Thor Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 (edited) Hi All, It's with a heavy heart I have to offer this Mike Dirnt Roadworn P Bass for sale. I bought this new last year from GAK, they're currently retailing around £1066 - yes I know they're expensive and have read the threads on here, but I was in a much better place financially last year! Wait until you see the next listing - I'm sure to get some stick!! So here's my 2014 Mike Dirnt Roadworn P in Blonde and Maple, these are made from Ash and have a lovely nitro finish to them - also, no garish signature on these models, just the star marking on the neckplate. It weighs in at a very lightweight 8.3 lbs (on my bathroom scales) and is a joy to play, it comes complete with the Fender Hardcase and candy etc, if anyone wants pics (of case etc) I'll have to upload them later as the case is in my rehearsal space. Anyhow, here's some pics: Price is firm (at the moment), I'm also thinning the herd generally and depending what sells first, may withdraw this from sale. Edited September 25, 2016 by Thor R*cky reference removed
Billy Apple Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 This is a lovely bass. I tried one out last year and it felt awesome in the hand, very custom shop-esque. Plus they'd cured the weight ills of the earlier non-road-worn ones. GLWTS
karlfer Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 That is very nice indeed. What is the nut width and neck profile please?
Thor Posted January 26, 2015 Author Posted January 26, 2015 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1422299869' post='2670921'] This is a lovely bass. I tried one out last year and it felt awesome in the hand, very custom shop-esque. Plus they'd cured the weight ills of the earlier non-road-worn ones. GLWTS [/quote] Hi Sean, thanks for the positive comment - this really is a joy to play, nice lightweight (I used to have an earlier MD that was a back breaker), great action and certainly whilst the neck is "chunky" it feels a much better profile than the earlier version also. I know the Roadworn isn't to everyone's taste, but the neck feels nicely played in and I believe Fender used a Custom Shop '59 style pick up in these. [quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1422303388' post='2670977'] That is very nice indeed. What is the nut width and neck profile please? [/quote] Hi there Karl - it sure is a beaut! Fender state 1.59" or 40.4mm at the nut - having just measured it with a steel rule I can confirm this measures a tad over 40mm but would say less than 40.5mm, I can't be any more accurate in this light! Sorry! Hope this helps. I'll have another go in daylight and report back if I think any different. Neck profile is stated as a C profile, although I'd say it's more like my '68 P (which is a B profile). I know the early version of these were like a baseball bat - this isn't. Thanks, Pete
karlfer Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 (edited) Thanks Pete. NOT the answers my bank balance wanted to hear, AND a maple board Time for a bit of hard thinking. Edited January 26, 2015 by karlfer
Thor Posted January 26, 2015 Author Posted January 26, 2015 Well I hope your Limelight sells soon sir! I'm surprised it hasn't sold already tbh, was going to list my Surf Green bitsa Jazz but think I'll hang on a bit longer.
karlfer Posted January 26, 2015 Posted January 26, 2015 Gig bag included? Collection from [s]a different timezone?[/s] Wiltshire?
Thor Posted January 26, 2015 Author Posted January 26, 2015 [quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1422306583' post='2671037'] Gig bag included? Fender Hardcase like the '74 AVRI I'm selling Collection from [s]a different timezone?[/s] Wiltshire? Tea/Coffee & biscuits could be in order! My good lady doesn't normally let me have biscuits! [/quote]
Thor Posted January 28, 2015 Author Posted January 28, 2015 Lots of trade interest but really need to sell for maximum fundage!😊
karlfer Posted January 29, 2015 Posted January 29, 2015 How did I miss that bit about the case in post #1. Age I guess Yes, I think we would be chatting if my Limelight went. GLWTS
Thor Posted February 2, 2015 Author Posted February 2, 2015 [IMG]http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p176/imperialbarge/bump3.jpg[/IMG]
karlfer Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) You're not a God of Thunder, you're a very naughty boy GLWTS Bump. Edit. With some STUNNING basses Edited February 11, 2015 by karlfer
Thor Posted February 11, 2015 Author Posted February 11, 2015 [quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1423682770' post='2687959'] You're not a God of Thunder, you're a very naughty boy GLWTS Bump. Edit. With some STUNNING basses [/quote] Sorry dude! Couldn't resist, but I really do appreciate the bumps - thank you!
tom1946 Posted September 25, 2016 Posted September 25, 2016 KARL!! I've just read all through this getting excited to find it's nearly 2 years old, send a PM matey.
karlfer Posted September 25, 2016 Posted September 25, 2016 1. He was online 10 mins before I posted, viewing "Basses for sale". 2. It's only 19 months since the last comment, don't exaggerate
Thor Posted September 25, 2016 Author Posted September 25, 2016 Sorry guys, down in the depths of the West Country signal is sporadic at best! Yes this did sell (only 2 weeks ago though), thread amended (my bad)!
tom1946 Posted September 25, 2016 Posted September 25, 2016 [quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1474812273' post='3140684'] 1. He was online 10 mins before I posted, viewing "Basses for sale". 2. It's only 19 months since the last comment, don't exaggerate [/quote] Hahahaha
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