Marcus Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 (edited) Hi Guys, just putting out a feeler for this rare and outstanding instrument..... I'm sure many of you will know the standard of the instruments John makes, the attention to detail in making these instruments puts the fender custom shop (even the masterbuilds) to shame.... John Doesn't take orders for instruments any more so you'll be lucky to get one from him direct and they are the proverbial rocking horse do dah on the 2nd hand market..... I'm selling because I'm committing to 1 instrument for my live work and as it's a tribute situation i've got to go with an authentic instrument..... Also I've just spent a fortune doing up a bass and I still want some Simms Led's to finish it off.... This Bass rings like a piano and resonates like no modern bass i've had..... it's just like a great pre CBS Jazz !! here's the bass on the bravewood site.... it's in the same 10/10 condition as it was built in..... [url="http://www.bravewoodguitars.co.uk/BlondeJtype60.html"]http://www.bravewoodguitars.co.uk/BlondeJtype60.html[/url] If anyone wants any further info or photo's then that's no problem, PM me, I'm offering it exclusively to the BassChat community for a week, if it's not sold here it'll go on ebay..... [b]£900 [/b] [b]May take Px up to £600 - Hit me with something ! might fancy, Warwick, Spector, Musicman, Status, G&L Lakland...... etc etc[/b] Cheers Mark Edited September 20, 2007 by Marcus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdy Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 I owned this instrument and can vouch for the amazing sound it puts out. It's got wizard pick ups I believe and certainly looks the part for anyone wanting a new old fender!! Steve [quote name='Marcus' post='60496' date='Sep 14 2007, 05:45 PM']Hi Guys, just putting out a feeler for this rare and outstanding instrument..... I'm sure many of you will know the standard of the instruments John makes, the attention to detail in making these instruments puts the fender custom shop (even the masterbuilds) to shame.... John Doesn't take orders for instruments any more so you'll be lucky to get one from him direct and they are the proverbial rocking horse do dah on the 2nd hand market..... I'm selling because I'm committing to 1 instrument for my live work and as it's a tribute situation i've got to go with an authentic instrument..... Also I've just spent a fortune doing up a bass and I still want some Simms Led's to finish it off.... This Bass rings like a piano and resonates like no modern bass i've had..... it's just like a great pre CBS Jazz !! here's the bass on the bravewood site.... it's in the same 10/10 condition as it was built in..... [url="http://www.bravewoodguitars.co.uk/BlondeJtype60.html"]http://www.bravewoodguitars.co.uk/BlondeJtype60.html[/url] If anyone wants any further info or photo's then that's no problem, PM me, I'm offering it exclusively to the BassChat community for a week, if it's not sold here it'll go on ebay..... I'm really not looking for trades on any other instrument, but may consider a GK RB1001 mkII head or a RB 210 cab Cheers Mark[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theosd Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 You know what I'm gonna say .... ... Price?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 14, 2007 Author Share Posted September 14, 2007 (edited) [quote name='theosd' post='60503' date='Sep 14 2007, 05:55 PM']You know what I'm gonna say .... ... Price?? [/quote] At This Stage I'm Open to [b]Sensible[/b] Offers ! I have a fair valuation in mind and i'm not interested in ripping anyone off..... it is a pretty rare and sought after instrument, so i'm sure the market here or ebay will find the right valuation for it.... Cheers Edited September 14, 2007 by Marcus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mokl Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 If this is anything like as good as my Bravewood fretless, it'll be an amazing bass. Wish I could make you an offer, I desparately want a fretted partner for mine. Good luck with the sale mate. Whoever buys this is a lucky bugger! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 14, 2007 Author Share Posted September 14, 2007 I'll take my old Fodera back as a swap if you like !! [quote name='Mokl' post='60589' date='Sep 14 2007, 08:46 PM']If this is anything like as good as my Bravewood fretless, it'll be an amazing bass. Wish I could make you an offer, I desparately want a fretted partner for mine. Good luck with the sale mate. Whoever buys this is a lucky bugger![/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_the_bass Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 if there was any remote way i could justify the appearance of this in our house, i'd have it unfortunately, i've not got the room or the money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 [quote name='Marcus' post='60505' date='Sep 14 2007, 05:57 PM']At This Stage I'm Open to [b]Sensible[/b] Offers ! I have a fair valuation in mind and i'm not interested in ripping anyone off..... i[/quote] Lovely bass, but I've never heard of it nor am I psychic. Give us a clue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 14, 2007 Author Share Posted September 14, 2007 (edited) [quote name='Shaggy' post='60596' date='Sep 14 2007, 08:58 PM']Lovely bass, but I've never heard of it nor am I psychic. Give us a clue![/quote] OIRO £1000 [b]Reduced to £900[/b] Edited September 16, 2007 by Marcus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 14, 2007 Share Posted September 14, 2007 Wow....more than I was expecting!