MM Stingray 62 Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 Hi if anyone is looking for a Bravewood jazz bass check out his website John's just put this up for sale. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 If I didn’t already know that I’m not really a Jazz person, I’d be all over that like checking on nitro lacquer. John’s builds are just about the closest thing you can get to an actual pre-CBS Fender with consistent build quality. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jus Lukin Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 (edited) - Edited March 6, 2022 by Jus Lukin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Stingray 62 Posted July 29, 2020 Author Share Posted July 29, 2020 (edited) I would of had it myself If I didn't already have one that's very similar from John a fantastic bass. Edited July 30, 2020 by marleaux62 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuyR Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 This has been online for a few days. Amazed it hasn't gone. It's too similar to my Oly White 62 or it would be in my hands by now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 13 hours ago, marleaux62 said: I would of had it myself If I didn't already have one that's very similar from John a fantastic bass. He had a sunburst P on too before it but I missed seeing that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, LukeFRC said: He had a sunburst P on too before it but I missed seeing that Saw that one. Looked fantastic. He really captures those early 60's bursts right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Jeez, the price. Imagine how much he'd charge for one in good condition... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 2 hours ago, LukeFRC said: He had a sunburst P on too before it but I missed seeing that He did the refins for my 60 and 64. They’re stunning. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 10 minutes ago, therealting said: He did the refins for my 60 and 64. They’re stunning. Pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebenezer Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Had it been sunburst i would have taken the plunge!!......some relic guitars are quite frankly laughable but john's work, to me is stunning, equaling if not surpassing fender custom shop. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 3 hours ago, Kazan said: Pics! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 1 minute ago, therealting said: Stellar! Body looks just right. Neck a replacement? Looks darker than usual (could be the light) and unusual (not impossible by any means) to see that much flame. Beautiful bass and work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 2 hours ago, Kazan said: Stellar! Body looks just right. Neck a replacement? Looks darker than usual (could be the light) and unusual (not impossible by any means) to see that much flame. Beautiful bass and work. Yup, this one has a roasted maple neck replacement. Feel wise it is indistinguishable from the incredible genuine C neck on my 64. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 4 minutes ago, therealting said: Yup, this one has a roasted maple neck replacement. Feel wise it is indistinguishable from the incredible genuine C neck on my 64. Nice. No one better to do it. If John still took orders I'd consider one with a roasted body - just to try to keep overall weight down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Stingray 62 Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 One of my Bravewood jazz basses has a roasted neck John built it for himself. It's got Radioshop pickups in it the bass sounds absolutely killer. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 13 minutes ago, marleaux62 said: One of my Bravewood jazz basses has a roasted neck John built it for himself. It's got Radioshop pickups in it the bass sounds absolutely killer. Stop showing us it - it’s beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 58 minutes ago, marleaux62 said: One of my Bravewood jazz basses has a roasted neck John built it for himself. It's got Radioshop pickups in it the bass sounds absolutely killer. Interesting. I would not have guessed that was roasted if you didn't say so. Looks the amber tone that most of the originals do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuyR Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 The age related serial number is a nice touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiliwailer Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Sold - arrives Tuesday 😁 Thanks for the tip @marleaux62 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Phew. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuyR Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 6 hours ago, Chiliwailer said: Sold - arrives Tuesday 😁 Thanks for the tip @marleaux62 Excellent choice, I would be surprised if you regret it. Very interested to know your thoughts when it arrives. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiliwailer Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 6 minutes ago, GuyR said: Excellent choice, I would be surprised if you regret it. Very interested to know your thoughts when it arrives. Thanks Guy. Having owned a fair few origins 50s & 60s & custom shops I’m very much looking forward to this one. Especially as the vintage ones are out of my price now and the CS ones, as great as they can be, don’t feel quite so special to me anymore - and are also way too blooming expensive now! Always had a soft spot for an ash bodied Jazz with a blonde finish - sealed the deal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuyR Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Quote 7 minutes ago, Chiliwailer said: Thanks Guy. Having owned a fair few origins 50s & 60s & custom shops I’m very much looking forward to this one. Especially as the vintage ones are out of my price now and the CS ones, as great as they can be, don’t feel quite so special to me anymore - and are also way too blooming expensive now! Always had a soft spot for an ash bodied Jazz with a blonde finish - sealed the deal. In my experience, his instruments are as good as a CS to play, but with a more realistic look and feel, particularly the neck. You are well qualified to give your opinion, so don't forget your NBD post. New CS are the same price as a decent refin original bought privately, so no contest for me. I have a Bravewood Strat still and although I have just bought a lovely '65, the Bravewood is going nowhere. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiliwailer Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 14 minutes ago, GuyR said: In my experience, his instruments are as good as a CS to play, but with a more realistic look and feel, particularly the neck. You are well qualified to give your opinion, so don't forget your NBD post. New CS are the same price as a decent refin original bought privately, so no contest for me. I have a Bravewood Strat still and although I have just bought a lovely '65, the Bravewood is going nowhere. That’s all good to hear from you Guy, I hoped the neck would be great as the necks so often let down the CS basses. I’ll post my thoughts on this thread when it comes. Congrats on the 65 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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