Dandelion 70 Posted October 8, 2020 I have £500 cash burning hole in my pocket. If I stick it in by bank account it will just be absorbed by bills and mundane stuff. Thus, I would like to invest this in a "future classic" preferably from early 1980s. I play on an 1980,'s tribute band so it would still be used from time to time, venue permitting. I think Matsumoku would be a way to go.. Any advice or thoughts will be kindly received.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dandelion 70 Posted October 8, 2020 There is a chap selling a Peavey patriot near me for £200 but the logo has been removed from the headstock.. This upsets me.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheGreek 5,520 Posted October 8, 2020 Prices on mid 70s/ early 80s Marshall rigs seem to be on the up. I've seen amps I had trouble selling for a couple of hundred quid in the late 80s sell for £1000+. . Strats have always sold well, Teles not so much - that may be a good bet for the future. When people eventually get wise to the Class D sham, classic valve amps will inevitably become more desirable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deedee 1,073 Posted October 8, 2020 (edited) 10 hours ago, Dandelion said: I think Matsumoku would be a way to go.. I agree. Aria models will always get my vote and if you don’t like the necks on the standard SB models, look out for SB-R versions - more traditional neck dimensions and far prettier fret markers too! EDIT - Just to clarify I’m not talking about crazily priced SB-1000 models. The 600/700/900 models or R60, R80 equivalents are amazing quality and still to be had at sensible money. Edited October 9, 2020 by Deedee Typo 4 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kodiakblair 943 Posted October 9, 2020 7 hours ago, Dandelion said: There is a chap selling a Peavey patriot near me for £200 but the logo has been removed from the headstock.. This upsets me.. Is that the one with the DIY scratchplate and the pickup lettering highlighted with Tippex ? If so, it upsets me too 😁 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itu 935 Posted October 9, 2020 Peavey G-bass may be a bit newer than wanted. Graphite, 35"... Ibanez Blazer series, maple is common, rosewood a bit rarer. Nearly anything from Matsumoku. Guild Pilot is one nice bass. Kawai is already pricey, MIJ Fender Lytes, Kramer... Japanese copy of some other brand's model like a 4001 or a 4005. But not a single ABG: light sound, mediocre quality. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
P-Belly Evans 218 Posted October 9, 2020 Westone Thunder? Lovely basses, loads of different versions. Heavy as hell though. I have the Thunder II with super boomer pickups, through neck, xlr input added and I don't think it is a stock colour either. The Westone forum is a good place to go to see differing models. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paul_5 1,172 Posted October 9, 2020 Nothing says '80s' like headless. Just saying... 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skybone 965 Posted October 9, 2020 (edited) Matsumoku is definitely the way to go, an Aria Pro II or a Westone (Thunder II or III). Ibanez are always a great choice, maybe a Musician or Roadstar. Edited October 9, 2020 by Skybone 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hooky_lowdown 848 Posted October 9, 2020 Steinberger, nowt more 80s or future classic... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beedster 3,097 Posted October 9, 2020 Gotta be Westone 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karlfer 824 Posted October 9, 2020 Hohner Jack's are steadily increasing, worth a look perhaps. Pretty good basses as well. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ezbass 2,594 Posted October 9, 2020 (edited) Another vote for Westone Thunder or an Aria SB. EDIT: Just seen this at The Gallery https://thebassgallery.com/collections/bass/products/westone-thunder-1 Edited October 9, 2020 by ezbass 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rich 5,272 Posted October 9, 2020 2 hours ago, paul_5 said: Nothing says '80s' like headless. Just saying... This. How about a Washburn Status? Within your price bracket. And if you see a Westone Superheadless, grab with both hands. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skybone 965 Posted October 9, 2020 Yamaha BB's. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lfalex v1.1 701 Posted October 9, 2020 12 hours ago, Deedee said: I agree. Aria models will always get my vote and if you don’t like the necks on the standard SB models, look out for SB-R versions - more traditional neck dimensions and far prettier fret markers too! EDIT - Just to clarify I’m not talking about crazily priced SB-1000 models. The 600/700/900 models or R60, R80 equivalents are amazing quality and still to be had at sensible money. Definitely an SB700 if one can be had for £500. I should imagine an Ibanez MC 924 would be more than that, but I wouldn't mind one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftyJ 693 Posted October 9, 2020 3 hours ago, Rich said: This. How about a Washburn Status? Within your price bracket. And if you see a Westone Superheadless, grab with both hands. Came here to say this. Washburn S1000! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hellzero 3,995 Posted October 9, 2020 Headless for sure, but also pointy headstock basses... But which one would become a collector apart from a Steinberger XL2 (already very pricey) : no ideas, nor clues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shaggy 572 Posted October 9, 2020 (edited) Some great advice above........ If it was me; as I tend to go for vintage US-made basses I’d be looking at one of the lower range early alu-necked Kramers, which I reckon are still “sleepers” and can be found cheap if you’re lucky. A nice headless Duke on evilBay at the moment, for that total ‘80’s look - it’s the more desirable deluxe model too: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kramer-The-Duke-Deluxe-Bass-with-Original-Hard-Case/133484502756?hash=item1f144bdee4:g: edit: another one just in budget (who can ship): https://reverb.com/uk/item/35973344-kramer-the-duke-1983-85-headless-bass-w-original-case?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=1726164661&utm_content=campaignid=1726164661_adgroupid=70264195649_productpartitionid=822887595494=merchantid=254031776_productid=35973344_keyword=_device=t_adposition=_matchtype=_creative=391637461803&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjN6q0NGn7AIV0N_tCh1MOgT-EAQYAiABEgJawPD_BwE Edited October 9, 2020 by Shaggy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Happy Jack 4,270 Posted October 9, 2020 6 hours ago, paul_5 said: Nothing says '80s' like headless. Just saying... Exactly this. What you need is a Westone 'The Rail'. Makes an 80s statement like no other bass. This one sold for £400, which is a bit on the low side, but a £500 budget should see you right. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Westone-The-Rail-headless-bass-with-original-gig-bag/303669772967?hash=item46b42102a7:g:dusAAOSwcFhfS9VN 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hellzero 3,995 Posted October 9, 2020 I still have a see through red Kramer The Duke (Deluxe). Great basses indeed. May put it for sale one of these days... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dandelion 70 Posted October 9, 2020 Right.... I have taken a punt on something. I will let you know if it comes off. Its a bit niche though... 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lfalex v1.1 701 Posted October 9, 2020 I'm intrigued now... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doctor J 2,185 Posted October 9, 2020 Perhaps a smidge too late, I see, but late 80's Ibanez SRs and SBs are the future as seen through the eyes of the past. A SR800 or SR1000 will have your back in any fight, while the SB900 or SB1200 can take any out an eye in the blink of an... well, you get what I'm saying. None of us are getting any younger so their light weight is just right for our ageing cuff rotators. Plus, the necks are slim but not super skinny so they're easy to adjust to. Matsumoku is for broken shouldered hipsters who can't raise their left arm over their head anymore, while all the cool kids hang out at Fujigen 😁 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul S 3,166 Posted October 9, 2020 Yamaha BX-1 would get my vote. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
