sabre

  1. d_g

    Combining a Nordstrand MM Quad Coil with a Big SplitMan

    Hi all looking for some advice as I haven’t had any luck with a reply from Nordstrand through their form! I’m building a Stingray HH type bass but hoping to get closer to the sound of a Classic Sabre with the 16 Pole Neck pickup. I’m thinking of Combining a Nordstrand MM Quad Coil with a...
  2. 2014 EBMM Sabre Classic.
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    For sale 2014 EBMM Sabre Classic.

    I'm not gigging as much these days and when I do it seems to always be with a five, the perfect storm for someone who is after a choice four to add to their harem. This is a now-discontinued MusicMan Sabre Classic in foxy Diego Blue, nine pounds eight ounces on the digital fish corpse...
    $1,800.00
  3. Trabeen

    SOLD 2014 EBMM Sabre Classic.

    I'm not gigging as much these days and when I do it seems to always be with a five, the perfect storm for someone who is after a choice four to add to their harem. This is a now-discontinued MusicMan Sabre Classic in foxy Diego Blue, nine pounds eight ounces on the digital fish corpse...
  4. K

    template for sabre bass?

    hello everyone. I make bass guitar for fun. thesedays I fall into sabre bass(one from 1979. this one have funny 3 toggle switches). I tried to find out any templates available on the online but, I can find anything... does anyone know who do make custom template or just selling?
  5. Music Man Sabre Classic
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    For sale Music Man Sabre Classic

    For your consideration: A fantastic (and sadly rare) Sabre Classic. The OG 2-pickup MM bass, it is somewhat more subdued than a HH Stingray, but smooth as butter (and far less 'aggro' than an 18-volt, 3-band HH). A little over 9 lbs on the bathroom scale. The 2-band EQ kills on this bass...
    $1,900.00
  6. Archaeobass

    SOLD Music Man Sabre Classic

    For your consideration: A fantastic (and sadly rare) Sabre Classic. The OG 2-pickup MM bass, it is somewhat more subdued than a HH Stingray, but smooth as butter (and far less 'aggro' than an 18-volt, 3-band HH). A little over 9 lbs on the bathroom scale. The 2-band EQ kills on this bass...
  7. d_g

    Are EBMM Stingray Classic and Sabre Classic Necks Interchangeable?

    Wondering if anyone has any thought or experience with this? They are both six bolt and 21 fret so my guess would be yes but looking for a concrete answer. I love the of the versatility of the classic sabre but much prefer the chunkiness and the 7.25” radius on the classic stingray… So I’m...
  8. d_g

    Wanted Musicman Sabre, Stingray Classic or Old Smoothie - Not too heavy!

    Just purchased an Old Smoothie on Reverb but the seller pulled out as they didn’t want to ship to Uk. Looking for a somewhat lightweight Sabre, smoothie or classic. Not too worried about colour but don’t really want black. Happy to sort shipping etc myself if that helps. Thanks Dan
  9. PRICE DROP: EBMM SABRE CLASSIC
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    For sale PRICE DROP: EBMM SABRE CLASSIC

    Selling my beautiful, rare and discontinued vintage trans white EBMM Sabre with a GORGEOUS birdseye maple neck. The bass is in amazing condition. Currently the bass is set up for B Standard (BEAD) but comes with two brand new compensated string nuts direct from Musicman if you want to go back to...
    $1,900.00
  10. Joeynone

    SOLD PRICE DROP: EBMM SABRE CLASSIC

    Selling my beautiful, rare and discontinued vintage trans white EBMM Sabre with a GORGEOUS birdseye maple neck. The bass is in amazing condition. Currently the bass is set up for B Standard (BEAD) but comes with two brand new compensated string nuts direct from Musicman if you want to go back to...
  11. Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre Classic
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    For trade Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre Classic

    2013 Ernie ball Music Man Sabre Classic bass in Diego Blue. Bass is in excellent condition and comes with the original case. The bass weighs 9.4 lbs and I can provide the serial number on request. Price includes shipping to CONUS. Will trade for a Fender AVRI ‘62 Jazz (stack knob) in black or...
  12. bass.slinger

