Members vicenzajay Posted March 14, 2010 Members Share Posted March 14, 2010 Okay - after 6-7 years of trying out oodles of basses (and tons of other gear), I am in the phase of winnowing down everything I own music-related to what I am actually using. I've had numerous other for-sale threads in the other forums as well...and there will be more. Bass was my first instrument - have been playing for well over 20 years, and I'm still fortunate enough to be actively gigging at my age. Thus it is going to be really hard to let some of these instruments go. Nevertheless, I have too many instruments, and some hard choices had to be made. This bass was made by Nino of Valenti basses for Steve Poon ("Poon" over on Talkbass). The control layout was designed by Steve and Nino together and formed the template for several more of Nino's creations. Let me just say that Nino is an AWESOME bass-builder and great all-around guy - he has been a class act for every single person with whom he comes in contact. This instrument was quite the "talk" of Talkbass when it came out, and here is the link to Steve's review of the bass (quite thorough): http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=199550 Here are the Specs of the bass as well: Specs: Swamp Ash Body Flamed Maple top with black accent line (the accent line is no longer offered as an option by Nino) Maple neck with Ebony fretboard Abalone Dots Aguilar OBP-3 Nordstrand Dual Coil Pickups Black Hardware HipShot A Style Bridge HipShot UltraLite Tuning Gears Contoured heel for easier access to the upper frets Schaller Straplocks Note - the bass is strung with Sadowsky blue label steel strings. Bottom line is that this bass is LOADED with top options/hardware/pickups/etc. and would cost well over 2 grand new from Nino (please contact him directly if you'd like a quote - I HIGHLY recommend his instruments and he will never fail to impress!). The condition of the bass is exactly as I received it from Steve Poon about four years ago. It was sold to me as "mint" - and I have not put a single mark on it. I am ULTRA anal retentive about my instruments and gear - this instrument has had at least 20 coats of polish put on the finish, and it has been kept incredibly clean. Having said that, I am (as I said) very particular, and I did find a few marks on the bass four years ago when it arrived. There is a very light indentation on the headstock near the tuner for the 4th string. It did not come through on the headstock photo. There are some very light finish swirls if you get down to with a couple of inches from the finish and get the light just right - completely un-photographable. There is a small rubbed section on the "u" of the truss rod cavity access. That's it - other than that this is perfect - a VERY fast custom-radiused neck that has to be felt to be believed. Fretwork is in great condition. It comes in a black gigbag that fits it very nicely. I'm going to take a hit on this for price, new (lowered) price of $1400. That does not include shipping, but I won't charge more than actual shipping/insurance in addition to that price. This price does not include fees, so if you need to use Paypal, please pm and we'll discuss. On to the pictures: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted March 15, 2010 Author Members Share Posted March 15, 2010 Update - already have a couple of folks writing me on the craigslist ad for this bass. If you're interested, might want to let me know quickly as I don't think this will be around for long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members -Juggernaut- Posted March 15, 2010 Members Share Posted March 15, 2010 Wow, BEAUTIFUL bass.... wish I had the cash. Good Luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted March 23, 2010 Author Members Share Posted March 23, 2010 Wow, BEAUTIFUL bass.... wish I had the cash. Good Luck. For the compliment! Bump on this one, folks - got two people actively emailing about this instrument on Craigslist...if you're interested, please let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members engage757 Posted March 23, 2010 Members Share Posted March 23, 2010 Nino's basses are amazing. poor man's Sadowsky. I wish I had the cash available right now!If you decide to accept trades please let me know!this one is stunning. free bump! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members engage757 Posted March 23, 2010 Members Share Posted March 23, 2010 btw, is the neck finished on this one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted March 23, 2010 Author Members Share Posted March 23, 2010 btw, is the neck finished on this one? The neck is not finished (or, actually, is done in a "satin" finish). If you read Steve Poon's talkbass threads on this bass, the neck was (after the purchase) custom carved by a notable luthier to radius the neck like a Sadowsky flatter profile. The satin-finishing was preserved in the process. It is, no kidding, like butter on the hands to play. Very fast, smooth, and (if it makes sense) "a well-finished woody feel". Here's another photo of the bass in action (stage lighting was darker, so there you have it). This is just 10 days ago: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tubewatts Posted March 25, 2010 Members Share Posted March 25, 2010 Interested in trading for a Fender 400PS? All tube, point to point wiring, completely original and in great cosmetic condition. Just got it retubed as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted March 26, 2010 Author Members Share Posted March 26, 2010 Tubewatts, That's a great offer - very nice amp! I am, however, set for amps at this point, and I'm trying really hard to curb the GAS and sell things that are not being used. Thanks in any case!Jay bump for the bass, folks - got one guy in Seattle who is kicking the tires....let me know if you're interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted March 29, 2010 Author Members Share Posted March 29, 2010 This is still available, folks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted April 1, 2010 Author Members Share Posted April 1, 2010 Can't believe this is still available....but it is. Great price on a landmark Valenti. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted November 11, 2010 Author Members Share Posted November 11, 2010 Still on the block folks - haven't bumped this thread since April....hard to believe. Dropping the price to $1450 plus shipping...does not include payment fees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted November 17, 2010 Author Members Share Posted November 17, 2010 bump as promised on the other thread.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members engage757 Posted November 23, 2010 Members Share Posted November 23, 2010 bump for the nicest bass on here... wish I had the scratch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted December 3, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 3, 2010 Thanks, engage, for the bump! Dropping the price on this to $1425, folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted January 2, 2011 Author Members Share Posted January 2, 2011 Still available - really one of the best buys on the forums here. I know the economy is terrible, but this bass will hold its value for years to come. A minty Valenti for $1425....pretty hard to beat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted January 16, 2011 Author Members Share Posted January 16, 2011 back up....need to sell this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted February 20, 2011 Author Members Share Posted February 20, 2011 Still on the block... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted April 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted April 13, 2011 Open to reasonable offers on this instrument. Reasonable meaning something within the ballpark of what I'm asking and what the instrument's worth. Cheers!Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted April 21, 2011 Author Members Share Posted April 21, 2011 Yep - it's STILL available. The "Poon" bass by Nino Valenti....come and get it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Lucas Goudie Posted April 22, 2011 Members Share Posted April 22, 2011 I thought it was going to be a vagina bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted May 1, 2011 Author Members Share Posted May 1, 2011 bump this one back up, folks. @ Lucas - bass was originally made for Steve Poon, then a LA area bassist. It was dubbed the "Poon" bass by the Talkbass crowd when made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted June 21, 2011 Author Members Share Posted June 21, 2011 back to the top - going to craigslist today as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vicenzajay Posted July 9, 2011 Author Members Share Posted July 9, 2011 Pm returned - maybe this bass will be headed down under... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members engage757 Posted July 12, 2011 Members Share Posted July 12, 2011 cant believe this is still here. further proves that people only buy a name. For those who don't know, Nino works for SADOWSKY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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