Gust0o Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 (edited) Quick edit: am more than happy to post! Thinking back to the parody sales threads, I'm trying to avoid the old cliches To put it simply, I'm not playing this one. It's a very fine bass, and frankly wasted on a luddite like myself. I'm going to borrow some old pics, whilst I arrange for some new ones - but this is it, my MTD Kingston Heir 5: Manufacturer specs can be found here: [url="http://www.mtdkingston.com/basses/heir.htm"]http://www.mtdkingston.com/basses/heir.htm[/url] Over and above those specs, previous owner BassBunny had a Bartolini pre-amp installed. It's the Bart 5.4 AP pre-amp and was set-up and installed by Steve Robinson of Sale, who also installed a flip-up battery cover at the rear. Quoting directly from BassBunny: "Mike Tobias recommended the pre and it is amazing. Usual controls, Vol/Bal/Bass/Middle/Treble and a push/pull on the Volume for Active/Passive. It also has a 3 position toggle that changes the "Mid" frequencies." There is a small ding in the headstock, and some scratching to the lower rear (matron), but otherwise in fine condition. It's a light bass, which was my main attraction. I was playing 5-string and had just slipped my disc, so finding this came as a great relief - literally! It's got great access to the fretboard, which meant fewer contortions whilst playing - in fact, the neck tapers as you move up the notes, which is a blessing; whilst the 35" scale and zero-fret help keep things tight and tidy. Asking for £350 cash outright - trades are more flexible. I'd like a decent Precision or Jazz ideally, 4-string prefered (if it's another five, I'd be looking for a Jazz). However, I am willing to listen to trade offers - including cash either way, if the values don't balance neatly. I'll grab some additional pictures this evening, but am happy to take requests Based in North Yorks. Collection prefered, and I do a mean cuppa for those wishing to try Edited February 20, 2011 by Gust0o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosts Over Japan Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Thats a ridiculously cheap price for ALOT of bass, these things are fantastic! Good luck with the sale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 Thanks Ghosts - it is, indeed, a lot of bass! I think trade is the prefered option. Just waiting to see what people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 That's a LOT of bang for your buck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 [quote name='cocco' post='1118903' date='Feb 7 2011, 02:13 PM']That's a LOT of bang for your buck![/quote] Christ, at that price I am almost tempted to have it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 Let's have an evening bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 PM'ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Great basses these - I had 2 of them a few years back! Most amazing thing was finding out that, if you had a question about the bass and contact Tobias, Mike Tobias would email back personally!! They play superbly, are a very comfortable weight IIRC, the necks are very comfortable..and the low B strings sound really good (well my 2 did).. So to be honest, I'm surprised it's not gone already, especially with the upgraded electronics! Good luck with the sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 9, 2011 Author Share Posted February 9, 2011 Mike Tobias had a hand in selecting the pre-amp for this one, so you can't say better - the man himself getting on the line to Bass Bunny to tell him what he thought was the best The B is very tight, to the point where I thought of joining in that Dingwalls-do-it-better debate - as I've not seen any better than this. The zero-fret keeps it tight, and I've had another set of Elixirs on it since picking it up. The weight is a good point, as it's a very light base by my standards. I swapped out my previous five for this when I damaged my back, and the primary attraction was the blessed relief of finally having a lightweight five! I've had some nibbles, but I suspect many people are waiting for other items to sell to free up cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 9, 2011 Author Share Posted February 9, 2011 Bumpy bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 10, 2011 Author Share Posted February 10, 2011 Somebody should buy this, or something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 Alright, now that is a tasty looking bass! If only I had the readies... anything in my signature tickle your fancy trade wise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 10, 2011 Author Share Posted February 10, 2011 Yeah, you could do me your Sandberg Cali PM in a straight swap! The PM's are lush. My ultimate trade hankering was for a Fender Precision, of some type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 [quote name='Gust0o' post='1122504' date='Feb 10 2011, 12:24 PM']Yeah, you could do me your Sandberg Cali PM in a straight swap! The PM's are lush. My ultimate trade hankering was for a Fender Precision, of some type.[/quote] Haha! Not a chance I've only just gotten my hands on the Sandy after hankering for one for ages and now I'm in love, so she's going nowhere any time soon; truly splendid basses - I plan on getting a few more Sandbergs... a Ken Taylor and a Custom Supreme would do it. What about a trade for Warwick Corvette $$? (don't worry, I think I know the answer to that already ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 10, 2011 Author Share Posted February 10, 2011 I'll have to add Sandberg to my list, certainly one I hear good things about. I'm afraid I'm going to be a little specific on my trades. Cash-wise, I'm only going to sell this to buy a Precision or Jazz, so I guess my mind's a little made up - unless someone has something they know I can't say no to, like a BC Rich Eagle. I love those like Garfield loves lasagne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 10, 2011 Author Share Posted February 10, 2011 Bumpy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 [quote name='Gust0o' post='1122569' date='Feb 10 2011, 01:21 PM']I'll have to add Sandberg to my list, certainly one I hear good things about. I'm afraid I'm going to be a little specific on my trades. Cash-wise, I'm only going to sell this to buy a Precision or Jazz, so I guess my mind's a little made up - unless someone has something they know I can't say no to, like a BC Rich Eagle. I love those like Garfield loves lasagne.[/quote] Hehe, yeah you should give the Sandbergs a go; I thought they'd be nice before I got one, but now I have one It's cemented my view of Sandbergs well and truly - consider them my lasagne Anyway, best of luck with the sale - if you still have this in 2 weeks, I just might be buying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 10, 2011 Author Share Posted February 10, 2011 You never know, in this market - it could well be here still! I want that Blue Fender Precision, so might need to break this little chain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatcoupe432 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 interested in amps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 I just bought a new head and cabs the other month, Fiat - bad timing, and all that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 12, 2011 Author Share Posted February 12, 2011 Bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted February 12, 2011 Share Posted February 12, 2011 I have one of these. I always pipe up when they come up for sale. It is hands down the most comfortable bass I have owned. It is light. The MTD neck is asymetric and totally lush. With the powerful EQ on board there is nothing that would touch this bass for another £500 franlky. These basses are totally bargainous. No. Really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 12, 2011 Author Share Posted February 12, 2011 [quote name='owen' post='1125079' date='Feb 12 2011, 04:10 PM']I have one of these. I always pipe up when they come up for sale. It is hands down the most comfortable bass I have owned. It is light. The MTD neck is asymetric and totally lush. With the powerful EQ on board there is nothing that would touch this bass for another £500 franlky. These basses are totally bargainous. No. Really.[/quote] Haha, don't talk me into keeping it, Owen! The consensus seems to be that this is a bargain; but, equally, that no one has any money. Bad timing, eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 I could be tempted to buy this if you could post... Does it have a hard case? If not I guess you could whip the neck off and cocoon both sections in bubble wrap... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted February 13, 2011 Author Share Posted February 13, 2011 Yes, could certainly post. No hardcase, sadly, but can take the usual precautions with shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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