Yamaha Nathan East BB NE 2 for sale

Virgil · #1 10-21-2009, 09:56 AM

I am selling my Yamaha Nathan East Signature Bass (BB NE 2)
It is in mint condition, no dings, or dents. Nathan East actually autographed it. I have photographs of it attached of Nathan himself signing it. It is an incredible bass, and I hate to part with it. Asking $1,850. Has new DR Low Riders. Comes with a hardshell case.

VroomVroom · #2 10-21-2009, 10:54 AM

All the best with the sale, Virgil. Bump for a wonderful fellow, and for a terrific bass...with Nate mojo going for it, no less!

Virgil · #3 10-21-2009, 11:57 AM

Thanks for the kind words.

bpwb · #4 10-21-2009, 12:14 PM

I had one of these and sold it only because I am just not a five string player. If it wasn't for that, this guy would be my go-to bass. Can't say enough good about them. Awesome fit and finish, awesome tone and very comfortable and easy to play with a wide variety of tonal possibilities. One of the most underrated basses around.

Bump for a gem!

Virgil · #5 10-21-2009, 01:37 PM

I could not have said it better. Some lucky person will get a great bass. This sell is especially painful because Nathan East is my favorite bassist.

bpwb · #6 10-21-2009, 01:53 PM

I hear ya brother. I shed a few tears when I waived goodbye to mine. I had the black one. She was just the cat's pajamas!

T-MOST · #7 10-21-2009, 02:10 PM

Great bass! How is the autograph holding up? Will it rub off with playing?

bpwb · #8 10-21-2009, 02:38 PM

Wish they made a four string version of that bass. I would be all over it!

Virgil · #9 10-21-2009, 02:41 PM

The autograph is on the horn where I don't touch. I keep the bass in the case when I am not using it, so it has not faded. So far so good. I called several companies to see whether they had a product that I could use to cover it, but they did not. I rarely let others play it for fear that they will smear it, but it's holding up well. Nathan East also has autographs on his bass, but they are located on the back of the body.

Joebone · #10 10-24-2009, 06:57 PM

bump for a great bass - these are very nice instruments.

Supertanker · #11 10-26-2009, 12:07 AM

I heard this bass at BBC.

It's the one of the best sounding Jazz Basses I've ever heard.

I love the way it sounds...

2notes · #12 10-26-2009, 09:22 AM

nice bass! PM'ed =)

Virgil · #13 10-27-2009, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supertanker

I heard this bass at BBC.

It's the one of the best sounding Jazz Basses I've ever heard.

I love the way it sounds...

Are you attending the BC this year? I can't wait; that's my vacation.

Supertanker · #14 10-27-2009, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Virgil

Are you attending the BC this year? I can't wait; that's my vacation.

I hope so.

It's my family reunion!

That's the most fun I have all year...

SteveC · #15 12-26-2009, 06:13 AM

Is this still for sale?

Virgil · #16 12-26-2009, 05:29 PM

Yes it is. I played it today....nice axe.

1funkyboy · #17 06-03-2010, 05:05 AM

is this baby still for Sale ?

TRBman · #18 06-03-2010, 06:11 AM

Great bass Virgil!
so i'm enjoying for a free bump!
2 year's ago he came to make his
last video promotion in Paris,Fr
and Nathan is just a such kind guy!
his signature bass have so fine sound
and a great easy neck to play.

SteveC · #19 06-08-2010, 01:49 PM

Is the NE2 a 35" scale or 34" like the original?
I've been looking for a "high end" bass to replace my Yamaha BB605 that I love. I was looking at Sadowsky, Roscoe, etc., but never thought of looking "close to home" so to speak.

SteveC · #20 06-15-2010, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Virgil

This sell is especially painful because Nathan East is my favorite bassist.

He is a great player. If I could be anyone, I think it would be him. Between studio work with everyone, tours with Clapton, his gig with Fourplay, etc., what more could you want? Playing a variety of genres with a host of artists. Dream gig if you ask me...not to mention a signature bass by a great company. I'd rather have a Yamaha signature bass than a Fender or Warwick or whoever.