bobpalt Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 (edited) [size=4][b]Beautiful WILKINS Jazz bass and hard case.[/b][/size] As new (still has the polythene on the scratchplate) hand made in the States 4 stringer Pat does the spraywork for Lakland and others, so his work is immaculate. He builds a few custom basses each year, usually in the $4-5,000 dollar bracket, but this one is slightly different, as he bought in the (superb) neck from a Japanese builder, with the intention of seeing if he could build a cheaper model. I believe it was to retail at $2,500+ The plan didnt get off the ground though, and I purchased it, new, from Bunny Bass about 2 years ago. This bass is finished in slightly sparkly white, and is fitted with Dimarzio pickups and a Demeter pre. All the fittings and workmanship are top quality, and a hard case is included. I would describe the tone as very smooth, wide ranging but not "in your face" like some modern jazzes. Quite refined and sophisticated I would say. She is wonderful to play, and whilst I have no real desire to sell, I have just bought a Shuker Jazz so she only sits in her case doing nothing. I have gigged her once at an open air event, and it was a pleasure. I guess that you might struggle to find a better looking Jazz, and to a good home, price now reuced to £745, final lowest price possible before it goes back under the bed until the economy improves. NOW SOLD................................................ Thanks for looking, Bob [attachment=35659:Crucian_...3708_008.jpg][attachment=35661:Crucian_...3708_009.jpg] Edited December 9, 2009 by bobpalt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Wow, saw this on Sunday - great bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toasted Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Likewise. I loved it. The pearl White finish is superb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpalt Posted November 4, 2009 Author Share Posted November 4, 2009 Thanks guys. Nice of you to say so. Cheers, Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpalt Posted November 5, 2009 Author Share Posted November 5, 2009 Any offers? Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpalt Posted November 8, 2009 Author Share Posted November 8, 2009 Absolutely final price reduction to: [b] £795[/b] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangee Posted November 8, 2009 Share Posted November 8, 2009 Gorgoeus- If I had any money I'd buy it in a flash! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpalt Posted November 9, 2009 Author Share Posted November 9, 2009 Any interesting trades out there? Status headless, mint Stingray, etc? Must be 4 string, cash available. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpalt Posted November 10, 2009 Author Share Posted November 10, 2009 Still looking for a sale or swap? It really is a beautiful bass, immaculate and super to play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpalt Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 (edited) Absolute final price reduction before it goes into storage till things improve [b]£[size=5]745[/size][/b] Edited November 14, 2009 by bobpalt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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xilddx Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 I can confirm this is a gorgeous bass, and the Demeter pre is totally lush. I am delighted to say it is now MINE! Also delighted to have had dealings with Bob who is an absolute gentleman. Thanks Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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