Herbsley Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 (edited) Hi all, Need to whittle down my bass collection a little, to just the ones that I actually use often. I bought this V1004 new a little while ago, when I had a bit of a GAS spree, buying loads of basses. I was totally knocked out by the looks of the thing, and am pleased to report that it sounds just as nice. The RRP was £500, and I think the cheapest you can find them nowadays is about £275? To be honest I have not used it much since I bought it, as I tend to stick to my Ibanez as a four-string when I'm not using my OLP five - so this beautiful Vintage has mostly just been sitting on my guitar rack looking pretty since I bought it. It has never been gigged. As such it is still in amazing condition. I have looked right around the bass and the only mark I can see when I turn it into the light is a very light and small scuff in the lacquer on the back of the body. The rest of the guitar is perfect. The only other thing I should mention is that the gold hardware has faded in colour a little - as gold hardware often does. Meaning that it is more like a silvery gold. Still lovely and shiny, and otherwise completely new looking, but not as in-your-face solid gold coloured as it once was. Info on this guitar here - [url="http://www.gak.co.uk/en/vintage-v1004-bass/7261"]http://www.gak.co.uk/en/vintage-v1004-bass/7261[/url] Anyway - here are some pics. If anyone wants any more info or pics, please get in touch by PM or by phone (07787 116 808). Cheers, Adrian Edited August 7, 2011 by Herbsley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted June 20, 2011 Author Share Posted June 20, 2011 A quick search reveals that BassChat stalwart 'Machines' reviewed the DX version (different wood finish) back in the day - and was suitably impressed. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=9244&hl=v1004"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=9244&hl=v1004[/url] It is a lovely bass, this. Almost as new condition, and for less than half RRP. H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muttley Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 Have a free bump on me. (I have the fretless version of the model that Machines reviewed.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted June 21, 2011 Author Share Posted June 21, 2011 Thanks Muttley. Yeah, it's not just a pretty face this bass. It got very well reviewed at the time too - from magazines and users such as ourselves. It's still for sale folks, so get in touch if you are tempted for some neck-thru loveliness at a low price. btw: I can also arrange to email any specific pics of the bass that anyone requires. Cheers, H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted June 23, 2011 Author Share Posted June 23, 2011 (edited) Think I'm gunna have to list this on Ebay soon - which would be a shame - but then I need the cash quite sharpish. Unless someone wants to make an offer. H. PS - Noticed a slight crackle from the pick-up select/blend knob last night when I was cleaning/testing my basses. No worries though, just took a squirt of Servisol and back to normal. Edited June 23, 2011 by Herbsley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted June 23, 2011 Author Share Posted June 23, 2011 I'm still considering offers on this bass. So much bass for the money. Wilkinson pick-ups and active EQ. Plenty of power and tones at your disposal. Gave her a little slap and tinkle tonight when I was doing a routine clean/polish of my basses (is that sad?). Still sounds as good as new. And that really quite gorgeous thru-neck. Mmmm. (Insert Homer Simpson drool smiley here). Give uz a shout if you want her. H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 1, 2011 Author Share Posted July 1, 2011 Price reduction bump! £180 now, for this lovely, drool-some, and well-reviewed, active bass. A total bargain. Any questions, PM me or give me a shout. Cheers, Adrian (07787 116 808) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 6, 2011 Author Share Posted July 6, 2011 Hey all, Final reduction bump. Quite surprised this pretty thing is still here tbh. Now at roughly one third of its original RRP, and a full £100 cheaper than I can find online. Soooo much bass for the money. I really can't let her go for any less. H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom1946 Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Bump for a cracking bass, this is a bargain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crag42 Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Christ if i had the dosh this would be mine..... Have a bumper bump Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 7, 2011 Author Share Posted July 7, 2011 Thanks gents. Yup - it's a lovely bit of kit. I was on a bit of a neck-thru / thru-neck spending streak at the time that I bought it (my bank account had a major GAS-leak), but now my car tax is due - and so it is with some reluctance that, as an under-used bass sitting pretty on the rack, she has to go. If I can drum up the cash elsewhere she'll stay, as it's a shame to be letting her go (and to be taking such a hit on the price!). But until then, there's such a bargain here waiting for someone. Cheers, Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacklunn Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 (edited) Hi! Im interested in purchasing this from you. I dont suppose you live in the Leeds area do you? and if not will the £175 you are looking for include postage too? also how do you prefer to receive the cash? ive never done a deal on here before. - Jack Edited July 7, 2011 by jacklunn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 7, 2011 Author Share Posted July 7, 2011 Hey Jack, I've sent you a PM reply. Cheers, Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 9, 2011 Author Share Posted July 9, 2011 Weekend bump. C'mon folks. It's the weekend. Treat yourself! Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 18, 2011 Author Share Posted July 18, 2011 This bass is still for sale. Very popular among Ebay Members who, in their droves, seemingly love to click "Watch This Item" and then not bid. Obviously neck-thru pervs who just like to look at the pretty pictures for a week . It is a nice bass, mind. A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 24, 2011 Author Share Posted July 24, 2011 Still taking offers on this bass, ladies and gents. It looks nice. It sounds nice. And by golly it plays nice. Set up with a lovely low action with no fret buzz. And obviously the Wilkinson active electronics play mellow to poppy to growly. Does no-one fancy some lurvely neck-thru action? Text or PM me if you are interested Adrian 07787 116 808 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 (edited) Still for sale. Recently set-up with a lovely low action - and new 9v battery fitted. Will consider offers. Also would consider possible trade for a four-string fretless. Cheers, A. Edited July 26, 2011 by Herbsley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mic mac moe Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 have a free bump. I have the 5 string in tiger eye. My main bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 28, 2011 Author Share Posted July 28, 2011 Cheers mate. Yep, they are great basses. And I'm practically giving this one away in near-new condition! Still no definite hand-shakes on it though, so folks can still feel free to contact me about it. Cheers all, Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted July 30, 2011 Author Share Posted July 30, 2011 Last chance price of £150, fellow BCers - which is daft cheap, quite frankly. Would consider a swap for a fretless. If she doesn't sell at this price, I'll just have to cut my losses, cut out the middle man, and mebbe have her de-fretted. As others have mentioned, I can't believe a bass like this is still here. So . . . For just £150. Save this bass. (from the pliers and sand-paper) Adrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted August 1, 2011 Author Share Posted August 1, 2011 Bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted August 6, 2011 Author Share Posted August 6, 2011 Last chance bump folks. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-V1004-Active-Bass-Guitar-Neck-Thru-Nearly-New-/150641671476?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item2312f17d34"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-V1004-Ac...=item2312f17d34[/url] A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbsley Posted August 7, 2011 Author Share Posted August 7, 2011 Bass now sold to a fellow BassChatter. Pics removed to save BC server space - and donation on its way soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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