Kev Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 (edited) I don't really need to explain what this is. Wal Mark 2 bass guitar, 4 string. Built in 1997. I am the second owner of this incredible instrument. Mahogany core with beautiful maple figuring under a stunning red gloss finish, paired with the clear gloss maple/mahogany neck. Very rare original combination finish on one of the rarest models. Two of my bass hero's, Justin Chancellor and Flea, along with countless others, recorded some of the best bass tracks in history with one of these, and it sound every inch as you would expect. Wal MK2 1997 Rosewood Fingerboard Maple/Mahogany Gloss neck Maple/Mahogany/Maple body, gloss red. 9.5 - 10lb (needs verifying). A small selection of photographs, I will provide more shortly as required. The photographs show off the stunning gloss finish reasonably and how it changes depending on light, however they do not show off the maple figuring. The flame and quilting looks superb in reality, my skills as a photographer do it an injustice. The bass was fully serviced by Paul Herman at Wal HQ in May 2015. It is now set up to perfection, fully serviced by Paul and is an absolute joy to play. A bridge screw and saddle screw were replaced as well as the jack plug, and the fret edges were rounded off, electronics serviced, fully lubricated parts and a full set up with D'addario Flexsteels 40-95 guage, now its like a new bass again. It is in superb condition for its age, no dings or any kind of damage to note. Very light unavoidable surface marks here and there but nothing you will ever notice. Balances wonderfully on the knee and strap as you would expect. It comes with what I believe to be a non-original hardcase, good enough for shipping but is a little rickety so would not wish to rely on it for much else I have priced the bass fairly at [s]£3,850[/s] [b]£3,700[/b], based upon the sales of recent Wal instruments. Two year wait for a new build and for this specification Paul has quoted just short of £5,000. This will be something I will be considering pursuing when finances allow, but for now the need for cash forces this sale. Cash only please. Edited June 4, 2015 by Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 Shame you have to let it go, this is such a beautiful example... Good luck with this, I wouldn't imagine it would be around for long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 Woah! I thought my bass GAS was under control!! That is absolutely stunning! I bet it plays like a big, warm cuddle from God! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scojack Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 That's one of the nicest Wals i've ever seen ...GL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 I've had enough Wals to know that they don't actually suit me, however, that looks absolutely lovely! If I thought I'd have any chance of playing it, I'd be in trouble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alembic1989 Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 [quote name='scojack' timestamp='1430476340' post='2761745'] That's one of the nicest Wals i've ever seen ...GL [/quote] +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 1, 2015 Author Share Posted May 1, 2015 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1430476128' post='2761741'] Woah! I thought my bass GAS was under control!! That is absolutely stunning! I bet it plays like a big, warm cuddle from God! [/quote] Nice description! Cheers for the comments, guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 (edited) [quote name='Kev' timestamp='1430501938' post='2762152'] Nice description! [/quote] I wish it were do-able, I could certainly handle a shedful of God-cuddles about now! Edited May 1, 2015 by discreet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intime-nick Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 (edited) Quite possibly the nicest bass I've ever seen. How do I tell the wife that I've got another bass and therefore we can't have a new bathroom without loosing some vital body parts ? Edited May 2, 2015 by intime-nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 [quote name='intime-nick' timestamp='1430556277' post='2762501'] Quite possibly the nicest bass I've ever seen. How do I tell the wife that I've got another bass and therefore we can't have a new bathroom without losing some vital body parts ? [/quote] Be positive. Depending on which body parts you lose, you may not actually [i]need [/i]a bathroom, so you can buy the bass... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 2, 2015 Author Share Posted May 2, 2015 (edited) Just tell her you are doing the Wall first, not your fault if she misunderstands... Edited May 2, 2015 by Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 2, 2015 Author Share Posted May 2, 2015 All offers by pm please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 MB1. Stunning ..'.Tis enough to make anyone a Walnut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 3, 2015 Author Share Posted May 3, 2015 A few more piccies: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 I'm fairly dribbling on the iPad here! Stunning. My '63 P is starting to look worried Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kulit17 Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 (edited) Wow Kev,can't believe your parting with this one. Might be worth mentioning if you're open to shipping (internationally), since a good amount of folk here across the pond would be interested I bet, especially with that color!!! Edited May 4, 2015 by kulit17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 4, 2015 Author Share Posted May 4, 2015 [quote name='kulit17' timestamp='1430707788' post='2763873'] Wow Kev,can't believe your parting with this one. Might be worth mentioning if you're open to shipping (internationally), since a good amount of folk here across the pond would be interested I bet, especially with that color!!! [/quote] International shipping anywhere available for sure, will need to be fully insured so wont be cheap but will sort out quotes for serious interest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby K Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 This is truly beautiful. Reminds me of Geddy's Roll The Bones era Wal. Bass of a lifetime! All the best with the saleKev, someone will be well happy! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 5, 2015 Author Share Posted May 5, 2015 Cheers Bobby The Wal will be dropped off with Paul tomorrow evening, so I should hopefully have an ETA on its return to me and confirmation of when I can move this incredible instrument on. Thank you for all the interest so far, some great offers but must stress this is a cash sale primarily, I will consider trades under the terms previously stated but they must be instruments that I will be able to sell easily to meet the value of the trade, it may be simpler to just sell it yourself first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trtzbass Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Oh my god what a beaut. I... I think I need a minute... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 (edited) I picked up the Wal yesterday evening. It is now set up to perfection, fully serviced by Paul and is an absolute joy to play. A bridge screw and saddle screw were replaced as well as the jack plug, and the fret edges were rounded off, electronics serviced, fully lubricated parts and a full set up with D'addario Flexsteels 40-95 guage, now its like a new bass again. It is with a really, really heavy heart that I still offer this up, as this instrument is everything I want in a bass, but I simply cannot afford to keep it. I will be finding ways of trying to keep this, so act fast or otherwise miss out. I have had an awful lot of interest as you may expect and am working my way through emails, but certainly available at the moment. The cost of the setup/repair work was a little higher than I had budgeted for (£££) so my price is[b] firm.[/b] Edited May 29, 2015 by Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zomnius Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 very very beautiful!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazed Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Wow that's an expensive service? Cracking bass tho as usual from the Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 [quote name='Dazed' timestamp='1432902918' post='2786063'] Wow that's an expensive service? Cracking bass tho as usual from the Kev [/quote] Standard service is £80 or so I think, gets expensive with any work that needs doing, parts replacing, electronics servicing etc. Wouldn't have anyone else touch it though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 I've had a WAL custom fretless years ago but have never seen one this colour. Absolute stunner. Good luck with the sale Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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