FS/FT - Fretless 4 String Hambone HCB #009

[NoNoise]

Well, as much as I hate to do this, I have no use for a fretless bass currently. I had Hambone build me this bass with a custom Bonsai inlay. It is mahogany with a J-Retro in it, black hardware, and currently has Labella Deep Talkin' Bass strings on it. I will also throw in an extra pair of Labella Deep Talkin' bass strings, black nylon and brand new.

You can see the bass here:HCB #009
There's also a lot more info there.

It comes with a Musician's Friend Durafoam Shock Resistant Bass Case.

I could go with $700 and perhaps plus a little bit for shipping depending on where you live...So, PM me if you want to make an offer.

And if you want to trade, I am looking for a 5 string fretted bass such as a G&L L-2500 or Lakland 55-01 or MTD (Kingston) 5 or Precision 5 or the like. However, send me an offer for your 5 string, and I'll let you know.

I just want to also say this bass is worth way more than $700. However, I'm not looking to make anyone else pay more than what I paid, and even though I paid more than $700, I got some value out of playing it.

If you have any questions, you can always contact me, of course, or Hambone. He has offered to answer technical questions. He is a great luthier and has said that he will support this instrument for as long as it exists against problems. I am working with him now on another bass and definitely am going to work with him in the future. Like I said, I just can't use a fretless right now and can't afford and don't have the space for extra basses (NYC bound...).

Please let me know any questions you have.

Thanks for looking!

[west*coast*bass]

That is gorgeous! Good luck with the trade!!!

[jtlee]

Any interest in a trade for this TBC USA 5-String?
TBC (The Bass Company) USA 5-String - "Stingray" w/19mm spacing - SOLD!

[NoNoise]

Honestly, I want to see if a G&L, MTD, Precision, or Lakland pops up first. However, I will let you know if I decide to go with your TBC. Thanks!

[Infernal Affair]

Holy crap. I'm usually not into the whole boutique bass thing, but the body design along with everyone else is amazing. Love how the upper horn slopes. Free bump.

[ubado]

UMM...UMM... WOW!!!

Too bad I don't have any fretted 5 'vers

[jtlee]

Not a problem. I noticed that you have a Chinese TBC. The TBC USA is a totally different bass, just FYI. It's like a combo between a Stingray or G&L L1500 (34" scale/single pickup) and a Lakland/MTD (19mm spacing at the bridge).

Let me know...I've always admired that Hambone Fairlane and would love to give it a go. Thanks!

Originally Posted by mnolansoc

Honestly, I want to see if a G&L, MTD, Precision, or Lakland pops up first. However, I will let you know if I decide to go with your TBC. Thanks!

[bassman blue]

bump for an awesome luthier... allan's done some work for me in the past!

[JoshB]

post a price or I will close the thread. Please read the rules...

[NoNoise]

Originally Posted by jmb7183

post a price or I will close the thread. Please read the rules...

Okay. Selling was only an after thought. I'll name a price. Thanks.

[NoNoise]

Originally Posted by jtlee

Not a problem. I noticed that you have a Chinese TBC. The TBC USA is a totally different bass, just FYI. It's like a combo between a Stingray or G&L L1500 (34" scale/single pickup) and a Lakland/MTD (19mm spacing at the bridge).

Let me know...I've always admired that Hambone Fairlane and would love to give it a go. Thanks!

Thanks for the info. You're definitely not "out." I actually got rid of my TBC. I know the USA is so different, but I'm just not sure I want to get another one yet. I'm definitely thinking...

[NoNoise]

I've had a lot of good offers, but I still haven't decided on one. I have been wanting a 2 pup MTD Kingston for a while, and I am still open to Lakland 55-01's, Precision 5's, G&L L2500's, Warwick 5's OR you can just try me with you have.

[superbassman2000]

what an awesome bass...

As a proud owner of HCB Fairlane #005, I can definitly vouch for the quality of Hambone's basses. Like the OP said, the quality surpasses the price tag by a lot!!
plus hambone can answer just about any question you ask him--just try it

i would love to pick up this bass but i don't have anything to offer!

[pnchad]

for a nice bass. I'm just sayin'.

[Hambone]

Friday Bump

Folks, this is worth every penny that he's asking.

[bassmancai]

any chance you'd send this to the UK?

[NoNoise]

I don't see it being a problem as long as you cover at least most of the shipping. I would have to see how much it would cost, though. Can you PM me your address details so I can look into it? Thanks!

[ubado]

Four bangers seem to go S L O W...

Hot bass...

[toytech]

If I had not already bought or traded too many lately it would be mine, that is a sexy bass.

[SpankyPants]

Hambone Bump!

Stellar bass from a killer luthier!

This is a hella-deal! Nab it quickl!