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SOLD!! I custom ordered this beauty approx 18 months ago from Bass Direct and I love it..... but, honestly, I'm more of a Spector-man (No way!! Whodathunkit??! lol!) so, regrettably, I've decided to move this on to raise funds for another Spector purchase. This is the much better looking production model DBird that was sadly discontinued, due to legal issues with you know who over the TBird shape.... and bound to become a collectable as a result! Overall condition is 9/10 with just a tiny chip on the body edge (see pics below). I have NO idea how this got there! I've literally played it live ONCE and just used it at home for the rest of the time.... oh well. It's minor and not particularly noticeable. The colourflip finish on this is amazing though! It looks more blue in the pictures below.... but as soon as you move it around it quickly flips to a stunning purple colour.... and looks amazing under stage lights! Here's the official spec. However, I'd add that it is MORE THAN capable of more traditional tones.....despite the spiel selling it on its aggressive, mid range, modern bite/tone Body & Neck The body is Khaya, a Mahogany variety with accentuated mid range and a brighter attack. A 5-piece Maple neck coupled with a heavy-duty truss rod further complements the treble response while ensuring maximum hardiness. Dingwall manufacture has long-been exposed to extreme climate conditions, so they know a thing or two about reinforcing necks! A Pau Ferro fingerboard adds a little extra warmth and a smooth feel to boot. Multi-Scale Design A noteworthy feature of the D-Bird Custom is its multi-scale design. With a 36.25" scale on the low E string and a 34" scale on the G, the higher string tension on the lower strings gives the bass more punch and clarity where it matters most. Fanned frets allow for super-accurate intonation across the entire fingerboard, with their slanted placement suiting the natural resting position of your hand. It may look odd at first, but you'd be surprised at how easy it is to adapt to this type of neck! Hardware & Electronics The D-Bird Standard is triple-loaded with FD-3N passive pickups. The key to their punchy tone is the use of Neodymium magnets; higher output means a more aggressive sound. This lines up nicely with the tonewood combination, with plenty of midrange bite that produces a distinctly modern tone. Controls are volume, a 4-way rotary switch offers a surprisingly broad tonal palette and master tone Dingwall also opted for a traditional jack plate with Switchcraft jack connection to ensure maximum reliability. Slick smoky black hardware is used throughout, with Dingwall Combustion tuners and a specially designed bridge with a custom riser system - increased adjustability and sturdiness all in one. Specifications Body Material: Khaya Mahogany Finish: Polyurethane Neck Material: Maple, 5-Piece Fingerboard: Pau Ferro Fingerboard Radius: 7.5” Scale Length: 36.25" (E) - 34" (G) Carve: Medium Thin C-Shape Reinforcement: Heavy Duty Truss-Rod Nut Width: 45.5mm (1.8") Frets: 20 Fret Size: 'Banjo' Fret Material: 18% Hard Nickel Silver Electronics & Hardware: Pickups: 3 x FD-3N passive pickups w/ Neodymium magnets Controls: Master Volume, 4-Way Rotary Pickup Selector, Passive tone Hardware Colour: Smoky Black Tuners: Dingwall Combustion Bridge: Hipshot Dingwall Solo Input Jack: Switchcraft Other: Custom heavy-duty padded gigbag and toolkit containing allen keys & Dunlop straplocks included. SOLD!! Payment by socially-distanced cash on collection, Paypal (you pay all fees) or Bank Transfer please. NO trades thank you. Courier at buyers choice/cost but I would recommend UPS via Interparcel. Happy to ship in the UK. Any overseas postage will obviously be much more expensive and there will be additional import/VAT etc costs. Please search out my extensive positive feedback thread (link in sig doesn't work) for assurance of a clean, honest transaction. Thanks!

Hi All, Unfortunately going to put this up for sale . Needs Must.It’s a 1983 with Walnut facings it really good condition for its age with a few marks on the neck ( don’t feel them when playing) and dent on the side see the photos.Weight wise under the 10 ilbs so not too bad and signed of by Ian himself. Comes with Wal Brown case. This was serviced in the last 10 year that was confirmed by the second last owner to me and Paul replaced the string tree thus the reason for the dot on the headstock. I know the prices of Wal these days have gone crazy in the last 2 years ( possibly due to 3 year wait / Tool affiliation ) but the above is in line with that last 2 that have sold on Basschat and actually less than some listed elsewhere online .Looking to clear around 5500€ cash so will accept part trade. Interested in classic 80s ( Jaydee/Aria SB/Yamaha BB/Status) basses or possibly a super Jazz /nice Lakland but feel free to PM me: Worse I can do is say no Amp wise : Maybe an Aguilar DB750 or nice rack pre amp Payment via Bank Transfer.I am willing to ship but would wish for the buyer to arrange as the buyer has ownership if in case goes awry. I can double box it also . please feel free to check out my feedback on Basschat All the best Mick

Fodera Imperial 5 from 2004 in like new condition. The shown pictures are from March 21 and not optimized in any way. Super rare Brazilian Tulipwood Full Top and Board (this has been a 3000 USD upgrade and is currently not offered anymore by Fodera. Brazilian Tulipwood is a Dalbergia species and should not be mistaken for North American Tulipwood which is a common light wood used for bodies. 35" scale, 22 frets and 19mm spacing at bridge. 5pc Maple Neck. The Tulipwood is attractively contrasted by Purpleheart pickup covers and dots. The body is made of Ash. Pickups are Aero Dual Coils, preamp is the famous Pope. The bass has been well cared for and condition is like new. Truss rod, electronics, hardware - everything works as expected. OHSC included. SOLD !

