Higgie

£1175

Up for sale is a super early 1982 Squier JV, serial number 03XXX complete with the big "Fender" logo these basses had before they transitioned to the bigger "Squier by Fender" logo. I was hoping to hold on to this bass for a little longer, but needs must now as I've got a wedding to pay for! The bass was modified before I bought it (Bass Lines J Pickup has been added at the bridge, the pickguard has also been modified to account for the extra pot) and while it is currently sporting a vintage DiMarzio Model P pickup in the P position and a Hipshot Detuner, both the original pickup and tuning peg will come with the bass. Pretty sure I have the original strap buttons too, although I don't know why you'd ever take the Dunlop ones off! It has a couple of dings (what bass from 1982 wouldn't?) but it all adds to the charm. Action is low, and it sounds thunderous with either flats or rounds. Super comfy weight at around 9.25lbs. The neck on this bass is an absolute dream to play. I've owned this bass for almost 10 years now IIRC and have probably only done 10 gigs on it - Most of it's time with me has been spent in a case! I have another JV (a later, non-Fender logo) that I put all the playing time on as I wanted to keep this one in as best condition as it could be. I made the transition to 5 string exclusively not long after buying it, so even more reason to keep it safely tucked away! I can take more detailed pictures should anyone want them, these are all I have on hand at the moment. It will come with a bog standard gig bag, and not the hard case in the pictures (that belongs to my Shuker 5 string P!). I wasn't quite sure what to ask for this, as other than the added J pickup, the bass can be returned to pretty much all original, and these seem to be going for quite a bit these days - especially the early "Fender" ones. If anyone feels I have priced this unfairly, I'm always open to discussing it and would welcome any input/offers by PM from serious buyers. It's a killer bass and if I didn't need the dosh, I'd be keeping it around. Lowball offers will not be entertained. Collection from Windsor preferred, although I frequently travel all over the UK so depending on your location, if it's not too far out of my way we could meet/I could deliver for a contribution towards the fuel costs. Postage very much not encouraged as I don't have a case for it, but if you wanted to buy a hard case and have it sent to me, I'd be happy to put it back in the same box and post it on to you at cost. Price is £1250, though as I said, open to discuss! Not really interested in trades this time. Thanks!

Bought these recently to try. Put them on my NYC Sadowsky, they’ve had about 10 mins play on them and then took them off again. Super pliable strings with a nice feel to them. Cut for 4+1 Headstock. Cheapest I could find for these was £66 from Bass Direct, so save yourself a few bob here at £45 incl postage.

£480

No one after one of these superb basses in as new condition?

Price drop to £500

Have really wanted one of these for a while! Alas, the bank account is not healthy enough at present 😢

Just over 9lbs

Here we have an absolutely immaculate Guy Pratt "Betsy" bass. The bass belongs to my dad, and I'm selling it here for him. Bought brand new last year and has hardly been used since, the bass comes with the original gigbag, and he even still has the original shipping box, so postage is possible too. The only reason for the sale is he's just bought an early 70's Rick and needs to recoup some of the cost! Here are the specs: BODY Classic Burgundy Mist finish, with period-accurate, mint-green scratchplate NECK Satin finish Bass Centre "Super Slim Sixties"® maple neck with Maccasar ebony fingerboard PICKUPS EMG Active J pickups BRIDGE Retro roller bridge with knurled saddles for string width adjustment HARDWARE Engraved Chrome Neck Plate, Chrome Control Plate, Vintage style Black Control Knobs EXTRAS Bass Centre padded gig bag I've played it and it's a wonderful instrument. Some great tones to be had, and plays really nicely. Weighs in at just over 9lbs. These are £600 odd new, and this is as new, so save yourself a few quid!

Up for sale is my 1st Gen Backbeat in Black. It’s in excellent condition, having only been used sparingly as a backup, or on gigs where I use a second bass (maybe 1% of my gigs 🤣) and has lived in its own foam cutout in my peli case. Comes with the charger, and the original box and soft case, I think I have the original patch lead too. Pics coming soon. Collection welcome from Windsor, or I can post at buyer’s expense.