Craigslist Score! -- Kubicki Content

AJ Brown · #1 08-04-2010, 11:47 AM

I was just purusing CL adds using http://www.allofcraigs.com/ and came across an ad for an '89 Kubicki. Looked to be in pretty good shape so I set up a meeting.

Well when I met him to look at it, it was in pristine condition. Apparently his ex-wife played this one summer for about 6 gigs and it's been in the case ever since. The paint doesn't have one ding, scratch or otherwise, and the screwheads are just starting to get a tad of rust but the tuners, preamp, neck, frets, etc are in incredible shape.

Not bad for only $800.

The fretboard is now soaking in some baby oil...

cybersnyder · #2 08-04-2010, 11:48 AM

I'm jealous!

DWBass · #3 08-04-2010, 11:48 AM

Damn! Why can I never find deals like this?!?!

Wilbyman · #4 08-04-2010, 11:49 AM

Cool! Nice score!

AJ Brown · #5 08-04-2010, 11:50 AM

I figure this is my one-time score. I usually don't find these either.

TolerancEJ · #6 08-04-2010, 11:57 AM

So Lucky!! That is awesome!

kjpollo · #7 08-04-2010, 11:58 AM

Congrats Andy!
Where did you find it?

AJ Brown · #8 08-04-2010, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by kjpollo

Congrats Andy!
Where did you find it?

Thanks!

It came from North Windham, CT - I just did a search for "Kubicki Bass" on allofcraigs.com on a whim.

Randall · #9 08-04-2010, 12:02 PM

Wow. Gotta love those closet finds.

AJ Brown · #10 08-04-2010, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Randall

Wow. Gotta love those closet finds.

oh yeah. That's exactly what this was.

Bassconbeatz · #11 08-04-2010, 06:37 PM

Congrats. That's a super find. Is that an Ex-Factor? The one with the drop down "D" tuner. You have to give us some more Kubicki porn,,, please

AJ Brown · #12 08-05-2010, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Bassconbeatz

Congrats. That's a super find. Is that an Ex-Factor? The one with the drop down "D" tuner. You have to give us some more Kubicki porn,,, please

More porn...

She feels brand new and plays like a dream.

Bottoms_Up! · #13 08-05-2010, 07:31 PM

I was "this close" to pulling the trigger on that puppy! Congrats! Looks fantastic!

cybersnyder · #14 08-05-2010, 07:41 PM

Ok, I'm *really* jealous.

lbwdog · #15 08-05-2010, 07:48 PM

I never thought I would like one of these as I am a traditional Fender type guy, but about ten years ago, I played the sound check with Little Feat, using Kenny's bass. Man, I came away really impressed with it's playability and tone. I think he was running an SWR Goliath rig at the time. That partially influenced me to get a G III five years later.

I've kept my eyes peeled for a Kubicki since, but haven't found one in the price range I'm willing to spend. (It would have to be a similar bargain as this one)

Congrats!!

lowphatbass · #16 08-05-2010, 07:54 PM

A true modern classic. Most Factors saw a lot of action, it's incredibly rare to find one so minty fresh. You could flip that thing and make a heap of cash. It's only going to increase in value, especially if/when the economy recovers.

**TRichardsbass** · #17 08-09-2010, 01:24 PM

Hey, you changed the strap buttons! Looks like you added one on the bottom too!

I'm pissed, you got to this before I did...(yes, that is sour grapes ;-)

AJ Brown · #18 08-09-2010, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TRichardsbass

Hey, you changed the strap buttons! Looks like you added one on the bottom too!

I'm pissed, you got to this before I did...(yes, that is sour grapes ;-)

Yeah... I add Dunlop straplock buttons to all my basses. To make this thing complete, I just ordered replacement pickup adjustment screws from Phil. These are the only hardware that is showing any kind of rust.

TMBTC · #19 08-09-2010, 01:33 PM

Nice!!!