20+ Basses for sale..I am in the process of thinning several members out my bass family(due to family projects and a increasing medical condition- severe diabetic neuropathy) You may PM me if you see any of interest( my Birdsongs are not available) on my bass page.. gear for sale link... http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale :bassist: :bassist:

Wow..... wow.

That's quite a lot of nice instruments you've got there.
And they are all for sale, all but the Birdsong instruments?

Sorry to hear about your condition. As a fellow diabetic, I can sympathize with that. Try to keep your blood glucose levels under tight control, and perhaps the progression can be arrested.

i would be interested in one of the ct's maybe...

You have some amazing basses there. I can see about five that I would snap up - if only I had the money... that Dingwall is gorgeous.

Sorry to hear about your neuropathy... there are some good treatments these days. Get locked in with a good neurologist and internist and you'll be kicking yourself for selling these instruments. Feel better!

Ari

I hope everything works out for you. If there is anything we can do, please ask.

What 5 string basses do you have? I would like to look them over.

i really like that modulus!

(I wish i had a job that paid a real-life amount of money!)

Best wishes to you my friend....

What 5 string basses do you have? I would like to look them over.

A NYC fodera and a Lecompte.

pm sent

Hi,

I would be interested in some details regarding the Fodera NYC 5 string. Could you e-mail me some details (a couple of pictures, brief description, and asking price)?

Hi there. INCREDIBLE! Thanks for a peep at heaven! And I send you all strong thoughts and vibes for to keep your neuropathy in check. Best of luck!

Best wishes to you my friend....

+1

Ben,

Prayers, good vibes and positive thoughts heading out to you!!

Best wishes to you my friend....
+ 2, brother bear....:hyper: :hyper: :hyper:

so sorry to hear about your condition and hope that you have success in fighting it.

i am interested in a CT of yours...the 4 string w/ the two soapbars.

zach

pm sent

Woooow that collection is amazing! I want to collect basses someday, right now in college its not really an option, but hopefully someday my house will look like that!

My prayers go out to you and your family, I hope everything turns out well for you.

Just out of curiosity, how long have you been collecting? That collection is so awesome it seems like it would take years with all the rare and custom basses you have!

My prayres are with you, please be encouraged remember,all things work together for good.....................................:cool:

Ben,

Prayers, good vibes and positive thoughts heading out to you!!



+1 , my Brother

Ctbass&Birdsongs bass family up for sale!!!
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Sorry to hear it brother. Best wishes and my prayers go out to you.

Good luck from a fellow Georgian. Hope things work out for you.

Wish I had the funds to make you an offer on some of those.

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thanks everyone for the kind words and wishes..please bear with me as to it may take a few days to respond to the PMs...I have been diabetic since 92 and have tried very diligently to control it, I have always been active and in decent shape but for the past 2 years, have been dealing with the neuropathy(nerve damage in the extremeties- hands and feet)..Drs say I shouldnt be walking but I am...but my hands are a different story...first there was exteme pain and now no feelings,,,imagine trying to play your bass with no feeling in both your hands and fingers and as time goes by ,it will progress up your arms...The Drs( I have been to several specialists) say it is ireversible , but I have no complaints, I have enjoyed bass since 72 and have had the opportunity to have had my hands on several unique instruments and now I plan to share some and enjoy other venues in life....I am thinking positive, have no regrets and enjoying my life with my kids!!!!:)

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No disrespect intended.. Admittedly, I didn't read the entire thread before I posted that. Just saw the title and thought it'd be funny knowing what a rabid player/collector you are. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

I have always enjoyed many interesting and crazy things,,,check out my bass page and my thread in basses " my bass family and still growing....." there will still be additions....so think positive !!!! I loved the photo...It made me think of the Eagles " when Hell freezes over"

Positive thoughts...I'm praying you win the lotto now.

My pockets aren't deep enough to participate, but having read your posts and seen your pics I can tell that this is tough. I hope everything works out okay with it and congrats for the positive outlook.

Positive thoughts...I'm praying you win the lotto now.

WE (Easter 100) WILL !!! ....and then we will start another group !!!! Think positive !!!!:hyper: :hyper:

Just out of curiosity, what is that P-looking thing on the wall in a glass case? Looks sweet!

Just out of curiosity, what is that P-looking thing on the wall in a glass case? Looks sweet!

It is a fender signed by Stanley Clarke, I am a very avid fan of his.....

Still replying to PMs , thanks for your patience and kind words!!!!

