Clarky

[quote name='Legion' timestamp='1333282714' post='1599499'] I've always loved the look of this bass, ever since it was first hanging on the wall in the Bass Merchant (if I recall correctly?) Thank god I don't want to venture into 5 strings or I'd be in a quandary. Best of luck with the sale [/quote] Cheers Jas! Hope you're loving that Pino again

Thanks Jack! Clearly I would entertain a trade here against a quality old double bass, with cash potentially going out to the other party depending on the bass. I am after something that is good for pizz (I don't do arco) with big, warm sound and good projection. Can be a vintage ply or quality old hybrid or all-solid. Bumps and scrapes don't bother me as its par for the course with old DBs but neck breaks or split seams that require repair are out AFAIC! And not being awfully feedback-prone is also important!!!!

This is a stunning 5-string Alleva Coppolo with build and action to die for and a huge range of P tones due to the quality AC pickup and John East P-Retro preamp combination. In pristine condition (just some fine surface scratches on the black scratchplate, otherwise in pristine nick). Previously owned by Happy Jack (who fitted the P-Retro) and Flanker. It is a wonderful bass but I want to get some funds together for an old double bass and this is the least used of my three electrics. I'm after £2,000. I'm in West London, just south of Hammersmith if you wanted to inspect/collect. [u]Please note I will be abroad for a week from tomorrow so cannot post until later the following week.[/u] One of Jack's pics: [attachment=103866:258wgpg.jpg] Recent pic next to my other basses: [attachment=103865:P1050007.JPG] And finally, here's Flanker's original ad with some great close up pictures (note this is pre P-Retro addition): [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/82303-alleva-coppolo-kbp5-traded-traded/page__hl__kbp5"]http://basschat.co.u.../page__hl__kbp5[/url] This bass was originally debuted at NAMM 2009: [url="http://badassbassplayers.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=11462"]http://badassbasspla...hp?f=12&t=11462[/url]

TGIF bump!

I don't need any more amplification but would be prepared to p/x this against a 4-string bass (I have twp Ps, so either a US/RWJazz or US Stingray, but be warned I'm fussy over colours!!!!)

[quote name='PURPOLARIS' timestamp='1332999411' post='1595928'] I gig with one of these with my Washburn AB40SH Acoustic Bass and it really is the dogs bollox, sounds great paired with my Eden 2x10. Yes it has a few bells and whistles which I don't use but so do most amps. Run it through a Sansamp or effects pedals and you've got yourself a great powerful lightweight rig for electric bass too. I'm sorely tempted to buy this just in case I ever need another one. I can't really justify it though. [/quote] Thanks Purpolaris. In fact I will happily keep this amp if I alternatively sell my Markbass F1. I only need one amp and I'm not fussed which one I keep as they are both excellent for electric and DB. Hence I've put the F1 up for sale this morning and will keep which ever one doesn't sell [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/172096-fs-markbass-f1-custom-bag-or-acoustic-image-clarus%3B-which-ever-goes-first/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/172096-fs-markbass-f1-custom-bag-or-acoustic-image-clarus%3B-which-ever-goes-first/[/url]

I have two great amps that can each be used for electric or DB and I only need one. I have put my Acoustic Image Clarus+ amp up for sale on the DB forum but would happily hang on to that and sell my Markbass F1, I'm really not fussed which one I keep. I bought my F1 off BC'er Gareth Hughes recently and - bar a few minor cosmetic scratches on top (perhaps from having a preamp sat on it?) its in excellent condition. I have subsequently acquired a Markbass padded gigbag for it (from Thomann; at BassDirect these cost £80 [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/MB_GB_TC.html"]http://www.bassdirec...s/MB_GB_TC.html[/url]). In total the amp plus gigbag cost me about £490 inc post and I will sell for £450 all-in (ie, amp + gigbag + post within UK). Basically, if the F1 sells first I will withdraw the Clarus+ and vice-versa.

Thanks MS! I am not looking for rig trades here as I have enough amplification.

[size=1][b]Technical Specs[/b][/size] [b]System[/b] [b]Clarus+[/b] Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.5 dB Distortion <0.5% full output, <0.1% typical Hum and Noise -85 dB or better AC Power 115V/60Hz, 230/50Hz, switchable Japan version is 100V, 50/60 Hz only Size 10.2 x 8.2 x 3.5 inches Weight less than 5 pounds [b]Preamp [/b](mic and instrument inputs through combo jack) Mic Input 600 ohm balanced, XLR connector Phantom Power 48 volts, on/off switch w/LED indicator Instrument Input 1 Mohm impedance, 1/4" jack Direct Out +4 dB, balanced, XLR connector, ground lift, pre/post EQ selector Effects Loop Parallel type with return level control Bass Control Shelving type, ±15 dB @ 60 Hz Mid Control ±15 dB @ 650 Hz Treble Control Shelving type, ±15 dB @ 10 kHz Notch Filter >-18 dB sweepable from 30 to 400 Hz Low Cut Filter -12 dB/octave sweepable from 30 to 400 Hz [b]Effects[/b] Type Digital with 6 presets and level control Program presets 3 reverb (hall, room, plate), delay, ambient chorus, flange [b]Power Amp [/b] Topology Class D (PWM) Switching Frequency 250 kHz Output Power 250 Watts (8ohm) 400 Watts (4ohm) 500 Watts (2ohm) 450 Watts (8ohm) 800 Watts (4ohm) 1000 Watts (2ohm) Minimum Load 2 ohms Output Connectors Neutrik Speakon type (pole 1) [b]Included Accessories[/b] Gig bag with shoulder strap, Speakon to 1/4 inch adapter [attachment=103612:c2r-cp.gif] [attachment=103613:cabrio_rearpanel.gif]

PS, also selling a virtually brand-new (as in ungigged, never left house, only a few hours on it) EA Wizzy 10 cab. The two paired together would be an awesome DB rig. The separate sale prices are £675 + £425 (a total of £1,100) - I would lop £75 off this if they went together, ie, £1,025 posted

I bought this off BC'er eubassix only a couple of weeks ago but its not for me. I bought it as a London transport-friendly combo for my DB and acoustic bass but - while it fits the size criterion nicely - I am not 100% on the tone (a bit chorus-y for me). Jazzers use to love these and the reviews on the web are great (eg, [url="http://www.harmonycentral.com/products/92612"]http://www.harmonyce.&#46;&#46;/products/92612[/url]) £[s]275 [/s]£250 plus post please (I paid David/eubassix £300 plus post) Here's a pic of one very similar (but rather more battered than mine): [attachment=103595:167.jpg] Manual: [url="http://www.gallien-krueger.com/manuals/200mb.pdf"]http://www.gallien-k...nuals/200mb.pdf[/url] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=6][font=Times New Roman][size=6]200MB Specifications[/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Max Input Level [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]9v rms[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Sensitivity (400hz) [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Power [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]100w@4ohms[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Effects Send [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]750mv rms into 22k for full power[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Effects Return [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]750mv rms into 12k for full power[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Extension Speakers [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]200MB 8 ohms with internal speaker[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]on 4 ohms with internal speaker off[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]200MB[/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Weight [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]24lbs.[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [left][b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Dimensions [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]13.75'' x 15'' x 3.5''[/size][/font][/size][/font][/left] [b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]Speakers [/size][/font][/size][/font][/b][font=Times New Roman][size=2][font=Times New Roman][size=2]1x12'' [/size][/font][/size][/font]