bagsieblue Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 (edited) Bought a bass ...yes I was over reacting... Edited August 7, 2015 by bagsieblue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 that black mark? a 4-5mm black mark on the underside of the neck wouldn't bother me in the slightest. If the rest of the bass is fine I'd go with "mint". Unless the binding is somehow affected... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobbayne Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 You,ll have more marks than that to worry about after a few weeks of playing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagsieblue Posted July 20, 2015 Author Share Posted July 20, 2015 thanks Bartelby, I should have stated in original post the line can be felt under the hand. There is some depth to it - rather than just a line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 [quote name='bartelby' timestamp='1437386744' post='2825438'] that black mark? a 4-5mm black mark on the underside of the neck wouldn't bother me in the slightest. If the rest of the bass is fine I'd go with "mint". Unless the binding is somehow affected... [/quote] +1 Doesn't look like a shipping issue as there is no other damage. Wouldn't bother me at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 (edited) It's tiny isn't it but I can see how it's annoying... I doubt the seller even noticed it. Although if this was a Harley Benton, Thomann would be selling it as "unplayable for decoration only" If the rest of the bass is mint I could live with that mark Edited July 20, 2015 by CamdenRob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 [quote name='bagsieblue' timestamp='1437386975' post='2825442'] thanks Bartelby, I should have stated in original post the line can be felt under the hand. There is some depth to it - rather than just a line. [/quote] Is the binding stable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagsieblue Posted July 20, 2015 Author Share Posted July 20, 2015 Thanks guys - leaving aside what I've pictured above - yes happy with everything else. Just the annoyance that it can be felt under the hand when playing. There is some depth to it, so is somewhat of a 'gouge' - admittedly a poor choice of word but just to highlight that there is a gap/split that can be felt as well as seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Doubt the seller noticed in all honesty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbo Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Would irritate the f*** out of me but I wouldn't do anything about it as the stress of that would be worse. Bit if wood filler would deal with it. I don't really aspire to perfection as I know I cannot maintain it but fresh out of the box? I would get into 'why me' mode and f and jeff an bit before getting on with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowieBass Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 If that's the only blemish I'd accept that as a 'mint' or 'as new' condition - it's most definitely 'as new' because I'd say that's how the bass arrived when bought by the previous owner... it's a minor manufacturing defect/flaw/blemish that's been there from new. If it's really bugging you then you might drop some clear lacquer into the nick to fill it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 I think if this were new, the question of accepting is dependent upon the price of the bass. But this isn't something you are in a position to argue. This is a matter of quality control. It isn't damaged. So, yes it's in mint condition. Should the seller have declared it? That's a matter of opinion. As for fixing it: You say you can feel it. Does it stick out or is it a slot? If it's a slot I'd get a sharp, fine blade and scratch out the black, sand it and fill it with hard wax of a light colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagsieblue Posted July 20, 2015 Author Share Posted July 20, 2015 Thanks again all - Grangur thank you, yes a 'slot' is a much better term. I don't believe the other party has been dishonest - I can understand how it could easily be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronj279 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 [quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1437387803' post='2825459'] Doubt the seller noticed in all honesty [/quote] This. There has been quite a few times where I've had to amend adverts because I've noticed tiny little marks. I can honestly say it wouldn't bother me and quite frankly I probably wouldn't have noticed it. If you're happy with the rest of the bass I'd just accept it. Making the seller aware it wasn't as described would do no hard however...for any future sales the guy/gal makes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beer of the Bass Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 That probably is "new" condition, as that looks like a manufacturing blemish rather than something that happened to the bass after it left the factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 (edited) [quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1437389053' post='2825481'] That probably is "new" condition, as that looks like a manufacturing blemish rather than something that happened to the bass after it left the factory. [/quote] Yep Edited July 20, 2015 by Geek99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 The way I see it, it's small, it's not in a place where your hand would normally be when playing, it's on the underside so you won't see it when you're playing and neither will anyone else notice. Not worth the ballache to argue the toss with someone who doesn't deem it as important as you, however "right" you may be on a logical level. I'd probably be mildly irritated, resolve to do something about it then never get round to it as if the rest of the bass is sound then I'd be too busy playing/enjoying it to worry about something as minor as that little flaw. So, I'm in the "let it go" camp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevB Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 May have been like that when the original owner bought it from the shop, in which case it's reasonable to describe it 'as new'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 [quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1437389491' post='2825489'] The way I see it, it's small, it's not in a place where your hand would normally be when playing, it's on the underside so you won't see it when you're playing and neither will anyone else notice. Not worth the ballache to argue the toss with someone who doesn't deem it as important as you, however "right" you may be on a logical level. I'd probably be mildly irritated, resolve to do something about it then never get round to it as if the rest of the bass is sound then I'd be too busy playing/enjoying it to worry about something as minor as that little flaw. So, I'm in the "let it go" camp. [/quote] Yes don't let it hold you back anymore ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 I would go with majority on here and say mfr issue. Hardly noticeable. As suggested just fill it with some clear lacquer to smooth it off and it should be fine. If the bass is otherwise in perfect condition i would say its mint as not damage by previous owner. What bass is it. Photo of the full bass would be nice. I'm curious. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bagsieblue Posted July 20, 2015 Author Share Posted July 20, 2015 Thanks for the input everyone..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1437389293' post='2825485'] You obviously have a different playing technique to me as there is no way I would able to feel it when playing where that black mark is positioned. [/quote] +1 Cant see how I'd ever get my hand in that position. To be honest, if I was in a shop buying a new bass and noticed it I'd probably negotiate a discount. But as a second hander its a pretty minor imperfection. That said, if this was a business seller you've every right to return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtcat Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 As said before, its a manufacturing imperfection which doesn't look like its going to be an issue. Wood is a very natural material and imperfections are to some extent to be accepted. Like others have said, if it was a high end £1000 + bit of kit maybe it shouldn't be acceptable that it left the factory that way but if a i sold a bass with a tiny mark like that and then the buyer wanted a refund I would agree but feel a little aggreived. That however is just me and these things are subjective. If it really worries you then maybe offer to return at your cost if the seller gives you your money back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadofsix Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 If it was my bass, and the mark bothered me enough to start a thread about it (no disrespect to the OP intended), then off it would go to the luthier. A good luthier can probably make that mark just disappear. It'll completely put it out of your mind when you play it. <><Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miles'tone Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 [quote name='dadofsix' timestamp='1437408075' post='2825739'] If it was my bass, and the mark bothered me enough to start a thread about it (no disrespect to the OP intended), then off it would go to the luthier. A good luthier can probably make that mark just disappear. It'll completely put it out of your mind when you play it. <><Peace [/quote] I concur, Dr. Do6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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