The Last Bass Outpost

Ah, I read it as 6k not just 6!  You're right, it's not the magnets.

Quote from: Denis on December 16, 2013, 11:11:39 AM
On their own they registered 6.15-6.3 ohms but produce almost no sound.

To me it sounds like they've become demagnetized.  If they aren't potted maybe all you need are new magnets?

Quote from: Blackbird on December 02, 2013, 01:40:12 PM
For just 1100$ upcharge too

No, that's for the limited edition collectable inlay.

The EB may look old school but it's definitely a modern sounding bass.  I rather like the cream one I just picked up, unfilled grain and all.  My only quibble is the neck is a bit wide for my tastes (much prefer the Tbird neck) but I can certainly live with it.  That red one above is a beauty but I find that 12th fret anniversary inlay actually detracts from its understated looks.

And speaking of Tbirds, I'm still doing my happy dance for my closeout bargain.  All the more sweet since MF has the 2014s at 2K!

Wow, it's not just the Tbirds, almost all the bass models are deeply discounted.  I just impulsively snagged a Tbird and a cream EB for the same price as just a Tbird is going for everywhere else.  If I had more money I would also get a cherry Midtown for $780 or a NR for $720.

Quote from: uwe on May 23, 2013, 08:36:06 AM
Like an 18 year-old bass player would like a TBird to sound!

I was 18 once, not that I remember a whole lot about it.

I do remember I was playing a P bass with those newfangled 'copper' round wounds through a Guild Thunderbass tube amp with all the knobs maxed and a sealed 2x15.   So who am I to judge a 18 yo's pursuit of tone?  More power to them!

Granny, what's with the trapeze tailpiece?  Is it so you can get the string wrap off the saddles?  I like it in a very retro way.

Agreed.  For a preamp in a inexpensive bass it ain't bad at all.

Quote from: uwe on May 15, 2013, 05:46:04 AM
Is that a Goth or a Nikki Sixx Signature TBird or a regular Epi in black or a Classic Pro? 

That's the Pro, non-Classic active model.  I bought it on a whim, well, just because you can't have too many birds.
 

The trip wasn't a total waste.  I did pick this up for 250.



It's now on my 'wall-of-black'.

Here's a couple of shots of the neck issues.  Evidently it's not a Triumph but an older Les Paul.  I still like it, high action and all, but not 1.7K worth.  I tried talking them down but they wouldn't budge.

I get the distinct impression this store threw a dart at the 'vintage pricing' dartboard, hit 'early 70's Gibson'  and came up with 1.7K.  They really don't have a clue what they have or what it's really worth.  Also, I'm still internally debating whether I want a problem child even if I can get it cheap enough. 

I actually played it for about an hour and the neck has indeed moved in its joint.  The finger board has a 1/16" gap from the body and the neck heel has clearly shifted upward too.  I don't know how long it's been like this but it probably explains why it's in such good shape.  I may go back and see if they'll let me play with the truss and bridge and try to get the action acceptable.  I'm not hopeful at this point though.  I will say it is an amazing sounding bass and a bonus for us short scale lovers.  Thanks for all your help!  I knew I could get the straight scoop here.

My local shop has a Triumph bass on it's wall.  I checked it out and it seems in surprisingly good shape for it's age.  All electronics are original and it even has the bridge cover and case.  A few nicks and dings but nothing of importance.  However, the one big 'but' is it needs a neck reset.  You can see it lifting and the action is a mile high.  I know nothing about such things.  Is this a big deal?  What would this cost?  They are asking $1.7k but I suspect they are very flexible and unfortunately I've taken a shine to that little beastie!

If it's a Fender style make sure it's wound correctly on the post to ensure a good break angle.