    TRADED Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre Classic

    2013 Ernie ball Music Man Sabre Classic bass in Diego Blue. Bass is in excellent condition and comes with the original case. The bass weighs 9.4 lbs and I can provide the serial number on request. Price includes shipping to CONUS. Will trade for a Fender AVRI ‘62 Jazz (stack knob) in black or...
  13. 1979 Music Man Sabre bass with hardshell case
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    For sale 1979 Music Man Sabre bass with hardshell case

    1979 Music Man Sabre bass $2150 The bass has an ash body and one-piece maple neck, and is extremely lively. The electronics set-up is two humbuckers wired to an active EQ with dedicated Bass and Treble knobs; a mini three-way pickup selector; Bright switch, and Phase Reversal switch. There...
    $2,150.00
  14. The Balance

    SOLD 1979 Music Man Sabre bass with hardshell case

    1979 Music Man Sabre bass $2150 The bass has an ash body and one-piece maple neck, and is extremely lively. The electronics set-up is two humbuckers wired to an active EQ with dedicated Bass and Treble knobs; a mini three-way pickup selector; Bright switch, and Phase Reversal switch. There...
  15. BigDrew

    The Basses of Clarence Leonidas (Leo) Fender

    I couldn't find a definitive list of the basses that Leo Fender created or was "instrumental" in creating (see what I did there?). Please feel free to edit, add or correct anything and everything you see here. I am aware that there were other "first" electric basses, but Fender really had the...
  16. 1980 Music Man

    1980 Music Man

    Sabre Pre Amp
  17. MM Sabre Pre

    MM Sabre Pre

    Sabre Pre Amp
  18. M

    lightwave sabre 4 string

    i bought a lightwave bass a couple of years ago and love it. well apparently i pissed off my girlfriend and she threw away my power supply . i have looked everywhere and i cant find the voltage and amperage to save my life and don't really want to pay $50 to order another one from the...
  19. Ernie Ball Music Man Classic Sabre
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    For sale Ernie Ball Music Man Classic Sabre

    Mint condition EBMM Sabre bass in Inca Silver. I love this bass, but I'm really a rosewood boarded guy, just can't get used to maple necks. I've decided to put this bass up for sale instead of trade, since I overstretched my own budget and would rather keep my fretless Stingray, since one bass...
    $1,750.00
  20. MojaveVox

    SOLD Ernie Ball Music Man Classic Sabre

    Mint condition EBMM Sabre bass in Inca Silver. I love this bass, but I'm really a rosewood boarded guy, just can't get used to maple necks. I've decided to put this bass up for sale instead of trade, since I overstretched my own budget and would rather keep my fretless Stingray, since one bass...
  21. MojaveVox

    Wanted Pre-EB MusicMan Sabre Bass

    I’m in the market for a vintage sabre. Cant find any on the market stateside, it’s my dream bass, so if anyone’s looking to move one give me a shout! Rosewood boards preferred but certainly not opposed to a maple.
  22. Music Man Sabre Classic
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    For sale Music Man Sabre Classic

    Selling a member of my Sabre collection (stumbled upon a third). Bass is in great shape and has a gorgeous flame to the neck. Comes with OHSC. Asking $1899+69 CONUS shipping. Will ship worldwide, but please reach out for a global shipping estimate.
    $1,899.00
  23. LowEndLobster

    SOLD Music Man Sabre Classic

    Selling a member of my Sabre collection (stumbled upon a third). Bass is in great shape and has a gorgeous flame to the neck. Comes with OHSC. Asking $1899+69 CONUS shipping. Will ship worldwide, but please reach out for a global shipping estimate.
  24. Sabre V2 V3

    Sabre V2 V3

    Sabre Pre Amp 5-Way Switch since 1983 vs Classic
  25. EB Sabre

    EB Sabre

    Ernie Ball Sabre Pre Amp 1989
  26. Ibanez SB900 Sabre Ibanez

    For sale Ibanez SB900 Sabre Ibanez

    Bass project.$375. This bass is not all original. For parts or not working (sort of). Semi-working condition. It could (should) be restored to its original glory. If you're familiar with this bass then you know what I mean. The pickups look original and it includes the original 4 knobs. I...
    $375.00
  27. TH63

    For Sale Ibanez SB900 Sabre Ibanez

    Bass project.$375. This bass is not all original. For parts or not working (sort of). Semi-working condition. It could (should) be restored to its original glory. If you're familiar with this bass then you know what I mean. The pickups look original and it includes the original 4 knobs. I...
  28. shraderbass

