Mr Bassman Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 (edited) Thought I'd stick my neck out with this. I bought it new in the late 70's It's seen some action and could do with some t.l.c. I had it converted to five string some years ago but it would be easy enough to return it to four with some filler and a new nut. It could be a good project instrument for someone with the necessary skills, or maybe just a piece of wal art. [attachment=140675:IMG_0313.JPG] Edited August 4, 2013 by Mr Bassman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pierreganseman Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 hmh... I am a bit lost on this one lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clashcityrocker Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Brilliant! Very punk glws Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mashup Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 I'll give you £500 for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 would have been all over this if it was still a four string. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudewheresmybass Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Has mdp joined our merry band under a pseudonym? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 [quote name='dudewheresmybass' timestamp='1375623129' post='2163533'] Has mdp joined our merry band under a pseudonym? [/quote] Don't think so. If it was him he would have been extolling the virtues of getting rid of all the superfluous bits and just leaving the vitally important component for easier playing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted August 4, 2013 Author Share Posted August 4, 2013 [quote name='mashup' timestamp='1375620432' post='2163488'] I'll give you £500 for it. [/quote] Ok, but you'll have to pay postage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger2611 Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 I reckon if you find MDP on evilbay he will give you at least twice what you are asking for such a fine example and with all the hardwork already done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassninja Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 More pics, please. Looks like there's a crack near the nut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregBass Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 Would this fit directly onto a Status headless to make it complete and usable, or would that involve heavy woodwork? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 What does this weigh? And is it prone to neck-dive? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted August 5, 2013 Author Share Posted August 5, 2013 (edited) [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000][size=4][quote name='bassninja' timestamp='1375685267' post='2164115'][/size][/color] [color=#000000][size=4]More pics, please. Looks like there's a crack near the nut.[/size][/color] [color=#000000][size=4][/quote][/size][/color][/font] [color=#000000][font=Noteworthy-Light][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]The crack is superficial and only adds character & mojo[/font] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][quote name='GregBass' timestamp='1375692268' post='2164219'] Would this fit directly onto a Status headless to make it complete and usable, or would that involve heavy woodwork? [/quote][/font][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Noteworthy-Light][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I guess you could retro-fit this to a Status with some gaffa tape and chewing gum [/font][/size][/font][/color] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1375694903' post='2164275'] What does this weigh? And is it prone to neck-dive? [/quote][/font] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I would say it's about average for a late 70's model, Ive not noticed any neck dive personally[/font] Edited August 5, 2013 by Mr Bassman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 This might be worth more than you think as it could be from the 60's. That little hole is a dead give away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cd_david Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 whats the width at the 'missing' nut? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted August 5, 2013 Author Share Posted August 5, 2013 [color=#000000][font=Noteworthy-Light][size=4] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][quote name='TPJ' timestamp='1375698033' post='2164323'][/font][/size][/font][/color][color=#000000][font=Noteworthy-Light][size=4] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]This might be worth more than you think as it could be from the 60's. That little hole is a dead give away. [/quote][/font][/size][/font][/color][color=#000000][font=Noteworthy-Light][size=4] [font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I agree Tom, it does have that vintage appearance, but for full disclosure I must point out that the hole was and accident. I was on a pub gig where there was a darts match on. It was the ladies team final and I was standing next to the dartboard![/font][/size][/font][/color] [quote name='cd_david' timestamp='1375698829' post='2164344'] whats the width at the 'missing' nut? [/quote] On my bathroom scales it measures about 40mm, or 1 5/8" in old money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 When exactly did Jaco play this..? Pics..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mart Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 You're in the wrong forum, mate. If you're selling a head it should be in the "amps & cabs" section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GremlinAndy Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 [color=#FFA500]Is it fair to say the body has slight Mojo'ing?[/color] [color=#FFA500]I know there is a trend for *roadworn* basses, but one has to draw the line somewhere...[/color] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 Is it a ghost ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 Is it any good for metal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinynorman Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 [quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1375621781' post='2163516'] would have been all over this if it was still a four string. [/quote] You could convert it back with some filler and an extra string tree to hide it. Which hole you fill depends whether you like 4 in line or 3+1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 wILLING TO TRADE FOR A CAPS LOCK KEY..? lITTLE USED, NEARLY NEW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bassman Posted August 5, 2013 Author Share Posted August 5, 2013 [quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1375739854' post='2165130'] Is it any good for metal? [/quote] No, it's made of wood [quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1375745088' post='2165222'] wILLING TO TRADE FOR A CAPS LOCK KEY..? lITTLE USED, NEARLY NEW. [/quote] Amiga or Atari? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 [quote name='Mr Bassman' timestamp='1375747148' post='2165229']...Amiga or Atari?[/quote] Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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