FS Only: Clement Singlecut Jon 6 #153

morguedoc71 · #1 06-27-2010, 01:29 PM

For your consideration is a Tom Clement custom Singlecut Jon 6 string bass. A superb display of craftsmanship and playability. I'll let the pictures do the talking.

Mahogany body
Spalted maple top
Matching knobs
Multilaminate neck
Hipshot hardware
Nordstrand Big Split pickups
34" scale
18 mm spacing at bridge
9.0 lbs on my digital bathroom scale

Will ship in a ProTec polyfoam case in "like-new" condition. Although Schaller straplocks are pictured, the original nylon strap buttons will be reinstalled before shipping.

She is an absolute stunner and draws attention wherever she goes. Alas, I am not a 6-string player but her beauty and craftsmanship were too much to ignore. I hope she goes to a new home where she will be played as she was meant to!

FULL DISCLOSURE: This bass is 99% perfect. There is a small 1 mm superficial dent/scratch in between the bridge pup and the bridge right above the "B" string, however, due to the highly figured top, it is camouflaged quite well. The only other thing to divulge is that I've written on the shielding foil on the inside of the control cavity cover "Clement #153" plus my signature in Sharpie (for insurance purposes) as there are no other identifying serial numbers on this bass. It shouldn't be a deal-breaker, but just wanted all potential buyers to know.

Here's a link to my photobucket pics:
http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/a...%206%20string/

and a link to Tom's website:
http://www.clementbass.com/web/Galle...uts/bass%20153

According to Tom, this would be in excess of $2000 to replicate.

Asking $1700 plus shipping to CONUS.

For sale only. No trade offers please.

Due to the unique nature of this stunning instrument, I may open this up to international buyers, but please understand that you will be responsible for all shipping/fees/duties/taxes incurred with this purchase. I will not falsify customs documents and the item will be valued for what it sells for.

If you have any questions, I'll be happy to try to answer them!

tjclem · #2 06-28-2010, 04:33 AM

good luck with the sale let me know if I can help..Tom

morguedoc71 · #3 06-28-2010, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by tjclem

good luck with the sale let me know if I can help..Tom

Thanks Tom...I think your work speaks for itself!

Bump for Monday evening!

Kevin Woods · #4 06-28-2010, 05:02 PM

Wow, this is an extremely appealing instrument. I haven't been completely sold on singlecuts, but this is definitely helping.

1) How does it hang on a strap? Balance has become more important to me in recent years.

2) Does the position of the strap pin being so close to the fingerboard help it to hang with a more accessible angle beyond the twelfth fret?

I recently saw the Friedlander video review of the Clement fretless five and it was very helpful. No time right now to find the link...

K

morguedoc71 · #5 06-28-2010, 05:47 PM

I currently use a 2.5" Planet Waves padded strap and It balances wonderfully...there is no neck dive.

I can probably post a pic if you're interested, but I presume it also depends on where you like to wear your bass. For this singlecut, I've had it positioned under my chest and above my pelvis.

Accessbility to all aspects of the fretboard have not been a problem. There is ample cutaway on the lower bout to do soloing (did I mention that the high "C" absolutely SINGS!) as well as chords. It really is easy to navigate around the neck, despite the fact that it may appear large. I think this is probably in part due to an asymmetrical profile that Tom gave the neck (Tom, correct me if I'm wrong).

Here's the link to the Ed Friedlander review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NesfQhGtFQ

Lastly, Tom is an awesome individual to deal with. I'm sure he can answer any questions you may have that I'm not able to.

It pains me to let this bass go, but I suppose it's a good thing that I've got a Clement Singlecut 4 to keep me happy!

Please let me know if you have any further questions!

fish slapper · #6 06-28-2010, 06:51 PM

I have a Clement bass with this body shape (5 string fretless FWIW) and it has absolutely NOOOO neck dive what so ever. This beauty has too many strings for my simple brain but a bump for the cause.

morguedoc71 · #7 06-29-2010, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by fish slapper

This beauty has too many strings for my simple brain but a bump for the cause.

Agreed...this is my second (and last) foray into the world of 6-stringers... 4's are where I'm at these days!

Still, an absolutely incredible instrument and a joy to play and behold!

If I could justify keeping her, she wouldn't be going anywhere but craftsmanship of this magnitude deserves to be PLAYED, and played often.

morguedoc71 · #8 07-03-2010, 06:43 AM

Happy Saturday Bump!

pedulla1 · #9 07-03-2010, 11:25 AM

If this were neck thru i think I would own this by now. Good luck with the sale.

morguedoc71 · #10 07-03-2010, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by pedulla1

If this were neck thru i think I would own this by now. Good luck with the sale.

Thanks for the kind words!

500+ views, some interest, but as of yet no takers.

Perhaps there may be a 4th o' July price drop to entice all you potential buyers...

Check back soon!

TRBman · #11 07-04-2010, 07:17 AM

As a only sixer,free bump for this outstanding Clement Custom Jon 6!
i saw there is an Hipsot A,so is it possible to spread strings to a 19mm?
thanks

Mr. Majestic · #12 07-04-2010, 08:10 AM

Super awesome bass, very tempting.

morguedoc71 · #13 07-04-2010, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by TRBman

As a only sixer,free bump for this outstanding Clement Custom Jon 6!
i saw there is an Hipsot A,so is it possible to spread strings to a 19mm?
thanks

TRBman,
Thanks for the bump!
The spacing on this bridge is 18 mm center-to-center and does not appear to be adjustable. From what I recall, hipshot A's can be ordered with a particular spacing (Tom, correct me if I'm wrong!).

That being said, the spacing on this bass is a joy and a definite improvement over the 15mm spacing on my Alembic Spoiler. It's quite easy to play and very comfortable at that. Whoever scores this beauty will not be disappointed with the looks, playability, sound quality, and craftsmanship. She'll be sorely missed!

morguedoc71 · #14 07-04-2010, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Majestic

Super awesome bass, very tempting.

Shoot me an offer if it will help you pull the trigger...the worst I'll do is politely decline (but you never know unless you try!).

Mr. Majestic · #15 07-04-2010, 08:40 AM

Well it could only be a trade offer and unfortunately you are a four stranger banger!

tjclem · #16 07-04-2010, 11:36 AM

Sure you can put a 19mm bridge on there but the strings will be hanging off the edge..

+ the nord pups are for 18.

tjclem · #17 07-04-2010, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Majestic

Well it could only be a trade offer and unfortunately you are a four stranger banger!

seen any wood lately?

morguedoc71 · #18 07-04-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by tjclem

Sure you can put a 19mm bridge on there but the strings will be hanging off the edge..

+ the nord pups are for 18.

Thanks for the clarification Tom!

Kevin Woods · #19 07-05-2010, 12:12 AM

I was looking at the side-shot that shows the fingerboard width and it really looks super-juicy ebony steak...mmmmmmm!

Can you say whether this is Gaboon or Macassar ebony? I am just wondering how this would convert to a fretless,

morguedoc71 · #20 07-05-2010, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Kevin Woods

I was looking at the side-shot that shows the fingerboard width and it really looks super-juicy ebony steak...mmmmmmm!

Can you say whether this is Gaboon or Macassar ebony? I am just wondering how this would convert to a fretless,

Looks to me like Mac ebony.

As far as a fretless conversion, I wonder if it would be just as easy for Tom to make a new fretless neck...then you'd have both necks for whatever suited your mood!