Gwilym Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 (edited) [size=5][b][url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/157911-sandberg-6-fretless/"]New cleaned up sale thread here[/url][/b][/size] Edited January 18, 2012 by Gwilym Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 Gwil, what on earth are you thinking!? I hope the GAS is truly serious enough to warrant letting those three beauties go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 ARRGH..I want that Ken Smith!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leloupa Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 Hmmm... can i see some more pictures from the MTD ? Which serial number please ? Guess you'll like the sound of the maple / rosewood neck combination more ? Looking forward to your answer, greetings, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted July 9, 2009 Author Share Posted July 9, 2009 [quote name='walbassist' post='535357' date='Jul 8 2009, 06:27 AM']Gwil, what on earth are you thinking!? I hope the GAS is truly serious enough to warrant letting those three beauties go?[/quote] hey Gareth, partly the realisation that I've only got two hands and don't want to be a "collector", and I guess a clearout of sorts pending a potential change in circumstances. GAS was also a driving factor, but it turns out I've been too slow in that department - I found out this morning and evening that the 2 basses I was GASsing for are either sold or on hold. Not a surprise, one was a spanking new NYC Sadowsky, and the nicest Sadowsky I've had the pleasure of playing. Should have been quicker off the mark and I'm surporised it lasted as long as it did. Any interest in the Smith? I know you like 'em [quote name='bubinga5' post='535551' date='Jul 8 2009, 10:42 AM']ARRGH..I want that Ken Smith!!!!![/quote] Do it Cheltenham would be a easy spot for personal delivery [quote name='leloupa' post='535664' date='Jul 8 2009, 12:30 PM']Hmmm... can i see some more pictures from the MTD ? Which serial number please ? Guess you'll like the sound of the maple / rosewood neck combination more ? Looking forward to your answer, greetings, Dave[/quote] Dave, I am about to PM you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 I dunno Gwil you've only been home half an hour and already you're stirring things up For anyone that hasn't had the pleasure of meeting Gwil I'd like to say that he's a really nice guy & definitely someone you can deal with in total confidence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 +1 and that Ken Smith is an absolute beauty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 [quote name='Happy Jack' post='536186' date='Jul 9 2009, 08:34 AM']+1 and that Ken Smith is an absolute beauty.[/quote] +2 on that.. Bought my Wal off Gwil some time back and he is a great bloke who really knows his stuff when it comes to high quality basses! Yes - that Ken Smith is fabulous... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted July 11, 2009 Author Share Posted July 11, 2009 Barrie, Jack, Nik - thanks for the kind words! The KS is indeed a belter. I knew within a minute of playing it that it would be mine It has the Smith tone, but is much warmer sounding than other Smiths I've played. That said - it tonally doesn't quite fit with the band I've been playing with, and consequently I've only played it at home occasionally in the past 3 years. It needs servicing on a more regular basis than that! I guarantee if someone picks this one up, they won't be disappointed Right, I'm pretty certain I've replied to all the PM's that I've received - if you're still waiting for a reply from me, I guess something got lost in the ether, so please let me know. Update on trades: just to say that the only trades I will consider are a F bass lined fretless 5 or 6 string. Or a 535 mtd without a wenge neck. (bonus points for a 24 fret neck, matching truss rod cover, rosewood finger board, or alder body or maybe a fretless?). By the way, I will record and post sound clips of all these once I've had the chance - in around a week or so I guess. cheers G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted July 12, 2009 Share Posted July 12, 2009 Im very eagerly awaiting sound clips of that ken smith!!! simply gorgeous,is that a bit of quilt maple in the middle with maple wings? you got me GASSING!!! again- all the best - lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted July 12, 2009 Author Share Posted July 12, 2009 [quote name='lee650' post='538754' date='Jul 12 2009, 06:56 PM']Im very eagerly awaiting sound clips of that ken smith!!! simply gorgeous,is that a bit of quilt maple in the middle with maple wings? you got me GASSING!!! again- all the best - lee[/quote] hi Lee, yeah, the whole body is maple - not sure if it's what you would call quilted though. at least it's quite different to what I would visualise when talking about a quilted top. I thought I had some more pictures at hand that I could link in showing more detail, but I'll have to get that done next weekend too. cheers G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjb Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 That Sandberg is the mutt's nuts. ^_^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 [quote name='Gwilym' post='538786' date='Jul 12 2009, 08:50 PM']hi Lee, yeah, the whole body is maple - not sure if it's what you would call quilted though. at least it's quite different to what I would visualise when talking about a quilted top. I thought I had some more pictures at hand that I could link in showing more detail, but I'll have to get that done next weekend too. cheers G[/quote] Hi G i had a look at the smith website, and it looks like a wood he,s using called western quilted maple, which does look quite diffrent, man its gorgeous!!!, im sure i could give it a good home, but id probably lose the wife a daughter been officially banned from buying anymore basses. id say good luck with the sale, but i know you dont need it mate , whoever gets this will be a happy bunny indeed!! - cheers G - lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 The Sandberg is amazing...I think I'm in love...! desperately trying to find the money right now!!! Don't fancy nocking £300 off for a quick sale do ya ;-)... thought not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted July 31, 2009 Author Share Posted July 31, 2009 [quote name='pantherairsoft' post='555867' date='Jul 30 2009, 08:55 AM']The Sandberg is amazing...I think I'm in love...! desperately trying to find the money right now!!! Don't fancy nocking £300 off for a quick sale do ya ;-)... thought not![/quote] PMs answered... for the record, the weight of the Smith is 8 lbs 12.25 oz or 3.795kg and the weight of the Sandberg is 10 lbs 4oz or 4.65kg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted August 1, 2009 Author Share Posted August 1, 2009 One thing to add - I'm going to be leaving the country in early September, so i can only sell these up to that time. Thereafter they will still be on the block, but I won't be able to physically sell them (probably) until December time. So, start saving now if you want to treat yourself at Christmas thanks for all the interest and various trade offers so far... but just to confirm that I'm only after a cash sale now on both these basses. G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comno Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 [quote name='Gwilym' post='566254' date='Aug 11 2009, 08:25 PM']last call on these if anyone wants them this side of 2010...[/quote] Hi, Is the KS traded ol sold ? I trade a beautiful PENTABUZZ Pedulla for a BSR Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted October 1, 2009 Author Share Posted October 1, 2009 [quote name='comno' post='613298' date='Sep 30 2009, 08:26 PM']Hi, Is the KS traded ol sold ? I trade a beautiful PENTABUZZ Pedulla for a BSR Regards[/quote] both basses still available, but I'm not. What I mean is that I'm not in the UK/London, where the basses are, until early December, so I can't do much about a sale until the end of the year. Thanks for the trade offe - a Pentabuzz is very tempting. Primarily looking for a cash sale, though I will have a think about it. If you're still in the market in December, maybe we can work something out. thanks! G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted November 4, 2009 Author Share Posted November 4, 2009 just had a look on the Ken Smith web site. The BSR5J [url="http://www.kensmithbasses.com/models/bsrj/bsrj.html"]http://www.kensmithbasses.com/models/bsrj/bsrj.html[/url] which is a special order bass would cost $3850 base price. By my reckoning that, once you've paid shipping and import duty would cost you over GBP2900 - so this is less than half the price of a new one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted November 26, 2009 Share Posted November 26, 2009 If only someone would buy the Trace VType I have for sale, or my Peavey 2x10 cab... I'd LOVE that Sandberg, thats stunning, just what i'm after! Unless a part ex would be tempting.. I wish! Cheers! Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cLepto-bass Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 (edited) I'd love to add this Sandberg to my collection but its too rich for my blood. Someone please get it out of my sight. :-) Edited January 1, 2010 by uzzell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted February 27, 2010 Author Share Posted February 27, 2010 I now have sourced a Ritter gig bag for this, so now the 875 includes a virtually new gig bag. So, this is still available, for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 How is this still here!!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted February 27, 2010 Author Share Posted February 27, 2010 [quote name='pantherairsoft' post='759354' date='Feb 27 2010, 07:19 PM']How is this still here!!?[/quote] thanks for the sentiments! personally, i think it's a tough time to sell, unless you are selling stuff at rock bottom prices. Also I think things typically sell on BC for less than market value, because sellers don't explore other avenues, and trust this marketplace and therefore are willing to take the hit to keep things in the family, as it were. Admittely I'm not. I've priced it at what I think is fair given what it is - a pretty unique instrument in near mint condition, and sounds fantastic too. My motivation for selling is/was out of guilt of owning more basses that I can really justify, although I'm starting to think I could justify keeping it now, we'll see in a week or so when I get back from the alps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 [quote name='Gwilym' post='759365' date='Feb 27 2010, 07:33 PM']thanks for the sentiments! personally, i think it's a tough time to sell, unless you are selling stuff at rock bottom prices. Also I think things typically sell on BC for less than market value, because sellers don't explore other avenues, and trust this marketplace and therefore are willing to take the hit to keep things in the family, as it were. Admittely I'm not. I've priced it at what I think is fair given what it is - a pretty unique instrument in near mint condition, and sounds fantastic too. My motivation for selling is/was out of guilt of owning more basses that I can really justify, although I'm starting to think I could justify keeping it now, we'll see in a week or so when I get back from the alps [/quote] I agree. Not the best time to sell. Bit holding out and not selling rock bott for the sale of selling is the right way to go! I love the instrument. We spoke about it before, then when you were in the position to sell I could t muster the funds. I see lots of basses that crop up on here, but this prob my all time fav, I loved it when you first popped it up and still peek at the thread all the time. If it was a couple of hundred quid cheaper I'd have access to the funds, but it would also be an uber bargain and of sold long ago... I will find a way to own this Shep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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