MNY Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) Up for sale for possibly the third time of asking is my Alpher Cobia V2 Prime. I had resolved to keep this one and recently spent over £300 on changing the pick ups and pots but I can’t escape the fact that I would really like a jazz bass or similar. This bass is really well specced with Hipshot hardware throughout and brand new Nordstrand pickups, an NP4A in the neck position and a NJ4SE at the bridge. The body is made from one piece of rippled Ash which has a pleasing texture and a really smart aged appearance. The neck is flamed roasted maple and the fingerboard is rocklite. The action is on the low side and could benefit from a slight tweak but all in all the bass plays superbly well and sounds excellent as you would expect of a top UK custom instrument built with an exceptional level of attention to detail. If you spec this bass on the Alpher site at the moment the price comes out north of 3K. Having inspected it carefully I can’t find any dings, scratches or cosmetic issues, with the exception of some minor wear on the scratch plate which is to be expected. I would rate the condition as a solid 9.8/10. Weight wise it comes in at 3.8 kg and is very comfy on a strap or when played in a seated position. Anyone looking for a really well specified p/j will find this hard to beat especially since the recent upgrade which seems to have given the instrument a warmer more vintage tone. If you have any questions please ask. The bass can be posted if necessary as it comes in a hard Hiscox case, I am also happy to meet half way to hand the bass over in person. Trade wise I would happily consider a nice jazz bass of lower value with cash my way, particularly if anyone has one of the nice new top end Sire basses that they want to offload, or even a Musicman but something with more than one pickup. Weight wise nothing heavier than 4kg preferably and instruments that are in good condition. * Please note that if you instigate a conversation via pm please at least have the manners to reply to messages even if you have decided to change your mind, which you are quite at liberty to do. Thanks for looking. Please note some images show the bass fitted with the original blade style pickups. Thanks to Walshy for the photo showing the weight. Edited August 14, 2021 by MNY Withdrawn. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apeneck Sweeney Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 I love the finish on this bass. GLWTS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNY Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 19 minutes ago, Apeneck Sweeney said: I love the finish on this bass. GLWTS Thank you, much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crawford13 Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 Great price for a great bass! Someone is going to be very happy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNY Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 31 minutes ago, Crawford13 said: Great price for a great bass! Someone is going to be very happy! Thanks mate, I wish they would hurry up and make themselves very happy. 😂 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 This beauty needs to find its forever home, lovely looking bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNY Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) Thanks Kev, I absolutely agree. It sounds as good as it looks. Edited August 2, 2021 by MNY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 My favourite Alpher creation this one, love it. If it were medium or short scale I suspect I’d be having serious wallet trouble. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 1 hour ago, Merton said: My favourite Alpher creation this one, love it. If it were medium or short scale I suspect I’d be having serious wallet trouble. Mine too - I’ve played it too and it’s lovely. To my mind the pickup change would be a good one too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNY Posted August 4, 2021 Author Share Posted August 4, 2021 (edited) 10 minutes ago, LukeFRC said: Mine too - I’ve played it too and it’s lovely. To my mind the pickup change would be a good one too Hello Luke, I reckon the pickup and pot change has significantly improved the versatility of this bass. The bridge pickup sounds a lot fatter and whilst not so ‘in your face’, you can achieve plenty of nice warm tones which never seem to get muddy. Edited August 4, 2021 by MNY 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted August 8, 2021 Share Posted August 8, 2021 I love the neck on this, but fear you would view my sensible offer as non sensible!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNY Posted August 8, 2021 Author Share Posted August 8, 2021 Sent you a pm Luke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJWW Posted August 10, 2021 Share Posted August 10, 2021 My word that is a fabulous looking instrument 😍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNY Posted August 13, 2021 Author Share Posted August 13, 2021 WITHDRAWN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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