juliusmonk Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 (edited) NOTE TRADE VALUE ABOVE IS INCORRECT Hi all, Lovely little bass here! I ordered this a while ago out of curiosity about short scale basses (30"). As it happens, it took quite a bit longer to deliver than expected, so I (of course) got carried away in the meantime and now this is surplus to requirements! So a unique opportunity to grab a brand new bass at a great price and without waiting time... This is the standard version of Scott's offering, passive (volume, tone, pickup switch), manufactured in China. Lovely all around, the bass has plenty of punch and definition. If I were to keep it, I'd try to string it piccolo or tenor, it looks like it will be fab - but it is very good with standard tuning too. The 'Alembicized' body shape forces you to try your Stanley Clarke riffs immediately! It is very light too, but feels adequately substantial due to the thicker body shape. The neck is pretty great, very easy to navigate. These go at 600+ Euro new including the fitted hard case, I'll let it go for 485 Euro (or 370 gbp) shipping included. All MINT, obviously. Grab it while you can! Cheers [URL=http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/juliusmonk/media/CA3AF033-3BD2-4DF2-A0E4-CD1574E7E475_zpseqbja8ud.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/CA3AF033-3BD2-4DF2-A0E4-CD1574E7E475_zpseqbja8ud.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/juliusmonk/media/4600B193-BB94-4035-A898-BC83A2091765_zpse7oclf5u.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/4600B193-BB94-4035-A898-BC83A2091765_zpse7oclf5u.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/juliusmonk/media/47285FE7-E675-4E2B-8F15-EBC195F2A897_zpskamhuo28.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/47285FE7-E675-4E2B-8F15-EBC195F2A897_zpskamhuo28.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/juliusmonk/media/4183D068-59C2-4A61-94E4-93B094F3C03B_zpshlufxen8.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/4183D068-59C2-4A61-94E4-93B094F3C03B_zpshlufxen8.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/juliusmonk/media/E1A98356-FFC3-4BD1-9A87-9E134CE58974_zpsgaitcggu.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/E1A98356-FFC3-4BD1-9A87-9E134CE58974_zpsgaitcggu.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Edited June 6, 2016 by juliusmonk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 I can't even tell you how much I want this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenmanhumming Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 nice, how much does it weigh? do you know what the body wood is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliusmonk Posted May 31, 2016 Author Share Posted May 31, 2016 (edited) Will try to get an accurate weight tomorrow, would be surprised it is more than 3.5 kg. The body wood is solid ash. Edited May 31, 2016 by juliusmonk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Number6 Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 These are very cool looking basses. GLWTS 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 I've played a few of these and they are great basses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblueplanet Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 I believe Scott uses these himself on tour and in the studio. Must say something as to the quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 You guys aren't helping haha, I'm seriously considering it but don't know how to raise the cash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 [quote name='sblueplanet' timestamp='1464729479' post='3062017'] I believe Scott uses these himself on tour and in the studio. Must say something as to the quality. [/quote] This is true, he is currently using them with Big Country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) [quote name='ead' timestamp='1464764715' post='3062210'] This is true, he is currently using them with Big Country. [/quote] http://www.youtu.be/-1RCQ8guHSk Edited June 1, 2016 by Grangur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badass Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Is this £370 or £500. I see an edit yesterday, so was it reduced? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliusmonk Posted June 1, 2016 Author Share Posted June 1, 2016 Sorry - my bad, got the currency wrong and a fellow basschatter immediately alerted me. It is 370£ including hardcase and shipping, new these are 470£. There is no reduction, just a correction - 500£ would be higher than new! Apologies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 My ash-bodied SWB-1 weighs around 3kg / 6.6lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenmanhumming Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 The Scott Whitley website says 7lbs or 3.2Kg. Interesting that yours is lighter. Apparently the mahogany version is also lighter, though no weight is given. I was hoping for under 3Kg, but I don't think that will happen with ash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 [quote name='greenmanhumming' timestamp='1464782665' post='3062437'] The Scott Whitley website says 7lbs or 3.2Kg. Interesting that yours is lighter. Apparently the mahogany version is also lighter, though no weight is given. I was hoping for under 3Kg, but I don't think that will happen with ash. [/quote] Basses vary in weight. You can't avoid it, its in the wood. So, they might give out a higher weight on the site as folk might whinge about it if they ordered a bass and received a heavier one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twincam Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 [quote name='ead' timestamp='1464764715' post='3062210'] This is true, he is currently using them with Big Country. [/quote] Very cool and Scott is a great player. But as a big country fan I have trouble actually calling them big country. They should rename themselves almost big country. Same with other bands who carry on with 50% or less of its members. And don't even sound like the original lineup. Nice looking shortscale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 [quote name='greenmanhumming' timestamp='1464782665' post='3062437'] The Scott Whitley website says 7lbs or 3.2Kg. Interesting that yours is lighter. Apparently the mahogany version is also lighter, though no weight is given. I was hoping for under 3Kg, but I don't think that