markdavid Posted November 21, 2008 Share Posted November 21, 2008 Seen one for sale near me for what I think is quite a good price , has anybody played one? , are they any good? Looked on the net for more info but could not find any. This is the only picture I could find of one [url="http://www.adverts.ie/showfull.php?product=44902&bigimage=stand.jpg"]Aria Libra Picture[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 These were nothing special. Aria Pro II were producing the Libra (LBB Series) at the same time as the CTB Series and PRB Series, making the LLB 88-89. All three of these lines went out of production late 89. There were three models in the LLB Series - Standard, Deluxe and Custom. I should have the printed catalogue somewhere, to remind myself as to specifications. To be honest - from memory - there were better APII models from the mid and late 80s. The LLB Series suffers a bit based on it's very 80s styling. (Personally I don't like the hair metal inspired headstock.) What’s a very good price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markdavid Posted November 22, 2008 Author Share Posted November 22, 2008 [quote name='noelk27' post='334190' date='Nov 22 2008, 12:26 AM']These were nothing special. Aria Pro II were producing the Libra (LBB Series) at the same time as the CTB Series and PRB Series, making the LLB 88-89. All three of these lines went out of production late 89. There were three models in the LLB Series - Standard, Deluxe and Custom. I should have the printed catalogue somewhere, to remind myself as to specifications. To be honest - from memory - there were better APII models from the mid and late 80s. The LLB Series suffers a bit based on it's very 80s styling. (Personally I don't like the hair metal inspired headstock.) What’s a very good price?[/quote] Ive been offered one for £100 , its the Aria Libra LLB-DLX , I take it thats the deluxe model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 [quote name='markdavid' post='334218' date='Nov 22 2008, 01:45 AM']Ive been offered one for £100 , its the Aria Libra LLB-DLX , I take it thats the deluxe model?[/quote] Yes, it is. And for one that's in solid condition, with no issues, that's a reasonable price. If I was you though, I'd still do a little haggling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 MB1. Pisces man myself!....Sorry!.....I'll get me Coat!. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 it is a bit 80's looking for my taste I did have an Aria Magna, which was a lovely bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 [quote name='Geek99' post='334804' date='Nov 23 2008, 12:06 PM']it is a bit 80's looking for my taste I did have an Aria Magna, which was a lovely bass.[/quote] The Magna (MAB) Series debuted in 90, remaining in production until 94. There were some nine models, as well as a few APCS versions - either two or three, I can't quite remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARGH Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 I liked the active 5 string (AVB??) and they made a really good passive MAB 5 string too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 [quote name='ARGH' post='335455' date='Nov 24 2008, 01:36 PM']I liked the active 5 string (AVB??) and they made a really good passive MAB 5 string too.[/quote] MAB-20 I think - if its the same one. I regret selling it now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tait Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 [quote name='MB1' post='334330' date='Nov 22 2008, 11:52 AM']MB1. Pisces man myself!....Sorry!.....I'll get me Coat!.[/quote] I was thinking of a joke along the same lines, but then i realised i am a libra besides, you've already made that joke so it wouldnt be funny anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 [quote name='noelk27' post='334894' date='Nov 23 2008, 02:09 PM']The Magna (MAB) Series debuted in 90, remaining in production until 94. There were some nine models, as well as a few APCS versions - either two or three, I can't quite remember.[/quote] what does APCS stand for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 [quote name='Geek99' post='335748' date='Nov 24 2008, 07:08 PM']MAB-20 I think - if its the same one. I regret selling it now[/quote] There were three Magna 5-strings - MAB-20/5, MAB-60/5 and an APCS, MAB-015/5. There were six Avante 5-strings - AVB-45/5, AVB-85/5, AVB-TN5, AVB-SN5 and two APCS, AVB-015 and AVB-025. [quote name='metaltime' post='337401' date='Nov 26 2008, 04:19 PM']what does APCS stand for?[/quote] APCS is Aria Pro Custom Shop. APSC produce limited run signature models, limited run reissues, and unique models - such as a headless SB in 93 (SB-034). SB-034 was also midi loaded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 cool thanks. Mine just says aria pro 2 magna series it has no mab??. Is mine just an early one or were they all like this it has p/j pickups its passive and has a maple fingerboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 [quote name='metaltime' post='337602' date='Nov 26 2008, 07:29 PM']cool thanks. Mine just says aria pro 2 magna series it has no mab??. Is mine just an early one or were they all like this it has p/j pickups its passive and has a maple fingerboard.[/quote] The headstock will just say Magna Series. The trussrod coverplate should tell you the model number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 my trussrod cover says nothing either maybe just wore away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 (edited) here is some pics [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=180305470517"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...em=180305470517[/url] Edited November 26, 2008 by metaltime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 [quote name='metaltime' post='337656' date='Nov 26 2008, 08:13 PM']my trussrod cover says nothing either maybe just wore away.[/quote] Possible. It's an MAB-20, and based on the letter code I'd guess between 94 and 96. The MAB-20 was the one model from the series that remained in production beyond the end of the series - if that makes sense. In fact, it came back as the MAB-09 between 99 and 02. The printed lettering on the pickups has weathered well. That it's a lefty is also quite unusual. An MAB-40 (which is active) would sell for something over £100, up to about £150. I'd hope this could get close to £100 based on it being a lefty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 (edited) cool thanks a lot Noel thats helpful to know. I think the lettering is in good condition on the pickups because the guy i got it off was clearly a pick player there is scratches from his strumming all over it. Sorry to OP for the hijack I really like this bass tho its got a really nice neck. Edited November 26, 2008 by metaltime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 [quote name='metaltime' post='337725' date='Nov 26 2008, 09:17 PM']I really like this bass tho its got a really nice neck.[/quote] Thin and fast, right? APII necks have those characteristics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Bass Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 yup bang on the money. There is an active version of mine on ebay now left handed if i had the cash i would but it. That is how much i like this bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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