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For sale FBB ESC Spaceman 6

$3,250.00 $2,350.00
or best offer
Location
Illinois, United States
Strings
6
Trades
  1. For Trade
Status
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Greetings,
It is with deep regret that I have to let my "Bucket List" Bass go but medical bills have to be paid :(
If you are here then you know the legendary craft & value Matt puts into his work, each instrument is hand made and nothing is mass produced! (except for maybe some of the components he sources out)
Arguably his masterpieces can compete with the best of them!

Ca$h is King although trades are considered if some is coming my way!

Tonewoods:
Black Limba Core
River Oak Center
AAAA Claro Walnut Top
Headstock:
(Veneer made from the top wood)
Sapele Bolt On Neck With Jatoba & Maple Stringers
Ebony Fingerboard

Hardware:
Hipshot Bridge (Black On Brass)
Hipshot Ultralight Tuners
25:Frets:
(Mando fret wire, Same as Sheldon Uses)
2 X 24" BR Truss Rods
Corian Nut
Black Anodized Brass Knobs

Electronics:
Nordstrand P4 DC6 Pickups
Nordstrand 3B-5B 3 Band 18v Pre:
Volume (Push/Pull Active & Passive)
Pan (Center Detent)
Mid (Center Detent Push/Pull)
Stacked Bass & Treble (Center Detent)
Passive Tone (Push Pull w Tone Drop)

Specs:
2.125 Nut
20" FB Radius
19mm string spacing @ the bridge
35" Scale
10 Lbs

If you're a fan of Claro Walnut, then it simply doesn't get much better than this!
I'm not a big fan of Single Cut Basses but When Matt first showed me the blanks, I told him to go with a body style that would preserve the most of this incredible specimen as possible! (short of a "Bo Didley" :roflmao:)
Pictures simply don't do it justice and the only thing better than its looks is the tone of this beast!
Every note clear and precise, very consistent from top to bottom, no dead spots, buzzing etc
You can literally dial up any tone you want, please note that I had the PU'S wired in series as that would produce more "mids" (which BTW I have never heard better!)
The construction/build quality is like nothing I have ever owned, if need be you can get downright Medieval with this thing!

So there you have it, make a move before I come to my senses and/or hours pickup @ work!

Please note that the negotiated price does not include S/H/I

Cheers :thumbsup:

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Comments

rockosocko

Supporting Member
Sep 14, 2008
927
391
I own two FBB's, and I can vouch for both the build quality and tone of these basses. Whoever buys this will be grateful that the did, GLWTS!
 

StephnG

Supporting Member
Oct 1, 2014
848
2,507
Belvidere, IL
A Bump & price drop!
If anyone knows the value of these masterpieces, it's the fine folks on this forum! Most unfortunate I have to let her go over Med Bills :bawl: But that's the way it goes, willing to be flexible on terms, PM me for more details :thumbsup:
Thanks
 

StephnG

Supporting Member
Oct 1, 2014
848
2,507
Belvidere, IL
BUMP!!
Cmon TBers If anyone knows the quality of FBB it's the folks on this forum!
This is one fine example of Matts Master Craft!
Surgery is coming up & I REALLY need the funds SO dropping the price in hopes I can find her a good home!
My loss will definitely be your gain!
Cheers
 

StephnG

Supporting Member
Oct 1, 2014
848
2,507
Belvidere, IL
Time to give this beast a serious BUMP
This by far is one of Matt's finest creations as we meticulously went over every detail & nuance of this masterpiece with absolute scrutiny!!
So C'mon TBers all this time & not even a nibble?
What's up with that? If anyone knows about FBB Basses, it's the people on this forum! This fine example of Matt's master craftmanship truly deserves a good home so I will take a hit & drop the price again in hopes that someone comes to their senses before I come to mine. I would also consider trades with cash coming my way for semi hollow Gibson or Eastman guitars or possibly other 5 or 6 bangers.
Would make a GREAT stocking stuffer!
Please PM me if you have any questions...

Cheers
 

icehead

Supporting Member
Apr 26, 2011
146
213
Antioch, TN
Never heard of that brand. I can’t even find it online anywhere. No reviews anywhere. Is this just a small custom shop I’m just curious….the bass is stunning
 

StephnG

Supporting Member
Oct 1, 2014
848
2,507
Belvidere, IL
Hey Icehead,
Thanks for your interest!
Yes FBB is small custom shop although Matt's work is second to none!
I bought & sold a few of his pieces here & locally before I commissioned one to my exact specs. There are numerous examples of his masterpieces here on TB & they wouldn't be too hard to find, if you look further back in the chain, there are some folks that own & can vouch for his craftmanship!
(There may be an FBB club here)
Thanks again & if you need some additional info, feel free to PM me!
Cheers,
Stephen
 
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