Gave this beast a decent trial run for a few months. It's got a really unique sound, similar to a Music Man, but with its own deep-growling twist.
I've taken good care of it while I've had it (as I do with any instrument), but even I'm in awe of what kind of condition this thing is in.
It's not my cup of tea, but it's a really amazing bass that deserves a good home. It's in superb condition, and has one tiny little nick on the lower horn about the size of a pencil eraser. It's not really that noticeable, but just giving full disclosure.
Other than that, the fretwork and neck are like new. It's a 1999, and the neck is Ovangkol, the fretboard is Wenge. The body is Maple. The horn makes it very well balanced.
The finish is called "Nirvana Black", which is Warwick's proprietary colored oil-finish. This finish is really dark and smooth looking, and it has a satin-feeling to it when played. Don't even need a sweatband!
The neck is slimmer than you'd expect (if you're used to playing Warwicks). I think it might have something to do with the year, but when playing on a 5 string of a more modern era, there was a definite difference in grip. I'd say this [almost] vintage neck is way more comfortable.
As I said, the sound is like a MM Stingray. It's not QUITE the same, but it's in the same market.
Any questions will be answered.
Edit: More pics added. That nick is the only sign of use on the entire bass.
I've taken good care of it while I've had it (as I do with any instrument), but even I'm in awe of what kind of condition this thing is in.
It's not my cup of tea, but it's a really amazing bass that deserves a good home. It's in superb condition, and has one tiny little nick on the lower horn about the size of a pencil eraser. It's not really that noticeable, but just giving full disclosure.
Other than that, the fretwork and neck are like new. It's a 1999, and the neck is Ovangkol, the fretboard is Wenge. The body is Maple. The horn makes it very well balanced.
The finish is called "Nirvana Black", which is Warwick's proprietary colored oil-finish. This finish is really dark and smooth looking, and it has a satin-feeling to it when played. Don't even need a sweatband!
The neck is slimmer than you'd expect (if you're used to playing Warwicks). I think it might have something to do with the year, but when playing on a 5 string of a more modern era, there was a definite difference in grip. I'd say this [almost] vintage neck is way more comfortable.
As I said, the sound is like a MM Stingray. It's not QUITE the same, but it's in the same market.
Any questions will be answered.
Edit: More pics added. That nick is the only sign of use on the entire bass.
