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For sale FS 2006 Ritter Roya "Purple Flame"

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Up for sale is my recently acquired Ritter Roya. Wonderful craftmanship, playability, tonally, this bass has it! THE ONLY reason I am selling is I have incurable GAS for a custom build to be named later, so no trades please. The condition is 9.6 out of 10, no dents scratches, hardware discoloration, anything of that nature. There is a small crack in the surface finish between the neck pickup and the neck pocket, I've seen this on other Ritters, so it's not uncommon and has no affect on playability or mechanics of the bass. There is slight wear on the fretboard where the color is lighter due to someone playing with a wedding band, but almost unnoticeable. The following is the information from Jens himself:

This Instrument is an exclusively hand-crafted unique product.
10.01.2007 Deidesheim / Germany
Luthier
Jens Ritter
Instrument - Identification - Number:
0645
Shape Roya
Number of Strings 5
Fretted
Neck-Color "Flieder"
Body-Color "Flieder"
Hardwarecolor Gold
Body-Wood Mahogany
Body-Top Flamed Maple
Body-Finish Transparent High Gloss
Neck-Wood Flamed Maple
Construction Bold on 3-Piece
Neck-Finish Transparent High Gloss
Fingerboard Flamed Maple
Scale 35" (889mm)
Elektronics RITTER MASTER Parametric
Pickup Neckposition RITTER Slimbucker
Pickup Bridgeposition RITTER Slimbucker
Bridge / String Attachment Ritter 3D / B1String Attachment
Tuners RITTER BT - Custommade by Gotoh
Nut Bone
Strap Buttons Schaller Security Locks
Weight 3,9kg ( 8,58 lbs)
Fretted

The only modifications I have made are replacing the Schaller strap buttons with Dunlops. I have a Ritter Strap and two sets of Ritter Black Knight strings for it, as well as the light hard case for it. Currently strung with Neon Pink DR's but those will soon come off in favor of the black Ritter strings.

Asking price is $4,250.00 shipped anywhere in the CONUS. Paypal preferred. Will consider overseas shipping, but contact me first as buyer will assume all overseas shipping charges and taxes.

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Thanks for looking, please PM me for additional pics or questions.

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Jeff Roller

Jeff Roller

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tkcthulu said:
How could you part with such a beauty
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Well, it's a common thread for some of us, I am truly, TRULY blessed to have the basses I have, I am very fortunate. I also am blessed with a lovely wife who enables and supports me to a POINT, and that point has been crossed. I need to sell her for another acquisition, if it were not so, this bass would be staying forever! Very rare color for a Ritter, as rare as Ritters are to begin with, super light at 8.5 lbs. and TONS of tonal options, very low action and even unplugged this bass sings with a beautiful voice. The mahogony back just adds to the warmth, anyone buying this bass has a money back guarantee (within reason). If you buy this bass, play it for 24 hours and don't agree it's for you, return it for a full refund once you pay return shipping. The Ritter comfort strap and two sets of Ritter Black Knight strings are an added 200+ value I'm throwing in.
 
kesslari

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Bump for an incredibly beautiful bass. I'm a big fan of purple, and can't recall ever seeing it look more lovely than on this bass.
 
stix_clgi

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rollerberg2000 said:
Well, it's a common thread for some of us, I am truly, TRULY blessed to have the basses I have, I am very fortunate. I also am blessed with a lovely wife who enables and supports me to a POINT, and that point has been crossed. I need to sell her for another acquisition, if it were not so, this bass would be staying forever! Very rare color for a Ritter, as rare as Ritters are to begin with, super light at 8.5 lbs. and TONS of tonal options, very low action and even unplugged this bass sings with a beautiful voice. The mahogony back just adds to the warmth, anyone buying this bass has a money back guarantee (within reason). If you buy this bass, play it for 24 hours and don't agree it's for you, return it for a full refund once you pay return shipping. The Ritter comfort strap and two sets of Ritter Black Knight strings are an added 200+ value I'm throwing in.
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....and you're parting with this one:eek:...geez, I wonder what other basses you have lol!! This bass is amazing!!!!
 
Jeff Roller

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Mound of Sound said:
I'd be all over this if it weren't for the Dunlop straplocks.
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Very funny! For the Ritter "Purists" out there I have the original Schaller strap locks in very good condition and will deign to swap them out at a potential buyer's request.
 
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Falls over dead. :eek: :help:

That is just FINE. There is no other word for it. And not ridiculously priced by any means.

If I were more fond of Ritter necks I'd have no choice but to buy it. That's not to say there's anything *wrong* with Ritter necks. It's just a personal preference thing... Everyone should have a chance to hold one of these beauties, savor it, and see if it's the bass for you.
 
Jeff Roller

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pocketmonster said:
Falls over dead. :eek: :help:

That is just FINE. There is no other word for it. And not ridiculously priced by any means.

If I were more fond of Ritter necks I'd have no choice but to buy it. That's not to say there's anything *wrong* with Ritter necks. It's just a personal preference thing... Everyone should have a chance to hold one of these beauties, savor it, and see if it's the bass for you.
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The neck is very comfortable, every time I play it I think "Rickenbaker" but maybe because I got used to playing a painted neck.

If you are referring to Jens' string spacing, which he refers to as "progressive" it is comfortable and easy to get used to. The bridge is easily adjustable to a more "familiar" spacing of 18 to 19 mm if you wish.
 
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pocketmonster

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rollerberg2000 said:
The neck is very comfortable, every time I play it I think "Rickenbaker" but maybe because I got used to playing a painted neck.

If you are referring to Jens' string spacing, which he refers to as "progressive" it is comfortable and easy to get used to. The bridge is easily adjustable to a more "familiar" spacing of 18 to 19 mm if you wish.
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Yes, the neck is quite similar to Rickenbacker. That's a good point of reference for someone who hasn't been lucky enough to hold a Ritter. I was referring to the shape, specifically, nothing to do with the spacing. I dig the adjustable spacing on Ritters... all basses should offer that feature.

Best wishes for a quick sale!
 
ModuMan

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Gorgeous bass!

I have a similar arrangement with my wife and "the line" is pretty close. But she loves purple...
 
A.Scovanner

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Is that the same purple one that Brian had at Low End last year? If so, I spent many a late night staring at his web site and (unsuccessfully) trying to figure out how to rationalize that purchase..... :) Sorry you have to sell it, but good luck bump nonetheless.
 
Thor2

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LOVE it - wish I had the scratch.

If anyone has any conection to Prince (or is he still the Artist formally known as Prince) - I'm sure he would be interested - no joke!
 
Jeff Roller

Jeff Roller

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A.Scovanner said:
Is that the same purple one that Brian had at Low End last year? If so, I spent many a late night staring at his web site and (unsuccessfully) trying to figure out how to rationalize that purchase..... :) Sorry you have to sell it, but good luck bump nonetheless.
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Yes, this is the same bass listed on Low End last year. I did the same as you, I spent many hours scheming on how to get it and finally did! For those who don't know, Brian is a great guy I recommend doing business with him at Low End!
 
Jeff Roller

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I really want to keep this bass, but my dream bass is arriving within the week, and this one DESERVES to be played, its an instant conversation starter about Jens Ritter and the fine instruments coming out of Deideshiem. Please, no trades, and no low balls, I will keep the beauty before I give it away!
 

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