Still replying to PMs , thanks for your patience and kind words!!!!

I can vouch for that...he is working hard....the LeCompte is mine!

thanks everyone for the kind words and wishes..please bear with me as to it may take a few days to respond to the PMs...I have been diabetic since 92 and have tried very diligently to control it, I have always been active and in decent shape but for the past 2 years, have been dealing with the neuropathy(nerve damage in the extremeties- hands and feet)..Drs say I shouldnt be walking but I am...but my hands are a different story...first there was exteme pain and now no feelings,,,imagine trying to play your bass with no feeling in both your hands and fingers and as time goes by ,it will progress up your arms...The Drs( I have been to several specialists) say it is ireversible , but I have no complaints, I have enjoyed bass since 72 and have had the opportunity to have had my hands on several unique instruments and now I plan to share some and enjoy other venues in life....I am thinking positive, have no regrets and enjoying my life with my kids!!!!:)

CT,
I have always admired your collection, and I realize that your just trying to move some things here. However more important than bass is one's health, family and faith not necessarily in that order nevertheless, thanks for sharing some details of your condition, as a man of God and of faith, I am blessed to be a senior pastor, I will personally interceed on your behalf and ask the prayer team and the congregation to do the same.

God Speed

bro, my prayers are with you...

having said that...your lecompte is the money...i've been following that bass around since its completion...hasn't landed in my lap yet, but it's all good :D

I don't have the funds for one of your basses, but my prayers are with you.

lowsound

CT,
I have always admired your collection, and I realize that your just trying to move some things here. However more important than bass is one's health, family and faith not necessarily in that order nevertheless, thanks for sharing some details of your condition, as a man of God and of faith, I am blessed to be a senior pastor, I will personally interceed on your behalf and ask the prayer team and the congregation to do the same.

God Speed

I don't have the funds for one of your basses, but my prayers are with you.

lowsound

Thanks alot...so many positive thoughts...I appreciate them all!!!! I am thinking positive and am blessed!!!!

Sell the Birdsongs.

they are my kids favorites and some were made for them (cortobass 49,50 ) and after their mothers (Sadhana 10,20)..so there is sentimental value with some of them....

Sorry to hear it brother. Best wishes and my prayers go out to you.

+1.

Wish you the best and perhaps a slowing of your condition.

Ben, I hope all things turn out well for you...you are a great guy and truly blessed to have such a great support system in your family. Count on your bass family being here for you if you need us.

You have an awesome collection and some lucky players will take good care of your basses.

God bless, my brother!

Mark

Ben, I will sell you my soul for that Gretsch White Falcon!

Seriously, though, I hope everything turns out for the best. I'm positive they will!

my prayers are with you
Ben

If you win the Easter 100 you should use it on yourself man

Ben,
best of luck, you've given me some good advice on basses before. I've seen how much 'fun' diabetes can be(lots of it in my family), you'll be in my thoughts, and as a one in a million shot, I'm taking my last $10 bucks to the casino and hoping some magic happens so I can attempt at one of those basses.... anyways good luck, and rock on

I'm sending good thoughts your way. My mother had Diabetic Neuropathy for a long time. She was a gifted sculptor who found a path to continue working in her art via teaching. While I don't know you, from what I read I bet that you will find your own ways to prosper and continue to grow.

Peace,
S

That's a lot of nice basses. best of wishes to you and your family!

Ben - know that our thoughts, prayers, and every positive thought we can muster are with you.

For some reason I cannot access the page, it marks an error and close it, any advice?

For some reason I cannot access the page, it marks an error and close it, any advice?

It work well here with firefox, opera and konkeror.
What browser are you using?

I know it work well with IE also. You might have some problems with safari though...

Ben,

If you want to get rid of the Acoustic 370, please let me know....

And all our thoughts & prayers are with you....

Gary

For some reason I cannot access the page, it marks an error and close it, any advice?
I PMD YOU ANOTHER LINK...HOPE IT HELPS,,,
Ben,

If you want to get rid of the Acoustic 370, please let me know....

And all our thoughts & prayers are with you....

Gary

I have it posted on atlanta's craigs list...shipping is insane on this amp!!!!

Truly sorry to hear of your health problems. I wish you all the best and hope that stem cell research or some other medical miracle makes any diagnosis of "irreversible" a reversible thing. Diabetes is one of those diseases that will likely be totally extinguished with those kinds of medical advances in the next few years. Hang in there!

I would keep my very favorite basses in case this turns out to be the case.

