Beedster Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 (edited) I bought this almost unused from Muzz a few months ago when I found myself needing a stand-in bass for a few gigs whilst my new 4/4 was being fettled! I'm a complete instrument snob so assumed that being mass produced it wouldn't be up to much. However, it's probably one of the best DBs I've played let alone owned, extremely resonant with great sustain, extremely well engineered and robust with high quality hardware, very very easy to play (I can play this for hours whereas I can play my 4/4 for about 45 minutes before my fingers struggle), and beautifully finished. The Animas, which are almost new, just add to the tone, class and playability. Sale only. List price is £2750, street around £2250, so £1200 is a bargain, especially with the Amimas (having said this I can't find anyone who has them in stock at present). More details and pics to follow later. [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1664_zpss0gtq0nm.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1670_zpsmfkgjjck.jpg.html"][/url] Edited September 20, 2016 by Beedster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 (edited) Some more pics..... A minor detail, but check out how thick that board is [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1613_zps4op1ksir.jpg.html"][/url] The back is stunning [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1632_zpstol4gbey.jpg.html"][/url] More stunning back [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1627_zpsm2kqyozt.jpg.html"][/url] I'm not quite sure why, but I really do like the tailpiece [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1629_zpsj6ytqhdv.jpg.html"][/url] Mmm, maple...... [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1624_zps63w3ykxr.jpg.html"][/url] There's a few dinks and scrapes where I've left it on its side but nothing that stands out [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1628_zpsfnvewkji.jpg.html"][/url] Bridge is fully adjustable, action is currently VERY low, I've played fretless basses with higher (seriously) [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1617_zps8evvadch.jpg.html"][/url] Ebony board is thick and a joy to play, neck is very lightly waxed and has a lovely flame [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1623_zpsbb2igvzc.jpg.html"][/url] Endpin is solid and reliable [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1616_zpsxocge9gs.jpg.html"][/url] Machines are very smooth and solid [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1619_zpslxrhy6id.jpg.html"][/url] And you can even see the flaming on the inside [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1630_zpspq5jg5wh.jpg.html"][/url] Edited August 27, 2016 by Beedster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 Forgot a few important details, it's fully carved spruce/maple 3/4 size, but the narrow upper bout makes it feel smaller. It's also extremely portable (in fact I'm quite happy to pop up to that London on the train to hand this over if needs be). It comes with its original soft case. Speaking length 40.5, Board length 35.5, Upper bout 19.0/7.5, Lower bout 25/8.0, Height 70.0 And an indication of its size relative to my new (and rather well proportioned) full-size bass .... [URL=http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/IMG_1587_zpsvpo3svch.jpg.html][IMG]http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j199/Beedster/IMG_1587_zpsvpo3svch.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
towack Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Hi does the bass come with pick up and/or bow? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 [quote name='towack' timestamp='1472329527' post='3120434'] Hi does the bass come with pick up and/or bow? Cheers [/quote] Hello mate, I could provide either but at extra cost (I've several bows, PUPs and pre-amps) Cheers Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubsonicSimpleton Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 PM'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 There was NOTHING like this around when I wanted my first DB! Total bargain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted August 29, 2016 Author Share Posted August 29, 2016 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1472412830' post='3120971'] There was NOTHING like this around when I wanted my first DB! Total bargain [/quote] Thanks Pete, always the way isn't it, and it was the same for me when I started out, the only basses for sale were either £300 firewood or £3000 German flatbacks! Having said that, I learned on £300 firewood and whilst it probably slowed me down a little, it meant that I can really appreciate it when I come across a decent instrument. It occurred to me today that I would take a cheapish ply 4/4 in PX for this, probably up to £600 in value (of course the chances of anyone having one are slim but thought I'd mention it anyway). C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebigyin Posted August 31, 2016 Share Posted August 31, 2016 Lovely Bass good luck with the sale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burg Posted August 31, 2016 Share Posted August 31, 2016 Lovely bass. If only I had some money and space for a second bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted August 31, 2016 Share Posted August 31, 2016 Geeez, that 4/4 is a monster. It must rattle the neighbor's windows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 1, 2016 Author Share Posted September 1, 2016 [quote name='TPJ' timestamp='1472635669' post='3122751'] Geeez, that 4/4 is a monster. It must rattle the neighbor's windows [/quote] Ha ha, it is. It's huge, and is known as 'The Beast'. The guy who recently did some work on it said he'd never seen such a big DB, and he's worked on a fair few in his time (he was pretty pleased to get it out of his workshop, I think it was scaring some of the 3/4s). I had to buy a custom H-clamp to get a mic on it as well, even the standard 4/4 model wasn't big enough. It's strung with guts and has a glorious and effortless tone, bass just oozes from it. If the Stentor is quite versatile and almost hifi, I'd liken the Beast it to a Precision strung with flats with the tone slightly rolled off through an old tube head and a Mesa 2x15 I have to say though, it's a b*****d to move around, doesn't not go through doors easily at all, and only just fits in my car. Is it worth the hassle? Hell yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 2, 2016 Author Share Posted September 2, 2016 I played this bass today in case I need to gig it tomorrow following an 'incident' with the Beast yesterday. It sustains for ever, comfortably over ten seconds without too much effort. I have never played such a resonant and subtle instrument, quite incredible. I don't need sustain for what I do, but if I did it wouldn't be going anywhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted September 2, 2016 Share Posted September 2, 2016 (edited) Hmmm. Might a trade with a carved top / flat back Andreas Zeller be of interest? I keep meaning to take it for a setup and some of the edges are a little damaged, but otherwise it's served me well. Edit: ignore me, it's a 3/4! Edited September 2, 2016 by therealting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 3, 2016 Author Share Posted September 3, 2016 [quote name='therealting' timestamp='1472850795' post='3124894'] Hmmm. Might a trade with a carved top / flat back Andreas Zeller be of interest? I keep meaning to take it for a setup and some of the edges are a little damaged, but otherwise it's served me well. Edit: ignore me, it's a 3/4! [/quote] Ha ha, it was the '3' that did the damage! Thanks anyway mate. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 5, 2016 Author Share Posted September 5, 2016 Lots of interest, no takers yet. This is a very cheap price for a very good bass, and one that doesn't come up for sale used very often (which is probably an indication of just how good it is). I'd like to keep it but there are too many DBs and not enough space here, so I'll eBay it at the end of the the week if no-one here wants it. And I do have a box to send it in, but given how many broken DBs Gear for Music sell I'm guessing that's not the ideal option? C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 6, 2016 Author Share Posted September 6, 2016 Now on eBay at £1450 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/-/182270866468?. Will close the auction for a good offer here. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 10, 2016 Author Share Posted September 10, 2016 Sold pending the usual Thanks for your interest Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 14, 2016 Author Share Posted September 14, 2016 Bass sold but virtually unplayed Velvet Animas still available at £100 posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 (edited) [quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1473831535' post='3133381'] Bass sold but virtually unplayed Velvet Animas still available at £100 posted [/quote] That's a deal right there for someone. Edited September 14, 2016 by TPJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted September 20, 2016 Author Share Posted September 20, 2016 [quote name='TPJ' timestamp='1473852231' post='3133539'] That's a deal right there for someone. [/quote] Yes I guess it is, thanks Tom Perhaps I had better start a thread for them! C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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