phsycoandy Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 (edited) A rare bass indeed and probably the pinacle of John's art. A 4 string fretted Supersession with book matched birds eye maple front and back and matching headstock. Multi 5 laminated Neck and body with through neck. Bound ebony fretboard and head stock Original illuminated fibre optic position markers, in two colours red when in active mode and green when in passive mode, powered by one of the 9 volt batteries. Solid brass hardware Oval pickups with birds eye covers to match the body Three band active EQ Jack output, the original jack on the edge of the body doesn't work so output is via the jack on the front. There is no XLR out, I'm guessing it was where the front jack is and I guess could be re-instated. There is some light fret wear, a few marks on the top edge of the forearm bout see pic, some tarnish and loss of the varish to the brass parts especially on the rear battery cover and fibre optic access panel. There is a small ding on the rear of the neck see pic but nothing much really, there is a little wear to the varnish to the rear on the lower horn area and slight buckle rash. All electrics work fine and the sound is nothing short of huge as you would expect. Comes with original advertising brochure from JD and what I'm assuming is the original plush lined case with leather handle. [u]£1395. [/u] [b]NOW SOLD[/b]. Ships Free in UK Mainland. I believe it dates from 1980 but I am waiting for John's confirmation. Edited August 22, 2011 by phsycoandy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truckstop Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Wow! I don't tend to go for coffee table basses anymore but that is stunning! Truckstop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatboter Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Beautiful ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 Bernie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted August 19, 2011 Author Share Posted August 19, 2011 [quote name='steve-soar' post='1345693' date='Aug 19 2011, 05:59 PM']Bernie? [/quote] typo, mind block or the like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 [quote name='phsycoandy' post='1345702' date='Aug 19 2011, 06:09 PM']typo, mind block or the like![/quote] That's what owning GB's does to ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB3000S Posted August 19, 2011 Share Posted August 19, 2011 OMG - that's one cool Jaydee!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 Pm's replied to bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) MB1. "Heres Johnny!" Another outstanding bass from Mr P. BUMP! Edited August 20, 2011 by MB1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adledman Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 wow that is nice. gimme a coffee table rather than a lump of fender any day! now that is what i would call a rare and unique jd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 The fellas in white coats will be round with a nice new coat which does up at the back and to take you to a padded room later This is an absolutely beautiful bass..if it's anything like my Roadie it must be something else - you must be mad to part with this If the trade fro my Wal falls through I may be in touch.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted August 21, 2011 Author Share Posted August 21, 2011 [quote name='TheGreek' post='1347275' date='Aug 21 2011, 05:01 PM'] The fellas in white coats will be round with a nice new coat which does up at the back and to take you to a padded room later This is an absolutely beautiful bass..if it's anything like my Roadie it must be something else - you must be mad to part with this If the trade fro my Wal falls through I may be in touch..[/quote] More like the guys in suits from Barclaycard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted August 22, 2011 Author Share Posted August 22, 2011 SOLD PENDING Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 mmm, sold a couple of hours later than I thought, what a stunner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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