FS: Upgraded Cort Elrick RB5

Robear22 · #1 06-23-2010, 08:33 AM

I am putting this bass up regretfully because the GAS monster has struck and I can't take it anymore. I love this bass but what I am trying to get will do what this bass does so it has to go. This is IMHO one of the best overseas basses ever. This is what Cort and Rob Elrick came up with several years back. This bass was sweet stock but I added Bart Classic MK5 pickups and a Bartolini 3 band preamp with the mids you can switch to four different frequencies. This bass is now similiar to its US brethren and sounds and plays like a boutique bass. Nice low action and I have not adjusted anything since I got it.

I am looking for $650 shipped. Will come with a nice gig bag also.

jeremyr · #2 06-23-2010, 09:09 AM

oh man!!! you know how much i wanted this one..lol

Robear22 · #3 06-23-2010, 12:38 PM

I know!!!!! A lot of people were interested so hopefully it doesn't last too long.

DADDYBASS1 · #4 06-23-2010, 05:23 PM

Dang Roland ya killin me over here... This bass is smokin ,and I wish i had the $$ .

ahollowhd · #5 06-23-2010, 05:29 PM

I'm surprised that this hasn't sold yet.

DADDYBASS1 · #6 06-23-2010, 05:49 PM

Wow I give it a couple hours!

ahollowhd · #7 06-23-2010, 06:11 PM

What is the difference between this bass and it's USA brethren, not counting the upgraded electronics?

davec · #8 06-23-2010, 10:14 PM

what are you gassin for? this bass is a killer

ubado · #9 06-23-2010, 10:25 PM

Killer deal with these upgrades!
(I've got at least that into mine with just a preamp upgrade)

Eventhough I have an Elrick Classic Gold ... I still grab my RB quite often.

Good luck with the sale ... shouldn't take long.

J. Crawford · #10 06-23-2010, 11:24 PM

Wow.. I wanted this before I bought my Fender.

Free bump.

wallydog · #11 06-24-2010, 02:40 AM

Is this a 35" scale? Anymore photos?

Robear22 · #12 06-24-2010, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ahollowhd

What is the difference between this bass and it's USA brethren, not counting the upgraded electronics?

Better choice of woods that can be chosen. This bass is similiar to an Elrick with an Ash body, quilt top, and rosewood figerboard. Obviously an Elrick would probably be more exotic and use more and diverse woods but I think you get the point. The satin finish also lets the wood breathe so you get a very clean and woody tone. One of my best sounding and playing basses I have ever owned.

Robear22 · #13 06-24-2010, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wallydog

Is this a 35" scale? Anymore photos?

Yes it is 35" inch scale. I will take some more photos today if I can and post them tonight. I have a fitness class and rehearsal tonight.

ahollowhd · #14 06-24-2010, 09:44 AM

If I didn't already have 2 too many basses..... another free bump

DADDYBASS1 · #15 06-24-2010, 05:04 PM

Will someone please buy this one before I sell something I don't want to sell.

Georynn · #16 06-24-2010, 10:32 PM

damn nice bass... wish i had the scratch for it...

SMG · #17 06-25-2010, 06:14 AM

What is string spacing at the bridge on this beauty?

SMG · #18 06-25-2010, 06:19 AM

Also, I remember seeing these with a high gloss finish and reading somewhere about Rob Elrick being upset with that, and hence a modified version of the the bass with a satin or oiled finish. Looking at the pics, this appears to have either a satin or oiled finish, correct? If so, it is actually a low satin sheen or just oiled wood?

Robear22 · #19 06-25-2010, 01:44 PM

The string spacing is 19mm and the finish is satin I believe. All PM's replied to.

DADDYBASS1 · #20 06-27-2010, 09:51 PM

Made it safely to the motor city man ! Still trying to sell some stuff .