prowla Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 My unlined fretless has a really good feel to it; it was way below the budget in this thread though. The neck is a Mighty Mite and it has dots along the top edge. The rest of the bass is:[list] [*]A Squier body - I planned to replace it, but it really works well, so I'm not feeling the need. [*]Badass II bridge. [*]Wilkinson machines and a Hipshot bottom-E. [*]Shadow passive pickups. [*]My own wiring loom (CTS, Switchcraft). [*]I've got a "Prowla" decal to put on the head, when I get around to it. [/list] As I say, it's way under budget here, but I like it! I've just sold a Warmoth body/Status Graphite neck (lined fretless)/EMG pickups one with gold hardware which was rather good too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Ahem. I have this one for sale. I would be surprised if you could find better for the money. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/301547-custom-built-fretless-precision-very-black/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/301547-custom-built-fretless-precision-very-black/[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutton Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 [quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1495613630' post='3305214'] Ahem. I have this one for sale. I would be surprised if you could find better for the money. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/301547-custom-built-fretless-precision-very-black/"]http://basschat.co.u...ion-very-black/[/url] [/quote] Go for this bass. It's a no-brainer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EliasMooseblaster Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 [quote name='monkey_dancer' timestamp='1495542162' post='3304567'] Yeah I've enquired about the Tony Franklin because it's beautiful. Keeping my eyes on the marketplace in general while I look, you never know when something cool will show up. [/quote] I can't recommend the Franklin highly enough - it's an absolute dream to play and sounds amazing... [quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1495613630' post='3305214'] Ahem. I have this one for sale. I would be surprised if you could find better for the money. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/301547-custom-built-fretless-precision-very-black/"]http://basschat.co.u...ion-very-black/[/url] [/quote] ...but this is a fraction of the price, of course. I'd have been tempted myself if I didn't already have a Franklin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey_dancer Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 (edited) [quote name='Hutton' timestamp='1495616694' post='3305247'] Go for this bass. It's a no-brainer! [/quote] I would but it's a bit far to travel and I'm not looking to buy without trying unfortunately. Looks like a killer deal for someone though!! This has pulled up a lot of options to think about so thanks everyone for the suggestions so far! Edited May 25, 2017 by monkey_dancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ixlramp Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 (edited) I was in the same situation as you, and bought a Warwick Streamer Standard 5 string fretless, around £500, unlined ebony board and completely passive. You will need to search around for a place that can get one for you as many places refuse to deal with Warwick. Edited May 26, 2017 by ixlramp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey_dancer Posted May 27, 2017 Author Share Posted May 27, 2017 I've always liked the look of Warwick streamers, definitely a strong option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 http://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/musicman-usa-sub-bass-very-rare-ebony-fretless-drop-dead-gorgeous.-stingray/1238068320 What about this on Gumtree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJCdelaHaye Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 I've got a Manne Acoustibass fretless (mine's lined, but you could probably find an unlined one....); sounds fantastic. Took me an age to find a fretless that I actually enjoyed playing! Piezo and single-coil pickup. If you can find one, you could probably pick it up for around £800 - £1000. Good luck! David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jecklin Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 (edited) [quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1495867946' post='3307118'] http://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/musicman-usa-sub-bass-very-rare-ebony-fretless-drop-dead-gorgeous.-stingray/1238068320 What about this on Gumtree [/quote] Oh wow! More than I'd want to pay for a SUB, but that's great. I can see how the seller would like to recoup some of their outlay in having the new fingerboard put on. Edited May 29, 2017 by Jecklin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey_dancer Posted June 2, 2017 Author Share Posted June 2, 2017 That sub does look good! Ended up going for the Tony Franklin in the marketplace. Couldn't ignore that price!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr zed Posted June 3, 2017 Share Posted June 3, 2017 A very wise choice - enjoy your new bass! I'm very envious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilp Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 Cort B4FL. OK, it's active, but you don't have to switch it on. Sounds great, plays great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopthebass Posted June 7, 2017 Share Posted June 7, 2017 I just bought an Ibanez Portamento 5 string. I played lots of different makes in the shop and the Ibanez felt the most comfortable, and was more flexible soundwise with two pickups and piezo saddles. It really is a very good bass. You should track one down and try it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 I bought a Jaydee Roadie fretless 2nd hand from Bass Direct for good bit under your budget. Think it was £800. Its active but has a by-pass switch and has a very nice rounded tone with both active or passive mode. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quatschmacher Posted June 16, 2017 Share Posted June 16, 2017 (edited) You could get Jon Shuker to put a new fretless board on an existing neck for £150. I'm considering doing this on a fretted jazz I just bought. Alternatively he builds necks to your specification from £250. Edited June 16, 2017 by Quatschmacher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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