    Wanted Looking for a pre Ernie Ball Music Man Sabre Bass neck

    I own a 79 music man Sabre Bass that has a luthier made neck. I'm looking for a replacement as it's not an original. I would love to have a maple neck but I am ok with rosewood if I can't find a maple one.
  29. Musicman Classic Sabre Bass

    Wanted Musicman Classic Sabre Bass

    Hi, I’m based in Italy and am searching for a Sabre Classic, the reissue model, in mint unmarked conditions. I Hope to find one!
  30. MUSICMAN 1979 Pre-Ernie Ball Sabre Employee Custom Slab Body!
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    For sale MUSICMAN 1979 Pre-Ernie Ball Sabre Employee Custom Slab Body!

    So this is a one-off, unique Musicman body made by a former MM employee that I met while I lived in Fullerton, CA; I purchased it over 12 years ago along with another slab body Sabre; that one was restored and sold: SOLD - MUSICMAN 1979 Pre-Ernie Ball Sabre - Natural Ash, Restored, Rare Slab...
    $550.00
  31. jtlee

    SOLD MUSICMAN 1979 Pre-Ernie Ball Sabre Employee Custom Slab Body!

    So this is a one-off, unique Musicman body made by a former MM employee that I met while I lived in Fullerton, CA; I purchased it over 12 years ago along with another slab body Sabre; that one was restored and sold: SOLD - MUSICMAN 1979 Pre-Ernie Ball Sabre - Natural Ash, Restored, Rare Slab...
  32. Attachment Sabre

    Attachment Sabre

  33. 1980 Music Man Left Handed Sabre Bass RARE

    For sale 1980 Music Man Left Handed Sabre Bass RARE

    1980 Music Man Left Handed Sabre Bass RARE This is a super rare and gorgeous Left Handed Sabre Bass. The bass is in great shape and includes a nice hardshell case. This has been fully inspected and set up here by the Stingray Man. ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE...
    $3,499.00
  34. Sting Rayman

    For Sale 1980 Music Man Left Handed Sabre Bass RARE

    1980 Music Man Left Handed Sabre Bass RARE This is a super rare and gorgeous Left Handed Sabre Bass. The bass is in great shape and includes a nice hardshell case. This has been fully inspected and set up here by the Stingray Man. ALL OF OUR SALES INCLUDE A 7 DAY FULL SATISFACTION GUARANTEE...
  35. 1979 Music Man Sabre Bass Olympic White

    For sale 1979 Music Man Sabre Bass Olympic White

    1979 Music Man Sabre Bass Olympic White All original 1979 Music Man Sabre Bass. This is Olympic white with a 1 piece maple neck. This has 2 humbucker pickups. The electronics are active with a volume and a 2 band eq. There are 3 switches in the electronics that boost and cut the tone. This...
    $2,749.00
  36. Sting Rayman

    For Sale 1979 Music Man Sabre Bass Olympic White

    1979 Music Man Sabre Bass Olympic White All original 1979 Music Man Sabre Bass. This is Olympic white with a 1 piece maple neck. This has 2 humbucker pickups. The electronics are active with a volume and a 2 band eq. There are 3 switches in the electronics that boost and cut the tone. This...
  37. Pre EB Musicman Sabre Neck

    For sale Pre EB Musicman Sabre Neck

    Beautiful Birdseye unfortunately truss rod is frozen. 1979 date. Thanks for looking.
    $300.00
  38. audreycashin

    For Sale Pre EB Musicman Sabre Neck

    Beautiful Birdseye unfortunately truss rod is frozen. 1979 date. Thanks for looking.
  39. JohnnyChatter

    New 1979 Music Man Sabre bass.

    I found this at guitar center. All original 1979 in great condition. I bought it last week but they wouldn’t let me take it home until today. Sooooo sweet!
  40. °v°

    Musicman Sabre 79 pickups switching

    Hi there, I just got me a Musicman Sabre bass from 1979, and was wondering whether someone had any idea about the pickups and their switching : 1. Are the 2 pickups (slightly smaller in size compared to Stingray) wired in parallel or in series ? There are only 2 wires (black & white) coming...