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I think it's cool. Tbh every instrument I try, I use like a bass player. Being a bassist isn't about what you play, it's how you think as a musician. Or don't think

Yes sorry, another problem at the end of the software developers. We're talking to them now, hopefully they'll hurry up with a fix.

My reply: Hi Mark Thanks for the clarification. So where does the seller find the forums/application pack to apply for a permit? Is the permit then sent to them to include in/on the parcel when sending? What happens if the seller is shipping a bass but they don’t know what it’s made of? Does the processing of parcels with a permit cause a delay? What happens if the permit is lost? Do copies need to be placed anywhere in particular? Thanks Chris

Some more concise practical advice from CITES ---- Thank you for your e-mail. Apologies for taking so long to respond. I started to and then it slipped off the radar...... Instruments being imported from third countries outside of the EU, for commercial purposes, made from or containing Rosewood (Dalbergia spp) will require both (re)export and import permits, regardless of when they were manufactured. However, if a transfer is for non-commercial purposes, where an instrument is carried with musician/owner and is under 10kg in weight, and is made of an Annex B/Appx II listed Rosewood, then no CITES permits are required. This is a link to the full EU Guidance regarding the implementation of the recent new Rose wood listings http://ec.europa.eu/environment/cites/pdf/cop17/implementation_of_cites_cop17_listing_of_rosewood_clean.pdf Brazilian Rosewood (Dalbergia nigra (DN) is in a different category and is tightly controlled. It has been listed on Appx I/Annex A since 1992 and instruments made from this species will require permits regardless of age. In addition the commercial use of all Annex A listed species require an additional document commonly known as an Article 10 to authorise the commercial use of the specimen. Instruments imported after 1992, would need documentary evidence but means on an endorsed EU import permit, to confirm the import is legal. Without this, getting the Article 10 certificate to authorise commercial use will be challenging. As you own a website where sales take place you need to be aware that 'commercial use' in CITES terms, includes in the definition, 'advertising for sale'. This is a further link to EC CITES Regulation that sets out the activities which are prohibited until an Article 10 certificate has been issued. Article 8 (1) refers : http://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:01997R0338-20170204&rid=1 Applications for instruments imported before listing in 1992, are assessed on a case by case basis and on their individual merits. The more detail about the origin of the specimen the better, for example serial numbers, date of manufacture, actual manufacturer. It's not part of our role however to do research on behalf of applicants. The applications should be presented with all the necessary information to allow it to be processed. I hope this helps explain the requirements. Regards

Fun aren’t they!!

Really sorry to hear that. Hopefully someone here will be able to offer you some help.

Thanks. Something went wrong with an update. We’re on it!

Can we see the Vigier that lives in that cool case

Well. Maybe I'll put it on gumtree then.

The main price field cannot be changed once posted. This is to avoid people listing things for free then adding the price, or adding extra items to an existing advert. However, to reduce the price of a listed item, simply edit your first post and add some text to say the item is reduced. This can be at the top of the post for maximum visibility. You can also add it to the title of the thread. This way, users will see the original price but then also a reduced price in the post and/or thread title. The alternative, if you have a yearly subscription, is to post the ad again and tell us to delete the old one. In the future we may allow editing if the main price field but we can only do that once we modify the way free listings appear to stop the scammers. Hope that helps ped

Lovely looking thing. I love the colour of the walnut (one of my favourite body woods, for sound and look). You must be mega chuffed with it. Congrats.

Stuart is a legend. Thanks for posting.

Try one. They're like crack.

Thanks - yes I knew that but I know other people make these 'half sized' basses with varying actual scale length, depending on, I suppose, what you divide in two. Also the proportions of yours look different because I've got 17 frets. Looking forward to more pictures!

