john_the_bass Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 (edited) Revised my requirements to very simply a Gibson ES-335. Seen a couple but details aren't especially forthcoming on one in particular so I am still looking. I have this: 2002 3EQ Stingray 4 with OHSC. Bass is virtually mint and has a set of Elixirs on of which the coating is starting to peel at the pickup end. I had it dated on the EBMM forum - I think it's April or June 2002. And this: 2005 USA P Bass S1 with OHSC. Bass is in excellent condition, it's not mint, but there are no chips, dents, dings, scuffs or missing paint - just buckle rash on the back really, which hasn't split the finish, but I suppose because it's black, it shows up a bit more, and there is some wear from plastic cuff buttons on the forearm contour - but again, not through the finish and probably shows up more because it's black. I suppose it looks like the lacquer has dulled a bit in that area. Oh, and there is a mark on the very end of the headstock where I whacked it on the big glass lampshade in the diining room - entirely my fault, see the pic below of the mark. This must be a regular thing as my first P bass had had the same treatment a long time before I ever laid eyes on it. I know everybody says the same thing, but it is the best P Bass I've ever played, which is why I still have it and not the other two P Basses I've owned (my JV included). Both basses were set up by Howard Smith in Leicester, but I think he has done a particularly good job with this one. Currently has an almost dead set of D'Addario half rounds fitted, but I will change these if you prefer. Anyway, due to current circumstances, I can't really part with them for cash as it will probably disappear before I can get another guitar, so if anybody has a 335 that they would be looking to trade (or a very good Les Paul that I could possibly trade for a 335 somewhere down the line), then I would be very open to the idea. I have ZERO spare cash at the moment as I have basically no income while I am looking for another job. So if you have either a 335 in Cherry ideally, but also like the tobacco bursts or a good Les Paul (Custom or a nice Standard - not really after a Studio, Classic, Special, Junior. Would also consider a Deluxe) and you would like a couple of nice basses, please get in touch. Edited April 3, 2009 by john_the_bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raggy Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 You will have to call yourself john_the_guitar now. If you are thinking of selling the basses at any time, can you PM me and let me know please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I'd like the ABM Mini 15. What else would you be interested in swapping it for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted March 18, 2009 Author Share Posted March 18, 2009 john_the_guitar - not sure the mods would approve Stevie - I'm not interested in anything else to be honest. I have a fairly good idea of where I want to go with my guitar rig, which involves the stuff up the top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flychris Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I've only got a Fender custom shop telecaster to propose not a 52 style .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I know it's not exactly what you're looking for but it could well do the job. I've got a Giffin Q7, which does a great Tele and Strat sound, plus more raunchy P90-type tones. By far the best guitar I've ever played, which is why I have kept it. Here's a picture of Andy Summers playing the very one I have: [url="http://www.giffinguitars.com/client_list.htm"]http://www.giffinguitars.com/client_list.htm[/url]. I quite fancy swapping it for the Stingray. As it's such a rare guitar, I'd be happy to let you have it on trial. I've also got the original (rave) review from Guitarist magazine if you'd like to see it. Have I told the story about the time I walked into Roger Giffin's workshop and he had Hank Marvin's red Strat on the bench? Yes, that one! I actually picked it up. Hank had taken it in to a repairer on Denmark Street, who had made a real mess of it. I couldn't believe it! That repairer is still in business, and quite well known, but my lips are sealed as to his identity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 [quote name='stevie' post='439442' date='Mar 19 2009, 05:11 PM']I know it's not exactly what you're looking for but it could well do the job. I've got a Giffin Q7, which does a great Tele and Strat sound, plus more raunchy P90-type tones. By far the best guitar I've ever played, which is why I have kept it. Here's a picture of Andy Summers playing the very one I have: [url="http://www.giffinguitars.com/client_list.htm"]http://www.giffinguitars.com/client_list.htm[/url]. I quite fancy swapping it for the Stingray. As it's such a rare guitar, I'd be happy to let you have it on trial. I've also got the original (rave) review from Guitarist magazine if you'd like to see it. Have I told the story about the time I walked into Roger Giffin's workshop and he had Hank Marvin's red Strat on the bench? Yes, that one! I actually picked it up. Hank had taken it in to a repairer on Denmark Street, who had made a real mess of it. I couldn't believe it! That repairer is still in business, and quite well known, but my lips are sealed as to his identity.[/quote] I wish I had a Stingray to trade.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted March 19, 2009 Author Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) Edited due to requirement changes Edited March 27, 2009 by john_the_bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted March 20, 2009 Author Share Posted March 20, 2009 (edited) If anybody has one of these or one of these Let me know! Edited March 27, 2009 by john_the_bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flychris Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 No, just a mix of them ... (tele with P90 PU ...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 Right - I've got a Mesa coming, so I guess I'd swap the 'ray for a tele and a jazzmaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exile252 Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 ooooh I have a 52' Reissuse tele, but its only a MIM hehe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted March 27, 2009 Author Share Posted March 27, 2009 (edited) el-bumpo. I have radically revised my requirements as I have swapped my SG for a Mesa Express so I am looking for another humbucker equipped guitar, particularly a 335. The original post has been updated with pics. Edit: Must stress, not looking for anything especially fancy, but must be in excellent condition - ideally, the same condition as the basses. Doesn't need to be anything old or special - anything from the last 10 years will do, likewise it doesn't need to have a fancy top (although it would help with an LP Standard). Cheers Edited March 27, 2009 by john_the_bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 All gone through ebay now - looking for a 335 if anybody has one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 [quote name='john_the_bass' post='453594' date='Apr 3 2009, 06:54 PM']All gone through ebay now - looking for a 335 if anybody has one[/quote] John_The_ Doesn't have the same ring to it mate!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 Well I'll - er - address that at some point in the future. When I've got a bit more cash, I'll wait until you buy another P Bass Nick and then I'll take it off your hands!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 [quote name='john_the_bass' post='453718' date='Apr 3 2009, 10:21 PM']Well I'll - er - address that at some point in the future. When I've got a bit more cash, I'll wait until you buy another P Bass Nick and then I'll take it off your hands!![/quote] OHM has already replaced the one he sold to me! How about John_The_Apostate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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