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07-31-2011, 05:26 PM
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I do love this bass, but it covers a lot of the same tonal ground as my Nordy vJ5M (which has the same pickups and preamp, and same basic woods), so I'm offering up for sale my Nordstrand NX5. It has an ash body, myrtle burl top, and a kicking birdseye maple board. It originally had Dual Coils and an Aguilar OBP-3, but I had Carey swap it out for Big Singles and the Nordstrand 3-band pramp. The switches currently do nothing. Here are some pics (which were actually taken by Vic):     
This entire photo album can be viewed here.
Here is a link to a prior listing here on TalkBass which has even more deets and pics.
I am asking $3,000, shipped, within the lower 48. It does come with a nice padded "N-logo" gig bag. One of the zipper handles is partially broken, but still works. Other than that, the bass is in mint condition. It currently has Sadowsky Blues on it, but that set had a bad B-string, so I have I think a DR B-string on it right now.
Looking for a cash sale only at this point.
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07-31-2011, 05:28 PM
|  | Basses R Loaded! | | Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Centennial, Colorado | | | I owned this bass for a while. It's a peach! I traded it to Saluki for a Sadowsky. Should have kept it!
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07-31-2011, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by swpyne  I owned this bass for a while. It's a peach! I traded it to Cory for a Sadowsky. Should have kept it! | Fixed it for you.
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07-31-2011, 08:18 PM
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07-31-2011, 08:41 PM
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08-01-2011, 08:30 AM
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Staff, Bass Gear Magazine | | Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Central Illinois | | | I borrowed this bass from Cory (Saluki) for a few gigs (hence the pictures), and that was before the pickup/preamp swap... it sounded good then, but I bet it sound fantastic now. The neck profile and fit/finish is also classic Carey Nordstrand... also fantastic.
And we all know Tom, so clearly, don't hesitate on this! |
08-02-2011, 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Vic I borrowed this bass from Cory (Saluki) for a few gigs (hence the pictures), and that was before the pickup/preamp swap... it sounded good then, but I bet it sound fantastic now. | Yes, the Big Singles really brought the tone to life (it was a bit too laid back before, IMHO). More authority; more growl; more snap. That preamp made a big difference, too. |
08-02-2011, 08:07 AM
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What is the weight, scale length, and string spacing at the bridge please?
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08-02-2011, 08:16 AM
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Originally Posted by BIGREDSIX Hey Tom,
What is the weight, scale length, and string spacing at the bridge please? | The weight was high 9's as I remember when I weighed it. Not a feather, but not a beast, either. I'll let Tom confirm on this, but I'm pretty sure it's standard 19mm. The Nordstrand web site says 34.5" for the NX5, and I don't think this one is a custom scale, so I'm going with that, too.
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08-02-2011, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by funk generator Tom i really hate you right now ^_^ Beautiful bass! | I know a way to make us both happy!  |
08-02-2011, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Vic The weight was high 9's as I remember when I weighed it. Not a feather, but not a beast, either. I'll let Tom confirm on this, but I'm pretty sure it's standard 19mm. The Nordstrand web site says 34.5" for the NX5, and I don't think this one is a custom scale, so I'm going with that, too. | 9.8 lbs, 34.5" scale. Currently set to 19mm at the bridge, but since this is an A-style, you can tweak that, if you like. |
08-02-2011, 04:23 PM
|  | Registered User | | Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Francisco, CA | | | Beautiful bass! I'm tempted, but I have an NX5 somewhere on Carey's dance card I'm patiently awaiting. Otherwise, I'd swoop on this one for sure.
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08-02-2011, 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by tombowlus I know a way to make us both happy! | Lol believe me I would if I could! I love careys work! Been itching for another Nordy since i traded mine for a 55-94
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08-02-2011, 07:43 PM
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Endorsing Artist: AGUILAR AMPS, DUNLOP, EVIDENCE, LEJ BASSES | | | | | Beautiful bass! I'm selling this one's younger and less refined sister.... Same pre and pups, just not the pretty top. I love these basses!
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08-02-2011, 09:32 PM
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08-03-2011, 10:59 AM
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08-03-2011, 11:04 AM
| | Basses R Loaded! | | Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Centennial, Colorado | | This is a very nice bass. I also owned one of these with a bolt on neck and I much preferred this one. Very comfortable when playing in the upper register.......... |
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