Rayman Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) I've only had this bass a few days, but having gigged it and rehearsed with it, I've decided it's not quite for me, as much as I love the thing. Pics taken on my phone, sorry about that, my camera is playing up. Anyway, it's only a few months old, and is almost unmarked. It's fitted with TV Jones Thundertron pickups, which are fabulous sounding, and currently fitted with brand new D'Addario Pro Steel [i]medium[/i] scale, which is what it requires, not the short scale strings you might think it needs. What can I say?? It's stunning, and rare, I've never seen one before. This bass was a very reasonable £1300 a few months ago, so I'm after £850, no offers, sorry. Tradewise? Sandberg PM4 or PM5, Marcus Miller 4 or 5, Warwick Streamer Stage 1 or 2. I'll listen to other ideas though. It comes in it's Gretsch TKL hard case, and I can deliver within reason, I'm in Manchester, sorry Cornwall or Scotland are a bit far!! Gutted this baby didn't work out for me, and I [i]REALLY[/i] hope someone will give this superb instrument a good home. Edited January 28, 2009 by Rayman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GreeneKing Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I've lusted after a Gretsch for many years Russ and that is beautiful. I have no Sandberg, at least I don't think I've one tucked away Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 Ha ha, are you sure Pete?? There might be one there somewhere ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I just need to work out how to change the lettering on the headstock of my Squier ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 Squi...Sq....San....Sandberg.....it might work you know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galilee Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Schwiiiing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mzungu71 Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Oooooh, that's niiiiiiice!!!! If only. Btw Russ, the Trace rig I bought off you last year is still going strong and sounding great Cheers Have a bump on me Cheers Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 [quote name='Mzungu71' post='392921' date='Jan 27 2009, 05:01 PM']Oooooh, that's niiiiiiice!!!! If only. Btw Russ, the Trace rig I bought off you last year is still going strong and sounding great Cheers Have a bump on me Cheers Gary[/quote] Brilliant mate, happy to hear it, it was a great amp that. I don't miss carrying it though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayFW Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Crikey Russ. That was quick. Shame it didn't work for you as it's a stunning looking thing. Good luck with the sale/trade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Gulpmongous mate - that's a stylish bass Russ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madzombieguy Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 That is beautiful... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deep Thought Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Corr, that's nice-but you won't have to worry about shipping it to Cornwall! I've blown enough this month on kit! Good luck with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YouMa Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Gretsch=quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Phibes Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Wow, that would look sooo good next to my Tuxedo paintjobbed upright! Sadly us primary teachers don't have that kind of money to burn (and my missus would kill me!) What band do you play in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcrow Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 (edited) wow thats the first i have seen one in the flesh out of a catalogue a joy to behold want an MM5? <im near peel green/eccles> Edited January 27, 2009 by mrcrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Sorry it's not worked out for ya. I think it was only last week, we were talking about this on another thread. Love to have it but I have too many basses at the mo'. What does it sound like anyway? Bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 Yeah I know Ray, it's really an outstanding bass, but it's wasted on me, I tend to pound seven shades of you know what out of basses. This one deserves [i]way[/i] more respect than that. Soundwise, big thumping bottom end, and a nice clear top from the bridge pup, the TV Jones's are brilliant. I just need some more mid attack. Dr Phibes, I'm in a covers band, RHCP, U2, Stereophonics, Muse etc. mrcrow, I'd have had your arm off at one point, but having just moved a Stingray on, I fancied something different. It looks very very nice though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 The official blurb............. MODEL NAME G6128B, Thunder Jet¨ Bass MODEL NUMBER 241-6003-(Color#) SERIES Professional Collection COLORS (806) Mahogany Stain with Black Top CATEGORY Solid Body Bass Guitars BODY STYLE Single Cutaway SCALE LENGTH 30.3" (770mm) TOP Arched Laminated Maple BRACING N/A BACK AND SIDES Semi-Hollow Mahogany Body, 13.25" Wide, 1.75" Deep NECK 1-Piece Mahogany PICKUPS 2 TV Jones¨ Thunder'TronTM Bass Pickups PICKUP SWITCHING 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups Position 3. Neck Pickup CONTROLS Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Master Volume, Master Tone WIDTH AT NUT 1-11/16" (43mm) FRETBOARD Ebony, 12" Radius (305mm) BRIDGE Ebony-Based Bass Space ControlTM Roller-Bridge TAILPIECE Gretsch G-Cutout Tailpiece HARDWARE Chrome-Plated FINISH Gloss Urethane CASE Includes G6283 Deluxe Hardshell Case, US MSRP $220.00, P/N 0996472000 NO. OF FRETS 22 Medium Jumbo MACHINE HEADS Deluxe Sperzel¨ Chrome-Plated Locking Tuners UNIQUE FEATURES Neo Classic "Thumbnail" Inlay Position Markers, Black Headstock Overlay, Bound Fingerboard, Multiple Body Bindings, G-Arrow Knobs, Knurled Strap Retainer Knobs, Schaller¨ Straplocks, Adjustable Truss Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcrow Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 [quote name='Rayman' post='393173' date='Jan 27 2009, 09:10 PM']mrcrow, I'd have had your arm off at one point, but having just moved a Stingray on, I fancied something different. It looks very very nice though.[/quote] it will all come out in the end best of luck, rayman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I've always loved Gretsch basses but unfortunately my sportman like physique (darts is a sport) means that it is a tad uncomfortable. Your right about being aggressive with them. They handle a plectrum well, thumbing and regular finger use but if you're anything like me then I know exactly what you mean. I hammer the crap out of my Warmoth but its a big solid beasty. I'm sure the guy from Wolfmother plays something like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 [quote name='Delberthot' post='393317' date='Jan 28 2009, 12:20 AM']darts is a sport[/quote] Ahh the sport of kings, I've just acquired a signed copy of Phil Taylor's autobiography, and I'm off to see the "Legends of the Oche" in a couple of weeks, Eric Bristow, John Lowe & Bobby George. That'll be a class night out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tombboy Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Sweet Jesus Russ... WHY did you have to go and post more pics of this baby? I'm sweating now!!!!! *must resist all temptation..... must resist all temptation* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 (edited) Edited January 28, 2009 by Rayman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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