca's violin bass. That would do me. Got to be the most valuable, iconic bass. Ever. [/quote] Maybe even most valuable, iconic musical instrument. Ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1382376466' post='2251445'] I told you to call me "Dave " when we're out in public . [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1382362108' post='2251155'] If you ever think about actually buying a Mockingbird, Gus, I would strongly recommend trying it on a strap before you part with any money . In my experience , they are one of the most badly balanced and uncomfortable basses ever. You are much better off with your Eagle in terms of playability . A Mockingbird does look amazing , though . [/quote] Yeah. I did have a cheaper, modern version - and the balance was hideous! Still, what a looker! Koa Eagle would be nice, though. Now I have the cash, you never see them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 (edited) Got it already, A Bongo Dargie Delight in Logan Green (the one below). That said, I'm a noob, and might change this quickly as I gain more experience. For example, the fretless StingRay 5 took me by storm, and I might switch to that one given some more practising. Also, of my life's dream basses, I still have not owned a Longhorn 58, Rick, Mockingbird, Alembic, Streamer or Wal, so maybe one of them could be the one. [url="http://s1170.photobucket.com/user/basstractor1/media/mm-bongo-hh-dargie-delight-_zpsa7e53372.jpg.html"][/url] Edited October 21, 2013 by BassTractor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1382378549' post='2251493'] Koa Eagle would be nice, though. Now I have the cash, you never see them! [/quote] You can pick up the koa Eagles in the States for sensible money if you keep your eyes open . Those basses were made to last , so most of them have survived the last thirty or so years , but the electrics usually need a bit of a service ( as well as a PhD in electronic engineering to be able to understand them . ) I saw a pair of all original , fairly good condition Eagles , 78 koa and 79 maple respectively, for $1100 each in Atlanta last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I would love to have one of these to noodle on - an Alembic Brown Bass which are $7k+ new and so out of sensible reach [attachment=146652:14143_45viewL.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 This... Not his dearest bass by a long shot, but still out of my reach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1382385772' post='2251625'] This... Not his dearest bass by a long shot, but still out of my reach. [/quote] Looks like something an elf would use to kill orcs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='Legion' timestamp='1382386295' post='2251636'] Looks like something an elf would use to kill orcs [/quote] "This bass kills Orcs..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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