lozbass Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 (edited) For sale - a stupendously beautiful Wechter ABG. Wechter hand-builds in his Indiana shop for some of the world's most accomplished acoustic (and electric) players - McLoughlin, Helborg etc. I got this bass in a cash plus cab deal (with 6stringbassist). It's too big for me and too beautiful to just have hanging around as an ornament (I only really play short-scale). I know the original commissioning purchaser of the bass and know its full history. The bass is less than three years old and in absolutely perfect condition - it comes with its TKL custom case (again, in excellent condition). The bass started life as a fretless but was fretted by Martin at the Gallery (at the request of 6stringbassist) late last year. It's an unbelievable job, as you'd expect from Martin - the rosewood binding is absolutely untouched! The bass is currently strung with TI flats and the action is lower than most electric basses - in fact, it could use a quick tweak as there's a tiny bit of buzz at the first fret. The board is rosewood bound ebony on a (very slender and comfortable) walnut neck. The top is subtly figured solid spruce and features an abalone rosette. The back and sides are very highly figured curly maple with a brown cremona finish. The split saddle bridge is beautifully carved and appears to be end-capped with ebony. The custom electronics are by Fishman - the jack socket is integrated with the strap pin. Tone is just gorgeous - full, sophisticated and warm. Amplified, the bass offers a very passable upright sound with flats. With rounds, it's possible to achieve a much brighter, though still warm and full tone (I've used the bass through an Epi ul502 with a ul112 - absolutely lush!) I have around £1000 in this bass and don't want to take a big hit - I will sell at £950 but this is a firm price (and frankly, an absolute bargain for a hand-built instrument of such quality). The 9400 model is priced at $4800 in the US, including the Fishman custom pickup (fitted by Wechter from new). It would cost at least £3400 to get a bass like this into the UK. Check Talkbass etc. for thoughts on these - amongst the most (if not the most) revered and spectacular ABGs around. You can also check-out the Wechter site at: [url="http://www.wechterguitars.com/customs/9400_bass"]http://www.wechterguitars.com/customs/9400_bass[/url] Collection in Manchester is highly preferable given the size of the bass and case, but I can ship if necessary. Professional packing will be necessary as I don't have a carton of sufficient size. I can ship to most parts of Europe and the US (with insurance and at the buyers cost of course). I can also deliver to London (Euston) but dates are limited. I'm more than happy to discuss details with any prospective buyers - just PM me and we can arrange a conversation (Edit for further details) Edited October 29, 2009 by lozbass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 if i weren't commited to another sale, i'd be all over this. Best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgordonfreeman Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Trades? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 24, 2009 Author Share Posted October 24, 2009 Thanks guys - in terms of trades, I'd only really be interested in shorter scale Alembics (signature and up) - with cash from me of course. Other very interesting and very high end or vintage shorter-scales (32" and below) would be considered Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBod Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 [attachment=35047:DSCN0617.JPG] OOeerr....Mo Clifton fretless shorty?? Not quite an Alembic, but lovely short and very light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 24, 2009 Author Share Posted October 24, 2009 [quote name='BassBod' post='635187' date='Oct 24 2009, 11:36 AM'][attachment=35047:DSCN0617.JPG] OOeerr....Mo Clifton fretless shorty?? Not quite an Alembic, but lovely short and very light.[/quote] Oh my word, that is gorgeous! It's probably a good thing I can't play fretless (several expensive attempts in the past 25 years and now I'm sure). Thanks for the offer though (and it's lovely to see a Clifton) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 Bump for edit with further details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4000 Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Stunning Loz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Oh my giddy aunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 26, 2009 Author Share Posted October 26, 2009 Thanks guys and bump (I really wish I could play this - it's gorgeous, I just can't cope with the 34" scale) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulie Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 [quote name='lozbass' post='634924' date='Oct 23 2009, 09:34 PM']For sale - a stupendously beautiful Wechter