Sadowsky 5-24

drgroove111 · #1 11-29-2011, 12:01 PM

Sadowsky NYC 24 position in Excellent Condition
$3200+SHIPPING, CASH SALE ONLY / NO TRADES

Ok Fellow TB'ers, this is a tough decision but a well thought out decision none the less.

Just picked this Beauty up from Rwider and find myself loving it in every way, yet veering back toward my primary instrument (which has been a blessing and a curse for 15 yrs!!!)

Anyway, it is a sweeet instrument with an absolutely amazing "cut through the mix" Sadowsky growl!!! IT IS A VERY SIMPLE SCENARIO; I could never justify keeping a gorgeous instrument that was not being used.

CASH SALE ONLY / NO TRADES

Sadowsky NYC 24 position in Excellent Condition

FINISH |
Natural
BODY |
Amboyna Burl on Mahogany
FINGERBOARD |
Brazilian Rosewood, 12" Radius, 1 7/8" Nut Width, Vintage Tint
PICKGUARD |
None
HARDWARE |
Black
PICKUPS |
Sadowsky Soapbars
WEIGHT |
7.8 lbs. (3.54 kg)

$3200 (plus shipping) echeck/bank transfer/money order preferred Shipped Conus in a nice Sadowsky Ultralite

Plastic still on the pick guard

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drgroove111 · #2 11-29-2011, 12:06 PM

VERY IMPORTANT FYI BUMP!!!;

The most commonly asked question regarding this bass is...;

"Does the Mohagony body make it less bright, or TOO warm???"

As moses is my witness, I plug this bass in and it is as snarly as any ash or maple body J Bass that i have played. Sorry folks, the Mohagony did not tame this one.

A further note, I spoke with Kevin at Sadowsky who told me before I purchaed this bass that the Mohagony would not be a measurable factor in this basses sound. He was emphatically clear that the tone would primarily come from the fingerboard... Period

He was right...

**moore.jcm** · #3 11-29-2011, 12:11 PM

Nice looking bass!

slamsinger · #4 11-29-2011, 03:55 PM

Wow that was fast socks!!!!

Jerry Ziarko · #5 11-29-2011, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drgroove111

VERY IMPORTANT FYI BUMP!!!;

The most commonly asked question regarding this bass is, Does the Mohagony body make it less bright, or TOO warm???

As moses is my witness, I plug this bass in and it is as snarly as any ash or maple body J Bass that i have played. Sorry folks, the Mohagony did not tame this one.

A further note, I spoke with Kevin at Sadowsky who told me before I purchaed this bass that the Mohagony would not be a measurable factor in this basses sound. He was emphatically clear that the tone would primarily come from the fingerboard... Period

He was right...

That kind of leaves me curious. That snarl is part of the Sadowsky Modern sound, but at the same time I would think of all the Modern wood/fingerboard combinations, that one would have the least amount. Compared to a maple J probably, but A/B to an ash/maple Modern, not so much. In any case, that is an amazing wood combination that someone like me would be happy to own.

bottomzone · #6 11-29-2011, 06:35 PM

Amazing looking bass!!!

A Groove is a Terrible Thing to Waste!

rwider · #7 11-30-2011, 09:39 AM

I've owned a few NYC Sadowskys and this one was a "keeper in my eyes". Beautiful, plays fantastic, great modern tone and 24 fret. Don't hesitate on this one...........

drgroove111 · #8 11-30-2011, 04:33 PM

Definitely don't hesitate! I already have some SERIOUS interest on this one...

I'd be surprised if it is not gone by weeks end...

drgroove111 · #9 11-30-2011, 04:40 PM

For Sure Jerry! I think the preamp and pickups on these modern basses would make a piece of plywood sound good! lol!!!

In all seriousness, when it is in passive mode, I hear a bit more "warmth" to the instrument than when in active mode.

It only makes this bass super versatile.

going,....going,.........

Jerry Ziarko · #10 11-30-2011, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drgroove111

For Sure Jerry! I think the preamp and pickups on these modern basses would make a piece of plywood sound good! lol!!!

Not that far from the truth there!

I had a ash/maple Metro Modern, that killed. Different strokes, but I never quite cared for it passive. Still regretting letting that one go.

drgroove111 · #11 12-01-2011, 11:11 AM

BUMP!!! Thanks for all of the interest on this one! It is a beauty for sure!!!!

drgroove111 · #12 12-01-2011, 07:23 PM

All pms answered

I WILL ship internationally!!!

drgroove111 · #13 12-03-2011, 09:12 PM

Bump; Thanks for all the fantastic trade offers. I really would need to keep this one a straight cash deal....

rwider · #14 12-05-2011, 08:55 AM

Used to be mine, sweet bass bump

drgroove111 · #15 12-05-2011, 08:34 PM

Bump; WOW THIS BASS IS LIGHT WEIGHT!!!!

Jerry Ziarko · #16 12-05-2011, 09:51 PM

You're really trying to ruin my Christmas, aren't you?

Robin Ruscio · #17 12-06-2011, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drgroove111

VERY IMPORTANT FYI BUMP!!!;

The most commonly asked question regarding this bass is...;

"Does the Mohagony body make it less bright, or TOO warm???"

As moses is my witness, I plug this bass in and it is as snarly as any ash or maple body J Bass that i have played. Sorry folks, the Mohagony did not tame this one.

A further note, I spoke with Kevin at Sadowsky who told me before I purchaed this bass that the Mohagony would not be a measurable factor in this basses sound. He was emphatically clear that the tone would primarily come from the fingerboard... Period

He was right...

I had similar conversation with Kevin yesterday, which confirmed my feeling that the fingerboard wood is more important than the body.

That being said, with this Brazilian board, don't you find this to be more open, sweet, and warm than ash, ebony, or morado?

I'm contemplating a Sadwosky 24-5 with a Brazilian board, so I'm curious. This one is tempting . . .

drgroove111 · #18 12-06-2011, 12:21 PM

SOLD....