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Hey all, here is my new NYC 24-5. What a really nice bass. I'm looking to trade this for a NYC JJ 5 in the same condition. This bass is 3 weeks old. Just wanted to let you guys know here before I post it in the classifieds.
Sorry for the question but.... tell me WHY!! (are you selling it)
Also, the width at the nut is 1 3/4", a bit too narrow for me. I like the nut at 1 7/8".
Same here. I also had a stellar 24-Fret and even tho I didn't specifically trade it, ultimately, the goal was the same... replace it with a Sadowsky JJ5. The 24-Frets are fantastic instruments, but I'm just much happier with the JJ5.
I see.... years ago I had the same dilemma ... I solved the problem buying both. I know, it's a bit expensive solution but I am very happy.....Sorry guys, it's not my business but I could not resist.....
I am trying to hunt down a NYC JJ5 to buy. I got this 24-5 from a bass store here in Philly, brand new. So, I know they are out there somwhere.
What kind of idiot would have to own more than one Sadowsky? Huh?I see.... years ago I had the same dilemma ... I solved the problem buying both. I know, it's a bit expensive solution but I am very happy.....
I wish you luck. I looked for 3 or 4 months for a used NYC Vintage JJ5 ash/maple. I finally gave up and started a build in March. About a month ago Chasarms grabbed one but that is the only one I remember seeing that was Ash/maple and 59Burst. I hope you find what you are looking for but you might have to just put yours up for sale and start a build. Only you can decide when or if you finally give up and have exactly what you want built. I bought a used Metro UV70-5 to play until I get my NYC and was gonna flip it when I got the one that I am having built but I have decided to keep it also. Keep trying maybe you will get lucky and find exactly what you want.
Me too. I looked for a 59' burst Ash/Maple NYC forever. I final ordered one.
Take the plunge and order a new one -- and get exactly what you want. The stuff coming out of the shop these days is amazing.
+1 again.
I just got amazingly lucky on mine. Kismet. Karma. Whatever it was. The one I just barely missed at the shop somehow came back around to me via PM right after I'd sold my 24 Fret 5 and posted up the specs I was gonna' order. I couldn't jump on that fast enough.
I TOTALLY understand. That 24-Fret 5 I had was absolutely fantastic, and I gave it a good run for its money, but ultimately it just wasn't quite "me".
I think a new amp would help, but I don't know if I want to start all that. And with some savings, gig money and a sale, I could cut my credit card debt in half. We'll see what happens I guess. I really love Sadowsky basses, but I think I need a 24 fret JJ and I can't afford it. Better to pay off debt I think.
Same here..I owned a Metro (my first Sadowsky) and later an NYC 24-5. I always liked it, but never fell in love with it. I should have learned....I've owned 4 Smith's with the similar setup and ended up selling all of those too. I just think that basses with the soaps shifted towards the bridge are just not my thing. I still love all my other Sadowsky's though!
