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  1. 1966 Guild Starfire 1 Bisonic pickup (in the sweet spot)

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    For sale 1966 Guild Starfire 1 Bisonic pickup (in the sweet spot)

    A wonderful 1966 Starfire 1 Bass with Bisonic pickup. Very good condition. Serial BA 473. Zoom in on that beautiful rosewood neck. All original as far as I know, except the current bridge saddles were purchased from Cordoba. The original rosewood saddles will be included (in pic). Binding is...
    $3,650.00
    $3,400.00
    or best offer
  2. Alleva Coppolo LG5 in natural finish

    For sale Alleva Coppolo LG5 in natural finish

    It is with a heavy heart that I am selling this prized Alleva Coppolo LG5 in excellent condition for financial reasons. The bass sings and is a very comfortable weight. If you ever wanted a 60s jazz bass with a B string and the main perks of modern construction (eg, active electronics), this is...
    $5,500.00
  3. Alleva Coppolo KBP5 BIG PRICE REDUCTION!

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    For sale Alleva Coppolo KBP5 BIG PRICE REDUCTION!

    Alleva Coppolo KBP5 Limited Edition This is a tough one for me… Unfortunately, other hobbies are apparently just as expensive as being a bass player, so I need to move some stuff to be able to afford all of the crazy hobbies I’m into. This Alleva Coppolo KBP5 Limited Edition was built in July...
    $6,500.00
    or best offer
  4. Lou Reed 's Personal SWR Goliath Junior III Speaker Cabinet. *Rock Memorabilia*

    For sale Lou Reed 's Personal SWR Goliath Junior III Speaker Cabinet. *Rock Memorabilia*

    Lou Reed Personal SWR Goliath Junior III Speaker Cabinet. Serial No. 107 7412, likely from the 90s. Compact bass speaker cabinet with 350W handling, 4ohm configuration, 2x10' speaker enclosure with tweeter, and chrome grill. Reed is known to have played bass on stage for the song ""Guilty"" in...
    $2,200.00
    or best offer
  5. Fender American Vintage Reverse Open-Gear Bass Tuning Machines, (4) Mounting Hardware Included
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    For sale Fender American Vintage Reverse Open-Gear Bass Tuning Machines, (4) Mounting Hardware Included

    Upgrade your bass with this mint-condition set of vintage-style nickel-plated tuning machines, originally from a 2015 Fender Road Worn Jazz Bass. These tuners are in perfect working order and have the authentic, intentionally aged look that came from the factory. Features include: Classic...
    $85.00
  6. Squire 1996 Musicmaster Sea Foam Green Bass +Price Drop

    For sale Squire 1996 Musicmaster Sea Foam Green Bass +Price Drop

    Price Drop to $750 and buyer pays shipping. Up for sale is an old rare 1996 Squire Musicmaster Vista series 30” short scale bass in Sea Foam green with matching headstock. It is gorgeous and plays and sounds amazing. It is so fun to play. They are becoming very difficult to find in great...
    $900.00
    $750.00
  7. Lou Reed Owned Authenticated SWR Goliath Junior III Bass Cabinet- *Rock Memorabilia*

    For sale Lou Reed Owned Authenticated SWR Goliath Junior III Bass Cabinet- *Rock Memorabilia*

    Lou Reed Personal SWR Goliath Junior III Speaker Cabinet. *Rock Memorabilia* Serial No. 107 7412, likely from the 90s. Compact bass speaker cabinet with 350W handling, 4ohm configuration, 2x10' speaker enclosure with tweeter, and chrome grill. Reed is known to have played bass on stage for the...
    $2,500.00
    or best offer
  8. Dingwall D-Roc Standard 2020 - Vintage Burst
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    For sale Dingwall D-Roc Standard 2020 - Vintage Burst

    Hey all, I'm selling my D-Roc as it's been sitting in the studio for a while. It is in mint condition aside from a tiny nick in the back of the body which is pictured. It comes with a dingwall gig bag and tool kit. Willing to meet within 35 miles of Rockland, NY. Please message me if you'd like...
    $1,500.00
  9. cavesinger

