chuck_stones Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 (edited) Back up for sale! Bear with me on this one all (I'm still hesitant to let this beauty go, in my mind this is a lifetime keeper). I'm in a bit of a pickle financially and despite my best efforts to remedy things, drastic times (might) call for drastic measure....so, potentially up for [b]sale [/b](depending on interest) is my adored Performance Guitars Louis Johnson 'Dragon' Bass. [url="http://www.performanceguitar.com/gallery/catalog.php?action=show_custom&id=148&cat=8"]http://www.performan...om&id=148&cat=8[/url] Simply the most sublime instrument I've ever had the pleasure of playing, let alone owning. Sounds amazing, plays like butter and looks that kill. [b]Specs:[/b] Model: Dragon Bass Body: Alder Neck & Finger Board: Hard Maple / Rosewood Frets: Medium Stainless, 21F Scale: 34" Nut Width Size: 1-3/4" Pickups: Bartolini MMC in Bridge position. Bartolini Jazz in Neck position. Pre-amp: East U-Retro Deluxe Control: Master Volume -Treble boost / cut -Bass boost / cut -Mid boost / cut (and variable mid sweep) -Ultra High boost / cut (pull / push) -Passive tone cut & passive bypass (push/pull) Hardware: Gold Finish: Tobacco sunburst satin finish Bridge: Badass II Additional Info: Designed by Louis Johnson, Face Jack, custom built (one of a kind), gold hardware throughout, reverse headstock. Weighs in at around 9lbs (if I recall - I don't have any scales to confirm that on). In near mint condition aside from one small ding on the front bottom corner (damn guitarist!) and some wear to the gold finish on the tuning pins. I bought this from Barrie (Molan) just over a year ago and aside from the a fore mentioned wear, it's in exactly the same state. Everything else is in top condition. Comes complete with hardcase and certificate of authenticity from Kenny Sugai. I'd [i]like [/i]to get just shy of what I paid for it but as I'm in urgent need of money, I'd consider taking a bit less; let's start at [b]£1700[/b] and work from there. I would also consider a trade for a lesser bass (such as a Sandberg JM4 or the like) with cash my way to make up the difference. I'm happy to ship anywhere at buyers expense, but please ask for a quote first. I'll also happily deliver within a few hundred miles of Tunbridge Wells in Kent, if the buyer can cover my fuel costs. I've included the original pics from Molan's post and here's a few more 'arty' pics of the dragon: [url="https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BxG_g-g-TNKTazZXeElENXFlWkE"]https://docs.google....azZXeElENXFlWkE[/url] [attachment=96099:louis johnston close front small.jpg][attachment=96100:louis johnston full front small.jpg][attachment=96101:louis johnston full rear small.jpg][attachment=96102:louis johnston head small.jpg][attachment=108282:_1050910.JPG][attachment=108283:_1050920.JPG] Edited June 14, 2012 by chuck_stones
Fianso Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 (edited) Bump for this GREAT Bass for a little price ! It was my ex Edited December 30, 2011 by Fianso
chuck_stones Posted December 31, 2011 Author Posted December 31, 2011 Thanks Fianso. Indeed it is a remarkable bass. I'll get some pics up in a while
chuck_stones Posted December 31, 2011 Author Posted December 31, 2011 [quote name='Skezza' timestamp='1325335482' post='1482200'] looks utterly awesome skez [/quote] Cheers Skez, indeed it is Bump for some pics added.
molan Posted January 2, 2012 Posted January 2, 2012 This really is a stunning bass with sublime build quality and feel. I only sold it because I prefer a really slim neck these days. As stated above, it's really versatile as well, built to Fianso's original spec I think - excellent choices Fi
grahamd Posted January 2, 2012 Posted January 2, 2012 Beautiful instrument, great spec too. Alas I only have tradebait to offer, have a bump anyway!
chuck_stones Posted January 3, 2012 Author Posted January 3, 2012 Bump! Have also decided to offer this up with a Fusion F1 gig back as opposed to the hardcase if people prefer, just let me know.
chuck_stones Posted January 6, 2012 Author Posted January 6, 2012 Friday bump! Have a good weekend everyone
johnbiffa Posted January 7, 2012 Posted January 7, 2012 What cash price are you interested in for a fellow Yorkshire BCer with collection on 9th Jan?
johnbiffa Posted January 11, 2012 Posted January 11, 2012 I will take cash with me if you want to sell Thursday evening in Leeds. You can get me on 07920284993 If not, good luck with the sale and I'll buy something else with my readies Cheers John
molan Posted January 11, 2012 Posted January 11, 2012 Still love this bass - would cost maybe £3K to have one custom built now
johnbiffa Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Still want to buy this.............if you log in send me a PM please John
johnbiffa Posted January 13, 2012 Posted January 13, 2012 Please send me a PM to discuss cash sale Thanks John
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