Got my sights on an AFB-200

Pilgrim · April 23, 2019, 11:14:40 AM

This one is local, and I'm hoping to make a deal on it this week.

Ibanez AFB-200, 30.3" scale, black burst, described as like new and looks it.

Had one of these in mind for a couple of years, comes with case at the right price.

Rob · April 23, 2019, 12:57:51 PM

I have always thought those were underrated. Good luck!

Pilgrim · April 25, 2019, 02:11:42 PM

Should pick it up in Boulder at 10 tomorrow AM. Will follow up with more pictures.

Dave W · April 25, 2019, 07:24:16 PM

Very Gretsch-like. I can see why you would like it.

Pilgrim · April 25, 2019, 07:54:36 PM

Quote from: Dave W on April 25, 2019, 07:24:16 PM
Very Gretsch-like. I can see why you would like it.

Accurate analysis by Dave. I can't deny it.

Pilgrim · April 27, 2019, 01:59:35 PM

Nice bass! Came with original case and shows little wear. Has original roundwounds on it, so they're pretty dead - exactly what I like in rounds, but it will be getting flats.

I realized that this is a true short scale - my Gretsch 5123 and Dean Cabbie are both 32" scale. The shorter neck enhances balance.

ajkula66 · April 27, 2019, 06:14:06 PM

Nice catch. I've been interested in trying out one of these, but haven't had any luck in doing so for now.

Play it in good health and enjoy!

Pilgrim · April 28, 2019, 02:40:14 PM

Very easy playing bass, and the sound has character and depth. I'm happy!

Rob · April 28, 2019, 08:00:30 PM

How wide is the lower bout of the body?

Pilgrim · May 02, 2019, 09:33:57 AM

I'll have to get another picture - last night I installed D'Addario tapewounds on the Ibanez and they are really a nice string for that application. Doesn't hurt that they look kinda cool with black strings on a black bass.

Rob · May 02, 2019, 05:09:44 PM

Please get a shot of the bridge too.