Bravewood 62 jazz bass

[MM Stingray 62]

Hi if anyone is looking for a Bravewood jazz bass check out his website John's just put this up for sale.

 

[therealting]

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. 

[Jus Lukin]

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Edited March 6, 2022 by Jus Lukin

[MM Stingray 62]

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

[GuyR]

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.

[LukeFRC]

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 

[Kazan]

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.

[Old Horse Murphy]

Jeez, the price. Imagine how much he'd charge for one in good condition...

[therealting]

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. 

[Kazan]

10 minutes ago, therealting said:

He did the refins for my 60 and 64. They’re stunning. 

Pics!

 

[ebenezer]

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. 

[therealting]

3 hours ago, Kazan said:

Pics!

 

[Kazan]

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.

[therealting]

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.

[Kazan]

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.

[MM Stingray 62]

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.

[LukeFRC]

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! 

[Kazan]

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.

[GuyR]

The age related serial number is a nice touch

[Chiliwailer]

Sold - arrives Tuesday 😁

Thanks for the tip  @marleaux62

[Owen]

Phew. 

[GuyR]

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.

[Chiliwailer]

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. 

[GuyR]

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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.

 

[Chiliwailer]

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 👍