Petey Posted January 2, 2016 Posted January 2, 2016 [center][b]1960s upright ¾ d/bass[/b][/center] I bought this bass in the early 1990s from a old boy in York. I got as far as Grade 5 ARBSM and have enjoyed playing this ply upright ever since. I have busked, played classical, acoustic pop and Jazz on this and it has never let me down. There are the usual scuffs and marks on it and it has a lovely resonance and projects well. The old boy I bought it off told me of an accident it had in the late 1960s and a foot went through the rear of the bass – (see photo). It was all repaired then and no issues have occurred since. There is also what looks like a surface split on the neck– (see photo). I have decided to upgrade my instrument, and the newer one has arrived, so this is now surplus to requirements. The bass comes with a cover, bow, rosin, a spare set of strings and is all set to practice on and gig. The action is quite low (but adjustable) – I have tried to show this in the side photo of the bridge. (no pick-up offered) - So buy with confidence. I am more than happy for you to come over and try the bass – collection only. I am based in the middle of Chichester, West Sussex….er, near Bogor Regis….Cash would be best Any questions or more photos wanted, then please ask and I will do my best. [center]£575.00[/center] [center]Pete - 01243 839968[/center]
Petey Posted January 3, 2016 Author Posted January 3, 2016 ...just to reasure you - the crack on the back of the neck, in the last photo, has been there before I purchased the bass over 23 years ago and does not affected the playing, tuning, action, etc
Petey Posted January 4, 2016 Author Posted January 4, 2016 This is a great beginners upright to start developing your technique - ideal for quiet gigs, local drama groups performing 'The Merry Widow', 'Oklahoma', etc, Jazz gigs - its got that nice 'growl' to it when needed, quiet pop/acoustic gigs ... and looks the part - you'll get even more gigs - ideal for the bass guitarist who wants to venture down this pathway with a view to expanding their skills and technique. Its the one you have been promising yourself - the one you have threatened to buy and not tell the missus - but its too big to slide past her (its ok, we all do it - ha ha)....ideal to start your d/bass career on - as said further up, i've had it for 23 years and will be sad to see it go - I've just come into some money and found the right bass at the right time/price and decided to upgrade.....over to you.....
Petey Posted January 17, 2016 Author Posted January 17, 2016 still available ....i'll give it another week and then its off to those 'other' sale sites......older bas, matured sound = bargain for the package offered
Rabbie Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 If you drive to Scotland with it I'll take it....
Petey Posted January 21, 2016 Author Posted January 21, 2016 sorry....a little too far from the south coast....but you're more than welcome to drive down here...of course.....
Petey Posted January 21, 2016 Author Posted January 21, 2016 ...only a one day to go till open the sale up to the masses on those 'other' sale sites...Saturday/Sunday deadline
ChunkyMunky Posted January 21, 2016 Posted January 21, 2016 Personal vouch for Petey here. Great guy and undoubtedly good to deal with. Best of luck!
Petey Posted January 24, 2016 Author Posted January 24, 2016 Cheers CM..........almost didn't recognise you there...still got the Nathan East evening photos...Bass regards
Petey Posted February 7, 2016 Author Posted February 7, 2016 Hi all, I have had a bit of a re-think on this one and its now available in the Southampton area. If you would like to have a play and a chat, especially if you are thinking about buying one, let me know
yorkshiremike Posted February 24, 2016 Posted February 24, 2016 It sounds like this is the instrument I need to play four theatre shows in August that insist on double bass and not electric upright. It is however rather more than I can justify. I live in Oxford. Feel free to call me on 07702 447 531.
alhbass Posted February 26, 2016 Posted February 26, 2016 I'm interested, but distance is an issue - I'm in York...
Petey Posted March 24, 2016 Author Posted March 24, 2016 Still up for sale ....Price reduction considered for those interested to travel - talk to me........rsvp
Petey Posted May 13, 2016 Author Posted May 13, 2016 ...still alive and ...bass must go as room in new house getting full and the missus is demanding...ha ha...price reduction
Petey Posted June 6, 2016 Author Posted June 6, 2016 still here - price reduced to 500.00 of your english pounds - don't forget includes, bass bag, bow, rosin, bung on the tail piece (stops it slipping on wooden floors) - clean and clear sound excellent value for the price
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