    Dark Brown / Dark Red vintage fender thumb rest

    This is getting a bit nit picky on my end but long story short, anyone know where I could find the dark brown / dark red purplish thumb rest like found on 70’s era fender basses? Working on a build and it’s the one detail really throwing it off. This picture is my reference.
  10. 1980 Tokai Jazz Sound Jazz bass - Aged Olympic white
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    For sale 1980 Tokai Jazz Sound Jazz bass - Aged Olympic white

    Howdy folks. Selling my 1980 Tokai Jazz sound Jazz bass. All I can say is anyone would have a hard time finding a better playing and sounding jazz bass than this. Very close to 64' spec here with the dark rosewood veneer board, vintage frets etc. feels like a real vintage jazz bass because it...
    $850.00
  11. V

    Need help confirming this is a real Aria Pro II PJ Standard

    Hi, everyone! I have been offered an 1983 Aria Pro II PJ bass as a trade. I am not familiar with the brand and I would really love if someone could help me confirming a couple of things: 1) Is this the real thing? (supposedly manufactured in Japan. The plate states so, but still I wanted to...
  12. 1977 Music Man Stingray (pre-Ernie Ball Vintage)
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    For sale 1977 Music Man Stingray (pre-Ernie Ball Vintage)

    Pre-Ernie Ball vintage 1977 Music Man Sting Ray in mocha finish that is in excellent condition. Comes with original case and recently cleaned up/fret polished/and set up. I have put in an aged white pickup cover but of course have the original black one as well that I can put back on if desired...
    $4,500.00
    $4,500.00 to $4,300.00
  13. Y

    I need some advises to recreate this bass tone

    Dear Bassist Community, I've been so into the vintage thumpin' bass tone. Compare to the brightness that most of the modern songs have, I personally prefer this dead, muted kick drum ish sound by thumbing.(Please find the reference video below) References: My Gear: Bass // Music Man...
  14. MXR Vintage Bass Octave Mini
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    For sale MXR Vintage Bass Octave Mini

    Great condition MXR vintage bass octave mini. :bassist:
    $80.00
  15. Andi Ohne

    Help!!! What is this headles bass?

    I bought this headless bass used and the seller didn't have any information on who built it. He said he bought it as a Status Bass. But there is no markings whatsoever on it to identify it. So it might be custom built after all. All i found is that it supposedly uses Rockinger ABM mechanics form...
  16. Camarillo

    Help me identify this knobs

    Hello everybody. I hope this is the right place for this request, considering the knobs as hardware. I would to know the name of this vintage looking knobs, and consequently where to find them. I saw them in the Rick posted below and also in one of the Woodstock Collection Spector basses videos...
  17. Fender Vintage Hot Rod 60s Precision Bass
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    For sale Fender Vintage Hot Rod 60s Precision Bass

    Description This is a rare Vintage Hot Rod '60s Precision Bass. Classic '60s vibe with modern power and versatility. It’s got that authentic vintage design we all love, plus some hot-rodded upgrades like a compound-radius fingerboard and the super flexible "P/J" pickup setup. Whether you’re...
    $1,250.00
  18. Seymour Duncan 5 string 1/4 Pound P bass pickup - Free shipping

    For sale Seymour Duncan 5 string 1/4 Pound P bass pickup - Free shipping

    Seymour Duncan quarter pound 5 string Fender sized P bass Pickups. These are like new. Only installed once for a customer's bass, but decided to go with something else. Box and hardware included. $100 - 13.8 Ohms. Maghini pickups sold...
    $100.00
  19. FS: 1975 Rickenbacker 3000 Short Scale Electric Bass w/HSC
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    For sale FS: 1975 Rickenbacker 3000 Short Scale Electric Bass w/HSC

    For sale is a 1975 Rickenbacker 3000 bass. These are cool short scale basses that are like a souped up Pbass with more snarl. Bass is used and has nicks and bumps which you can see in the pics, But it plays wonderfully! Nice thin (top to bottom) neck and that famous Rickenbacker action that...
    $2,150.00
  20. 1960s Kay Fuzz Tone — excellent condition, rad vintage fuzz! Slash wah thing! Fuzz wah?!
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    For sale 1960s Kay Fuzz Tone — excellent condition, rad vintage fuzz! Slash wah thing! Fuzz wah?!

