FS Only: 1988 Guild Pilot 5-String SB605 - Cherryburst

ggvicviper · #1 01-24-2013, 03:57 PM

Hey, let's try this again...

Up for sale is a used Guild Pilot SB605 (the 5-string) in Cherryburst/Amberburst.

The SB605 is known for using two EMG J pickups, but I had it modified to use DiMarzio Ultra Jazz pickups and appropriate pots. I am including the original EMG pickups and pots in addition to the new DiMarzios, so you can always modify it back to the stock config if you want!

The neck is straight, and I am including the proper truss tool so you can adjust it to your preferences. I also tightened up all the hardware for the sale, including the tuners, so you're getting a bass that's ready to rock.

There are a few small dings on the headstock and the body, as illustrated in the pictures. Aside from that, the bass is a real looker. Plays nice too, strung up with D'Addario Chromes.

Comes with the hardshell case, the 1/4 truss tool, and the EMG setup.

~~Looking for $650 shipped ConUs.~~
Price dropped to $600, shipped ConUs.

ggvicviper · #2 01-25-2013, 09:39 AM

Bump - let's get this baby sold!

ggvicviper · #3 01-26-2013, 01:48 PM

beardedclam · #4 01-26-2013, 05:05 PM

That is the string spacing? - Thanks

Jaymi · #5 01-26-2013, 08:37 PM

Still like this one....trade possibilities?

beardedclam · #6 01-26-2013, 09:59 PM

sorry, I meant to say, what is the string spacing?

ggvicviper · #7 01-27-2013, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beardedclam

sorry, I meant to say, what is the string spacing?

I'll reply to this thread later with that info when I get home. I'll also include the weight.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaymi

Still like this one....trade possibilities?

PM me with what you have in mind. I'm mainly looking for cash, but let me know...

spufman · #8 01-27-2013, 07:25 PM

I'll jump in as a Pilot 5 owner and say spacing is adjustable. Can't go as wide as the full 3/4" spacing, but comparable to say a Stingray 5, at least to my fingers. Cool, solid basses.

ggvicviper · #9 01-27-2013, 09:26 PM

Weight & spacing:

The bass weighs 8.8 pounds on the bathroom scale.

Quote:

Originally Posted by spufman

I'll jump in as a Pilot 5 owner and say spacing is adjustable. Can't go as wide as the full 3/4" spacing, but comparable to say a Stingray 5, at least to my fingers. Cool, solid basses.

This is true, but here's how I have it set now, spread as wide and even as I could:

The nut:

DanRJBrasil · #10 01-27-2013, 11:30 PM

neck is maple and rosewood, what is the bodywood? thx

ggvicviper · #11 01-28-2013, 05:10 AM

I think the body is two piece maple.

ggvicviper · #12 01-28-2013, 10:56 AM

Bump... solid 5'er here guys!

**svtb15** · #13 01-28-2013, 08:37 PM

That bass was my 1st 5 string but in Candy Apple red.. GREAT BASS!!!!

ggvicviper · #14 01-29-2013, 08:22 AM

To the top!

ggvicviper · #15 01-30-2013, 10:47 AM

Another day, another bump. Cmon guys!

ggvicviper · #16 01-31-2013, 08:28 AM

Price drop: $600 shipped to the continental United States.

spufman · #17 01-31-2013, 09:13 AM

Bump cuz I'll never understand while these Pilots don't get the love they deserve. So much well-made, smooth-playing, great-sounding bass for the money. Mine never fails to please.

ggvicviper · #18 02-01-2013, 11:19 AM

ggvicviper · #19 02-01-2013, 08:50 PM

C'mon! What do I have to do to sell this?

ggvicviper · #20 02-03-2013, 06:30 AM

Sunday morning bump