Old Horse Murphy Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 (edited) [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]I just recently bought this but unfortunately I've just acquired a Stingray 5 string so this has to go. Its an early 90's Fender HMT Bass. Basically it's a semi-acoustic P Bass with a Jazz profile neck. It weighs approx 7lbs and is wonderfully balanced and a joy to play. This bass has been well used and as a result has a few marks on it (pictured where possible). The Silver Lace sensor pickup works fine and gives everything from a grindy P bass sound through to a woody, semi-acoustic mellow tone. The Piezo doesn't work at the moment, but I'm sure this is a loose connection and an easy fix as it's unbalanced I never used this anyway as it had quite a harsh sound). [color=#000000]The original stovepipe knobs have been replaced with wooden controls which I think look a whole lot better. It also comes in a nice Ritter gigbag and is strung with flatwounds.[/color] [color=#000000]These are now discontinued and becoming quite rare and sought after.[/color] [color=#000000]Here are the specs from Fender:[/color] [color=#000000]Top: Figured Maple[/color][/size][/font][list] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Back and Sides: Basswood[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Scale: 34 1/8"[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Nut Width: 1 1/2"[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Serial Number: J025013[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Fretboard: Rosewood[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Headstock Shape: Angled peghead without scroll at top[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Headstock Overlay: Bold Script Logo[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Inlays: Triangular sharkstooth inlay[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Pickup(s): Silver Lace Sensor pickup with Precision-style split-coil configuration, Plezo bridge pickup[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Made in Japan[/size][/font] [*][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Weight: 7 lbs[/size][/font] [/list] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]I'm looking for £310 inc P&P.[/size][/font] Edited July 18, 2012 by Old Horse Murphy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimryan Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Ooooooo pretty. I want, I want, I want. Shame I can't afford it right now :-( Humour me though, does it play and sound as good as it looks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted June 23, 2012 Author Share Posted June 23, 2012 [quote name='Jimryan' timestamp='1340479291' post='1705150'] Ooooooo pretty. I want, I want, I want. Shame I can't afford it right now :-( Humour me though, does it play and sound as good as it looks? [/quote] No mate, it's an absolute Dog....... Seriously, it's a wonderful sounding and playing bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 I've never seen one of these with a pointy headstocks before, only the normal fender type, very cool bass, I'd be very interested if I had the cash (2nd baby on the way ) great price for a very unique bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Is the neck done in such a way to be compatible with other Fender necks, aside from new screw holes? How does it feed back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 I nearly pulled the trigger on this last time, fantastic price, I paid about £700 for a new one back in the 90's. With that piezo these things can really scream out metal, but can also thump like a 60's. Send it out on trial to Tom (1946) bet you get a bank transfer back . Anybody that doesn't like the neck, replace it, would look nice with a maple board. Lovely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Not feeding back would be a fairly major issue for me, the idea being I can get the necessary feedback at a lower volume level to my solid body bass. More interested in if it feeds back in a small or broad band of frequencies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 Always wanted one of these! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Steve Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 I shall check on my fretless at home and may well have this is I can swap necks with my (non-HMT) variant. The finish on yours is lovely and you're not far away at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted July 18, 2012 Author Share Posted July 18, 2012 Bump for lower price. I won't let it go for lower than this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimike Posted July 18, 2012 Share Posted July 18, 2012 [u]Pm'd[/u] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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