ABG. Wechter hand-builds in his Indiana shop for some of the world's most accomplished acoustic (and electric) players - McLoughlin, Helborg etc. I got this bass in a cash plus cab deal (with 6stringbassist). It's too big for me and too beautiful to just have hanging around as an ornament (I only really play short-scale). I know the original commissioning purchaser of the bass and know its full history. The bass is less than three years old and in absolutely perfect condition - it comes with its TKL custom case (again, in excellent condition). The bass started life as a fretless but was fretted by Martin at the Gallery (at the request of 6stringbassist) late last year. It's an unbelievable job, as you'd expect from Martin - the rosewood binding is absolutely untouched! The bass is currently strung with TI flats and the action is lower than most electric basses - in fact, it could use a quick tweak as there's a tiny bit of buzz at the first fret. The board is rosewood bound ebony on a (very slender and comfortable) walnut neck. The top is subtly figured solid spruce and features an abalone rosette. The back and sides are very highly figured curly maple with a brown cremona finish. The split saddle bridge is beautifully carved and appears to be end-capped with ebony. The custom electronics are by Fishman - the jack socket is integrated with the strap pin. Tone is just gorgeous - full, sophisticated and warm. Amplified, the bass offers a very passable upright sound with flats. With rounds, it's possible to achieve a much brighter, though still warm and full tone (I've used the bass through an Epi ul502 with a ul112 - absolutely lush!) I have around £1000 in this bass and don't want to take a big hit - I will sell at £950 but this is a firm price (and frankly, an absolute bargain for a hand-built instrument of such quality). The 9400 model is priced at $4800 in the US, including the Fishman custom pickup (fitted by Wechter from new). It would cost at least £3400 to get a bass like this into the UK. Check Talkbass etc. for thoughts on these - amongst the most (if not the most) revered and spectacular ABGs around. You can also check-out the Wechter site at: [url="http://www.wechterguitars.com/customs/9400_bass"]http://www.wechterguitars.com/customs/9400_bass[/url] Collection in Manchester is highly preferable given the size of the bass and case, but I can ship if necessary. Professional packing will be necessary as I don't have a carton of sufficient size. I can ship to most parts of Europe and the US (with insurance and at the buyers cost of course). I can also deliver to London (Euston) but dates are limited. I'm more than happy to discuss details with any prospective buyers - just PM me and we can arrange a conversation (Edit for further details)[/quote] Hi How wide is the body at the widest point and how deep is the body at the deepest point? I am definately interested in this instrument. Are you ok with shipping to Ireland? I get stuff sent here from the gallery in London all the time. Courier charge for a guitar is usually 40-50 pounds Cheers Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 28, 2009 Author Share Posted October 28, 2009 I'll get the measurements later - shipping to Ireland is no problem (but I'll need to factor in packing as I don't have a carton of sufficient size) [quote name='paulie' post='637208' date='Oct 26 2009, 07:08 PM']Hi How wide is the body at the widest point and how deep is the body at the deepest point? I am definately interested in this instrument. Are you ok with shipping to Ireland? I get stuff sent here from the gallery in London all the time. Courier charge for a guitar is usually 40-50 pounds Cheers Paul[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 This bass is now provisionally sold - subject to receipt of payment. Thanks for all the interest and questions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Labanlaban30 Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 [quote name='lozbass' post='640030' date='Oct 29 2009, 02:31 PM']This bass is now provisionally sold - subject to receipt of payment. Thanks for all the interest and questions[/quote] Hey! Is it really over is it payed and shipped? Been looking for a wechter for 15 years! L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozbass Posted November 3, 2009 Author Share Posted November 3, 2009 [quote name='Labanlaban30' post='643844' date='Nov 2 2009, 08:50 PM']Hey! Is it really over is it payed and shipped? Been looking for a wechter for 15 years! L[/quote] Thanks for this - the bass is provisionally sold: I'm waiting for payment but very confident that it will be forthcoming. There was another Wechter for sale on ebay around 4 months ago. It's the sister of the bass I was selling and is also in the North West. If I can find the seller's number, I'll PM it to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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