walplayer

Hi after putting some heavier strings on the other day ,i removed the truss rod cover to give the neck a tweak,to find that a previous owner has rounded the truss rod nut unfortunately,so until i get it sorted think is only fair to withdraw it from sale. In one way i wish i'd not changed the strings (never had cover off it before)but i think is probably good job i discovered it. if can be sorted(?)an i put it back up will let you know,never had this problem before just hope haven't got to have fingerboard off! The set-up is ok on it,i just wouldn't want to sell it on without the truss rod working properely(especially if is an expensive fix!) Pete

So did you buy it with the graphite neck already with it? Or did you buy the status neck afterwards? [quote name='BassManKev' post='297879' date='Oct 2 2008, 07:12 PM']yes[/quote]

Is the wooden neck the original neck for the bass? [quote name='BassManKev' post='297713' date='Oct 2 2008, 04:40 PM']okay, rethink iv kinda gone off the bass i was looking at, couple of things about it iv decided i didnt like, and i cant spend this kinda money unless im 100% happy with the bass (FYI it was a 1986 vigier passion series 2(?), one of the first ever built 0025) its still for sale kinda, but i'm gunna give it a good play over the weekend and such, and il probably end up keeping it, il better myself as a player and start using that B. The tone and otherwise playability of this superb instrument is worth that [/quote]

I know ,it's such a class instrument,if it goes be great if it went back home .pm'd you some details [quote name='jmanfunk' post='287394' date='Sep 19 2008, 03:56 PM']You will seriously regret getting rid of this! I know I did when I sold my single cut Chris Larkin is an amazing luthier and all round nice chap. And thats a steal of a price too; sorely tempted myself. Where you based mate?[/quote]

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I know i'm gonna regret this ,this is the only bass i've consistently enjoyed playing apart from the Wals. Chris has only made around 250 basses in 30 years,so most of you probably not came across one before. Made by hand in Co. Kerry [url="http://chrislarkinguitars.com/"]http://chrislarkinguitars.com/[/url] Chris' work is some of the best i've seen ,and his Blen E.U.B. is awesome too. Original Kent Armstrong pick ups ,3 band active (bass, mid, treble) controls ,volume (pulls up for passive),pickup pan ,passive tone.Has a few little dings in finish but pretty much all in the back(and some crazing of the lacquer too on back) Gorgeous Figured maple over mahogany body,and the finish/colours are incredible Has light strings on at moment and a nice action . Will get some more pics up soon,the finish has more blue in than the pics suggest depending on the light it's in.These are just under 2grand new Any interest pm me looking for £780 !!! now £650!!!! Cheers Pete

Ok thanks Owen,know what you mean about the killer tone stuff,i'm leaning towards the the tab v71 but only from what i've read..i suppose it's all trial and error and depending what you stick through them too,thanks though. [quote name='owen' post='285349' date='Sep 16 2008, 07:58 PM']The harsh reality is that I don't know. I realise that I'm not selling it well based on your Q, but there is so much rubbish spoken on the WWW using words like "killer tone" etc that I am trying to avoid getting dragged into the hyperbole. I had a look at both the units you mentioned. The review on the REDDI seemed to point towards a sound character which helps everything sit very well in a mix with no further treatment. This is more about providing a full range sound with a sublte sheen to it. The Tab v71 looks to be modelled on Telefunken kit which is very sought after as well. I could not find any reviews. The Summit sounds as nice as my Demeter, but the Demeter has a parametric on it which I need for a Double Bass with a boomy Bb. If it was not for needing EQ then I would keep it and not have to lug a 19" rack around. I'm sure there must be forums around which would be able to give you more informed information.[/quote]

Dont suppose you'd know how it compares to the a designs reddi or tab v71 by any chance?? Cheers Pete [quote name='owen' post='284676' date='Sep 16 2008, 12:06 AM']Sorry, should have said that listings don't go live till 6pm on the 16th (today by now! I should be in bed)[/quote]

Cheers Wayne Gone to a good home!!! Good to meet you , Will sell you a Wal if you like em that much btw !!! Pete [quote name='wayneward100' post='283293' date='Sep 13 2008, 06:17 PM']SOLD!! Cheers for holding it and cheers for the guys who never bought it!! this bass was a bargain its the best JD ive had my hands on and ive had about eight!! I cant believe some one looked at this and offered £500 for it!!!!!!! WTF! You could buy a jazz or summet for £500! Anyway the 5 string wal is awsome Again many thanks you made me a happy bass player again!!! Wayne :-)[/quote]

On hold pending payment

Yeah still available wayne . Not really able to do any trades anyone could with the cash really. [quote name='wayneward100' post='279288' date='Sep 7 2008, 07:49 PM']This bass still available as im intrested [email protected][/quote]

Ok,due to our resident comedian ,and in my case timewaster, pulling out cos he had no money after all, or something,this is still available for a few days £650 or very near offer. Cheers Pete [quote name='MB1' post='273682' date='Aug 31 2008, 01:37 PM']MB1. HHHHHHHOLD THE BUS! (Anyone remember the Banana Splits?..)[/quote]

[quote name='Rayman' post='273131' date='Aug 30 2008, 01:43 PM']PM'd[/quote] Replied!

Last bump!!!!!! come on this is a genuine bargain!!!!!

That's great info. Thanks Rich. It was great to meet you the other day too.

I wish i'd asked Rich (out to play jazz) what the woods were when he was here the other day..i'd guess at the neck headstock being maple if that helps. Feel free to come an see it. [quote name='b.split' post='268060' date='Aug 22 2008, 07:32 PM']Okay thanks anyway looks like a nice bass anyhow[/quote]

Thanks Nick. Still available. [quote name='doctor_of_the_bass' post='266715' date='Aug 21 2008, 12:04 AM']Allo! First you've got a 4 way rotary selector switch with LED indication - you've got an off position, rear pickup only, both p/ups on, front pickup only. The two chrome knobs are notched master volume and passive treble, the mini toggle is the Active EQ on/off switch -which brings the EQ into play; the three abalone-topped black knobs are bass, middle and treble (all centre detented with cut/boost). The XLR does not act as a DI out - its just a more secure method of plugging in![/quote]

[quote name='Crazykiwi' post='265815' date='Aug 19 2008, 07:26 PM']Presumably that quote didn't involve replacing the front facing and refinishing the entire bass?[/quote] No i doubt it,just localised tidying up i'd assume at that price .But if you know anywhere that does a complete refin at that price let me know.

Still available.Apparently Jaydee will fix up the damage by the jack socket for around £65

BUMP!!!