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 15, 2007 Author Share Posted September 15, 2007 (edited) [quote name='Mike' post='60653' date='Sep 14 2007, 11:15 PM']Wow....more than I was expecting!![/quote] Really ? where would [b]you[/b] value the most authentic recreation of a 1960 stack Knob Jazz money can buy? Hand built by a master craftsman to exacting detail with love, care and true passion for what he does as a Bass Player himself and a Fender Enthusiast. If John operated a waiting list it would be years long.... when was the last time you saw a Bravewood advertised 2nd hand ? a 2nd hand USA reissue stack knob would go for £750 and it's built by "numbers" and put together by unskilled assembly workers ! I've has 2 of them and they both had rubber necks that wouldn't set up because the wood used was was a tree a week ago and they don't use graphite in the re-issues to keep them straight..... ofcourse you could have a MIM 60's Reissue for £600 built by Mexican Roadsweepers !! I know which I'd go for..... I hope that adds some perspective to what I'm offering for sale here Edited September 15, 2007 by Marcus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Okay - fair enough, my apologies. Not too sure about the "mexican roadsweepers" comment, I imagine they're full-time Fender workers, but point taken. Good luck with the sale, looks like a super bass. But, a la Dragon's Den - I'm out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mokl Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 [quote name='Marcus' post='60590' date='Sep 14 2007, 08:52 PM']I'll take my old Fodera back as a swap if you like !! [/quote] LOL! Not on your life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 [quote name='Marcus' post='60611' date='Sep 14 2007, 09:12 PM']OIRO £1000[/quote] Your openness appreciated, and it sounds like a fair price bearing in mind your description. If I hadn't just bought Walbassists '73 Precision I'd be seriously interested. Have a bump, and good luck with the sale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 I'll have to take a look at this luthier. Why do you think he isn't more well known for his high standard of work? Niche market perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 16, 2007 Author Share Posted September 16, 2007 [quote name='Mike' post='61080' date='Sep 16 2007, 11:22 AM']I'll have to take a look at this luthier. Why do you think he isn't more well known for his high standard of work? Niche market perhaps?[/quote] John's happy the way he is..... he's got more than enough demand for his instruments as a 1 man band, there are ofcourse other obvious reasons why he's not looking for mass exposure...... a certain well known USA guitar manufacturer for example ! Those who know..... know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 Thanks for the info Marcus, very interesting. I'd love to check out this bass. Shame you're in the NE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul, the Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 [quote name='Marcus' post='61138' date='Sep 16 2007, 01:24 PM']John's happy the way he is..... he's got more than enough demand for his instruments as a 1 man band, there are ofcourse other obvious reasons why he's not looking for mass exposure...... a certain well known USA guitar manufacturer for example ! Those who know..... know...[/quote] Why would Carvin have a problem with him making Fender rep's? ...ohhh --- Lovely bass, the stacked knobs are a bit too '50s pick-up for me. You ought to get some soundclips up. What sort of pickups are used? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 16, 2007 Author Share Posted September 16, 2007 [quote name='paul, the' post='61161' date='Sep 16 2007, 02:00 PM']Why would Carvin have a problem with him making Fender rep's? ...ohhh --- Lovely bass, the stacked knobs are a bit too '50s pick-up for me. You ought to get some soundclips up. What sort of pickups are used?[/quote] The Pickups are Wizard..... Forgot to mention guys..... the bass in incredibly light, without doubt the lightest fender bass i've owned (incl 6 Custom Shop Basses) Re Sound Clips .... yeah would be a great idea but i've not got any real recording facilities at home..... I'll ponder a while on that one.... Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 16, 2007 Author Share Posted September 16, 2007 OK Guys...... I'm offering the Bass at a £900 to speed up the sale process.... Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 17, 2007 Author Share Posted September 17, 2007 Monday Morning Bump.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 18, 2007 Author Share Posted September 18, 2007 Birthday Bump from me.... If someone wants to give me a nice pressie.... then £900 ono will do !! Birthday Boy !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Happy Bumpday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Happy Burpday Mark. You don't look a day over 37! I nice guy to deal with (even when it's not his birthday) so have no fears over dealing with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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