    Really clean condition, even the silver on the treadle is still super reflective. Awesome vintage fuzz, and the wah-like aspect of it works flawlessly and offers a super unique sound — you can rock it back and forth like The Edge does in U2's "Elevation", or set it all the way down and use it...
    $375.00
  21. Boss RSD-10 Digital Sampler / Delay w/ OG PSU
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    For sale Boss RSD-10 Digital Sampler / Delay w/ OG PSU

    Really cool delay / sampler unit from 80's era Boss! Heavily utilized by Autechre for their early stuff. Not your typical bass pedal for sure. $225 + shipping. PM for a shipping quote via PirateShip.
    $225.00
  22. Mike in MI

    1982 Jazz Bass - How Much Is Original?

    I appreciate everyone’s help on this. I picked up this Jazz bass from GC. I’m assuming it’s an 82 from the neck stamp, but I’m not an expert on vintage instruments by any means, so I defer to those who are. Thanks in advance to any and all comments.
  23. 1971 Fender Precision Bass Neck with Original Tuners and Screws
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    For sale 1971 Fender Precision Bass Neck with Original Tuners and Screws

    Selling my Vintage Fender Precision Neck. Maple Fingerboard. Includes original tuners as well as screws. Replaced nut at some point as well. B size at 1.625 Inches at the Nut Frets are bit low but level at approximately .025 inches tall Truss rod works great Great neck for a project or...
    $1,200.00
  24. O

    30 Year old SR800 or new SR500e/600e?

    TLDR: Should I buy an SR800 from 1994 that I cannot try out or go for a new SR500e/600e? So, I have only started playing bass a few months ago, but have played quite a few basses already, and I am looking for a replacement for my Jackson JS2P since I kinda just don't like it. Something about it...
  25. Modulus Vj-4

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    For sale Modulus Vj-4

    This is an older Modulus VJ4 that, according to previous owner, was refinished in shoreline gold, has John East J-Retro pre, and pickups were upgraded to Tim Brantley's Geddy Lee set. It has a very comfortable graphite neck, that is super stable and hasn't required adjustment since I've owned...
    $2,000.00
    $1,800.00
    or best offer
  26. Milkman 700W Bass Half and Half (price drop)
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    For sale Milkman 700W Bass Half and Half (price drop)

    This little guy has a tube preamp and a class D power amp, and it sounds and looks amazing, while weighing only 12 pounds. In a fetching vanilla tolex. :) I bought this in great condition, and I've only played it at home, so it still looks and works like new. Comes with a gig bag. Price...
    $1,000.00
    $950.00
  27. scotther8

    Ampeg B40 head *SCREECHING*...!😳

    I got this amp back around last Thanksgiving and it appears to be new/old Stock out of the *House of Music* in Springfield, Illinois... the amp looks virtually untouched, but would not power up ~ a quick check of the fuse revealed that it needed a new littlefuse 6A tube fuse installed... so i...
  28. scotther8

    Ampeg B40 head *SCREECHING*...!😳

    I got this amp back around last Thanksgiving and it appears to be new/old Stock out of the *House of Music* in Springfield, Illinois... the amp looks virtually untouched, but would not power up ~ a quick check of the fuse revealed that it needed a new littlefuse 6A tube fuse installed... so i...
  29. Peavey BAC-2 Biamp Bass Chorus (Price Reduction)

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    For sale Peavey BAC-2 Biamp Bass Chorus (Price Reduction)

    It's great condition. It has that vintage sound. Shipped in Continental US.
    $90.00
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    Double Bass What exactly about vintage (1960s-1800s) uprights?

