Cairobill

Ha ha...indeed. The number of times I umm'd and ahh'd about buying a Wal for 600 quid in the late nineties. 

On 02/07/2021 at 22:33, Old Horse Murphy said:

That is a GORGEOUS P bass. Mmmmm P basses...

 

A baby brother arrived yesterday. The best sounding Strat I've ever played

Both of mine were early (skinny necks and long headstocks). I strung them with TIs but I imagine the damage had been done by the time they got to me. 
 

In contrast my 4001 was a ‘78. Neck was even skinnier. Straight as an arrow (and much missed). 
 

1 hour ago, 4000 said:

I’ve had in the region of 20 Rics, including a V63, and never once had a warped neck. Have had a few on other basses though. 

With regards to the comments about some Rics weighing a lot, the current 4003 basses seem to be typically heavier than many (not all) 4001 basses. My two ‘72s are probably slightly under 9lbs, not heavy. The heaviest I owned was my first CS. The second one was heavier than my ‘72s but noticeably lighter than the first, and my V63 was a bit lighter still. 

When I say 'warped' I mean the neck thru has collapsed 'just enough' to make a low consistent action unachievable. Playable, but pretty much no fun. I've had two with identical issues. My 4001 basses have been AOK in comparison. Which is a shame, as I really liked the V63s I've had but they were weak in the neck department. They sounded great with flats...

Rickenbackers are a pain in the derrière, but I love them. I just wish I could find a V63 that a) didn't cost a fortune and b) didn't have a warped neck.

I would ask someone to hit me up if they had an unwarped V63 that met those criteria but a) it's not allowed and b) it probably doesn't exist

 

34 minutes ago, Hellzero said:

The twin truss rods Yamaha TRB-6P was introduced in 1992 as the Yamaha Custom. So this one is from 1994. 😉 

The colour was called autumn burst by Yamaha.

These are fantastic basses indeed, but, hélas, on the heavy side...

GLWYS.

Autumn Burst! Awesome

1 hour ago, binky_bass said:

This will be a 94 model, the 89 has a single truss. Lovely bass, possibly refinished? If it has been, it's been done very tastefully and if anything would probably add rather than take away from any value! Superb instruments these...

For what it's worth, I think you'll regret selling this.

Yes, looks like it might be a later model what with the double trussrods

Finish is definitely original. I always thought TRB6Ps came in orange/teal or black so I've been looking out there for a similar burst colour and there seem to be some out there with the crazy flame wings and the 'tequila sunrise' burst colour like this guy's one in Italy. Might be a special run? We need a Yamaha Uber-nerd to sort this one out Russ! It's intriguing.

Helpful video for tone ref as well  And yup, sigh, I will miss it and would keep it around but it's a luxury item at the moment.
 

withdrawn!

These basses are the pinnacle of Yamaha bass building (I have an incredible TRB6P). GLWTS!
 

And a bump or part ex (with cash from my end) for an Aguilar head either TH500 or AG700 merci bien 

Cheers, Nick

2 hours ago, Machines said:

Looks like someone has mistaken this for a Veblen good.

The alternative universe of 'Reverb Prices' never fails to surprise!

Nice! GLWTS

BOOMP

26 minutes ago, Hellzero said:

@Paulhauser The strings spacing at the bridge of a Yamaha TRB-6P is 19mm. I had a few, even some defretted ones that sounded really great, but they were all on the heavy side so they went away.

Yup, 19mm. These are great basses. Not as ‘big’ body wise as the JP1, but ‘denser’ for sure. The maple wings are definitely part of the mix that makes them feel rigidly built and resonant. 
 

The fretboard is huge, but slender front to back. It feels much easier to play than the Zon with its D shape and 16.5 spacing. 
 

Although I liked the JP1, I prefer this bass mainly because of the neck thru. In comparison the TRB6P feels more responsive and even across the neck. Very, very playable and a lot of fun. 
 

6 minutes ago, Al Krow said:

Those Yamaha boys and girls sure know how to make a mighty fine bass! 

Yeah - this TRB6P is INCREDIBLY well made. Unusual colour as well - it's what I would call a 'Tequila Sunrise' burst. Not the usual orange or cherry/redburst.

My TRB-6P arrived safe and sound. I say, I say. Well, well, well... this bass is gawjus.
 

1 hour ago, DiMarco said:

Loving my jp1 as well @Cairobill. Think I know which bass you bought. It was up on this forum, right?

Nope, a different one but the same model. The JP1 is terrific and I miss my old one. I’m curious as to how the neck-through 6P compares. 

Price drop Bump - and also poss part ex for a TH or an AG?

Ha - funny to see this. I've had a few six strings in my life; an ACG, the spalted Zon that's on the board at the moment and a very, very nice Yam TRB-JP1.

Anyway, after foolishly selling the Yamaha a few years ago and being six string free for a while, I'm jumping back in. I currently have a 30yr-old TRB-6P heading my way this morning on a UPS truck. Hope it gets here in one piece!

I've been on four strings for a while now but I just love the Yamaha Sixers. Ebony, aircraft-carrier fingerboards make my day

It’s all about context for me but I am certainly not averse to extreme Muso-Dom...I’m pretty easygoing. 
 

But I think it’s pretty obvious that extreme chops are not what musicianship is about in the real world e.g Guy Pratt gets bigger gigs than Henrik Linder for a very clear set of reasons. 😁

I'm pretty much with you on being slap-averse except when the slapping is like this...in which case I think it's the best...

Bump! Fs or trade for your TH500 or AG700 with cash your way

My old bass

Ramp from Martin at the bass gallery

Bump for this LMii

Also, happy to part ex for an Aguilar TH500 or AG700 

Indeed, Bryants are lovely - was just down in Hastings this afternoon and recalled my visit to Paul's old house to pick up my Solo bass. I miss it!