FS: ZON Sonus TJ5 Lined Fretless 5-string

[AJ Brown]

This incredible bass was meant to be 2009 Winter NAMM bass but didn't make the show. I was lucky enough with timing to be the first human outside the shop to play it. It's never been gigged and has been well-maintained... MINT condition.

If you've played ZON fretless basses before you know how much mwah and tone exudes from these fine instruments. Now is your time to save time and $$$ on this one of a kind instrument.

Wait time would be 6-8 months and it would cost you at least $5,015 (with gig bag) or $5,310 (with h/s case) - I'm offering either in this deal.

This bass was originally strung B-G, but I changed it to E-C without any alterations to the nut or bridge, except for intonation.

My first inclination is to keep it, as I don't have to sell it, however it's not getting any playing time (my other TJ is), and I'd love to see this go to a good home.

I'm asking just $3,300 shipped anywhere in the CONUS. Money order or personal check are preferred. Sorry, no trades.

ZON Todd Johnson 5-string Lined Fretless
* Gallery Claro Walnut top
* Alder body
* Hipshot D-Tuner on E string (currently strung E-C)
* Black Hardware
* ZON Hard Shell Case (mint) -or- ZON gig bag included

[AJ Brown]

OK... How about $3,400?

[Tampabass]

I could tell you what I could afford to pay you for that beauty... but then you'd have to kill me.

Bump for a nice fretless!

[Usedtoplaymore]

If I could play a fretless - I would try to buy it in a heartbeat.

[kesslari]

Wow, this incredible bass has dropped to an amazingly low price.
Amazing buy for someone.

[AJ Brown]

Originally Posted by Usedtoplaymore

If I could play a fretless - I would try to buy it in a heartbeat.

It's got training wheels (lines) for new-comers!

[kesslari]

Weekend bump for an incredible instrument, great price, and straight-up great seller.

[AJ Brown]

Originally Posted by kesslari

Weekend bump for an incredible instrument, great price, and straight-up great seller.

Thanks Jon!

[AJ Brown]

Still available folks!

Fresh pics!

[FromTheBassMent]

Dude, seriously, that is ridiculously gorgeous. Somebody buy it quick!

[AJ Brown]

Originally Posted by FromTheBassMent

Dude, seriously, that is ridiculously gorgeous. Somebody buy it quick!

Tell me about it! I'm insane I think.

[AJ Brown]

Last price drop folks... $3300 shipped! I can't believe nobody has scooped this up, it's in absolute MINT condition. I swear... no dings, scratches or signs of use whatsoever. I could really put this back on the wall at Atlanta Bass Gallery and nobody would know I ever touched it.

[jzucker]

specs?

[AJ Brown]

Originally Posted by jzucker

specs?

Yeah... I guess that would help:

Nut Width: 1-15/16"
Width @ 12th Fret: 2-9/16"
String Spacing at the Bridge: 17mm

You can see the rest at http://www.zonguitars.com/zonguitars/sonustj5.html

Keep in mind that the neck dimensions are for a 6-string, not a 5-string on that page.

[AJ Brown]

Originally Posted by AJ Brown

Last price drop folks... $3300 shipped! I can't believe nobody has scooped this up, it's in absolute MINT condition. I swear... no dings, scratches or signs of use whatsoever. I could really put this back on the wall at Atlanta Bass Gallery and nobody would know I ever touched it.

EDIT: The only signs of use are wear on the D-tuner, very faint "scratches" under the E and A strings on the fretboard, and on the pickup covers which is barely noticeable unless you move a string to the side.

[jzucker]

34 or 35?

[AJ Brown]

Originally Posted by jzucker

34 or 35?

34"

[AJ Brown]

Lots of interesting offers, but sorry no trades. Still available.

[ghiadub]

Beautiful bass - Let me know if you change your mind on the trade - I have a Rob Allen 5er

[AJ Brown]

Still available folks.