    So I’ve been seeing a lot of people saying that an upright made today could never match up to one made in the 1800s, but my big question is why? Like, overall you would think they’d be better, at least ergonomically. Now I get that the sound changes as the wood dries and such, but like if a bass...
  31. 1975 Fender Precision Bass $2875 Shipped
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    For sale 1975 Fender Precision Bass $2875 Shipped

    Cool bass here folks with alot of Mojo! This bass was purchased used in Philadelphia in 1996. ALL of the wear and tear was from the original owner. Clearly he had it strapped low and his thumb dug in as he played it hard near the bridge, while the back redefines 'buckle rash.' The previous...
    $2,875.00
  32. 70's Ovation Magnum parts
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    For sale 70's Ovation Magnum parts

    I have been an Ovation Magnum fan since I bought my first one, new in 1978. Throughout the years, I've picked up a lot of parts (both used and New Old stock). Time to get rid of some sh*t. What this lot contains is just about all you need to build your own Magnum using genuine Ovation USA parts...
    $850.00
  33. MTD 535-21 built in 1996, Serial #88! Vintage MTD
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    For sale MTD 535-21 built in 1996, Serial #88! Vintage MTD

    Built in 1996, all original, rare high gloss orange burst finish over beautifully figured quilted maple. Maple neck, wenge fretboard. No dings, dents, nothing. Minor scuffing in the typical areas, but not bad for a bass from 1996. Recently got a full set-up and new strings. Ready to go! Note...
    $4,500.00
  34. Sadwosky NYC Custom #2363
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    For sale Sadwosky NYC Custom #2363

    I'm selling this masterpiece! The Sadowsky NYC Custom was made in the 1996. The condition is pretty used and modified. However, this has not lost any characteristic of "Sadowsky Sound." It is a 4-string Sadowsky NYC bass and has very good used condition. The one specialty is that this bass is...
    $3,610.00
  35. L

    For Sale Sadwosky NYC Custom #2363

    I'm selling this masterpiece! The Sadowsky NYC Custom was made in the 1996. The condition is pretty used and modified. However, this has not lost any characteristic of "Sadowsky Sound." It is a 4-string Sadowsky NYC bass and has very good used condition. The one specialty is that this bass is...
  36. Fender Classic Series '60s Jazz Bass Loaded Body 2000s - 3 Color Sunburst
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    For sale Fender Classic Series '60s Jazz Bass Loaded Body 2000s - 3 Color Sunburst

    Fender Classic Series Jazz Bass Body Alder body Tortoise pickguard Crack in paint on the left side of the neck pocket
    $375.00
  37. Continuum

    For Sale/Trade Fender Classic Series '60s Jazz Bass Loaded Body 2000s - 3 Color Sunburst

    Fender Classic Series Jazz Bass Body Alder body Tortoise pickguard Crack in paint on the left side of the neck pocket
  38. Sadowsky Metroline Vintage MJ 5 String Bass Alder Maple Morado
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    For sale Sadowsky Metroline Vintage MJ 5 String Bass Alder Maple Morado

    For sale is my lightly used Sadowsky Metroline Vintage MJ 5 string bass. Very aggressive tone like every one says. I do love it, but I have too many 5 strings and need to thin the herd (if I sell the others then this one stays). Comes with original bag and goodies. $2,600 Shipping to be...
    $2,600.00
  39. bassdudestevo

    For Sale Sadowsky Metroline Vintage MJ 5 String Bass Alder Maple Morado

    For sale is my lightly used Sadowsky Metroline Vintage MJ 5 string bass. Very aggressive tone like every one says. I do love it, but I have too many 5 strings and need to thin the herd (if I sell the others then this one stays). Comes with original bag and goodies. $2,600 Shipping to be...
  40. 1977 Carl Thompson 4 String Bass
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    For sale 1977 Carl Thompson 4 String Bass

    Here’s your chance to own a piece of electric bass history. This is a 1977 Carl Thompson 4 string bass with a serial number/birthdate of 1-4-1977. It is in remarkable shape for being 47 years old, only having some light wear marks from playing over the years. The neck is straight, frets are in...
    $15,000.00