To be honest, having found the ‘one’ over 10 years ago, I actually enjoy GAS a lot more now. That’s because I don’t have to worry about the next bass being my new main instrument, or build it up in my mind to be perfect. I can buy instruments out of curiosity and for fun knowing that it’s not really competing against my daily driver, so to speak. Takes the pressure off and makes the process more enjoyable, especially when nearly all of them are bought online and without having tried them.

Looks great! I’ve probably missed it but what scale length have you got here and how many ‘frets’

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Getting too many reports about this so going to lock it. Bit disappointed really.

Excellent, really taking shape now!

They’re addictive! I was expecting it to be a bit of a laugh but honestly it’s become my go to instrument, it’s just so ‘handy’!! You’ll have he added gratification of knowing you made it yourself, which I should imagine must feel great.

Sweet. I thought I'd use mine with an octave a lot but actually without it it sounds so much 'fatter' than I was expecting, it has a brilliant sound of it's own. But yes with an octave it sounds really really cool

Well. I've skipped this thread as I actually thought was about wingnuts. I've been following the build over on TB though so glad it's here too (with more pics, I see!!) Really love how this is shaping up. There are some excellent ideas and little touches that should make this look and feel amazing. What have you decided electronics-wise? I have a Bartolini soapbox in mine with extended top end range which helps bring out the flavour. Look like you're going passive, too?

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Seems straightforward ----- As from 04/02/2017, any item containing one of the newly listed CITES Appendix II (EU Annex B) rosewoods will require a CITES re-export permit to allow its legal movement out of the EU to say Switzerland, USA, Japan etc. Nothing is required for intra EU trade, i.e. sales to France, Germany, Holland, Poland etc. An import permit is required to allow a commercial movement from say USA to the UK, and to issue that, we would need the exporting non-EU country to issue the relevant export or re-export permit first. It would be the responsibility of the importer to check with their Management Authority if an import permit is required before the movement takes place. The permits need to be authorised by border force officials, so the paperwork must be presented to them for authorisation (ours on leaving the UK, and by the importer, where required, on entry into their country). If this is not done, this is deemed to be an illegal re-export or import and the guitar may be seized by customs. So basically from pre-convention stock of Annex B instruments currently held in the EU, nothing is required until the sale has happened, and if someone in Italy or France etc buys your instrument – no paperwork needed. If someone outside of the EU, say Japan or USA, buys it you will then need to apply to us for the re-export permit. Details of application process below. Brazilian rosewood (Dalbergia nigra), should you have any instruments with this wood is, Appendix I, EU Annex A and requires pre-sales certificates (A10’s) prior to advertising for sale within the EU only so you would need to determine whether you advertise within the EU or internationally to determine whether you need an A10 or not. A re-export permit (as per Appendix B) for movements out of the EU would be needed if you only advertise for sale outside of the EU. A10’s do not apply for commercial use for Annex B, C or D. If you need further explanation of this, please re-enquire. The link to the application form is https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/endangered-species-application-for-import-and-export-permit This link https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/321699/guid-fed0172.pdf takes you to the guidance on completion of (re)export and import applications. It is worth reading Guidance Note 1 alsohttps://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/355266/cites-gn1.pdf This linkhttp://ec.europa.eu/environment/cites/pdf/cop17/implementation_of_cites_cop17_listing_of_rosewood_clean.pdf takes you to EU guidance on the listing of Rosewood species into CITES Appendix II This link https://www.gov.uk/cites-imports-and-exports#application-process will help you on future applications and also has a link to the charges. I also attach a direct link to our feeshttps://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/355264/cites-ag-ct-01.pdf which explains the fees. Click on the relevant link for applications for animals or plants however a direct link is below: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/355265/cites-ag-ct-02.pdf The charges for the applications are explained on our website http https://www.gov.uk/guidance/cites-imports-and-exports#charges It is worth reading through our guidance notes. When you apply to us, you can post the application with a cheque (payable to APHA) or a postal order, or e-mail completed forms to [email protected] and pay by credit/debit card (following the links above) by calling 01633 631800. I hope this helps Yours sincerely