Apothem Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 (edited) [size=5]For sale is something rarer than hen's teeth: ATELIER Z JINO 4 CUSTOM, in Transparent White with matching headstock and abalone blocks, 100% original, not modded in any way, shape or form, and in A-B-S-O-L-U-T-E-L-Y "AS NEW" condition. I am playing so little that I don't see justifiable anymore keeping this extraordinary piece, hence the search for a new home where it can be really appreciated. For those who are not familiar with the quality and craftmanship of this Japanese boutique, maybe you can ask Jerry Barnes of Chic (among many others) what he thinks about them... Watch him in action with his Atelier z, pickups in the same '70s position, same preamp, same woods and abalone blocks as the Jino:[/size] [size=5][url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8PK9Z3Ww5w"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JKZvrFLwwc[/url][/size] [size=5]I have imported the bass directly from Japan a couple of years ago, and have played it only a handful of times in my bedroom (lack of time/space...). The model is designed by New York-based Japanese bassist Kenji "JINO" Hino, fitting a Stingray humbucker together with the classic J pups for maximum flexibility. On Youtube you can see many videos of Atelier Z players and also of Jino in action, especially where he promotes Roland XL Cube amps.[/size][size=5] You can find all the info on the dedicated Jino model page in the atelierz.co.jp website:[/size] [size=5][url="http://atelierz.co.jp/english/product/musicians_m/jino/index.html"]http://atelierz.co.j...jino/index.html[/url][/size] [size=5]Made in May 2013, 34in scale, full-size ash body, vintage tint maple neck with abalone block inlays and classic white binding, Schaller BMFL tuners, BadAss II bridge (standard 19mm spacing), Atelier Z JBZ-4 single coils pickups in '70s position, Seymour Duncan SMB-4A Stingray-style humbucker, Atelier Z EQ/M preamp (very transparent preamp, no significant tone change when flicking it on: front J vol, rear J vol - pull for passive, mini switch between J and HB, treble cut/boost, bass boost only, HB vol). Currently strung with virtually new Atelier Z nickel strings. Needless to say the bass sounds spectacular and punchy in both passive and active mode, with a very sturdy feel about its construction. Weight is exactly 10lbs on my bathroom digital scale, so quite light considering all the functions. The ash body appears to be a slightly creamier shade of white (more transparent) than the maple headstock (a plainer white). It comes with its own card/certificate, in its original Atelier Z semi-rigid padded portabag, also in perfect condition. RRP from Atelier Z is 330,000 Yen (around 2,300 - 2,400GBP), although you can check on Digimart and J-Guitar (Japan's two largest online musical instruments websites) and the street price is around 285,000 Yen (2,000 - 2,100GBP). And that's for the standard Jino 4 without the CUSTOM OPTIONS: the colour, the abalone blocks and the pearloid scratchplate. On top of that, of course, you have to consider mandatory extras such as VAT at 20%, import duty around 3.5% and insured shipping to the UK, so do your maths and realise that - like for like - [u]there's at least a grand to be saved here....[/u] Price is [s]1,800[/s] 1,700 GBP, plus shipping. Sorry but I am not interested in any trade and would ask you to pay by bank transfer as I normally tend to do here on BC. [/size] [size=5]Thanks for looking. Claz[/size] Edited July 1, 2017 by Apothem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikanHannille Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I was curious when you posted a reply on my Atelier selling thread. These are amazing basses. But unfortunately needs must! So sorry to see mine go and this one too. The new owners will love them for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfan Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 I really love this... with a white pearloid scratch plate.... wish I had the funds! GLWTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothem Posted March 20, 2017 Author Share Posted March 20, 2017 [quote name='MikanHannille' timestamp='1490026679' post='3261554'] I was curious when you posted a reply on my Atelier selling thread. These are amazing basses. But unfortunately needs must! So sorry to see mine go and this one too. The new owners will love them for sure. [/quote] Thanks guys. The bass is stunning and unique, but it has finally dawned on me that to have it and not to use it is madness, so somebody else should. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunsfreddy2003 Posted March 23, 2017 Share Posted March 23, 2017 I ordered an M265 which arrived a couple of weeks ago and Atelier Z are some serious pieces of kit - the preamp is awesome on these. If you are looking for a super jazz then these are for you. Have a bump on for me for an amazing bass. BTW love the abalone, I wanted it on mine but very expensive these days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothem Posted March 23, 2017 Author Share Posted March 23, 2017 (edited) [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' timestamp='1490251583' post='3263540'] I ordered an M265 which arrived a couple of weeks ago and Atelier Z are some serious pieces of kit - the preamp is awesome on these. If you are looking for a super jazz then these are for you. Have a bump on for me for an amazing bass. BTW love the abalone, I wanted it on mine but very expensive these days! [/quote] Thanks Gunsfreddy, I couldn't agree more, but maybe I'm a bit biased here... LOL In all honesty, they are superb, and for some reason they are not very well known here, while in USA they already have quite a reputation, do a search on TalkBass.com.... Just a matter of time. Cheers Claz Edited March 24, 2017 by Apothem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binkybongo Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 Most bodacious!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothem Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 [quote name='binkybongo' timestamp='1496041092' post='3308220'] Most bodacious!! [/quote] Thanks mate. Superb and rarer than a white fly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothem Posted June 2, 2017 Author Share Posted June 2, 2017 (edited) Price reduced to 1,700 GBP plus shipping. This is a serious super-Jazz and it also doubles up as a Stingray, with a very "transparent" preamp and a tremendous overall finish / quality. Atelier Z basses are raved about in the States where they are already established. Listen to Jino playing his bass (mainly as a J, but also as a Stingray from 00:58 in the background when he talks):[url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RzZrvKSvjg"] https://www.youtube....h?v=4RzZrvKSvjg[/url] Edited June 2, 2017 by Apothem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothem Posted June 25, 2017 Author Share Posted June 25, 2017 (edited) "Just-watched-Jerry-Barnes-of-Chic-at-Glastonbury-with-his-Atelier-Z" kinda BUMP Edited June 25, 2017 by Apothem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothem Posted July 1, 2017 Author Share Posted July 1, 2017 SOLD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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