Marlat Posted May 16, 2009 Posted May 16, 2009 (edited) Edit: This bass is now SOLD to a nice guy from the North of the UK! I am pretty much forced to sell this bass because I have purchased another bass that is considerably more expensive and I want to cover part of the cost. I am still tempted to keep this bass, but the sensible thing to do is sell it. Regarding the bass, its just over a year old and in mint condition ( I am not aware of any dings or stractches, but will double check if you want to go ahead), it has the plastic protection still on the back: NYC Sadowsky Standard 4 Chambered ash body Maple neck Spalted / flamed maple top Black accent line Birdseye maple fingerboard Nordstrand Big Sinple pickups in the J position (wound for Sadowsky with Sadowsky engraved on the covers) Sadowsky Preamp with VTC The bass is very light, its about 3.7kg and honestly its about as light as I would want a bass to be. Its also effortless to play (as are pretty much all Sadowsky basses). If I can afford another Sadowsky in future I will defintely get this model again. You may know I have a NYC Vintage PJ4, its probably 1kg heavier to give you an idea of how much difference the vintage hardware and rosewood fingerboard makes. I can send you more if need be or of any specific areas. Its also signed by Roger Sadowksy on the back of the headstock. In terms of price, new these are $3950 (ie standard 4, nordys + fancy top). Factoring in the cost of shipping to Europe $200 and taxes of about 20% on top of that, the overall cost is just over $5000. I think used in the US they tend to sell for about $3000 in this condition, but then you need to factor in shipping and tax which would put it around $3800. Having looked at the last couple of NYC's sold used in Europe they tend to go for the €2400 - €2500 mark. With that in mind I am asking £2200+actual shipping (but can do local pickup). I think that's a fair price for what is basically a brand new bass and represents about what you would pay if you got this from the US and had it shipped to your country of choice in Europe. I would sell it with the Sadowsky strap and a new set of Sadowsky Blue label strings. I can sell it with either the ultralight hardcase or the portabag. PM me if you have any questions, offers etc. Edit: I am in London. Edited May 23, 2009 by Mark Latimour
GreeneKing Posted May 16, 2009 Posted May 16, 2009 That is without a doubt the single most stunning example of a Sadowsky that I have ever seen. It ticks all the Jazz boxes and then some. Seeing this has in part made my 'bass day' and made me a bit miffed that it's well beyond my reach (unless you're looking for a 4001 Chris Squire ). I suspect that someone with more cash to spare than me will be along later and snap this up.
WinterMute Posted May 16, 2009 Posted May 16, 2009 A beautiful bass mate, why would you part with something like that? As my mum wold say "that would make a lovely coffee table".
rjb Posted May 16, 2009 Posted May 16, 2009 (edited) Please don't tell us you're swapping it for some old Fender! Edited May 16, 2009 by rjb
Noisyjon Posted May 16, 2009 Posted May 16, 2009 [quote name='s_u_y_*' post='489673' date='May 16 2009, 11:45 AM'] Stunning... just stunning![/quote] +1
CHRISDABASS Posted May 16, 2009 Posted May 16, 2009 Im busy trying to come up with ways to afford this!! (or your even lovelier PJ4 ) I think its gonna involve selling something!! Who wants a lovely sadowsky metro RS4 in 59 Sunburst?
Marlat Posted May 16, 2009 Author Posted May 16, 2009 Thanks for the kind words about the bass everyone. If I could sensibly justify it to myself I would keep this as it is the best jazz style bass I have tried. Your comments are making me think twice about selling it. Unfortunately I saw another bass that I had to have and it means putting something on the selling block (and no, its not an old Fender)! To tell you the truth I wouldn't buy another brand of jazz bass other than a Sadowsky now.
wombatboter Posted May 18, 2009 Posted May 18, 2009 I wasn't planning to buy a Sadowsky but this bass just looks gorgeous... I'm a bit confused though : is the bass located in Europe or in the States, since that makes a difference due to import taxes ?
CHRISDABASS Posted May 18, 2009 Posted May 18, 2009 [quote name='wombatboter' post='491277' date='May 18 2009, 12:37 PM']I wasn't planning to buy a Sadowsky but this bass just looks gorgeous... I'm a bit confused though : is the bass located in Europe or in the States, since that makes a difference due to import taxes ?[/quote] Its in London mate! I wish i was there picking it up and taking it home!!
Ray Posted May 18, 2009 Posted May 18, 2009 [quote name='Mark Latimour' post='489526' date='May 16 2009, 08:09 AM'] [/quote] That's taken the slack out of my pants!
Thunderthumbs Posted May 18, 2009 Posted May 18, 2009 That seriously is just about the nicest "jazz" bass I've ever seen. Absolutely stunning. Damn the recession!
dlloyd Posted May 18, 2009 Posted May 18, 2009 [quote name='Mark Latimour' post='489526' date='May 16 2009, 08:09 AM']I am pretty much forced to sell this bass because I have purchased another bass that is considerably more expensive and I want to cover part of the cost. I am still tempted to keep this bass, but the sensible thing to do is sell it.[/quote] Don't see you too much round these parts... seriously nice bass, Mark... if only I had the disposables!
Marlat Posted May 23, 2009 Author Posted May 23, 2009 This bass is now SOLD. Thanks everyone for their enquiries and offers.
wombatboter Posted May 23, 2009 Posted May 23, 2009 Great ! That's a relief because I was considering buying it but then I would have to stop looking for a nice Fodera. You made my life easier ..
Marcus Posted May 24, 2009 Posted May 24, 2009 (edited) I have a hunch where it's gone too !!! Hope it doesn't weigh too much Edited May 24, 2009 by Marcus
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