FS: Hanewinckel Retro 5 / Kinal MK-5B

Zooberwerx · #1 12-30-2009, 07:22 PM

I got a sweater and three pairs of socks for Xmas so it looks like I'm gonna have to spring for my own present. Before I blow a bundle on myself, I need to lighten my existing inventory and raise some funds. And away we go!....

First up is my Hanewinckel Retro 5. Can't recall the DOM but here are the specs:

*Neck - 3 piece maple, birdseye maple fingerboard.
*Tuners - Hipshot Ultralites in full chrome, not the typical satin.
*Body - not sure of the wood but finished in a cream white with a nifty gold anodized pickguard (what's a pick?).
*Bridge - Hipshot chrome.
*Strap Buttons - Dunlop locking system.
*Pickups - Bartolini jazz style. Not sure if they're HC or SC but I've never encountered any buzz or hum.
*Elex - Bart two-band preamp, volume, blend.
*Hardshell case in good condition.
*Weight - 8 - 8.5 lbs...lightest bass I own.
*Condition - 9 / 10 and that's conservative. Slight finish dimple on the reverse and minor scratches on the PG.

Although slightly wider, the neck profile is similar to my Pedulla Rapture 5 and set for medium-low action with no buzzes or rattles. Asking $1500 shipped and I'll install a new set of strings before boxing her up.

Next up is my Kinal MK-5B. Once again, I'm not sure of the DOM but the S/N is #75.

*Neck - Highly-figured 7 piece flamed maple w/ walnut (?) stringers. Pau Ferro fingerboard.
*Tuners - Hipshot chrome / satin.
*Body - looks like Alder to me. Quilted maple cap in amber....nice!
*Bridge - Hipshot.
*Strap Buttons - Dunlop locking system.
*Pickups - Bartolini soapbars.
*Elex - Bart 3-band preamp. Volume / blend / bass / mid with 3-way freq. selector switch / treble. 3-way single / series / parallel selector for the bridge pup. EQ defeat switch so you can A/B your setting against the unaffected / flat tone.
*Hardshell case in good condition.
*Weight - ~9 lbs.
*Condition - 8.5 / 10. Minor clear coat blems on body, one on back of neck.

String spacing on the Kinal is somewhat tighter @ 16.5-17 mm (Hipshot bridge allows limited spacing manipulation). Asking $1250 shipped.

Thanks for looking and, as always, PM me with any questions.

Riis

funkboy5 · #2 12-30-2009, 08:05 PM

Nice looking Retro 5. String spacing, 19mm?

Zooberwerx · #3 12-30-2009, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by funkboy5

Nice looking Retro 5. String spacing, 19mm?

Not sure what the specs say but I'm measuring it out at 18 mm string center-to-center with my pocket rule. Really comfy.

Riis

swpyne · #4 12-30-2009, 11:22 PM

You always seem to have the nicest basses to offer up here Riis. That Hanewinckel Retro 5 is a real beauty. If you have any more close-up photos I'd love to see them.

BTW, I'm still digging the multicolor LeFay Midas 5 that I snagged from you a while back. I put some of those blue FretFX LEDs on the edge of the board and it looks totally killer. A one-of-a-kind bass for sure!

pbass62 · #5 12-30-2009, 11:55 PM

I once owned this Kinal and it is a great bass from a great luthier.

Great price Riis,

If NC State Univ did not have an express lane access to my account I would buy this baby back in a heartbeat!

Good fortune with the sale

kesslari · #6 12-31-2009, 12:06 AM

That Kinal is a beautiful bass at a nice price. If I wanted a fretted 5'er I'd jump on that.

Zooberwerx · #7 12-31-2009, 07:10 AM

I love it when old friends pop up on my threads!

I'm a little busy today (who isn't) but I'll snag some close-ups tomorrow on both the Hanewinckel and Kinal. Truth is I have a perpetual woody for 5 string headless basses and found one that fits the bill. For that fact, if I sell one, I may just pull the second from the market. In the meantime, here's an older pic of the Hanewinckel:

Riis

dcr · #8 12-31-2009, 08:59 AM

Riis! Say it ain't so! Not the Hane! YOu know I've lusted after that one for years....and just when I've got no cash!

dcr

emjazz · #9 12-31-2009, 12:14 PM

Agreed.....that Hanewinckel looks amazing.....wish I had the funds.

raal · #10 12-31-2009, 03:19 PM

.... the American Celinder

raal · #11 12-31-2009, 03:26 PM

any comment on B string definition ? I'm guessing the "non fender" headstock is better for the string tension due to the angle and added pressure on the nut. 34" scale right?

west*coast*bass · #12 12-31-2009, 03:40 PM

Hi there...that is my favorite Hanewinckel I believe the body is swamp ash if I remember correctly, the scale is 34" and the B string is awesome. I almost bought this one when it was up for sale last time. Great, great bass. Pete's work is as good as any of the high $$ luthiers out there. This bass is no exception.

Happy New Year to you all...

Mark

swpyne · #13 12-31-2009, 04:36 PM

PM sent on the Hanewinckel!

Zooberwerx · #14 01-01-2010, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raal

any comment on B string definition ? I'm guessing the "non fender" headstock is better for the string tension due to the angle and added pressure on the nut. 34" scale right?

B string really sings on this one. The tilt-back headstock eliminates some of the problems encountered on Fender-esque designs.

IIRC, the logo is actually pulverized ebony dust or the like. Then again, it could just be drawn on with a Sharpie.

Riis

Zooberwerx · #15 01-02-2010, 08:34 AM

Pics / coloring are a little skewed as I shot these indoors (poor natural lighting). For those who've asked, the width @ the nut is 49 mm / 1 15/16" and 73 mm / 2 7/8" @ the 22nd fret.

Riis

yanivsh16 · #16 01-02-2010, 09:03 AM

Hey there.
want to know:
1. will you ship outside USA?
2. Is it possible for the hanewinckel to function in passive mode?
Thanx, Yaniv

bassinstincts · #17 01-02-2010, 09:12 AM

I would have been all over this had I seen it a month ago. But on the strength of my love affair with a Hane 4 I bought on TB and had Pete modify, I have ordered a fiver which will be ready in the next six weeks or so. He is a great guy who does amazing work.

Zooberwerx · #18 01-02-2010, 09:31 AM

Measures 1 3/4" @ the nut and 2 7/8" @ the 24th fret. Closest thing I have to a "pencil necked groover". Ideal for fingerstyle but the tighter string spacing may be a challenge for you slappers out there.

Riis

Zooberwerx · #19 01-02-2010, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yanivsh16

Hey there.
want to know:
1. will you ship outside USA?
2. Is it possible for the hanewinckel to function in passive mode?
Thanx, Yaniv

I'd prefer not to ship outside the US. No, there is no passive mode....and I just went and tugged on each of the pots to make sure!

Riis

Jerry J · #20 01-02-2010, 09:53 AM

Riis, that Hane is out of this world. What a sweet looking bass.

Who ever said that the Hanewinckel is the American Celinder made a great analogy. But unlike Chris, I've heard so many great things about dealing with Pete.

Oh and as a note I think that you've gone nuts letting that one go.