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  1. SurroundedByManatees
    Sounds like a coincidence(?) .. If it's something that rickenbacker did, it's unknown to me. But maybe someone recognizes this and has an explanation. The bolts are parallel to the pickup bolts, so I assume that the pickup cover had been mounted there. Just a theory though
  2. SurroundedByManatees
    Nothing. My guess is that the pickup cover had been mounted there. I'm planning to fill them up and make them visually dissappear (as far as possible).
  3. SurroundedByManatees
    Received this '78 yesterday. I've owned a 2006 4003 once, but this one plays way better with it's thinner neck. Sounds great too with enough meat on the bridge pickup, so probably the feared .47 cap has been removed earlier. The bass has a cream colored truss rod cover. It looks original to me, but haven't seen this before.
  4. SurroundedByManatees
    Thought 1994/1995 (see pictures of date stamps in the ad). While inspecting closer, I think 1999 is a good possibility too. Hard to see.
  5. SurroundedByManatees
    Available again
  6. SurroundedByManatees
    I love this kind of Japanese high end stuff.. Beautiful woods. Good price too, this will/must sell today!
  7. SurroundedByManatees
    Yup, the best colour I've seen so far on this style basses. Congrats, it looks great. O and don't forget to pm me if you fall out of love with the mustang
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    Sold
  9. SurroundedByManatees
    Bert bought my MM Sabre. Good and friendly communication, fast payment. Bert is a great guy to deal with. Enjoy the Sabre Bert, it's a good one!
  10. SurroundedByManatees
    Nope😁 Thanks Bobby, sure it is!
  11. SurroundedByManatees
    Davide was kind enough to respond to my wanted ad for an old Mustang Bass. He was very helpful to inform me about the bass and sent me good pictures to give a good impression. We made the deal quickly, and the bass was shipped to me well packed. Good communication throughout. The bass arrived yesterday, and needs some tweeking to set it up to my taste. But I'm sure I'll be enjoying it:) Thanks, it was a pleasure Davide
  12. SurroundedByManatees
    Nice one Paul! I once had a Grand Suzuki copy that had more character than the original 4003 I owned later. Enjoy
  13. SurroundedByManatees
    These are great sounding and playing basses, and better build quality than 70s Fenders. I've owned 2, that were both pretty heavy. Would love to find a light one if they exist
  14. SurroundedByManatees
    On hold now, sale pending
  15. SurroundedByManatees
    Bump with a few pictures of pocket- and neckstamps:
  16. SurroundedByManatees
    In addition to the description; I've heard a guitar with this amp, and that really sounds awesome too. The guitar players really liked it, but of course couldn't purchase it because of having too many amps.
  17. SurroundedByManatees
    Final pricedrop to €1.300
  18. SurroundedByManatees
    Yes, info is in the ad.
  19. SurroundedByManatees
    Additional picture of 70s goodness (both are for sale/trade):
  20. SurroundedByManatees
    Additional picture of 70s goodness (both for sale/trade):
  21. SurroundedByManatees
    I've sold and bought various basses and other stuff from/to members on here, and most of them are kind people that are just great to deal with. In my experience it helps to mention that a price is fixed and no further negotiable. Of course not everyone will read, or want to read that.. But it definitely saves from some useless responses. A short while ago I was disappointed though: A well respected BC member asked me to keep my Gibson Ripper on hold until Monday when he would have the funds. No update followed, so I contacted him myself Tuesday or wednesday, to hear that he couldn't proceed yet. Ok, no problem mate. But next Tuesday when we would be home again, all would be sorted. He would defenitely buy it. Well, again time passed without an update. And again I contacted him, to hear again that he couldn't proceed yet and needed some extra time... I'm a patient guy, but this buyer just didn't take any effort to let me know that he couldn't keep to his sayings. While he knew I still had the bass on hold for him.....for 10 days already. And meanwhile he was still very active In posting/buying/selling... Don't get it; just take that 15 seconds to keep the other party posted, while you're already busy on the forum.
  22. SurroundedByManatees
    Music Man Sabre 1979 Beautifull pre-EB Music Man bass. As you can see, this one hasnt been in the closet for the last 41 years, which has given it its ´roadworn´ look with a lot of wear from use and lacquer checking. The sunburst finish is sprayed over a yellowed white finish. This pro refin must have been done ages ago. and looks great in my opinion. First some pictures: The Sabre is in good working order; the electronics and hardware are working like they should, the truss rod is adjustable, and the neck is straight (point of attention with old sabres) and allows low action. The neck plays easily and feels very comfy. Soundwise, I think its a pretty versatile bass. Two bridge saddles/intonation screws are not original, and one pickup cover has a crack. The bass weighs in at 4,5kg on my bathroom scales. An original (90s or 00s) Music Man Stingray case is included in the sale. €1.650 (approx 1385 gbp at the moment). The bass is located in the Netherlands, but could be shipped. Tradewise I'd be interested in a low weight 60s/early 70s Fender precision or jazz (refin no problem), a flakey modulus flea or a competition mustang bass with matching headstock. I've got more gear to shift in a trade if needed. Smaller partial trades (up to a value of €450) are negotiable too. Please contact me if you have any further questions.
  23. SurroundedByManatees
    I'm looking forward to the walnut🥰 Ehm, weird quoting behavior... Needed to quote the picture concerning 2 beauties.
  24. SurroundedByManatees
    That's pretty light for a late 70s.
  25. SurroundedByManatees
    Instruments that left the factory with minor finish flaws were labeled second back in the day.
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