Members Ballfuzz Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I've been looking at theses for awhile now and just lost an auction on ebay for a Kramer 7000. Were the 80's Kramer and Charvel basses any good? Are there any other basses under the 400$ price range from the 80's worth looking at? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rippin' Robin Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 Look for Ibanez Roadstar or Musician basses, especially the top-level models like the 800 series. Really nice Japanse craftsmanship. Great basses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Incubitabus Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I've been looking at theses for awhile now and just lost an auction on ebay for a Kramer 7000.Were the 80's Kramer and Charvel basses any good? Are there any other basses under the 400$ price range from the 80's worth looking at? Thanks! Peavey T-40's are very highly regarded around here, and they can regularly be found in various conditions on eBay for less than $300. As far as Kramers and Charvels go, I have yet to see one that has held up well over the years, where as I have played a handful of very nice T-40's. You might also look into Japanese Fenders, as those will float around the $400 price range, depending on condition and setup. Why the affinity for 80's basses? Starting a cover/tribute band? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SB900LE Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 Kramer Pioneer basses are very sweet. Very nice necks -- their best feature! They still bring a good price $300+ from what I've seen. (I watch for them). I have seen Kramer Berettas on eBay; I understand they're not as nice but have never touched one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ballfuzz Posted July 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 Peavey T-40's are very highly regarded around here, and they can regularly be found in various conditions on eBay for less than $300. As far as Kramers and Charvels go, I have yet to see one that has held up well over the years, where as I have played a handful of very nice T-40's.You might also look into Japanese Fenders, as those will float around the $400 price range, depending on condition and setup.Why the affinity for 80's basses? Starting a cover/tribute band? Cool! Thanks The reason for the 80's is because I believe that the new Kramer's and Charvel's are very cheap. From what I had heard, the ones to find were the made in Japan versions from the 80's. I'll check out those peavey's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ezstep Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I have always wanted a 1980's Kramer w/aluminum neck, "V" headstock. I have never been interested in any of their other basses. Weird, I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T. Alan Smith Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 The bass I learned on was a Charvel Model 1 from the late 80's/early 90's...basically, a P with a pointy headstock. Great simplicity & quality. It was my friend's bass. Eventually, he wanted it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Super Bass Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 Kramer Pioneer basses are very sweet. Very nice necks -- their best feature! They still bring a good price $300+ from what I've seen. (I watch for them). I have seen Kramer Berettas on eBay; I understand they're not as nice but have never touched one. I was thinking about buying this one from Chris' Guitars but I don't like that horrible stain/colouration in the wood around the control cavity. Its the only thing that put me off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RSBro Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I have a 1988 Charvel 3B bass, neck through w/ upgraded EMGs and in firecrackle finish. Brings the thunder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SB900LE Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I was thinking about buying this one from Chris' Guitars but I don't like that horrible stain/colouration in the wood around the control cavity. Its the only thing that put me off. Agreed. What the heck is that black swirl {censored}? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SB900LE Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I have always wanted a 1980's Kramer w/aluminum neck, "V" headstock. I have never been interested in any of their other basses. Weird, I know. I have one of these X-Ray basses (in sky blue color; a.k.a. Carolina blue): Made by Vaccaro based on the old Kramer neck/headstock design; neck has been improved, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bnyswonger Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I never played a Charvel, but I love the way these look - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fretless Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I never played a Charvel, but I love the way these look - yeah the surfcaster is killer , I like the MIJ Kramer Focus series , really fine instruments made by ESP , I have a geetar and it is really sweet . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ballfuzz Posted July 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 yeah the surfcaster is killer , I like the MIJ Kramer Focus series , really fine instruments made by ESP , I have a geetar and it is really sweet . I'm receiving a Kramer Focus 6000 this week. Can't wait. I lost the auction for a baby blue Kramer Focus 7000 bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fretless Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I'm receiving a Kramer Focus 6000 this week. Can't wait. I lost the auction for a baby blue Kramer Focus 7000 bass Cool , pics when you get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ballfuzz Posted July 24, 2007 Author Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 Cool , pics when you get it No doubt! Will be up in the electric guitar forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members txbass68 Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 I have owned 2 80's model Charvels. I like them both, they played great. As a matter of fact, I just sold one, wish I would have seen your add. I sold fairly cheap. ChrisStingrayGK Backline 600Hartke 410 and 115 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SB900LE Posted July 24, 2007 Members Share Posted July 24, 2007 Well dang if there isn't a Kramer Pioneer on ebay now. And dang if it isn't a pretty as hell one too. And unique. That is a piece of gear that I would like to acquire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ballfuzz Posted July 25, 2007 Author Members Share Posted July 25, 2007 I have owned 2 80's model Charvels. I like them both, they played great. As a matter of fact, I just sold one, wish I would have seen your add. I sold fairly cheap. Chris Stingray GK Backline 600 Hartke 410 and 115 That's a kick to the face heheh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ThrashmetalErik Posted July 25, 2007 Members Share Posted July 25, 2007 I love those:thu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Kingmike Posted February 14, 2013 Members Share Posted February 14, 2013 Charvels are great,as well as kramers..but they always need pup replacement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members chunky-b Posted February 14, 2013 Members Share Posted February 14, 2013 Kingmike wrote: Charvels are great,as well as kramers..but they always need pup replacement Wow. Only 3 years on this necromancy!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members schecterdiamondc4user1 Posted March 7, 2013 Members Share Posted March 7, 2013 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Charvel-SURFCASTER-Bass-Case-LOOK-/330882310482?pt=Guitar&hash=item4d0a1f6152 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Darkstorm Posted March 22, 2013 Members Share Posted March 22, 2013 The charvels where nice. The kramers of the 80's had a habbit for ahwile of the nuts breaking very easy. The ealrier aluminum neck versions where very uncomfortable playing in hot or cold weather since the metal absorbed the heat and cold quite easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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