Sadowsky Will Lee Prototype

[berklee46]

I apologize for the cliche, but never expected to sell this, but some family issues require the funds. I do reserve the right to change my mind though.

2009 Sadowsky Will Lee Prototype:

This was Will's for a while and he used it in the photo shoots for the flyers and promos introducing his signature model.

Click picture to supersize

Identical to production model with the exception of a slightly longer upper horn and recessed straplocks, Hipshot D-tuner, and truss rod & bridge tools mounted on rear of headstock.
Black pickup cover not shown in photos. Also includes custom made ramp (not currently mounted)


FINISH | Black Pearl
BODY | Swamp Ash
FINGERBOARD | Maple, 22 Frets, 12" Radius, 1.45" Nut Width
PICKGUARD | Black Pearl
HARDWARE | Chrome with D-Tuner
PICKUPS | Sadowsky Single Coil
WEIGHT | 8.70 lbs. (3.95 kg)
PREAMP | Sadowsky Preamp with Vintage Tone Control and Mid-Boost Circuit


I never gigged with bass and it's in excellent condition. Has a couple very minor marks that Will was kind enough to leave on the bass. All I could find was a small indentation on rear, one on side near jack, and a couple minor marks on headstock. I tried to make them show up in the photos.
Truly a one of a kind bass. $3550 shipped to lower 48.

Sadowsky Guitars | Will Lee Model

[pacojas]

pics?

[bass_lord_mutha]

That's just sick, man!

[berklee46]

[Jerry J]

This is really cool! Too bad Will didn't sign it.

[bobm2112]

What a great idea to mount the adjustment tools to the headstock!!

[sok monkee]

Awesome bass! Do you have a picture of the ramp, and was it built by Sadowsky as well?

Thanks Mike

[berklee46]

The ramp was made by my local tech. It fits perfectly since it's notched on the bottom for the pickguard.



As far as the case goes - you can have your choice of the Sadowsky Ultralite case / gig bag, or an InCase Slim Bag.
(I don't have a picture of the Slim handy, but they're very similar)
Also comes with the Sadowsky case candy:




Stock photo of Slim bag:

[jelly6466]

Bump, good luck with the sale my friend.

[berklee46]

Originally Posted by jelly6466

Bump, good luck with the sale my friend.

Thank you. I'll definitely regret it, but Will still have my old 89 Sadowsky and custom MM Sadowsky.

[Coelho]

cool bass!

[ToneMonkey]

OK, I gotta ask... what's the "ramp" for?

[darkbass]

Man if u gotta ask ..... LOL

[ToneMonkey]

If I gotta ask it means I don't know. That ever happen to you? Probably not.

Glad I could make your day by making you feel superior. What a freakin' d-bag.

[Eskimo Spy]

Isn't it easier just to answer the question?

Here's what a ramp is.

Ramps (also known as playing ramps)

[berklee46]

Originally Posted by Eskimo Spy

Isn't it easier just to answer the question?

Here's what a ramp is.

Ramps (also known as playing ramps)

Thank you.

[ToneMonkey]

Thanks guys.

[berklee46]

$3550 shipped

[berklee46]

The midrange control on the Will Lee model is pretty amazing, especially considering Roger didn't offer a midrange option on his preamp for 25 years and only offers it on this bass.

Here are a few reviews of the signature model:

Bass Player:
BassPlayer: Sadowsky Will Lee Model


TB's own Tom Bowlus' review in Bass Gear:
http://www.sadowsky.com/media/wl_mod...odelReview.pdf

A great interview with Roger discussing the Will Lee model:
http://www.sadowsky.com/media/wl_mod...agazine_44.pdf

[berklee46]

Killer bass bump