FS/FT Kenneth Lawrence Instruments ChamberBrase II 5 / 33, Blue Fibre Optics!!!!!!!!!

[portraitoftracy]

I have to stick with 35 inch scale unfortunately, but without a doubt this is the most well constructed, beautiful sounding and playing instrument I've ever owned. Talked to Ken Lawrence about this bass, he said it would cost about $8800 new direct, with a list over 10k. Currently strung E to C but the nut is originally cut for B to G. The B is impressive for a 33 scale.

weight is around 9 even, condition is as close to mint as you will find.
> 33" scale, 1 3/4" nut, 19 mm string spacing, adjustable to 18-20mm
> Claro Walnut body
> Figured / Blackened Redwood top and headstock cap
> Eastern Maple 3 piece neck with dual function stainless steel truss rod
> Brazilian Rosewood fretboard with Gaboon Ebony binding
> Grenadillo Heel Plate
> Gaboon Ebony control cavity cover
> Old growth Brazilian Rosewood tone block beneath the bridge
> Paua Abalone block inlays
> Matching Paua Abalone headstock logo w/ Ebony surround
> Blue fibre optic side dots with on/off switch
> Nordstrand hum-cancelling "J" pickups w/ Gaboon Ebony covers
> Customized Glockenklang 3 band preamp
> Tara Labs wiring
> Protec Contigo gig bag

Only trades considered are 35 scale singlecut Elricks, Fodera's, Skjold's or Ken Lawrence. All other trade requests will be ignored.

$6495 shipped, paypal and international shipping is cool

[smperry]

wow!

[Hollow Man]

Holy cow... what a beast! I'd love to give that thing a run...

[thomasjbass]

This is an absolutely beautiful bass, and portaitoftracy is one of the best guys that I have dealt with on TB. I don't think Ken gets the acclaim his basses deserve, but in a way thats a good thing as they are a great kept secret Best of luck on the sale/trade my friend!

[portraitoftracy]

thanks Thomas, I'll get you the $5 later

[LugzyDee]

OMG..I was trying to hold out for the announcement by Fodera at Namm next week and now you do this!!!

Beautiful bass, I have the pics from when it was at the Luthiers Access Group.
Good luck with the sale...

[tsarter]

I'm not normally drawn to high-end, boutique type basses - more of a vintage player - but that is an incredibly stunning instrument. Best of luck on the sale.

[portraitoftracy]

ON HOLD

[LugzyDee]

Originally Posted by portraitoftracy

I have to stick with 35 inch scale unfortunately, but without a doubt this is the most well constructed, beautiful sounding and playing instrument I've ever owned.

Hi Portraitoftracy, can I ask a question.

How does the Chamberbrase hold up in situations where your required to turn-up the volumne. As much as I LOVE it's design, I'm thinking that because of it's semi-acoustic nature (i.e were you to be in a rock band setting, in a small venue) it might be prone to feedback - Right or Wrong?

Cheers..

[portraitoftracy]

Originally Posted by LugzyDee

Hi Portraitoftracy, can I ask a question.

How does the Chamberbrase hold up in situations where your required to turn-up the volumne. As much as I LOVE it's design, I'm thinking that because of it's semi-acoustic nature (i.e were you to be in a rock band setting, in a small venue) it might be prone to feedback - Right or Wrong?

Cheers..

Wrong, no feedback what so ever! Although in all honesty I would feel kind of funny showing up to a rock gig with a Chamberbass, that's why they made P basses.

[chris lykins]

Stunning!

[LugzyDee]

Originally Posted by portraitoftracy

Wrong, no feedback what so ever! Although in all honesty I would feel kind of funny showing up to a rock gig with a Chamberbass, that's why they made P basses.

Well..I got that wrong, I was certain there'd be some amount of feedback. I ask because I'd love to add a KL Cbrase II to my collection but I play with one of "THE LOUDEST" drummers you could ever wish to meet. If the KL Cbrase can cut it in a rock setting I'd gig it with no qualms at all.

I know what you mean though, the rock fraternity are a funny bunch and anything left of the "Norm" raises eyebrows.

Thanks for the info..most appreciated.

[emjazz]

No one makes a better bass!

[LugzyDee]

Originally Posted by emjazz

No one makes a better bass!

Nice to hear Fodera owner's chiming in.
I've always admired his basses but never played one.
I'd love to A/B a Fodera MG against a KL Cbrase II5.

[emjazz]

Originally Posted by LugzyDee

Nice to hear Fodera owner's chiming in.
I've always admired his basses but never played one.
I'd love to A/B a Fodera MG against a KL Cbrase II5.

I have a great appreciation for Fodera, but I've never owned one myself. I've played many of them though. I've played a couple of Ken's basses and I've never gotten over it. A Cbrase II6 is my dream bass.

[LugzyDee]

Originally Posted by emjazz

I have a great appreciation for Fodera, but I've never owned one myself. I've played many of them though. I've played a couple of Ken's basses and I've never gotten over it. A Cbrase II6 is my dream bass.

++1 BTW emjazz, no better time to tell you that I listened to some of your material on soundcloud last week and enjoyed it very much. Thanks

[emjazz]

Originally Posted by LugzyDee

++1 BTW emjazz, no better time to tell you that I listened to some of your material on soundcloud last week and enjoyed it very much. Thanks

I really appreciate that! Thanks so much.

[Mulebagger]

Bump for a killer bass. I've played quite a bit on a Brase 6 that is simply fantastic.

I've got two killer 35's to offer, but not on your list.

Someone is going to have the bass of a lifetime.
good luck with the sale.

[Dan Knowlton]

I have a Brase I and it is simply the best bass I have ever played. Ken is the MAN! I have never seen one of his basses that was less than perfect!

Dan K.

[celinder 72]

You have had every great bass known to man (Fodera Celinder Etc.) Do you ever think you will find a bass that is "the one "