F.S. Washburn XB 925 -- like new -- price reduced

eljugador · #1 01-15-2007, 02:19 PM

Hello,

Several years ago, I decided I should learn to play bass. I forget which band I was watching, but the bass player looked to be having a grand old time and it looked much easier than playing lead guitar. Since I had a friend that worked at a local music shop at the time who was willing to give me a "bro deal" I decided to get a quality instrument instead of a beginner's instrument.

A few months later, I realized that playing bass was harder than it looked and my contribution to the music world should be as an audience member. However, I've hung on to the instrument thinking I would someday take it up again. That day isn't coming and it seems a total waste for something this nice to continue collecting dust. While it does look great hanging on my living room wall -- and it is still in mint condition -- it deserves more.

It is a Washburn XB 925 SN 9608206. It has a satin finish which sort of looks like it has no finish at all. This is a very good looking bass. The body is Swamp Ash with a bird's eye maple top (at least I think that's what it is). Additional specs:

Neck Type: 3 piece maple (bolt on)
Fingerboard: Fretted rosewood
Finish Satin, natural finish
Pickups: 2 Bartolini Soapbars, active with onboard preamp
Controls: volume, mid, bass, high, ultra mid

Made in Chicago

Comes with Washburn Hard case + any other bass related odds and ends I find (strap, etc.).

Asking $750 shipped anywhere in the US.

Since I don't play any longer, I'm not interested in trades.

Thanks much.

eljugador · #2 01-16-2007, 12:15 PM

After reading elsewhere on this forum how awesome Washburns are but how no one will buy them used because they aren't well known enough.

mr sprocket · #3 01-16-2007, 01:19 PM

Is that a set in or bolt on neck?

I agree with Washburns not being well known. I have several that I play and love.

eljugador · #4 01-16-2007, 09:07 PM

Not sure. How does one tell?

msherman · #5 01-17-2007, 10:59 AM

The XB series were bolt on neck. That appears to be a Birdseye Maple top.

eljugador · #6 01-17-2007, 11:08 AM

Thanks. Will edit the post.

eljugador · #7 01-22-2007, 01:44 PM

DWBass · #8 01-22-2007, 02:45 PM

Damn, too bad this didn't show up last year when I was looking for one! I played one in a music store once and I really like the feel. Nice low action too! I just can't swing it at this time!

Bump for a well made, USA made bass!

eljugador · #9 01-26-2007, 11:26 AM

eljugador · #10 02-02-2007, 01:00 PM

CanadianBass48 · #11 02-02-2007, 04:41 PM

Bump for washburn basses. I got a cheaper made in Korea but she plays just fine. I would love to try out a USA made Washburn. It look killer.

eljugador · #12 02-06-2007, 05:53 PM

emjazz · #13 02-06-2007, 06:44 PM

Just a nod to a really great bass. These were kind of swept under the rug and overlooked but they're really wonderful basses.

eljugador · #14 02-14-2007, 10:58 PM

Thanks. I am amazed at how many mesages I'm getting saying what a great bass this is and how few I'm getting saying they are interested in buying this great instrument. It is beginning to feel sad and unwanted.

ConspiracyBass · #15 02-15-2007, 02:03 AM

I hate you for posting this! Haha.

Anyone willing to give me 800 bucks? No? ****.

sincity · #16 02-15-2007, 10:30 AM

Would you happen to know the string spacing at the nut and bridge?

Thanks

eljugador · #17 02-15-2007, 10:45 AM

No. The person who designed this bass is on this forum and I can ask.

eljugador · #18 03-06-2007, 09:10 AM

eljugador · #19 03-10-2007, 06:25 PM

<<------ I'm so sad and lonely. Take me away.

songwriter21 · #20 03-15-2007, 11:26 AM

Is your Washburn XB925 still for sale?