SteveMcD Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 (edited) [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]A few years ago I inherited a Wal Custom Fretless Mk1 bass from my good friend Dave Brecknell. Unfortunately the bass has never been put to use and the time has come to pass it onto someone who will do it justice. The sale will also allow me to pay for new instruments and guitar lessons for my kids.[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]I had no idea about the value of this bass and have based the asking price on a quick look around various forums, but am willing to take advice.[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]The masking tape that I guess had the details is missing but from the impressions left on the silver backing on the electronics cover I can make out the following.[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]Brazilian Mahogany Core[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]African Padauk Faces[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]Indian Ebony Fretboard[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]There a couple of scratches on the body that can be seen in the photos.[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]Any comments on this post gratefully accepted.[/color][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=3][color=#000000]The bass currently resides in Inverness.[/color][/size][/font] Edited September 5, 2016 by SteveMcD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 I would expect this to sell quickly but you might want to give a bit more info about yourself especially as you're in Inverness where most of the scammists claim to be. You might also want to correct the spelling to "W-a-l" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 [i][b]Off The Wal[/b][/i] was a great album ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philw Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 That's an interesting one (lovely too). From the serial number I'd say it dates from late 1983 (Mine is W2109 and was May '83). Odd though that it has the earlier headstock shape and "Custom Bass" text. One for Trevor R to have a look at. I suspect he'll be along shortly... Good luck with the sale. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambient Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 I've never played a Wal, and have only seen one in real life. I'm always amazed at how beautiful they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainBlackarm16 Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Came here for some fine, well painted walls. Needless to say after viewing the thread I was very confused 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevorR Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Most likely a 1985 model from the number. Some of the very early ones still had Pro bass style headstocks - and some had P numbers. The headstock may be one of those anomalies that crop up given Wals' custom built nature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevorR Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Ambient, come to the Bass Bash!!!! There'll be loads to try and Paul Herman is attending too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francesco Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 According to a friend of mine it´s september 1985. The W2582 is from september 1985. The W2607 likewise. The W2626 is from October 1985. Very nice looking fretless. Those facings are stunning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted September 26, 2016 Author Share Posted September 26, 2016 Dropping the price to £2999. Can have bass in Glasgow this weekend if anyone would like have a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted September 27, 2016 Author Share Posted September 27, 2016 Dropping the price to £2999. Can have bass in Glasgow this weekend if anyone would like have a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted November 18, 2016 Author Share Posted November 18, 2016 It's still here and waiting. Price negotiable, especially to someone local who I can deal directly with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leitnerjoe Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 nice bass. is it a lined fretless? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Cloud Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 Can anyone please explain to me why this is still here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted November 20, 2016 Author Share Posted November 20, 2016 [quote name='leitnerjoe' timestamp='1479637753' post='3177941'] nice bass. is it a lined fretless? [/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted November 20, 2016 Author Share Posted November 20, 2016 Yes it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted November 20, 2016 Author Share Posted November 20, 2016 What do you mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted November 20, 2016 Author Share Posted November 20, 2016 What do you mean "why is this still here" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burns-bass Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 He's trying to pay you a compliment about the instrument, he's not insulting you. If you look at the fret board on the neck are here lines or not? That's the question they are asking. It won't affect the value, it's just that some basses have them others not. Do you think you'll find yourself anywhere near Bristol in the near future? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sercet Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 I sent you a message. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Cloud Posted November 20, 2016 Share Posted November 20, 2016 [quote name='SteveMcD' timestamp='1479662247' post='3178239'] What do you mean "why is this still here" [/quote] Allow me to explain....I cannot understand why this bass was not snapped up weeks ago. Wal's tend to sell very quickly and yours is both unique and sublime. Hope that clarifies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMcD Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 Sorry I misunderstood, thanks for your comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Cloud Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 [quote name='SteveMcD' timestamp='1479714173' post='3178573'] Sorry I misunderstood, thanks for your comment. [/quote] Dude, I'm just outside Glasgow but if I had the available funds I'd happily drive to Inverness in a heartbeat for that bass. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevorR Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 Stuck a link on the Facebook Wal club page. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spuggy9 Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 Does it include a case ? Do you know if the trussrod operates properly ? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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