vintage_ben Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) ***THIS BASS IS NOW SOLD*** Absolutely stunning Bravewood precision bass which unfortunately has to go as I have a new Sadowsky on the way and the exchange rate is killing me. Lightweight body, one piece maple neck all finished in Nitro cellulose Olympic White. Unlike most Bravewood basses this has a factory fitted Badass II bridge and Seymour Duncan Basslines 'Quarter Pound' pickup. Although not strictly 'vintage' I think the bass is all the better for it. Photos of the bass as it appeared new are still on the Bravewood site. [url="http://www.bravewoodguitars.co.uk/customercomments.html"]http://www.bravewoodguitars.co.uk/customercomments.html[/url] (go about 2 thirds down the page, Luke from Slough) and I believe the listing from when it was originally sold is still on the forum somewhere. You'll notice it originally had a black pick guard. I've since replaced this with an anodized guard as the Olympic White and Maple neck, give it that cool late 50s look. You could easily chnage it back, or I have a tortoise guard which I can switch to if you'd prefer. The bass was made in 10/10 condition and is starting to show some signs of genuine playing wear. A 'real' Bravewood relic, well 9/10 maybe! The finish is absolutely superb, one of the best I've seen on a Fender style bass, and the build quality is superb. The neck has a lovely subtle flame. This is leagues ahead of any of the Fender custom shop basses or alternatives such as Nash who simply assemble Fender licensed parts. This is a custom built instrument through and through. I'd been looking in the region of £950 ono. I'm open to sensible offers on this. Happy to answer any questions Edited March 12, 2010 by vintage_ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 errr....wow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBod Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 As a former owner of this bass, I can confirm it has THE best neck..ever. Big and solid like a Pbass should be - perfect. The body's not bad either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairobill Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 (edited) In all my years of playing, only one bass has made its way into my 'never sell' category and it's a Bravewood fretless. John Elliot makes some seriously good instruments...phenomenal... Bravewood = CS Masterbuilt +1 These are very serious instruments.. N Edited February 23, 2010 by Cairobill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted February 23, 2010 Share Posted February 23, 2010 Are you up for trades at all, or is this strictly cash? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='BassBod' post='755633' date='Feb 23 2010, 11:00 PM']As a former owner of this bass, I can confirm it has THE best neck..ever. Big and solid like a Pbass should be - perfect. The body's not bad either![/quote] Does that mean it has a really 'chunky' neck like maybe a late 70'4 Fender? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBod Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='molan' post='755723' date='Feb 24 2010, 01:22 AM']Does that mean it has a really 'chunky' neck like maybe a late 70'4 Fender?[/quote] Thats the thing. It is chunky (deep and wide) but doesn't feel it, until you pick up a Jbass. I put this neck on a Bravewood light alder Jbody for a week or two (long story) and it was easily the best "fender" I've ever played. Too Jaco even for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low End Bee Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='Happy Jack' post='755675' date='Feb 23 2010, 11:52 PM']Are you up for trades at all, or is this strictly cash?[/quote] Buy it Jack! [color="#808080"] Then I can have a go.[/color] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Reminds me of this one (any excuse to post this photo)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacker Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='Cairobill' post='755663' date='Feb 23 2010, 11:38 PM']In all my years of playing, only one bass has made its way into my 'never sell' category and it's a Bravewood fretless. John Elliot makes some seriously good instruments...phenomenal... Bravewood = CS Masterbuilt +1 These are very serious instruments.. N[/quote] Agreed. I now regret selling my Bravewood stacker. Wish John would start doing comissions again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacker Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='dannybuoy' post='755831' date='Feb 24 2010, 09:33 AM']Reminds me of this one (any excuse to post this photo)! [/quote] ohhh.. those boots!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintage_ben Posted February 24, 2010 Author Share Posted February 24, 2010 Thanks for all the positive replies. It's gotta be cash I'm afraid Jack. If it weren't for our a new Sadowsky and an awful exchange rate, I wouldn't be selling it. Bassbod (I wont reveal his real name!) is spot on with the neck. It's definitely chunky compared to a Jazz Bass, but super comfortable and I'm a small handed chap. I find it quite similar to a late 50s style P Bass and is not too far off a Stringray. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='dannybuoy' post='755831' date='Feb 24 2010, 09:33 AM']Reminds me of this one (any excuse to post this photo)! [/quote] Apologies for being off topic, as the bass is superb....but WHO IS THAT?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJE Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Absolutely stunning bass but I am totally distracted by that grl with the Precision, she is lovely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Ginger Reyes from the new Smashing Pumpkins lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Ah yes....ive been oggling her in the past....shes smoking...as is this bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoonBassAlpha Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 Smashing Pumpkins! Nice boots too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 [quote name='MoonBassAlpha' post='756286' date='Feb 24 2010, 05:50 PM']Smashing Pumpkins! Nice boots too![/quote] Arf! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlthebassist Posted February 24, 2010 Share Posted February 24, 2010 That looks SOOOOOOOOOOOO nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintage_ben Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 [quote name='karlthebassist' post='756336' date='Feb 24 2010, 06:43 PM']That looks SOOOOOOOOOOOO nice.[/quote] Yep it's a great bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBod Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 I'm very surprised this is still here. I've recently "acquired" two very nice basses - a Sadowsky and a Stingray, but I'd still be tempted..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintage_ben Posted March 12, 2010 Author Share Posted March 12, 2010 [quote name='BassBod' post='759777' date='Feb 28 2010, 02:17 PM']I'm very surprised this is still here. I've recently "acquired" two very nice basses - a Sadowsky and a Stingray, but I'd still be tempted.....[/quote] My Sadowsky is due shortly. What model did you get? If you're around town at any point soon I'd love to get a peek of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBod Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 Its a Metro P/J hybrid jobbie, natural ash/maple - traded on here with the good folk of BC. The only issue is its about 6 months old and spotless...so I'm just waiting for the first dent.... Welcome to have a look, although I don't venture into the shop very often - PM/email or call? Hope the Pbass went to a good home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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