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For sale FS: Pedulla Rapture 2000 J5 & '08 Fender P5

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Ok folks, I have decided that I want to move 2 of my basses and buy a Pedulla Thunderbass 5. If anyone has one they want to move, maybe we can work out a trade, but otherwise, these are only for sale.

The first one is a 2008 Fender American Standard P5 that i bought recently in the TB forums. Its set up great with DR flats and sounds thumpy as all get out. It did get some slight damage in transit (see pictures below), but its in perfect shape otherwise. Here is a link to the original thread (http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=509301). Comes with the Fender HSC and all case candy except for the strap and cable (i need those for practicing in my apt.). I should also note the bass has schaller strap locks on it, not the dunlops in the picture. I'm asking SOLD!!!!

[Got rid of the pics for the sake of people looking at the thread for the pedulla].


Next we have my 2003 Pedulla Rapture 2000 5 string Jazz bass. It is a GORGEOUS bass and i will definitely miss it, but i hope to buy another one in the future after i get a thunderbass. It has no major issues or dings to speak of...has some normal playing wear but its definitely in great shape. It has the 19mm string spacing and AAA maple body with Bird's eye maple board. Currently strung up with Sadowsky flats and it no longer has the dunlop strap locks on it. Comes with the Pedulla HSC (sorry i don't have the truss rod tool for this one, but they can be bought for cheap). This is definitely one of the best looking raptures i've seen. I'm asking $1450 Shipped. Here are the pics:
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Feb 9, 2003
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WoW!
First time I get exited by a Pedulla after selling my ET5 a year ago.
What's the weight on it?
How would you describe the sound? Does it feel/sound anything near the Thunderbass?
Great looking bass!
 

p0k

I play the bass and design things.
Feb 6, 2007
4,431
427
Brockton, MA
WoW!
First time I get exited by a Pedulla after selling my ET5 a year ago.
What's the weight on it?
How would you describe the sound? Does it feel/sound anything near the Thunderbass?
Great looking bass!

I think the weight is around 9-9.5 lbs or so, but i don't have a very good scale to go by so i can't promise thats super accurate...its definitely not HEAVY though. As far as sound goes, it sounds like a J bas son steroids...of course with the flats on there is a bit more thumpy, but you could change those out if you want. I've actually never played a thunderbass (which is why i want one!), so i can't really compare the two...the neck is thin and very fast. It definitely hurts to let this one go.
 
Jun 19, 2007
2,622
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Loudoun County VA (DC area)
Wow, that's the nicest looking Rapture I've seen.

I assume you're looking for a 5 string Thunderbass? I have a 4 string for sale/trade in case you're interested in that.
 

p0k

I play the bass and design things.
Feb 6, 2007
4,431
427
Brockton, MA
Wow, that's the nicest looking Rapture I've seen.

I assume you're looking for a 5 string Thunderbass? I have a 4 string for sale/trade in case you're interested in that.

Hey jim, yeah i'm definitely looking for a 5er, although i do remember yours...its beautiful!
 

winston

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May 2, 2000
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That's the snazziest Rapture I've ever seen (and that's coming from the owner of an Arctic Blue J-2000-5 and Candy Apple Red single-HB Rapture 4).

Be aware that a ThunderBass has quite a different sound from the Rapture (and the P5!) Since you have them both strung with flats I'm guessing you're going for more vintage warmth. I've also owned a ThunderBolt 6 and have played a number of ET ThunderBasses and MVP/Buzzes.

The exotic tops and internally active Bart soapbars (a la EMG) have a bright snappiness, while the neck-through construction, high-mass bridges, and ebony boards give them a more modern, articulate tone than the Rapture (even with flats). It's certainly not a bad thing (I'd love a 19mm ET5 someday), but it's just a different tonality than the bolt-on Rapture with passive Barts or a good ol' P-Bass.
 

p0k

I play the bass and design things.
Feb 6, 2007
4,431
427
Brockton, MA
That's the snazziest Rapture I've ever seen (and that's coming from the owner of an Arctic Blue J-2000-5 and Candy Apple Red single-HB Rapture 4).

Be aware that a ThunderBass has quite a different sound from the Rapture (and the P5!) Since you have them both strung with flats I'm guessing you're going for more vintage warmth. I've also owned a ThunderBolt 6 and have played a number of ET ThunderBasses and MVP/Buzzes.

The exotic tops and internally active Bart soapbars (a la EMG) have a bright snappiness, while the neck-through construction, high-mass bridges, and ebony boards give them a more modern, articulate tone than the Rapture (even with flats). It's certainly not a bad thing (I'd love a 19mm ET5 someday), but it's just a different tonality than the bolt-on Rapture with passive Barts or a good ol' P-Bass.

thanks for that little synopsis! I was actually goign to take the flats off the rapture if i kept it because i'm not really feeling that sound on it. i think i do want something brighter and articulate...i love my MVP and i thought a thunderbass might accentuate it nicely. oh and i definitely plan to get another rapture J5 someday...although i'm pretty positive it won't look so nice :)
 

Eminor3rd

BLAAAAARRGGHH!!
Feb 10, 2008
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Detroit
Wow, you're selling that rapture!

I understand the desire for an ET-5, though. Amazing, amazing instrument.

Good luck, wish it was coming my way!
 

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