It’s very rare to see a Le Fay offered for sale and with such good reason. They tend to be keepers and you’ll only want to add others. The sound and ergonomics are unparalleled - I’m a huge fan! This is one of the most tonally versatile basses you could own - flat out amazing! The string to string balance, punch and sustain are unreal. The evenness and presentation of notes rivals the best carbon neck instruments. In addition to a traditional JB sound, it can also cop very convincing Music Man and Ken Smith tones due to the pickup placement and 6-way rotary switch; P-Bass? Got you covered! {} {} {} {} {} {} {} {} {} Specifications: Ash body High gloss Lamborghini White finish with matching headstock (upcharge)* Maple, carbon reinforced neck w/ magnetic truss rod cover access Maple fingerboard Zero Fret/Nut Mother-of-Pearl block inlays (upcharge) 24-fret 3 Single-coil pickup system Volume with active/passive switch push/pull 6-position rotary switch - varies combinations of parallel, single coil, series operation Active Bass & Treble Controls Passive Tone (operates in both Active and Passive modes) Le Fay proprietary hardware, electronics and pickups. 1.75 nut width 19mm spacing 34” scale 9lbs 6oz Road Runner Gigbag [included (purchased separately)] Price one out, add in options, factor exchange rate, import fees and build time (ouch). This bass built new would land at nearly $6000 (sans case/bag as none are provided). Instant gratification at $3350 Shipped/Insured within the lower 48. Low-ball offers will be kindly ignored. Please PM with any inquiries. Willing to meet for a local deal. Paypal ok. *The cosmetic blems were depicted for full disclosure. They're subtle in person, and hidden all together while playing.
Thank you for posting. I purposely didn’t include that video as someone unfamiliar with Le Fay may get the wrong impression of the instrument, and possibly think it a niche bass. Nathan does a great job showing its competency in nailing the “heavier” stuff. SurprisingIy, I only hear him using two of the six settings. I’m far from a metal player and find it to be extremely versatile in many genres.
Took this down for awhile, as I thought I would have her refinished. I've decided the temptation afterwards (to keep) would be too great. Fence-sitters, now's your chance!
Not many bass players know about Le Fay basses. They are made in very limited quantities in Germany by two brothers. I own a Le Fay Singer. Very similar to this model. I can attest to all of the accolades attributed to this bass. Attention to detail and craftsmanship is unparalleled. All tonal options are covered by the pickup placement and 6 position selector switch. Music man? yep. Jazz? yep. Precision? yep. This is a very reasonably priced bass. I bought mine as soon as I watched the 5 string bass shot out on youtube by Nathan Navarro. To me the Herr Schwartz won hands down. GLWTS!
Thank you for sharing your experience and affirmation - couldn’t agree more! I feel Le Fay will always be one of those “best kept secret” brands. A shame, as Reiner and Meik are great people as well as talented builders.
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