FS: Spector 5 String bass! Nice! With HSC 450 shipped!

[madbassplaya]

I'm offering up for sale my Spector MK 5 string bass.

This is the affordable version of Mike's custom Spector that he uses. The bass is in great condition. The only marks I can find on it are on the back of the body. Normal scuffing/surface scratches from playing that will not photograph due to the matte finish. The finish is awesome by the way. I really dig the look. The bass is set up with some D'Addarios and it sounds and plays wonderfully. Nice low action with no fret buzz.

Here's what Spector has to say about it:

ABOUT THE LEGEND 5 CUSTOM MK5 MIKE KROEGER SIGNATURE EDITION™

A production model of the MK5™ bass designed specifically for Mike by Stuart Spector, this bass has been said to have a futuristic look with its sleek solid matte black paint and it's rich, powerful sound. A favorite of many rock and metal bassists, the Professional Series MK5™ shares many of the same elements of its more exclusive USA Series™ siblings.

A unique feature of this bass is that is has passive electronics and passive pickups. The reasoning is purity of tone. There is minimal coloring or influence to change the natural tone of the guitar from the transmission of the string's vibrations out to the amp/head of your choice.

You can check the bass out on the Spector site here:
Stuart Spector Designs, LTD - Makers of fine electric and bass guitars: UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY | UNPARALLELED VERSATILITY | UNBELIEVABLE SOUND

You can check the reviews at Musician's Friend here:
Spector Mike Kroeger Signature Legend 5 Custom 5-String Bass Guitar: Product Reviews | Musician's Friend

Here's an interview of Mike talking about his preference for the EMG HZ's:
Mike Kroeger Interview (Nickelback) - YouTube

Specifications

Neck-3 piece maple
Fingerboard-Rosewood
# of Frets-24
Scale-35"
Radius-16"
Inlays-M (3rd Fret), Double S (12th fret)
Nut Width-1.79"
Spacing at bridge-.66"
Body-NS Rounded body
Body wood-Maple
Color-Black
Finish-Matte
Pickups-EMG HZ with passive tone circuit










$450.00 shipped OBO with HSC! in ConUS

These run about 900 or so new.

[mdogs]

trades?

[madbassplaya]

Originally Posted by mdogs

trades?

Possibly, depends on what it is. Pm me with what you've got.

[madbassplaya]

All pm's replied.

Got a nice trade off on the table i'm considering. Cash is king but we'll see.

[Righteous Thunderer]

For anyone who is sitting on the fence about this, I recommend it. I used to have one, and they're really great basses! It reminds me a lot of a Warwick when it comes to the woody tone, it's very "pure" if you will. The ergonomics are nice, very comfortable neck. Many people complain about finding a "good" B string, and that's one thing I never complained about on mine. The only reason I got rid of it was because I just had too many basses and I had to trim the herd. Plus, madbassplaya rocks, so why not give him a hand? :P

[ManuelJG]

where are you located?

[madbassplaya]

Originally Posted by Righteous Thunderer

For anyone who is sitting on the fence about this, I recommend it. I used to have one, and they're really great basses! It reminds me a lot of a Warwick when it comes to the woody tone, it's very "pure" if you will. The ergonomics are nice, very comfortable neck. Many people complain about finding a "good" B string, and that's one thing I never complained about on mine. The only reason I got rid of it was because I just had too many basses and I had to trim the herd. Plus, madbassplaya rocks, so why not give him a hand? :P

Righteous Thunderer, you are righteous indeed!

Thanks for the bump. I have to agree with you. This bass has a nice and thick woody tone that doesn't get muddy. Ergonomics are wonderful (it's a Spector after all) and the B string is nice as well.

This really is a great bass and for 450 bucks with a HSC and shipping!

Originally Posted by emagdnim

where are you located?

I'm in Arkansas.

A little update about trades...

I have gotten several trade offers. All have been responded to. However, I've made the decision that I will not be interested in a trade that adds a significant amount of cash on my end. I've got "THE" bass for me right now, and anything else I get i'll use as a back up or i'll flip so I don't need to put more cash in.

Thanks guys!

[madbassplaya]

More trade pm's replied, lol!

I'd really like to get some cash or a trade plus cash for this one.

Would really like an SX 5er if someone has one plus cash?

[Randall]

pm sent.

[madbassplaya]

Looks like this one is headed to the Great White North...

Thanks!