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For trade Muckelroy Ensemble Custom 4 (TRADE FEELER)

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Up for trade is an incredible 2021 Muckelroy Ensemble Custom 4

I've been back and forth on letting this one go, but I'm going to leave it up as a trade feeler for now.

Features:

-33” Scale
-Flamed Maple Top and Headstock Cap
-Ebony Fingerboard
-3-Piece Maple Neck
-Alder Body
-Kent Armstrong Custom Dual Coil Pickups (Switchable)
-Muckelroy 3-Band Preamp
-Active/Passive Push-Pull Toggle
-Passive Tone Control
-Hipshot Tuners
-Hipshot A Style Bridge
-Slight Fingerboard Tilt (Better vision of the front face while playing)
-Dunlop Dual Design Strap-locks
-Tort Control Cavity Covers
-1.5” Nut Width
-18mm String Spacing At the Bridge (Adjustable)
-Currently strung up with TI Jazz flats.
-7 lb. 9 oz. on my postal scale
-Reunion Blues Gig Bag
-Finished in June of 2021

I got this one in a trade from the original owner here on Talkbass. It came to me with Aguilar Electronics that sounded pretty great, but I wanted added versatility and coil switching.

I sent it back to Brady at Muckelroy Basses, and he swapped out the electronics and control cavity covers for me. The new Kent Armstrong Dual Coils have 3-way toggles for Parallel, Single-Coil, and Series modes for each pickup. This gives you tons of different tonal options, and the Muckelroy Preamp is also a huge improvement over the original Aguilar OBP.

The bass is in very good to excellent condition and is currently set up with a nice straight neck, low action, and solid intonation.

Brady is one of the best luthiers out there, and this Muck is truly an incredible instrument.

Open to Trades for 4 or 5 string basses 34” Scale or Shorter +/- $$$ in either direction. Local deals preferred, but I'm open to shipping for the right trade.

Trade Value: $3000

Let me know if you have any questions

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Matt Power

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Jul 2, 2000
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Magnolia, TX
Arguably the best 4 on TB FS right now. I have a remarkably similar bass, HMC4 quilted maple/Spanish cedar/ebony board, 1.5 nut, 33" scale. Plays like pure lightning. I am sure this bass is of the same level of craftsmanship and playability as mine. An absolute STEAL at this price. Someone will find their "forever bass" in this one!
 

naetog

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May 26, 2006
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Chico, CA
Arguably the best 4 on TB FS right now. I have a remarkably similar bass, HMC4 quilted maple/Spanish cedar/ebony board, 1.5 nut, 33" scale. Plays like pure lightning. I am sure this bass is of the same level of craftsmanship and playability as mine. An absolute STEAL at this price. Someone will find their "forever bass" in this one!

My thoughts exactly!

My two HMC are not even close to this level of fancy, but they are by far the best basses I've ever owned or played.
This one looks amazing too.
 

31HZ

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Feb 26, 2006
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That is a thick top! I'm glad that it's not a 5, because it's just gorgeous. :woot:
 

mb94952

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You guys are making my mouth water. "Arguably the best 4 on TB" is a bold statement and for two of you to agree says a lot. I've never played one of heard of them. I'm sure curious. I used to have a bass with dual coil taps and it's a neat feature.
 

Matt Power

Supporting Member
Jul 2, 2000
2,511
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Magnolia, TX
Seriously not an exaggeration. Just pull the trigger. Then, you can quietly let your GAS subside. They're just outstanding playing, sounding, responding, speaking MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, not just a bass. They're really hard to wring out all if the nuances and colors you get. The closest thing I can compare it to is one of Cliff Bordwell's CB Basses. Very woody, punchy, fat, growly. You can't lose, my friend.
 

naetog

Supporting Member
May 26, 2006
1,564
1,800
Chico, CA
Seriously not an exaggeration. Just pull the trigger. Then, you can quietly let your GAS subside. They're just outstanding playing, sounding, responding, speaking MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, not just a bass. They're really hard to wring out all if the nuances and colors you get. The closest thing I can compare it to is one of Cliff Bordwell's CB Basses. Very woody, punchy, fat, growly. You can't lose, my friend.
Agreed, 100%. There is no downside here.

I stumbled into my Mucks while looking for medium scale things, and it's the best decision I've made regarding a bass.
The only basses I've not had to 'get used to' for lack of a better term. They just feel right. So light and so well balanced.

And, they will make you play better. Or let you play better. Seriously. There's some magic in these instruments.

Spoil yourself. Come into the Muck. You'll be glad you did.
 

mb94952

Endorsing Artist : SFARZO STRINGS
Inactive
Supporting Member
Apr 16, 2007
9,437
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Petaluma, California 94952
www.reverbnation.com
How does a 33" feel to a 34" ? Is it even noticeable ? As for my Cirrus vs my RJIV for example, 34" vs 35" is noticeable, kind of...but not sure it's enough to be a deal breaker.
 

Chip_Douglas

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Mar 14, 2017
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I’ve heard it referred to as a cheat code if you’re used to a 34” scale. Honestly, it’s not all that noticeable to me. Everything seems a little bit easier to play because it’s a bit less of a stretch.
 
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