will happen with ash. [/quote] I'd go with the weight on Scott's website rather than the "around" figure in my post - I just stood on the bathroom scales with and without the bass and took the difference!! Even though ours are decent quality digital scales, they are probably not that accurate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All thumbs Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) [quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1464784042' post='3062461'] Very cool and Scott is a great player. But as a big country fan I have trouble actually calling them big country. They should rename themselves almost big country. Same with other bands who carry on with 50% or less of its members. And don't even sound like the original lineup. Nice looking shortscale. [/quote] Hmmm... :-) I don't normally get involved but.... We get that a lot from long-time fans. But the sad truth is that Stuart passed away and that's pretty finite as far as the original lineup goes. Bruce & Mark are still a huge part of what made Big Country the band it is, with it's very unique sound. As musicians and artists they still need to work and with MASSIVE respect for Stuart, Tony, the fans and the songs, the band continues to sound completely true to the records and at least as good live as it did back in old days. Bruce and Mark are 'on fire' currently and young Jamie (Bruce's son) is nailing Stuarts parts 100%. Everyone who's attended a concert in recent times has accepted the new line up 100%. We're currently rehearsing up for The Seer tour later this year where the band will play the album in its entirety. This is giving fans the chance to hear songs live the original lineup never got to play out. I urge you to try a gig for yourself - you won't be disappointed. PM me for dates etc.... [media]http://youtu.be/A1qntn4-FQk[/media] Glad you like the bass btw lol! :-) Edited June 1, 2016 by All thumbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All thumbs Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) [quote name='scrumpymike' timestamp='1464791566' post='3062589'] I'd go with the weight on Scott's website rather than the "around" figure in my post - I just stood on the bathroom scales with and without the bass and took the difference!! Even though ours are decent quality digital scales, they are probably not that accurate. [/quote][quote name='greenmanhumming' timestamp='1464782665' post='3062437'] The Scott Whitley website says 7lbs or 3.2Kg. Interesting that yours is lighter. Apparently the mahogany version is also lighter, though no weight is given. I was hoping for under 3Kg, but I don't think that will happen with ash. [/quote] The website weight is very slightly on the high side to be safe. Many come through slightly lighter... Edited June 1, 2016 by All thumbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twincam Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 [quote name='All thumbs' timestamp='1464793847' post='3062631'] Hmmm... :-) I don't normally get involved but.... We get that a lot from long-time fans. But the sad truth is that Stuart passed away and that's pretty finite as far as the original lineup goes. Bruce & Mark are still a huge part of what made Big Country the band it is, with it's very unique sound. As musicians and artists they still need to work and with MASSIVE respect for Stuart, Tony, the fans and the songs, the band continues to sound completely true to the records and at least as good live as it did back in old days. Bruce and Mark are 'on fire' currently and young Jamie (Bruce's son) is nailing Stuarts parts 100%. Everyone who's attended a concert in recent times has accepted the new line up 100%. We're currently rehearsing up for The Seer tour later this year where the band will play the album in its entirety. This is giving fans the chance to hear songs live the original lineup never got to play out. I urge you to try a gig for yourself - you won't be disappointed. PM me for dates etc.... [media]http://youtu.be/A1qntn4-FQk[/media] Glad you like the bass btw lol! :-) [/quote] I probably should go to a gig. I did go when Mike Peters was fronting them and thought it was great, especially as one or two lyrics had been slightly changed, I guess in reflection of Stuart's passing. Im really pleased the band is still going and from what I've seen/heard the band is doing a great job no problems with the playing as such. It's just it a little bit too different for me now. I guess it's all subjective. As said I should come to a gig with the new lineup and show my support, however just looked and your not coming to the north east?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All thumbs Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 [quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1464816931' post='3062933'] I probably should go to a gig. I did go when Mike Peters was fronting them and thought it was great, especially as one or two lyrics had been slightly changed, I guess in reflection of Stuart's passing. Im really pleased the band is still going and from what I've seen/heard the band is doing a great job no problems with the playing as such. It's just it a little bit too different for me now. I guess it's all subjective. As said I should come to a gig with the new lineup and show my support, however just looked and your not coming to the north east?? [/quote] Gutted - we seem to have played a few in the North East recently too lol. City Hall, Newcastle in March, Stockton on Tees end of last year, and Billingham last month. Hopefully some more NE gigs will be in soon. Drop me a line if you spot one, be nice to meet a fellow Basschatter! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliusmonk Posted June 6, 2016 Author Share Posted June 6, 2016 Weight is 3.3 kg on this one. To make it all matching, the price is now 330£ including original hard case and shipping! Will not go lower, sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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shantijoe Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Hi Carlos I've pM'd you about buying and paying, Thanks, joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shantijoe Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Hi Carlos Please see my private message about paying for this, Thanks, joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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