FS/FT Feeler: Gretsch 6072 HollowBody Bass

[patrickshofner]

SOLD



Let me preface this ad with the following: I LOVE this bass. It's so sick and has a vibe that absolutely cannot be replicated (at least IME). HOWEVER, I'm not currently playing out in any capacity and I would like to move forward in other areas of life. A chunk of change like this would certainly help me do that.

I acquired this bass a few weeks ago from a TB'er. It's in great shape, and the only imperfections that I've noticed are some scuff marks around the controls and a touch in the finish on the headstock. Sounds marvelous and like I said, this bass cops a vibe that you won't find elsewhere. Has an additional strap button installed at the neck heel that allows for very good balance. Comes with the OHSC which is also in pretty good condition.

So, I'm thinking $1,200 shipped in the lower 48. OR maybe a trade for a Ric. There's not much else that's going to tempt me right now. I'm very much on the fence about letting this go, so I'm reserving the right to pull the ad.

See more pics at http://s50.photobucket.com/albums/f3...retsch%206072/

[madbassplaya]

beautiful bass!

[gm2_in_co]

Gorgeous! F holes real or painted?

[patrickshofner]

Originally Posted by gm2_in_co

Gorgeous! F holes real or painted?

they're real.

[Luckie]

Hows the balance?

[patrickshofner]

Originally Posted by Luckie

Hows the balance?

when using the strap pin @ the neck heel, it balances quite nicely. No noticeable neck dive IME.

[ridgeback]

stunning bass..gretch guitar/bass very well made and sound just class..good friend of mine has on old 6120 and it just rocks..

[patrickshofner]

probably my first and only bump for this one.

[gm2_in_co]

When was this made? I'm not seeing much about reissues.

[patrickshofner]

For those interested, this bass was made in December of 2004.

[patrickshofner]

After quite thinking on it for a few days I think I'm ready to let this one go. If you'd like to make an offer, feel free. Trade interests would be just about anything of equal value that has somewhat of a traditional styling.

[cubanz]

I have more basses than I probably should and have only lusted for an original Tobias... until now. But I've never seen the back of one of these until now. Just for informational purposes, what is the snapped on leather(?) circle on the back? What does it cover? That's not covering an actual hole in the body is it? Just curious. Thanks

[patrickshofner]

That is actually an imitation(?) leather pad that's in place to prevent buckle rash. There are no holes in the back under the pad, but the buttons are riveted in.

To clarify, this bass is Japanese just like the current high end models, including the White Falcon.

[cubanz]

that's what must make it a Gentleman.

I Googled around trying to figure it out and didn't get much info. that's one interestingly bizarre idea/feature. thanks

[patrickshofner]

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[Dark Horse]

"This bass is killing me" bump

[the art guy]

Originally Posted by Dark Horse

"This bass is killing me" bump

yeah- what he said. this bass represents EXACTLY what i'm looking for in a bass right now, but is just too far out of my price range.....really wish i could take it from you.

[patrickshofner]

thanks guys. this will probably be my last bump. if she doesn't sell in the next day or two i will just consider it a sign that i need to keep this one around!

[smo]

What scale is it?

What's the weight like?

[patrickshofner]

this is full 34'' scale. i'll get a weight for you this evening, but i'd guess around 7ish lbs.