The Official Washburn Club (Redux!) - Page 13

Melonthief · #**241** 01-26-2013, 05:19 PM

Regarding the serial # on Status by Washburn :
The serial was not assigned until after the bass was assembled and passed inspection. I'm assuming this was to maintain sequence of numbers in case an instrument didn't pass-it didn't get a number.
The numbers were on a little foil sticker behind the non headstock. I'm guessing a lot of folks removed the stickers or the glue let go. The bodies are not stamped.

MEKer · #**242** 01-26-2013, 05:20 PM

bummer! Jaymi needs to know that.

psp742 · #**243** 01-27-2013, 10:41 AM

i'm Washburn member #24

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86' Washburn Force ABT B-30 metallic red MiJ Kasuga
S/N: K863424

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95' Washburn Bantam XB400 natural matte MiK
S/N: S6053895

**ronaldpdbrandt** · #**244** 01-27-2013, 11:04 AM

45 - Melonthief

Welcome, to both the Washburn club and to Talkbass!

**ronaldpdbrandt** · #**245** 01-27-2013, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MEKer

What is the serial number on that beautiful Force 8, please? Nice Ric btw!!

The Force 8's serial is 8202490. And thanks for the compliment on the Ric 4003, though I traded up (in a roundabout way) for a 4001V63, which makes me happy every day!

By the way, I think I have a line on a Dark Star, so the Force 8 MAY be going from FT to FS in the next day or two...or I might just keep it, actually.

Jaymi · #**246** 01-27-2013, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MEKer

bummer! Jaymi needs to know that.

For sure....that just means that I have no idea what the number is on mine...no sticker!

4nuexps · #**247** 01-27-2013, 11:21 AM

I am extremely new to bass (guitar all together actually) i cant get my e string in tune and i was told i need new strings. What would the best set of strings be to put on for more acoustic playing?

Melonthief · #**248** 01-27-2013, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 4nuexps

I am extremely new to bass (guitar all together actually) i cant get my e string in tune and i was told i need new strings. What would the best set of strings be to put on for more acoustic playing?

String preference is really really subjective, kind of like asking what's the best thing to have for dinner. Round wound strings, generally speaking, are going to make a more audible tone when you aren't plugged in. If you are talking about an acoustic bass then there are strings specifically made for acoustic basses available pretty much at any music store. Hope that helps!

Melonthief · #**249** 01-27-2013, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaymi

For sure....that just means that I have no idea what the number is on mine...no sticker!

I have found that the major drawback to being into old Washburn basses is that they don't appear to have kept any records of any kind !! I do remember hearing a story of Washburn having instruments made in Asia and then stamping them made in USA. Apparently the US government put a stop to it. Maybe there was some frantic document shredding one night........

MEKer · #**250** 01-27-2013, 05:39 PM

Ya'll heard the joke about Matsumoko-made Washburns?

1st Guy: Hey, do you love Matsumoko-made Washburns as much as I do?

2nd Guy: No. They suck.

1st Guy: No. F you, dude! YOU suck!

2nd Guy:

nyuck nyuck nyuck......

I know.....I know....

DISCLAIMER: I am not ashamed of the joke.

Melonthief · #**251** 01-27-2013, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MEKer

Ya'll heard the joke at Matsumoko-made Washburns?

1st Guy: Hey, do you love Matsumoko-made Washburns as much as I do?

2nd Guy: No. They suck.

1st Guy: No. F you, dude! YOU suck!

2nd Guy:

nyuck nyuck nyuck......

I know.....I know....

Whoosh! ( the sound of that one as it went over my head! )

MEKer · #**252** 01-27-2013, 06:44 PM

LOL. Just being silly.

psp742 · #**253** 01-27-2013, 08:24 PM

anyone know where and when Washburn Bantam XB400 are made? I am guessing Korea but i can't seem to find anymore information, the s/n S6053895.

Thank you for any information you can provide.

psp742 · #**254** 01-27-2013, 08:34 PM

MelonThief, I think some old Washburn had the s/n printed on paper stuck on the back of headstock... i have a 2000 Washburn Maverick BTM mini metallic red, s/n I80043620, there is a small sticker by base of neck near body that has model BTM

iriegnome · #**255** 01-28-2013, 04:55 PM

Some of the newer Washburns, you can tell the country of origin by the serial number. Rudy always thought he was being slick like that. Most of us who worked there thought it was pretty funny.

Melonthief · #**256** 01-28-2013, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by iriegnome

Some of the newer Washburns, you can tell the country of origin by the serial number. Rudy always thought he was being slick like that. Most of us who worked there thought it was pretty funny.

My interest in washburns ended when they stopped making them at the matsumoku factory.

MEKer · #**257** 01-28-2013, 08:27 PM

me too. Not to say newer basses are bad---not at all---good values...but...Matsumoko days.ahhhhh!

Melonthief · #**258** 01-28-2013, 11:56 PM

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Rare pic of Steve Harris with the force 40 BBR

DeMayunn · #**259** 01-29-2013, 04:36 AM

In which countries does washburn currently manufacture guitars and basses?

dereksilloway · #**260** 01-29-2013, 06:09 AM

If anyone has, or knows where one is currently for sale, I am looking to purchase a 6 string Washburn!
Help me out please!