Truly sorry to hear of your health problems. I wish you all the best and hope that stem cell research or some other medical miracle makes any diagnosis of "irreversible" a reversible thing. Diabetes is one of those diseases that will likely be totally extinguished with those kinds of medical advances in the next few years. Hang in there!

I would keep my very favorite basses in case this turns out to be the case.

I have a very special Birdsong in the planning that will be my last!!!! But I currently have 2 Birdsongs, 2 CTs, a Lecompte, Head guitar and a BassBilodeau in production for my Kids.... :)

I have a very special Birdsong in the planning that will be my last!!!!

Uh-huh, yep, no doubt.....the last. no more, that's it, last one. unless...... well maybe one more.

Im pretty new to diabetes, as i have had it only for a year, so can you explain me exactly what Diabetic Neuropathy is?

Im realy sorry to hear this though, you have some great basses, i hope everything works out for you..

Im pretty new to diabetes, as i have had it only for a year, so can you explain me exactly what Diabetic Neuropathy is?

Im realy sorry to hear this though, you have some great basses, i hope everything works out for you..

You have been PMd.....:)

Uh-huh, yep, no doubt.....the last. no more, that's it, last one. unless...... well maybe one more.

this will be THE ONE !!!!!! :)

I will agree with all the prayers going up around here for you.

Al

PM'd

:bassist:

how much for the dingwall and f-basses?

I will agree with all the prayers going up around here for you.

Al

:bassist:
+1

I've been a secret admirer of your bass collection for a couple of months now, and have visited your page countless times to refill my GAS tank every now and then. I never knew the answer to the famous question, "what would you do if you hit the lottery?", and after i first saw the easter 100, i knew exactly what i would do with alot of Cliff Bordwell's and Lecomptes :) . I wish that at 15, i'd have enough to buy one of your legendary basses, but even if i could buy one, i'd feel almost guilty taking them out of one of your lovely bass rooms. I love your ritter and the Birdsong Mesquito especially, and ive really grown an appreciation for Birdsong guitars. The best of luck to you and your families, and i think i'll be saying my first prayer in fifteen years for you.

My humble prayers go up for God's blessing in your situation. In my fight against another horrible disease, I personally know the peace that can only come from Him. Please allow me to pray in your behalf. As a bass brother, I send you my love...

I've been a secret admirer of your bass collection for a couple of months now, and have visited your page countless times to refill my GAS tank every now and then. I never knew the answer to the famous question, "what would you do if you hit the lottery?", and after i first saw the easter 100, i knew exactly what i would do with alot of Cliff Bordwell's and Lecomptes :) . I wish that at 15, i'd have enough to buy one of your legendary basses, but even if i could buy one, i'd feel almost guilty taking them out of one of your lovely bass rooms. I love your ritter and the Birdsong Mesquito especially, and ive really grown an appreciation for Birdsong guitars. The best of luck to you and your families, and i think i'll be saying my first prayer in fifteen years for you.

My humble prayers go up for God's blessing in your situation. In my fight against another horrible disease, I personally know the peace that can only come from Him. Please allow me to pray in your behalf. As a bass brother, I send you my love...
All of everyones comments are heartfelt and appreciated...I am truely blessed to have so much support and prayers outside my immediate family....My thanks go out to all of you!...but life goes on and we must think positive !!!!

Indeed! Life goes on.. and what a wonderful gift each day is. Let us live them with purpose. And again, my prayers for your well being. Here's to a wonderful day, and tomorrow, and etc.... many, many years of enjoying those beautiful basses, my friend. God bless.

thanks for all the PMs...they have been replied to....Hopefully ,within the next several days, I will have up a bass page with pics and prices for members of my bass family( thanks to Yvon -a fantastic TBer putting it together)...until then, please PM and I will Respond ASAP !!!!

Link to For Sale Bass Page Still under construction.... http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale :bassist: :bassist:

You have been added to my prayer list.

RJM

I am deeply saddened to hear of your condition. I know what its like to love the bass and not be able to play it as much as you would like. "Arthur" has been limiting my finger dexterity over the years. And, as a newly diagnosed diabetic (three months now) I am still trying to get my my fingers to deal with the 4/5 times a day testing.

I want to say to you brother: "Fight the good Fight" And, heed the words of the previous TB'er and MD. Don't give up just because ur doctors say things are irreversable. Anything is possible.

My best for your prognosis

-"D"

God bless, Ben. Hope everything works out. A lot of beautiful basses you've got. You're sure to make a whole lot of bassists very happy. And spreading the joy is what it's all about.

