Nylon String SF2 Fretless BassI started this instrument a few years back with the intention of keeping it for myself. I got caught up in some other paying projects so this bass went on the back burner. I decided I wanted something else for my personal bass so eventually this project was taken off the stove all together. When I moved my shop I came across this body again and rediscovered just how resonant it is (and how beautiful the figure is). I've been keeping it in the back of my mind for a few weeks and finally decided to make it available.
SF2 Full Hollow Body ($2100)
33' Scale Nylon 4 String
Lightly Carved California Claro Walnut Burl Top ($200)
Lightly Carved ($150) California Claro Walnut Flame Back ($200)
B/W/B bound top ($200) and back ($200)
3-piece Hard Ash body frame (painted solid black)
Polyester Body Finish
5-piece Neck - Flame Maple/Wenge
Fretless Ebony Fingerboard w/12' Radius
Wide 1 3/4' Throat
24 Maple Fretlines
Your Choice of Neck Carve
2 Way Truss Rod
Your Choice Side/Face Dots
Polyester Body Finish
Your Choice Chrome or Gold Hardware
Gotoh 510 Tuners
Ebony Bridge, FB Binding ($100), Headcap, Heelcap w/Maple Veneers/Purfling
Your Choice Acoustic Pickup(s) in Bridge (Optional Synth Access)
Final weight should be around 8 pounds.
If someone were to contact me today and price out this instrument the total quote would be $3150 plus shipping. I paid over $400 for the top and back wood for this instrument alone. Because I have already started this instrument and the options are limited I will discount the price. This is a very rare opportunity for a short wait, deep discount, double bookmatched top/back, and my only 'full hollow' instrument ever.
This bass will be finished after my current run of customer guitars. The price will be $2600 with shipping and gig bag included. Wait time should be roughly 2-3 months from the date I receive a $1000 down payment. I can accept credit cards via Paypal or checks via mail. I'm at a point where some custom options like neck carve, hardware, and electronics can still be chosen so contact me now if you are interested in this bass.