solo4652 Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 (edited) I bought this brand new 3 months ago as my first foray into Jazz basses, thinking it would be a good chassis for an upgrade project. It turns out that it's far too good to be hacked about. Review article; [url="http://www.performing-musician.com/pm/jun08/articles/vintageav4.htm"]http://www.performin.../vintageav4.htm[/url] Because I've hardly played the bass, it's virtually "as new" with no dings, buckle-rash, scrapes or tarnishing anywhere. It's completely original, with Alder body, brass saddles and a brand new set of D'Addario XL half-wounds which really make the bass sparkle and sing. The build quality, for the price, is very impressive - good, tight neck pocket, glossy Alder body, smooth-working Wilkinson hardware. The scratchplate has a faint minty hue to it that doesn't show up in the photos. The neck is wider than a standard Jazz which I like, since I'm used to a P neck. I'm selling it because, being honest with myself, I've realised that I prefer P basses. This is a really well-made starter bass, or back-up, or start-point for upgrading. However, you may well find that the bass is more than good enough as it stands without needing major mods. No bag or case with it. I'm more than happy to pack it well for courier collection. I'll deliver it for free anywhere in south Manchester. £[s]160 [/s]ono. Now £125. Might trade for a decent, small class D head of 300W or more. Photos here. . The darker marks on the back of the neck are not dings or damage at all - they're simply part of the Maple wood. Apologies for the squint, out-of-focus images. If anybody wants photos of any specific part of the bass, just let me know. Steve Edited February 13, 2015 by solo4652 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 These Vintage basses are great value for money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 (edited) They sure are. When I bought it, I was expecting something pretty basic that I could treat as a knock-about project bass. Dammit, it turned out to be really well made with quality woods and electrics. Far too good to butcher it or leave it under a bed. They've been discontinued now (replaced by Fret King range?). Would make a great starter bass for somebody. Edited September 20, 2014 by solo4652 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahfish Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 just a heads up =- the review link doesn't work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 OK - thanks for that. I'm hoping this works: http://www.performing-musician.com/pm/jun08/articles/vintageav4.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted September 26, 2014 Author Share Posted September 26, 2014 Bumping this because I'd like to move it on to make room for a rather tasty Precision that's come up for sale. First offer over £125 gets this high-quality budget bass. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted October 1, 2014 Author Share Posted October 1, 2014 Bump. Now £125. Would trade for a small, powerful class D head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkfinger Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Had one of these and was really superb quality. Worth mentioning that it has high-output Wilkinson Pickups as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 Yep - Alder body, nicely-finished matt maple neck, chunky bridge with brass saddles, solid-sounding Wilkinson pickups. Excellent build quality with tight neck pocket and rich-looking body finish. Front pickup is especially impressive, giving a tone that's pretty close to a pure Precision but without the muddiness you sometimes get. Add in a little bridge pickup to give some snap and you have a very giggable instrument. If I don't sell this for £125, I'll definitely keep it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted October 8, 2014 Author Share Posted October 8, 2014 Bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted November 28, 2014 Author Share Posted November 28, 2014 Upwards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted December 2, 2014 Author Share Posted December 2, 2014 Cute, lonely bass looking for loving home this Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted December 10, 2014 Author Share Posted December 10, 2014 It'll be lonely this Christmas... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted February 4, 2015 Author Share Posted February 4, 2015 Oooops - sorry! Only just spotted your reply. PM'd you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo4652 Posted February 13, 2015 Author Share Posted February 13, 2015 Bass now sold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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