Yamaha BB NE1 (Nathan East signature) PRICE DROP - *SOLD* £1200 Tenterden, Kent

[DWeekes90]

PRICE DROP TO £1100

 

For sale here is a lovely example of Nathan East's first signature bass. These were only made for a few years in the mid 90s and this particular model dates from 1995. I bought this bass just before the first lockdown so unfortunately it hasn't had anything like the playing/stage time that I would have liked!

 

It is a truly extraordinary instrument and absolutely no expense was spared by Yamaha in the construction of these basses. The woods are all top quality (especially the stunning ebony fretboard!) The quilted maple top obviously catches the eye as well.

 

The sound of this bass is very focused and (as you would expect from Nathan East) sounds incredible in both live and studio mixes. It's a surprisingly aggressive sound on it's own which really cuts through. Actually one of the best sounding basses with a plectrum I have ever played! The ebony board gives it a lovely top end snap for slap bass work as well. 

 

The bass is in fine condition for its age with the exception of a few dings (before my time) that I have included in the pictures. As you might expect from a 27 year old bass, the gold hardware is a little tarnished but looks phenomenal from a distance. I have replaced 3 pot knobs but will included the originals in the case. 

 

These basses really don't come up for sale often and that's because people generally hold on to them! 

 

Body: Alder

Top: Quilted Maple

Neck: 3 piece Maple (roughly D shape)

Fretboard; Ebony (with MOP inlays)

EQ: 2 band (B,T) with adjustable Mids in cavity. Nathan East EQ preset (one of the pots is 3 position. 2 positions are Mid 1 and Mid 2, the third is Nathan's own preset EQ) 

 

Weight: 4.2kg (9.25lb) 

 

Original Yamaha hard case included in sale.

 

Pick up in person is preferred (I'm about 25/30 mins from junc. 8 of the M20 in Kent) but if you are really keen and live further afield we can discuss possible courier options.

 

Price is £1100 (was £1200)

 

Any questions please feel free to DM  

Edited April 25, 2022 by DWeekes90

[lee650]

I had one of these in Aqua, many many years ago. Absolutely stunning basses, pickups/electronics as per the sought after TRB v1 but in a much more luxurious package. Great range of tones.

Great song you've on the Demo BTW!

 

Mine, forgive the cheesy pose, I was taking the Mick at the time 😂

[Ander87]

fantastic price and bass, only since I've committed myself to a SR5 Special otherwise... I don't see this staying long!

[ranat]

Hello, nice play man! Could you weigh and DM me the bass with the hardcase in kg? 

[Yan_Huriey]

Nice playing fella

[johnbiffa]

Great looking bass and top BassChatter, if only it was the opposite end of the country 🥲

[DWeekes90]

PRICE DROP BUMP