CamdenRob Posted July 18, 2017 Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) So... after a shorter than anticipated 20 month build period I have a fretless sister for my Wal fretted Six. It's everything I expected it would be. At 10.2lb it's about a pound lighter than my Ziricote fretted Six but still balances perfectly both on the knee and on a strap. I went for edge lines as they look like full lines from the playing position but from the front the board looks clean. It sounds astonishing... the low B is thunderous and of course it has that unmistakable bark. Anyway on with some pictures! I have all the bass a man could need and I feel very lucky... Was a pleasure as always to pop down to see Paul today, he is a Gentleman and has an obvious passion for both the history behind the brand and also for the instruments he is currently producing. ...now how long do I leave it until I tell Mrs C I'm considering a fretted four Edited July 18, 2017 by CamdenRob Quote
Graham Posted July 18, 2017 Posted July 18, 2017 Holy moly, just stunning - I will own one, one day. Until then, I'll just keep looking at yours Quote
kodiakblair Posted July 18, 2017 Posted July 18, 2017 That's just lovely Rob. Congratulations. Regarding the fretted 4. Tell the good lady,she'll have at least 20 months to calm down Quote
Highfox Posted July 18, 2017 Posted July 18, 2017 Congratulations Rob and crickey you are sorted I bet they are even nicer in the flesh and must sound awesome as well. Enjoy. Quote
ezbass Posted July 18, 2017 Posted July 18, 2017 [quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1500397879' post='3337478'] [/quote]That, my friend, is pure filth! Many congrats on an awesome pairing. Quote
GuyR Posted July 18, 2017 Posted July 18, 2017 It's been a long wait for you. They make a handsome pair - Enjoy them in good health and remember re the 4 string it is preferable to ask forgiveness rather than permission Quote
TrevorR Posted July 19, 2017 Posted July 19, 2017 [quote name='kodiakblair' timestamp='1500401719' post='3337512'] That's just lovely Rob. Congratulations. Regarding the fretted 4. Tell the good lady,she'll have at least 20 months to calm down [/quote] Rob, if I may quote the late, great Sid James.... "Phworr, wot a lovely pair!" You must be chuffed. PS I don't want to say "I told you so..." about selling that 4 string of yours but... Quote
Mykesbass Posted July 19, 2017 Posted July 19, 2017 Stunning, and a nice looking headstock! No excuse for not having Wal gas now Quote
CamdenRob Posted July 19, 2017 Author Posted July 19, 2017 Thanks chaps Had the morning off work today to get to grips with the new arrival Rehersal next week will be the first time I use it in anger though... need to practice a bit before then it's been a while since I've played fretless and my intonation needs a little work! Quote
gary mac Posted July 19, 2017 Posted July 19, 2017 A morning off to get to know your bass, love it Quote
Kevsy71 Posted July 19, 2017 Posted July 19, 2017 Superb, congratulations Rob! Bet it sounds as good as it looks... (Incidentally, whenever I drive my cats to the vet I crawl along, avoiding sharp steering and speed bumps - if I was collecting one of these Wals I'd probably hire a guy with a red flag to walk in front of the car ) Quote
bassmayhem Posted July 19, 2017 Posted July 19, 2017 Wal basses are nice. A friend here in Sweden has three for sale right now: [color=#333333][font=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]5-string Wal Midibass 1991 [/size][/font][/color][url="http://pratabas.se/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=85913"]http://pratabas.se/v...php?f=8&t=85913[/url] [color=#333333][font=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]Wal Mk II fretless 1987 [/size][/font][/color][url="http://pratabas.se/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=85910"]http://pratabas.se/v...php?f=8&t=85910[/url] [color=#333333][font=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]Wal Mk I 1993 [/size][/font][/color][url="http://pratabas.se/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=85911"]http://pratabas.se/v...php?f=8&t=85911[/url] Quote
Highfox Posted July 19, 2017 Posted July 19, 2017 [quote name='bassmayhem' timestamp='1500479029' post='3338130'] Wal basses are nice. A friend here in Sweden has three for sale right now: [color=#333333][font=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]5-string Wal Midibass 1991 [/size][/font][/color][url="http://pratabas.se/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=85913"]http://pratabas.se/v...php?f=8&t=85913[/url] [color=#333333][font=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]Wal Mk II fretless 1987 [/size][/font][/color][url="http://pratabas.se/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=85910"]http://pratabas.se/v...php?f=8&t=85910[/url] [color=#333333][font=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]Wal Mk I 1993 [/size][/font][/color][url="http://pratabas.se/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=85911"]http://pratabas.se/v...php?f=8&t=85911[/url] [/quote] Wow! Those seem to be pretty well priced if my maths is right. Quote
Spoombung Posted July 20, 2017 Posted July 20, 2017 Nice! I can't imagine playing something that huge with all those ringing strings that need dampening but admire anyone who can. Quote
djaxup Posted July 20, 2017 Posted July 20, 2017 stunning! Your basses are featured on the new Wal website gallery Quote
Shaggy Posted July 20, 2017 Posted July 20, 2017 Wal-tastic gorgeousness - what are the wood facings, olive? Quote
Hellzero Posted July 20, 2017 Posted July 20, 2017 Just the perfect pair, even if I'm not a Wal fan anymore for some personal reasons. As a 6 strings bass player, I would say that 4 strings are not enough, but if you can afford one, why not. And they both are wonderfully looking, for sure. Quote
HazBeen Posted July 30, 2017 Posted July 30, 2017 I just saw this, green with envy Stunning, now off to the practise shed! Lol Quote
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