andyonbass Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 (edited) With great reluctance I am offering this brilliant workhorse of a bass for sale, - I just cant get to grips with the string spacing Its a proper german one, usual Warwick refinements, ie , Just-a-nut adjustable nut, 2 piece bridge, recessed straploks, MEC pickups and circuit which combined with the maple body and wenge neck, allow the typical Warwick growl to cut through the mix with great clarity and articulation, (it also does Dub and everything in between) Judging by the wear at the popping finger position, it probably also does slap pretty well too! Talking of wear, this is nearly eighteen years old and has seen some service and bears a few marks, the aforementioned wear from popping (see photo), some minor belt rash, one small ding on the back of neck on the treble side, (which isn't noticable in play), and the general cosmetic marks you would expect from an instrument of this age. . This feels a very solid instrument, average weight, the action can get very low if thats your preference, balances perfectly and is ready to earn its keep! I got this fairly recently, in a trade deal as I have always liked the sound of Warwicks and admired the German quality and this has exceeded my expectations in that respect, its just the string spacing!! I'm asking £450 for it, I would prefer collection as I dont have a case for it and I'm sure any potential buyer would like to try it out first Edited January 21, 2012 by andyonbass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petetapner1 Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Pm'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 [quote name='petetapner1' timestamp='1326644928' post='1499858'] Pm'd [/quote] Replied! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Couple more pictures, courtesy of photobucket, as apparently the 3 pics above have exceeded my permitted quota Perfect balance (the warwick - not me!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 16, 2012 Author Share Posted January 16, 2012 Just gone through 16 pages of "New Content" 'til I got to this - time for a bump! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 Will take a (sensible) near offer on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skezza Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 I assume this is the active one. I am looking for a corvette without any luck and could be tempted. Could you run me through the controls skez Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 [quote name='Skezza' timestamp='1326881651' post='1503067'] I assume this is the active one. I am looking for a corvette without any luck and could be tempted. Could you run me through the controls skez [/quote] Yes it is active, although it has a pull option on the Volume control for passive mode. The controls are Volume as above, Bass (cut/boost I presume) Treble (ditto) and pickup blend. PM'd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 I've got a 4-string 93 Fortress which is a keeper. Such a great neck on these...bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deepbass5 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Had one once, a great design with that woody honk. These have got to start attracting more attention as time passes, for the Wenge neck alone. good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5thread Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Just a quick question could you tell me the string spacing andy cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndThenSome1 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Where abouts are you based? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 [quote name='5thread' timestamp='1326914593' post='1503754'] Just a quick question could you tell me the string spacing andy cheers. [/quote] According to my unscientific ruler measurement, I'd say about 17mm at the bridge. [Edit} Just checked the Warwick web site and it says 16.5mm [quote name='AndThenSome1' timestamp='1326916463' post='1503797'] Where abouts are you based? [/quote] I am in Swindon, Wilts [quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1326883681' post='1503108'] I've got a 4-string 93 Fortress which is a keeper. Such a great neck on these...bump [/quote] [quote name='deepbass5' timestamp='1326912444' post='1503706'] Had one once, a great design with that woody honk. These have got to start attracting more attention as time passes, for the Wenge neck alone. good luck[/quote] Thanks, guys, you're right about the woody honk ............ and the neck!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosts Over Japan Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 If my bass sells I'm gonna grab this if it isn't too late, I love these basses! So comfy to play! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 19, 2012 Author Share Posted January 19, 2012 [quote name='Ghosts Over Japan' timestamp='1326936946' post='1504136'] If my bass sells I'm gonna grab this if it isn't too late, I love these basses! So comfy to play! [/quote] There has never been a better time to buy a used Warwick, prices are rock bottom for some reason, the quality and performance you get for your money cannot be equalled! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosts Over Japan Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 [quote name='andyonbass' timestamp='1326963530' post='1504225'] There has never been a better time to buy a used Warwick, prices are rock bottom for some reason, the quality and performance you get for your money cannot be equalled! [/quote] To be fair the fortress 5 is the only warwick that I've really wanted, I think because the body shape is so similar to a Marleaux (my favourite basses) and they do balance incredibly well! Still, gotta wait for mine to sell as I just don't have the cash, unless your interested in a nonn-metal looking ESP LTD five string with those real nice EMG's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted January 20, 2012 Author Share Posted January 20, 2012 [quote name='Ghosts Over Japan' timestamp='1326997671' post='1505021'] To be fair the fortress 5 is the only warwick that I've really wanted, I think because the body shape is so similar to a Marleaux (my favourite basses) and they do balance incredibly well! Still, gotta wait for mine to sell as I just don't have the cash, unless your interested in a nonn-metal looking ESP LTD five string with those real nice EMG's? [/quote] Thanks for the trade offer, but I need to recoup some cash from a recent gas attack!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Orange Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 PM'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Orange Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Picked up the bass today. Really smooth deal and he even let me have a go on his Barefaced Midget cab (I'm seriously looking at getting one now!). I've left feedback in the feedback forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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