Kingbassist Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 (edited) UPDATE 29th MAY - I'm reducing the price to £1100 now. That's a lot of bass for the money! :-) Hi everyone, I'm putting up for sale my McIntyre Jazz bass 5. Made by Chris McIntyre, well respected luthier, formally building for The Gallery. Here's the spec: 1 piece Ash body Overlaid flame maple top Figured maple neck Ebony fingerboard with cream binding a blue side position L.E.Ds Nordstrand Big Splits - Plastic covers have been professionally shielded by Paul Herman of Charlie Chandlers Guitars Audere Audio preamp 18 Volt circuitry Matt Black finish Hipshot Ultralight Tuners ABM bridge Strap Locks Comfort Strap Small initials IK in mother-of-pearl in between 23rd & 24th fret Set up by Paul Herman of Charlie Chandlers Guitars Comes with plastic moulded hard case. String spacing is 19mm at the bridge. The nut is 48mm wide. Slim, fast neck. Used with a few marks here and there but generally in good condition. I'm selling due to rationalisation of my bass collection. I'm looking for £1200. Pictures coming soon. Anyone interested. I'm based in Guildford if anyone wants to come try it. Ian Edited June 12, 2009 by Kingbassist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_russ Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 Gaargh - this sounds awesome and so local aswell I'm very interested in pics - I'm going to check the bank balance right now R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted May 14, 2009 Author Share Posted May 14, 2009 [quote name='mr_russ' post='487959' date='May 14 2009, 02:53 PM']Gaargh - this sounds awesome and so local aswell I'm very interested in pics - I'm going to check the bank balance right now R[/quote] Cool.. Like I said, you're welcome to come and try the bass.. Cheers, Ian P.S. It comes with a moulded plastic hardcase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_russ Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 I might just do that - pm about to be sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJE Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 Really interested, cant wait to see those pictures. Nathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 You have PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted May 15, 2009 Author Share Posted May 15, 2009 [quote name='NJE' post='488029' date='May 14 2009, 04:05 PM']Really interested, cant wait to see those pictures. Nathan[/quote] Updated with pics now, cheers - Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDM Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 You're not James Leach from Sikth are you? I think he played a very similar McIntyre bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elsharko Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 whats the scale length? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 [quote name='thedonutman' post='488912' date='May 15 2009, 02:22 PM']You're not James Leach from Sikth are you? I think he played a very similar McIntyre bass.[/quote] Extremely similar...In fact if I had the money this would be MY BASS!!! I'm a HUGE SiKTH fan...Damn you, Damn the banks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDM Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 (edited) [quote name='Kongo' post='489205' date='May 15 2009, 07:01 PM']Extremely similar...In fact if I had the money this would be MY BASS!!! I'm a HUGE SiKTH fan...Damn you, Damn the banks!!![/quote] After doing some googling, it looks like James Leach's bass has made it's way into the hands of this guy: He plays in a band called Red Seas Fire. Edited May 15, 2009 by thedonutman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 [quote name='thedonutman' post='489212' date='May 15 2009, 07:05 PM']After doing some googling, it looks like James Leach's bass has made it's way into the hands of this guy: He plays in a band called Red Seas Fire.[/quote] You can buy the replicas from McIntyre. They look like the kind of bass I would want. Jazz Style but with a modern edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmanady Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 Thats a really nice bass...i do think you should keep it and sell me your Overwater jazz instead ....good luck with the sale,Ady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 [quote name='elsharko' post='489051' date='May 15 2009, 04:38 PM']whats the scale length?[/quote] Hi there, It's a 34" scale instrument with 19mm string spacing. Cheers, Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodney72a Posted May 17, 2009 Share Posted May 17, 2009 What's the weight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted May 18, 2009 Author Share Posted May 18, 2009 [quote name='rodney72a' post='490328' date='May 17 2009, 03:32 AM']What's the weight?[/quote] Hi there, I'm not sure what the weight is, I don't have any scales at the moment. But I'd say it's a medium weight Jazz. Perfectly manageable. Thanks for looking. Let me know if you'd like to try the bass. Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted May 18, 2009 Author Share Posted May 18, 2009 So who's interested in buying this splendid bass then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil_the_bassist Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 practically every bassist on the planet...but the big question is 'who's got an appropriate pile of cash for such a stunning bass?' Good luck with the sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 [quote name='phil_the_bassist' post='491888' date='May 18 2009, 09:38 PM']practically every bassist on the planet...but the big question is 'who's got an appropriate pile of cash for such a stunning bass?' Good luck with the sale [/quote] Exactly...God knows I'd love this bass but I just don't got the wallet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sshorepunk Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 I probably don't need to add this, but, I bought the white 5 string McIntyre / Sei bass that Ian sold last year, I assume that bass was made by Chris McIntyre whilst at Sei (correct me if I am wrong Ian) If that is the case, someone will be getting a fantastic bass! Chris also did some work on my bass, all good stuff, highly recommended if you want any work doing! Good luck with the sale Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 I've recently been considering a 5-string Jazz again with a 34" scale so this is very attractive, and so near to home. Three important questions are string spacing at the nut, width of the nut and how deep is the neck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted May 20, 2009 Author Share Posted May 20, 2009 (edited) [quote name='obbm' post='492112' date='May 19 2009, 09:00 AM']I've recently been considering a 5-string Jazz again with a 34" scale so this is very attractive, and so near to home. Three important questions are string spacing at the nut, width of the nut and how deep is the neck?[/quote] I've just done some measuring (albeit with just a regular plastic ruler so it may not be 100% accurate) but it seems these are the dimentions: Nut width - 48mm String spacing at the nut (measured from the middle of a string to the middle of the next string) - 10mm Depth of neck - roughly 20mm at nut to 25mm at neck/body joint These are just a rough guide though. It would be best to try the bass. I would say that the neck is a 'fast' one. Not very deep and very easy to get around. The whole instrument is a sleek, modern take on a Jazz bass. Thanks for looking! Edited May 20, 2009 by Kingbassist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingbassist Posted June 4, 2009 Author Share Posted June 4, 2009 I'm reducing the price to £1100 now. That's a lot of bass for the money! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flippyfloop Posted June 4, 2009 Share Posted June 4, 2009 Drool... I would love this ! Chris's work is fantastic too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ataraxia2320 Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 (edited) I dont suppose you would be up for trading this for my Warwick Corvette $$ 5 in ocean blue + some cash?(link: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=50169)"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=50169)[/url]. Its a long shot but hey got loves a tryer right. Lovely bass exept the neck is too much for me wrist. Edited June 6, 2009 by barryenright2320 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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