Deedee Posted July 23, 2019 Share Posted July 23, 2019 (edited) This doesn't require much to get it up and running for those after a fretless SB-R. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Aria-Pro-ii-SB-R60-Fretless-Bass-Guitar-Project/193008112779?_trkparms=aid%3D777001%26algo%3DDISCO.FEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160801204525%26meid%3Dbe762a2ac9a14a90ba6123a6566cb850%26pid%3D100651%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26%26itm%3D193008112779%26pg%3D2481888&_trksid=p2481888.c100651.m4497&_trkparms=pageci%3A9210613e-ad4b-11e9-832f-74dbd1804bf3|parentrq%3A1ef68aac16c0a4d062232b02ffa3eb66|iid%3A2 Edited July 23, 2019 by Deedee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyJohnson Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Probably wouldn't take much work for someone with the knowledge to re-fret it and if authenticity isn't your thing, find a suitable bridge. The bridge area looks in reasonably straight condition, so no plugging of holes etc. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jebroad Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 I made a low ball offer on this and he countered 200- it steep really considering time you'll need to get this to playing condition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 £200? Should have had his arm off. These are not budget basses: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/80s-Aria-Pro-II-SB-R60-Neck-Thru-Electric-Bass-Guitar-Hard-Case-Japan/233293748764 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted July 25, 2019 Author Share Posted July 25, 2019 They really are great basses. The most expensive thing to go wrong (or not be working) would be the pickup. Other than that it would just be the bridge and deciding whether to refret or not. I have a spare solderless loom for one if anyone was interested 😉. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 I might well be - I have a SB-Elite I Black & Gold project, been on the back burner for a couple of years. Someone stuck a J pickup between the original unit & bridge so it's been (badly) re-wired for that. I'll be filling the route & putting it back to stock at some point, so the proper pots, cap & switch would be great. Is the switch the original flat-blade type? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted July 25, 2019 Author Share Posted July 25, 2019 There’s a story there...... No, it’s not the flat type unfortunately, but I do have a couple of those on the way to me so I’ll pm you with the details of what’s available once the switch has arrived. 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Cool, appreciate that!. The bass is beaten to hell (worst buckle rash I've ever seen!) and unfortunately the pickup's only working on one coil - but the frets are like new and it's a superb player - unplugged, at least! Will stick a Rautia in it when I eventually get around to doing it. Apart from filling the bloody great hole someone made in it, not sure whether to refin it or leave it with its battle scars. I quite like genuine mojo, but not sure if it suits this bass. I think the biggest challenge will be finding a pair of original knobs for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted July 25, 2019 Author Share Posted July 25, 2019 Yes they tend to be the most difficult item to find. Although there is a chap on TB who’s currently perfecting his own moulded ones. Very good they look too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 I took delivery of the bass in the ad today, it’s in good shape overall and the pickup does have a bit of an output. The bridge is toast however so until I can source one I’ll use an old brass one I have in my spares box. Build quality is beautiful and it’s so light compared to my SB700. If anyone has a suitable Aria bridge let me know....😉 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 Nice one. You'll have to keep us posted on progress. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 Will do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 On 26/07/2019 at 00:27, Deedee said: Yes they tend to be the most difficult item to find. Although there is a chap on TB who’s currently perfecting his own moulded ones. Very good they look too. Would you happen to have a picture of how the switch/loom is wired up? The pickup works but in one position the E&A strings have a much lower output than G&D I’m wondering if it’s been wired up wrongly? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 5 minutes ago, ash said: Would you happen to have a picture of how the switch/loom is wired up? The pickup works but in one position the E&A strings have a much lower output than G&D I’m wondering if it’s been wired up wrongly? Cheers Here you go: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 The only odd thing on that drawing is the 3-way switch. Every one I've ever had or seen has a 2-way on/on switch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 Yes mine is a two way switch and it’s the original one. My mate has one and that is two way also. Thanks that’s a great help though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted August 3, 2019 Share Posted August 3, 2019 Good score, looking forward to seeing how this one goes. Regarding bridges, if you do Facebook there are a few Aria & MIJ groups, someone might have one in their spares box: Aria SB Basses Aria Pro II Fan Club Vintage Japanese Guitars Fan Club Bear in mind the bridges come in two widths, the SB-Rs (and Elites & RSBs) have the wider string spacing. Don't bother asking about knobs - there aren't any! The guy casting his own replicas is going to have a massive order list! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted August 3, 2019 Share Posted August 3, 2019 7 hours ago, Bassassin said: Good score, looking forward to seeing how this one goes. Regarding bridges, if you do Facebook there are a few Aria & MIJ groups, someone might have one in their spares box: Aria SB Basses Aria Pro II Fan Club Vintage Japanese Guitars Fan Club Bear in mind the bridges come in two widths, the SB-Rs (and Elites & RSBs) have the wider string spacing. Don't bother asking about knobs - there aren't any! The guy casting his own replicas is going to have a massive order list! Thanks I’ll have a look! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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