FS Ibanez EHB 5 string, lightweight & optional with Aguilar PU’s - From £300 (Faulty truss nut) £300 Plymouth Devon

[Raslee]

I recently listed this fantastic lightweight bass for sale and sold it here for £600. Unfortunately, I later discovered via the buyer that the truss rod nut was sadly stripped, something I hadn’t noticed during my ownership, as I never needed to adjust it. The action was consistently excellent with both roundwound and flatwound strings, and intonation was always spot on, so this came as a disappointing surprise.

 

In true Basschat old guard fashion, I immediately refunded the buyer and took the bass back, knowing it’s still a very playable instrument. That said, I rarely play it, and to be honest, I don’t often reach for a 5-string at present - my band where I play 5's is typically on it's next 3yr hiatus. Plus my Sandberg Superlight 5 gets most of the attention, especially since it’s lighter than this one.

 

So, I’ve decided to relist it with the faulty truss nut at a big discounted price to see if it sells, not too fussed if not. It still plays beautifully and would be a great deal for someone who’s okay with the truss rod being non-functional (unless you repair it or find a workaround).

 

It’s currently fitted with a fantastic set of Aguilar pickups, a major upgrade over the original Bartolini, and they really make the bass sing. I’m asking £400 with the Aguilars, or £300 if you’d prefer it with the original Barts reinstalled. It’s still strung with the flats, has a low action, sounds great, and will continue to do so for years. Comes with the Ibanez gig bag as well. Only has the Santa Cruz sticker now too, easily removed! 

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