FS/FT Kinal MK21 5 String

[FilCo]

Up for sale or trade is my Kinal MK21. This bass has an Alder body, one piece maple neck with a rosewood board, Aero Instrument single coil pickups and a Bartolini 18v pre. There is a laminate between the top and body that I believe is ebony, but could be wenge or some other dark wood. The headstock matches the body, and the back of it has a birdseye maple top. It is a 34.5 inch scale with 19mm string spacing.

This bass sounds fantastic. My opinion is probably not worth much, but my bass instructor is an accomplished musician with nearly 30 years of experience and he swears this is one of the best sounding instruments he has ever played. I was certain that I would never sell this, but after spending a lot of time with this bass and a few other very nice instruments I have decided that I am going to order a Kinal built to my specs. I am selling this and my other basses to finance the new one.

I would consider some trades as well. I wouldn't mind playing a few other different manufactures and styles to refine exactly what I want from my custom build. I would most like to try some high end sixers, but will consider 4's and 5's as well. Maybe something from Sukop, Zon, Roscoe, or ? Let me know what you have.

Price is $1499 or best offer, U.S. shipping included.

[FilCo]

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[Rapisme]

Best kept secret basses don't do it!

[ThumbyAche]

My old Kinal!!! Great sounding bass. Only got rid of it because I like thinner necks. That was a great bass though..

[saintx]

Interesting! Can you describe the finish? Also, is that wear around the B string tuner?

[FilCo]

Originally Posted by saintx

Interesting! Can you describe the finish? Also, is that wear around the B string tuner?

This finish is between matte and satin. There are a few spots on the front that look a little polished from playing. It is really hard to illustrate the beauty of this bass in pictures because of this type of finish, and my limited skill as a photographer.

The spot at the B tuner is a small sliver that flaked off. Not sure what happened. Woke up one day and it was like that. It has been over a year and it hasn't gotten any worse. Thanks for the question!

[FilCo]

Originally Posted by Rapisme

Best kept secret basses don't do it!

I know what you mean. My bass instructor thinks this is a terrible idea as well. The only reason I am willing to let it go is because I trust Mr. Kinal can build another one for me that sounds and plays just as well. Of course, it will cost twice as much, but I guess you have to pay if you want custom work right?

[Rapisme]

Speaking of Custom Build...I know what you mean.. But if you already Have a Kinal.. then try something different.. BTW what's the string spacing on that bass.????

[FilCo]

String spacing is 19mm. I would love to keep this Kinal and try out some other nice basses at the same time, but my finances don't allow for that. They barely allow me to pay my bills.

[FilCo]

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[lposavad]

Is the ramp removable?
By the way, my main bass is an MK-21. Swamp ash body, passive pj pups. So comfortable to play.

[ThumbyAche]

Originally Posted by lposavad

Is the ramp removable?
By the way, my main bass is an MK-21. Swamp ash body, passive pj pups. So comfortable to play.

Just chimin' in, when I owned the bass I remember that the ramp was glued in. That bass does sound good though, I do remember that.

[FilCo]

Thanks for the info ThumbyAche! The ramp is indeed glued in place. Personally, I like having it on there. I feel like it makes playing between the pickups much more comfortable.

[FilCo]

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[austentaciousC]

These basses sound amazing, i wouldn't be getting rid of mine if i hadnt caught the j bug

[davec]

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[uptowndirt]

playing a kinal 4 now as #1 , these are great basses.

[FilCo]

Accepting cash offers. I need to move this out to get going on my new one.

[FilCo]

Forgot to mention that this includes a hard shell case.

[FilCo]

Sold.