Charles ORR Fretless Custom Shop Bass $1775 + Shipping Continental USA 
About This Bass This bass is not for everyone. Chances are that if you have never lusted after a Lull, early Alebic or other Custom Shop Bass, you would not appreciate this bass. 
Charles ORR was a micro botque builder in the 70s and 80s. He built unique freeform styling before it was imitated by later luthiers.
It is estimated that he only made 6 basses during his career - this may be his only fretless.
Information Links on Charles Orr
http://prince.org/msg/5/234574?pr http://www.youtube.com/v/Q0NnwNOKgmA..._embedded&fs=1 http://www.youtube.com/v/--oRtwi5Ie8..._embedded&fs=1
You can order a documentry on Orr at the following Link
http://deepfreezevideo.com/orr.html I want you to be happy with your new gear. If it helps you, we can talk on the phone for a few minutes. ================================================== ========================== General Information I am the not the original owner of this bass. The bass appears to have very limited playing. The original tuners have been replaced with enclosed tuners. The ORR created bridge is original. If you have considered owning a 5 String but did not like the cookie cutter botique design everyone has - this may be your option. This is a very unique looking bass. Model Custom Fretless Country USA Color Transparent Hardware Gold Plated Neck Neck Through Electronics Active High A Case Leather Gig Bag Modifications Enclosed Tuners Inlay Oval Pearl 
Neck, Action and Intonation ORRs were known to have a unique squarish neck. At first it's a different feel, after becoming aclimated - it's easy to play. This is a very sleek and unique neck. This stays in tune and is very balanced up the neck. This has moderate action ideal for heavier strings. Before shipping, the bridge will be strobe tuned with new strings installed.
If I were keeping this bass, I'd consider moving it to an anvil case.
Finish Notes Being an antique collector, I avoid any synthetic polishes. I do not play hard or with a pick. To avoid "buckle rash" I do not wear a belt.
This has a natural Laquer finish with apprriate crazing.
The bass is wiped down with a microfiber cloth after use. Periodically Lemon oil is applied to the fretboards.
The body and headstock have vintage patina.
Sound and Tone The nearest tone that can be attributed to the Active High A circuitry is an early active Alembic. 
Electronics This has a vintage active circuitry. Before shipping, the pots will be cleaned. 
Condition This guitar is a vintage botique and has remained in a climate controlled environment. This guitar is used and is years old. The hardware and body both have vintage patina. Please expect it to not be factory perfect. The hardware is shiny from 5 feet and has slight visible wear. I do not use stands and for the best of my knowledge has not been dropped. Overall is a great playng and sounding bass. ================================================== ========================== Shipping You will receive the guitar wrapped in a appropriate industrial packaging materials. You will have the option of preimum hadnling via Greyhound OR Standard handling via Fedex Ground… If you have specific shipping requests I am willing to deliver to an UPS store. Insurance costs are not included and your responsibility. Greyhound has the best handling in the transport business, they charge about $50 to transport a guitar - claims are limited to $300 with them.. Please allow a week for handling. Cases There are several cases listed on Talkbass.com. This comes with a leather gig bag. Capitol Guitars will sell a gig bag for an aditional cost. Please let me know if you would like one. Location and 3rd Party Inspection The guitar is hanging on the consignment area of Capitol Guitars in St. Paul Minnesota you are welcome to visit and play them. If you are a longer distance away, Capitol Guitars will work with you on a 3rd party inspection. Payment Paypal is preferred for speed and accuracy. Please include the make/model in both the subject and notes box on your paypal transaction. Trades and Wishlist Please PM me if you have any reasonable trades. To make things fair, I can trade multiple things for one of yours OR include cash/paypal. I’m looking for the following.- Micro Head (small low cost power amplifier)
- Crate Power Block
- USA Manufactured Basses
- Active Direct Boxes
- USA Telecaster
- Hollow Body Basses
- Quality Straps
- Strings
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