FS: Sizzling deal! Valenti Jazz 5 with U-Retro Preamp
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Here we have a Valenti Jazz 5-string bass
This bass has been upgraded to an East U-Retro 3-band preamp with a passive tone control -- and yes, the passive rolloff works in both active and passive modes. The upshot is that this bass can deliver all the tonal goodness of the East Preamp but it can also be played in 100% passive mode as well. The versatility here is mind-boggling. It plays beautifully although the action needs to be lowered a tad. Excellent, excellent sounding and playing bass. Soundwise, the bass is as versatile as a J can get.
There are several minor blemishes that I've taken pictures of. Obviously they don't affect playability but you need to know about them. Also, the treble pot is a bit scratchy at times.
New, this bass would cost well over $2000. In pristine condition used, it would cost about $1400. On account of the blemishes, I'll offer it up for SOLD -- shipped via PayPal.
Valenti #004
9.75 Lbs.
18 MM spacing at bridge
1 7/8" at the nut
Swamp Ash Body with a Zebrawood veneer. (Zebrawood Top on Body and Peghead)
Maple neck with Pau Ferro fretboard
East U-Retro Deluxe preamp
EMG J-CS pickups
Chrome Hardware
Gotoh Quick Release Bridge
Gotoh Tuning Gears
Contoured heel for easier access to the upper frets
Schaller Straplocks
Ships in a Gator hard/soft case (Sadowsky style).
Here are the Blemishes
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. Peavey Cirrus 5 | Squier Affinity Jazz V | Squier Affinity Precision
I played one of Nino's 5ers a couple years ago at a GTG. His stuff is absolutely top-notch!
I wish I had the scratch to grab this but reality is telling me something different (damn reality!)
Bump for a beauty by a skilled craftsman!
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Originally Posted by sarnz
you've opened every can in the worm store my friend
If this was 4+1 style headstock and didn't have the EMG pups I would be all over it. Valenti basses are crazy awesome and sexy as hell. Good luck with the sale.
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You won't find the beat until you lose yourself in it.
These are far and away the biggest steals of any basses on the market, new or used. I've owned them all and it blows my mind that these aren't more expensive.
Having said all that, I hope they continue to stay low until my business gets off the ground and I can afford to buy a few more.
These are far and away the biggest steals of any basses on the market, new or used. I've owned them all and it blows my mind that these aren't more expensive.
You're right -- and I am about ~~>THIS<~~ close to deciding to keep this one.
The fit & finish of this bass is outstanding and with the U-Retro, it kills, tonally.
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. Peavey Cirrus 5 | Squier Affinity Jazz V | Squier Affinity Precision
