SOLD Ken Smith BSR Elite 'G' - Exceptional

I just recently acquired this magnificent instrument in trade from the original owner. For those that know Ken Smith Basses, they know that this particular is considered a Golden Year. I can definitely see & hear why he kept this bass so long, it's spectacular! This was the second time I've ever played a Ken Smith and this bass really really impressed me. A shinning example and tribute to Ken Smith.

Since the previous owner had exceptional photos of this bass, I can't justify making my own.
I have placed the original owners comments in quotes.

"This is a stunning 1999 Ken Smith BSR Elite G in near-mint condition with a stunning exhibition grade quilted maple top." - Very very minor wear on this bass, if any at all. Yes, it's been played and yes it's been loved.....but there isn't anything that would show up in close-up photos.





"The neck is a 5 piece laminate of maple and bubinga. It plays like butter!"
You'd better believe it does!



"The quilted maple top and back are over a mahogany core. The bass is in flawless condition except for a hard-to-photograph scratch in the plastic rear cavity control cover. I can't find any other dings or scratches anywhere on the bass itself."

Fretboard appears to be Macassar Ebony based on my experience which works beautifully with Mahogany.



"The Smith humbuckers each have a series/parallel switch. The 3 band EQ is great, but the bass smokes in passive mode, too." - I whole heartedly agree!



"This bass would sell for more than $6,000 new."

Selling price is $4200 U.S. with shipping included and payment via Paypal in Canada or the U.S.

As for trades, I'm mainly looking for following brands:
Alleva Coppolo, Fodera, Wal, F-Bass, Kenneth Lawrence, Carl Thompson, maybe a Pre-CBS Fender.

I also reserve the right to change my mind at any time and keep this magnificent bass.

As I've said in the past, you have to offer something special to get something special.

 

Yeah, believe me, I know what your saying. The woods in this bass represent THE best that Ken offers in my opinion.
Mahogany and Macassar Ebony go great together......and in in the top. You've got the grand slam here......tone, looks, and playability. A very tough trio to get in one instrument perfectly.

 

Ah, I really should be keeping this bass!!!

 

Lots of interest in this bad boy and rightly so....It's great!

 

Yes. Steve was the original owner.
And I've corrected his quote above. He did mean exhibition grade top.