2009 - Sterling Silver (see registration database details in the pix). These are as rare now as hen’s teeth – none on Reverb and the latest version is nearly £2000 and has horrible little black tuners – probably lighter, but nowhere near as cool as the original clover keys. Although the current Bongos tend to be HH or HS, there’s a lot of love out there for the 4H as deservedly the most “authentic”-sounding (by which I mean Stingray-sounding) variant. I bought this from @Sparky Mark here on Basschat 18 months ago for £750 and it’s been my go-to bass ever since. Since then it’s been expertly set up by Dan Orellana at the Music Inn in Nottingham and fitted with the drop-D Hipshot tuner, which cost me £70 from Bass Direct and works like a dream. I still have the original tuner and will include it in the sale. This lovely bass is in near-mint condition. I can find only one tiny nick in the body, which I’ve shown in the pictures as best I can; and the “pointy” part of the headstock and the jack socket are pristine (they’re often not, for obvious reasons). The case itself is incredibly protective, and has some (but not very much) case candy, if that's the sort of thing you like, and… I have the key!!! The ONLY reason I’m parting with this awesome bass is because I’ve had back problems for years, long before I started playing bass, and – although this is not heavy at 8.6lb – I’ve been finding it a bit of a strain, so I tend to turn to my short-scale Gretsch for preference. Of course, the Gretsch – great-sounding as it is – cannot match the classic Music Man growl and punch of this Bongo, which boasts a lightweight basswood (linden/lime tree) body, a beautiful rosewood fretboard, meaty 18v on-board pre-amp and massively-flexible three-band EQ, and will happily cut through any mix. I am putting this up for sale elsewhere, but not at this price, which is exclusive to Basschat. So, if you’re looking for a premium bass at a bargain price, look no further! I’m in Nottingham and happy to let Basschatters with serious interest come and try it out before buying; or I can post/courier at whatever the going rate is, depending on your requirements; or you can arrange your own courier. I’m not sure of costs at the moment – I’ll get quotes when I know I’ve got to pack it up and have an accurate weight for bass + case + packaging. Payment by cash on collection/bank transfer or PayPal Goods and Services (as long as you pay the fees). I’m afraid I’m not up for trades – I need the dosh to eat and (almost more importantly) to feed my GAS! Thanks for looking! Pete

Downsize bargain. This is a Harley Benton MB5. Started out as a passive classic Musicman like bass, nicely built, even had good tuners which can be sketchy on basses at this price point. I have Modded this to a real bad boy of a bass: Neater bridge (much better than the big plate bridges they come with as stock) See before and after pics. Can supply old bridge if required. 2 band EQ from a Sterling by Musicman SUB 5. Is a better mate to this pickup than the sterling i feel not harsh but still has the Musicman punch. I can throw in a used Brubaker brute Mman pickup for an extra £30. (poleless so murder out would be complete!) Series/parallel/single switching, opens the sound up wonderfully. One slight downside, some neck oil got onto the finish on the back. Not easy to remove from the matt finish, but it will come off in time is suppose, (see pic) not visible from the front, otherwise the bass is perfect. This is basically an inexpensive 'classic' like bass, with some serious punch, really nice action, good fret finish. un gigged bit like me for the last year or so.. Nut width is 45mm string spacing 18 mm Weight 4.1 Kg I can wrap the scratchplate in car wrap vinyl (black textured for the full blackout F.O.C) example pic of finish available on request. (before and after shots...)

Better made I'd say. T-40's are 6lb of timber with another 6lb of metal bolted on 😱 @Pow_22's bass is definitely a Unity, they got some " best bass " award from Bass Player magazine 🙂 The Dynabass was a bolt on active with 2 single coils, Dynabass/Unity series was a neck through active PJ. Going L to R. Dyna/Unity, Dyna and then Unity. To confuse matters these were also sold in the UK as Dynabass/ International Series.

Unique number....I think it would be in the spirit of Basschat brethren to gift it to someone with, say, maybe a similar sort of name? Just can't think whom it might suit.......🤔🤣🤣

Thank you. And thank heavens it is far too heavy. I am trying to cut down, not increase, but that would have been way beyond tempting had it been 8lbs. This has to be an absolute bargain, especially with the case.

I've got one of these and have never regretted buying it. I'm a 5-string player but always find myself coming back to my DW Spector. They're great basses, the neck is superb and if you're a fan of Jazz Bass necks then this is even more ergonomic. Can't recommend these enough. GLWTS