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Old 08-11-2006, 10:06 AM
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Nordstrand NJ4: For Sale Now!

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Hi guys, I'm looking to move my Nordstrand NJ4. This is one of the most comfortable, easy-playing basses that I've ever owned. If it had a different pickup arrangemnt I'd be keeping it forever - I've just found that I'm not a 2xJ type of guy. And since this is one of Carey's earliest pieces there's no way I'm not going to keep it stock - it'd be a sin to re-route it for another pickup configuration.

NOW FOR SALE since I've just purchased a Wal!!!!

The specifics follow the photos. But here's what Bunny Bass has to say about it: Once again it is with genuine pleasure that we are able to feature another exquisitely crafted bass guitar from Carey Nordstrand. This particular bass we are told, once belonged to Carey himself. The craftsmanship, sound and playability of this NJ4 are just as good as it gets! In comparison to the NJ4 Deluxe myrtle, the neck on this bass feels just a bit slimmer even though the width at the nut is the same. There is a little noticeable difference in the fretboard to neck crown depth-more of a flat oval shape. The NJ4 is a killer bass either for the finger style or thump and pop style. The tone is clear and focused with nice transparent highs on the snaps against the fretbaoard. The Aguilar OBP-3 offers a really good adjustable tone palette with nice cut and boost on the selected frequencies. The string action is super low on the fretboard with no buzz at all. Carey Nordstrand again proves that he is an expert craftsman and has achieved a level of excellence in his basses that is the result of many hours of patience, dedication and just plain hard work.

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Dimensions
Scale Length: 34 inches.
Neck Shape: Flat oval.
Width at Nut: 1-1/2 inches.
String Width at Bridge: 2-5/16 inches.
Overall Length: 43-1/4 inches.
Widest: 12-1/2 inches.
Weight: 9.2 pounds.

Construction
Neck: Three piece wenge, bolt-on, four bolts with chrome recessed receptors, angled headstock, matching paduak headstock overlay, MOP script "N" logo.
Fingerboard: Bubinga, twenty-four frets, small MOP dots on the upper edge, ebony nut.
Body: One piece padauk.
Finish: Oil finish.

Hardware
Bridge: HipShot B style, bright chrome finish, adjustable for string height and intonation.
Tuners: HipShot UltraLites, satin chrome finish.
Strap buttons: Chrome finish, surface mounted, non-locking.
Outputs: 1/4" mono, top body mounted.

Electronics
Pickups: Two Nordstrand NJ4SE's, black pickup covers with exposed pole pieces.
Controls: One volume, one pickup blend, one bass, mid and treble. All knobs have knurled sides, smooth tops and a bright chrome finish.
Preamp: Aguilar OBP-3, nine volt power supply.

Condition
Fret wear: Nearly none.
Superficial wear: A small indent at the upper rear edge of the body. The edge of the neck heel that is exposed beyond the fretboard has a bit of discoloration.
Deep wear: None.
Other: None.
Hardware wear: Some light scratches on the E and D tuner paddles, a bit of discoloration on the A tuner paddle. There is some pitting on the flat area of the bridge which maybe some cleaning would remedy.
Pickups wear: A bit of light scuffing, not really that noticeable unless it is seen in a certain angle to the light.
Overall Condition: Mint minus.

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Old 08-11-2006, 03:28 PM
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I have an NJ4 Deluxe and it is one ridiculously fine bass. The only differences between the Deluxe and this model are that the top woods and electronics. My bass feels and looks incredibly smooth and flawless. I prefer it to most if not all other high end basses Ive played.
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Old 08-11-2006, 03:48 PM
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I had this bass for a short while while I was in Switzerland waiting for my 6 string Nordie to be built. This is a great bass in every way.
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Old 09-07-2006, 01:07 PM
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OK, I just found and purchased a Wal ProIIe (photo below):



So now the Nordstrand is for sale... I'd love to get $2200.00 but feel free to make a realistic offer! Thanks,

Dave
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Old 09-10-2006, 05:11 PM
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Bumpity-bump-bump! Anyone interested at $2,000.00? Feel free to make an offer!
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I'll take that WAL!!!
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