Paul S Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 (edited) [s]Not entirely sure but tentatively[/s] I am offering this up for sale. I went to a lot of trouble to get one of these beautiful basses, ended up importing it from Japan but the sad truth of the matter is that I simply haven't bonded with it. Mid 1980s, MIJ, neck through, top of the range Yamaha 5 stringer. I believe these were the first commercially built 5 stringers and were based on the BB300 and, as such, have VERY narrow string spacing. 43mm across the nut,15mm apart at the bridge. Weighs in at a reasonable 4.3kg. They came in either creamy white or piano black with gold hardware - this one is black. As you would expect from a 1980s top of the range Yamaha, this is an extremely well built instrument and is also extremely rare. Here is the video from the guy who tracked it down for me giving a good description and generally putting it through its paces, which says a ton more about it than a series of pictures ever could. [media]http://youtu.be/5EKTLUEeQxE[/media] It is in very good condition except the pickup surrounds have tarnished somewhat - bizarre as the rest of the gold is in fine nick. It is pretty much as I bought it except it now sports a rather flamboyant set of La Bella Gold flats. I am looking for £1200 firm, collected from SE Essex, can arrange fully insured overnight courier for £35. Happy to meet half way and hand over. Not interested in trades, thank you. I am away on holiday for a week as of early tomorrow but should still be able to monitor the site and emails. Back on 6th. Edited October 7, 2017 by Paul S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 Thanks, Warren. Yes, I have reluctantly come to realise it isn't for me, which is a shame. It will be to someone else's gain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SisterAbdullahX Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 That bridge pickup sound, though...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsmedunc Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Wow! Glad it's got 5 strings! GLWTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Very nice - I like 15mm string spacing too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted September 29, 2017 Author Share Posted September 29, 2017 [quote name='SisterAbdullahX' timestamp='1506633777' post='3380128'] That bridge pickup sound, though...! [/quote] I don't actually use it - only the neck pickup! Worth mentioning that what I am asking for is what it cost me to buy and ship to England but doesn't include the VAT, import duty or handling fee, which cost me extra. So that makes this something of a bargain at this price as I have taken the hit for the next owner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete.young Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 I do believe Cairobill was looking for something like this in the Wanted forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted September 30, 2017 Author Share Posted September 30, 2017 Thanks Pete - I'd already had a word but timing is all wrong for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 [quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1506649278' post='3380191'] Very nice - I like 15mm string spacing too. [/quote] Lordy! Me too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted October 3, 2017 Author Share Posted October 3, 2017 Just a thought- I fitted Hipshot licensed Ultralite tuners which I had intended to remove and sell separately. They reduce the weight down to 4kg. I can keep these on and include the originals for an extra £50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 Back from hols bump! 4kg of quality, rare, 5 string bass for £1250? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 ... and now SOLD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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