chuck_stones Posted December 30, 2011 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fianso Posted December 30, 2011 Share Posted December 30, 2011 (edited) Bump for this GREAT Bass for a little price ! It was my ex Edited December 30, 2011 by Fianso Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted December 31, 2011 Author Share Posted December 31, 2011 Thanks Fianso. Indeed it is a remarkable bass. I'll get some pics up in a while Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skezza Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 looks utterly awesome skez Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted December 31, 2011 Author Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted January 2, 2012 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamd Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Beautiful instrument, great spec too. Alas I only have tradebait to offer, have a bump anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted January 3, 2012 Author Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 Friday bump! Have a good weekend everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbiffa Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 What cash price are you interested in for a fellow Yorkshire BCer with collection on 9th Jan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbiffa Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 You have a PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbiffa Posted January 11, 2012 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Still love this bass - would cost maybe £3K to have one custom built now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbiffa Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Still want to buy this.............if you log in send me a PM please John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbiffa Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Please send me a PM to discuss cash sale Thanks John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbiffa Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Anybody out there bump! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted May 19, 2012 Author Share Posted May 19, 2012 Back up bump! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_stones Posted May 20, 2012 Author Share Posted May 20, 2012 Price negotiable bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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