skankdelvar Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 (edited) [size=3][color="#FF0000"][b]SOLD[/b][/color][/size] [size=1](proof that hypnosis really works)[/size] Recently re-acquired a long-term loaner - a Vantage Bass / 80's time machine. Bought S/H in 1986 in Kent, it's variously been gigged, ignored, left to fester in the spare room, lent out and brought back. Now, I'm not sure if it's a VS or a VP, or whatever - I'm sure someone like Bassassin could clear this mystery up. Low action, buzz-free, flat neck relief and a very nice sound - the twin p-configuration makes for some interesting tones. It has a hefty 3-point bridge, rather than the Fender bent-tin copy and a set neck. All hardware solid. It also has a fair few dings (worst ones shown in pics), but is structurally sound as the proverbial. Missing the pick-up selector switch-cap, but a cream replacement should set only you back a couple of quid or so. Now I haven't a clue what these are worth, whether it's rare or what. So - trade for something Squier / Fender-ish - what ya got? Or make me an offer over, say, £150. (If that's way out of line either way, please PM me you Jap-Crap experts...) [attachment=24167:vantageedit1.jpg] [attachment=24168:vantageedit2.jpg] [attachment=24169:vantageedit3.jpg] [attachment=24170:vantageedit4.jpg] Edited April 23, 2009 by skankdelvar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 I reckon thats the VP 710B. AFAIK, the VS were all 1 x P pups The VP 820B had a jazz at the bridge and P at the neck. Yours is the same as my old one - 2 x P pups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 Beautiful bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 These basses are far from crap, they were extremely good in fact. My Vantage VS600 guitar was a real player and tone monster. Woods, contruction, hardware, pups, all good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenshirt Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 [quote name='silddx' post='468221' date='Apr 21 2009, 10:54 AM']These basses are far from crap, they were extremely good in fact. My Vantage VS600 guitar was a real player and tone monster. Woods, contruction, hardware, pups, all good.[/quote] +1 I had one of these basses many moons ago (single p bass pickup)...... it was a stonkin' bass! Mart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBeefChief Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 That's lovely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 [quote name='woodenshirt' post='468265' date='Apr 21 2009, 11:33 AM']+1 I had one of these basses many moons ago (single p bass pickup)...... it was a stonkin' bass! Mart[/quote] +2 I had one too, the second bass i ever owned, it was al maple with a couple of rosewood stringers, with a single dimarzio p bass pickup, it had a really thin comfortable neck and sounded fantastic, and my dad bought it for me for £20 what a bargain!! i very foolishly traded it in for a sh*t hohner fretless, id have this off you but i like being married!!- bump - lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBeefChief Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 SOMEONE PLEASE BUY THIS! I don't usually like things, but I can't stop looking at this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzzer Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 (edited) Apologies for hijacking this thread - second bass I owned too - still got it Bought it from Ned Scrumpo's Emporium of Goodies (I kid you not) in the late 80's, I was told at the time that it was "a poor mans Aria" and was made in the same factory. Defretted it in the late 90's wish I hadn't now. I seem to remember mine was listed as a "Vantage Mystic" I still play it occasionally, surprisingly good for a home-defret. I'd be interested to know if these are worth anything and any history behind Vantage. Cheers Edited April 22, 2009 by muzzer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted April 22, 2009 Author Share Posted April 22, 2009 (edited) [quote name='muzzer' post='469778' date='Apr 22 2009, 05:40 PM']I was told at the time that it was "a poor mans Aria".... I'd be interested to know if these are worth anything .....[/quote] Ooooh, at least in excess of £150, being as it's a "Rich Man's ..er...something". I note yours has the standard (?) rather tasteful scroll V, with the Vantage name along the headstock. Mine just has the name [i]across [/i]the headstock. Mine's probably a rare example made by the legendary monopedal luthier Hiro 'Leggy' Yamamoto and all the more valuable for that Edited April 22, 2009 by skankdelvar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 (edited) [quote name='muzzer' post='469778' date='Apr 22 2009, 05:40 PM']w. I seem to remember mine was listed as a "Vantage Mystic" Cheers[/quote] Mystic sounds so much more funky than VP710b By the way Muzz - whats that stonking looking bass in your Av ? Edited April 23, 2009 by fleabag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted April 22, 2009 Author Share Posted April 22, 2009 (edited) [quote name='fleabag' post='469789' date='Apr 22 2009, 05:50 PM']By the way Muzz - whats that stonking looking bass in your Av ?[/quote] It's his number 2 bass; for use if he breaks a string on the Vantage. Edited April 22, 2009 by skankdelvar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBeefChief Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 I can't figure out why I like this so much. Maybe because its been cradled in the arms of Skank? Swoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted April 22, 2009 Author Share Posted April 22, 2009 [quote name='BigBeefChief' post='469799' date='Apr 22 2009, 05:58 PM']I can't figure out why I like this so much. Maybe because its been cradled in the arms of Skank? Swoon.[/quote] I'm not just a sex object. I've got a beautiful mind as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzzer Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 (edited) The bass in my Avatar is one made by our very own Chopthebass, though I think he's moved to New Zealand or somewhere nice now. Here she is: 'Scuse the crap photo - David Bailey I'm not [quote name='fleabag' post='469789' date='Apr 22 2009, 05:50 PM']Mystic sounds so much more funky than VP710b By the way Muzz - whats that stonking looking bass in your Av ?[/quote] Edited April 22, 2009 by muzzer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 I know the Ibanez Musicians were from the same factory - didn't realise they were so similar till I saw this ! Bear in mind I swapped my MC900 for a Musicman Stingray (and the offer was made to me) - these are very well made instruments and for £150 this is crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted April 22, 2009 Author Share Posted April 22, 2009 [quote name='Machines' post='469825' date='Apr 22 2009, 06:24 PM']I know the Ibanez Musicians were from the same factory - didn't realise they were so similar till I saw this ! Bear in mind I swapped my MC900 for a Musicman Stingray (and the offer was made to me) - these are very well made instruments and for £150 this is crazy.[/quote] Crisp tenner in the post, usual deniability... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deaver Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 Probably a good job you didn't bring this over to Salisbury last Friday. Tempting but I think I'll let BBC sweat a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 (edited) [quote name='muzzer' post='469816' date='Apr 22 2009, 06:16 PM']The bass in my Avatar is one made by our very own Chopthebass, though I think he's moved to New Zealand or somewhere nice now. Here she is: 'Scuse the crap photo - David Bailey I'm not [/quote] A real cracker and no mistake Edited April 23, 2009 by fleabag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassassin Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 [quote name='Machines' post='469825' date='Apr 22 2009, 06:24 PM']I know the Ibanez Musicians were from the same factory - didn't realise they were so similar till I saw this[/quote] Actually - they weren't. This was from Matsumoku, as were Arias, Westones & Westburys, while Ibanez came from Fujigen Gakki - who at the same point were getting into gear making MIJ Squiers & Fenders. This Vantage is a total steal at £150 - why is it still here? Jon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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