Ben

All the best for your health. Hold on. I am sending you a PM for the Super J

FRB

wow i had no idea why you were 'thinning the heard' when i saw your ad on bassgear...keep your positive attitude and smile more often than you don't.

Bump for updated prices in my For Sale Bass page 1111:) ... the link is in my signature...

Just shy of $41,000 in sale prices! :eek:

I hope for the best for you with your condition- I've worked with children who have advanced cases of it in the past. Best of luck!

Heya mate,
just read about your condition, I'm diabetic too and some time back started getting the on-set of retinopathy. I pulled my head in and knuckled down on my control and it would seem the degeneration has stopped, and even slightly reversed. Please look after yourself for you and your families sake, diabetes is a bugger of a condition (as if you weren't aware!)
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Dan

Heya mate,
just read about your condition, I'm diabetic too and some time back started getting the on-set of retinopathy. I pulled my head in and knuckled down on my control and it would seem the degeneration has stopped, and even slightly reversed. Please look after yourself for you and your families sake, diabetes is a bugger of a condition (as if you weren't aware!)
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Dan

thanks for the kind thoughts and prayers...I do try very hard to control the diabetes and the drs say I am doing everything right, but the numbers are across the board....and I am using all sorts of therapy for my hands and feet...:)

I remember I 've visited your page many times just surfing the net a lot of time ago,And my chin was Rubbing the earth
For the wonder (/and a little Touch of jeaulosy i Shamely admitt).
It's really a pity you have to part with those beauties,a true bass lover as You deserve To keep all those jewels.

I Wish You all the "bass-t" ,Hoping You''ll Start SOON Your collection from scratch !! :-) :-)
Going to refresh my eyes with your page now..

I have still acquired a few new family members (just this week..alembic stanley clarke brown bass and a Ribbecke halfing...we will refine the collection to the specific ones my kids want to hold onto..so there will be some leaving, some coming and I will enjoy my kids enjoying them!!!!:bassist:

62533 20+ Basses for sale !!

62534 http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale Sale Page has been updated...Take a look !!! :ninja:

You have my hope that things will get better.

Boy, I sure would like to have that Ritter. A little out of my price range though. Awesome collection of Basses.

I've always wanted an Alembic. Is this a volume, blend filter preamp? That Wav 4 is tempting as well.

The LeCompte SS SC5 rocked The Catholic Mass this morning, Thanks to Ben.

The LeCompte SS SC5 rocked The Catholic Mass this morning, Thanks to Ben.

congrats on the new bass!!
That Lecompte look really good.

I'll sell you my soul for your Ritter.








I'm not even kidding.

bump for 20+ basses for sale here is the lim=nk... http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale lots to look at !!!!

My older brother who inspired me to take up bass Is a former Diabetic (tranplant recipiant) who suffers with the same condition. He still plays albeit not often (no longer playing out) I will pray for you and hope that you get top $ for some beautiful basses. It sounds funny but a few years ago I had to sell off my basses and music gear to cover my daughter medical bills.... It actually felt really good

Wish you all the best with managing and beating this condition.....its a nice collection and good luck with the sale!
Cheers,
Mitch

Alembic Sold -goes to Montreal,,,, see whats left...20+ basses http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale :bassist:

Alembic Sold -goes to Montreal,,,, see whats left...20+ basses http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale :bassist:

:bassist:

Ben, If you don't mind my asking, how did you come to aquire all of the incredible basses?

Grant

Ben, If you don't mind my asking, how did you come to aquire all of the incredible basses?

Grant

I have worked all my life full time, saved, invested and have been blessed....:)

Alembic Sold -goes to Montreal,,,, see whats left...20+ basses http://ctbass.birdsong.googlepages.com/forsale :bassist:

weekend bump...:bassist:

I have worked all my life full time, saved, invested and have been blessed....:)


You seem like a rare soul with a huge heart. I wish the best for you during this time.

You seem like a rare soul with a huge heart. I wish the best for you during this time.

thanks...i am thinking positive and am blessed with the support of friends and family....:)

I am starting a New thread so the 1st post has a link to the For sale site to make it easiier to find...thanks everyone for all the kind words and support......:)

All of everyones comments are heartfelt and appreciated...I am truely blessed to have so much support and prayers outside my immediate family....My thanks go out to all of you!...but life goes on and we must think positive !!!!


Absolutely, everything will be fine! I hope you sell the basses soon

In the future, only one FS thread please. Closed.