jc_riffs Posted October 27, 2022 Posted October 27, 2022 (edited) FOR SALE: Immaculate Handmade Atelier Z DAL-5 Jazz Bass. I've had many Boutique Jazz Basses from the likes of Mike Lull, Bacchus, Marcus Miller V, Sei and Atelier Z are right in the mix. Fell in love with their sound ever since seeing Jerry Barnes live with Chic. There's Jazz Basses and then theirs a Super Jazz, and this Atelier Z definitely earns that badge. I'll be sad to see this go but I can't justify keeping this bass in a case. It deserves to be played. This bass dates back to approx. 2002, which I have had confirmed by Johnny at Atelier Z, and handmade by Mas Hino in Japan, who went on to work with Roger Sadowsky making their basses in New York. The body has recently been re-finished by David Wilson in Hexam, who has done an unreal job. It looks, feels and play brand new. SPEC: Maple Neck and Fingerboard Chambered Alder body with Ash top Neck: 34", Maple, 21 Frets Tuners: Gotoh GB-30 Bridge: Gotoh 205B-5/18P Pickups: Atelier Z JBZ-5 Preamp: Nordstrand 2B-4B (2 Band Preamps - Nordstrand Audio) (Original Atelier Z EQ/M included in the sale) Controls: Vol, Pickup Blend, Bass Boost/Cut, Treble Boost/Cut Weight 4.45 kg Nut Width: 47mm String Spacing at the Bridge: 18mm Hardcase Recently re-strung with Dunlop Superbright Nickel Bass Strings I have everything needed to package this bass up securely for postage via courier, or feel free to come and try/collect. Not looking for any trades on guitars, but may consider some backline options. Drop me a PM if you want to discuss. Any questions just give me a shout. JC Edited March 10, 2023 by jc_riffs Reduced Price and updated Spec 14
bubinga5 Posted October 27, 2022 Posted October 27, 2022 I can tell you this bass is possibly one of the greatest 5 string jazz basses ive ever played as it used to be mine. . Sounds incredible, its light also.. Ive dealt with JC and he is a really nice guy. These early Ateliers are the real deal. GLWTS JC.
jc_riffs Posted October 30, 2022 Author Posted October 30, 2022 Cheers Andy. Yeah it’s a killer jazz. Nails that 70’s vibe with ease.
jc_riffs Posted November 9, 2022 Author Posted November 9, 2022 Reduced to £1,400 and will listen to offers.
Apothem Posted November 10, 2022 Posted November 10, 2022 Absolutely stunning, and as an Atelier Z bass owner (currently an M245, a Jino 4 previously) I can vouch for their top quality, sound and finish. GLWTS 1
jc_riffs Posted November 15, 2022 Author Posted November 15, 2022 Now £1,300. If you’re after a killer 70’s Jazz then this is for you.
bubinga5 Posted December 18, 2022 Posted December 18, 2022 if you can mate wait. Its not worth dropping it more. Its probably the best 5 string jazz on BC atm 1
bubinga5 Posted January 24, 2023 Posted January 24, 2023 Im really surprised this bass has not sold..These are Sadowsky NYC good. I had the Nordstrand pre installed by Bass Direct and it sounds killer
jc_riffs Posted January 24, 2023 Author Posted January 24, 2023 I know mate, whenever I play it, the more I think about keeping it.
jc_riffs Posted February 23, 2023 Author Posted February 23, 2023 Up again. Any trials welcome. Kettle is always on at ours
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