silverfoxnik Posted February 28, 2022 Share Posted February 28, 2022 (edited) *** Item now SOLD - thanks for the interest! *** Hi Folks Here for sale is a retro looking, late 70s or early 80s fretless Gherson Jazz Bass that I've had for a year or so. Price is £SOLD or near offer, and I'm not looking for any trades at this time. So... It's the 3rd fretless bass I've had over the last 15 years and, just as the previous 2, it was acquired so that I could give "...playing fretless a go". Well, now I've done that, I think ive finally proved to myself that I just dont have the fretless gene in my DNA.. I think I'm 'Jaco-impaired' for want of a better phrase.. Anyway, when I got it, it was completely unplayable but my local luthier at the time (Graham Wheeler) did a good job of sorting it out a twist in the neck so that it's quite playable now. And with the two powerful Di Marzio pick ups and a set of Bass Centte Elite Detroit flats on it , it has the potential to make quite a nice sound in the right hands. The tuners are good too, and the bridge/truss are all working fine.. Having said all of that, it would definitely benefit from further work - hence why I've described it as a 'project'... Firstly, the electrics need a bit of TLC and also, the neck could probably do with a bit more work up the dusty end to make it easier to play those higher notes.. As you can see in the attached photos, it's got its fair share of battle scars, notably at the top end of the neck! If I thought I would do more fretless playing and be better at it, then I'd do those things mentioned above to make it a better playing instrument, but the reality is that I won't, hence why it's up here for sale. One last thing to mention - it's a heavy bass and not for anyone with any lingering back/neck/shoulder health issues. In terms of logistics, collection preferred from Potton, Central Bedfordshire, but I could drive to do a meet up if needed.. And yes, postage is possible if absolutely necessary. It doesn't come with a case but I'm pretty sure I can provide a gig bag with it for shipping. Any questions, please ask away here or send me a PM. Thanks for looking! 😊 Nik Edited February 28, 2022 by silverfoxnik Now SOLD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldslapper Posted February 28, 2022 Share Posted February 28, 2022 Looks an interesting project there Nik! Love that bridge! 😎 Might be interested, although shouldn’t be, but I’m a sucker for projects. But it would have to be posted, so maybe see if someone can get it in person first? What are the issues with the electrics? Hope you’re keeping well? John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted February 28, 2022 Author Share Posted February 28, 2022 Hi John I'm good thanks - how about you? The electrics are a bit worse for wear tbh; could do with a new pot or two, and it's quite buzzy, so I suspect the earth wire needs to be resited.. But if that all gets sorted, those pick ups are really good! I've had a couple of PMs on this and it looks like it might be gone soon.. 🤞😁 2 hours ago, oldslapper said: Looks an interesting project there Nik! Love that bridge! 😎 Might be interested, although shouldn’t be, but I’m a sucker for projects. But it would have to be posted, so maybe see if someone can get it in person first? What are the issues with the electrics? Hope you’re keeping well? John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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