SOLD MTD 635 (Amazing Showpiece!)

Discussion in 'For Sale: Bass Guitars' started by Joelc73, Jan 2, 2015.

  1. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    Price:
    Trade
    Strings:
    6
    Location:
    New York
    NOS Showroom MINT 635. This bass is an absolute showpiece in every possible way but I've come to the realization that I will just never use it. I hand picked all of the woods at Mike's shop back when I was an MTD dealer. I've played a lot of good basses -- This one is special.

    My feedback here will attest to the fact that I'm very conservative about how I rate a bass. When I call something 'mint', it's at least that. This one is factory mint -- I estimate that it has less than two hours of play time on it.

    I'm trying to consolidate down to all 34" scale basses. I'd like to trade for a similar quality 34" six.
    • MTD 635
    • Ash body
    • Upgraded premium Buckeye top
    • Maple neck
    • Handpicked Birdseye Maple fingerboard
    • Matching truss rod veneer
    • Matching headstock veneer
    • Luminlay dots w/ charger
    • MTD OHSC
    Trades: Ken Smith neck thru (EG, BT, etc.), Fodera, Ken Lawrence 5's or 6's. No other trades please.

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  2. BassHouston

    BassHouston

    Jan 30, 2012
    Spring , TX
    Endorsing artist: Michael Tobias Design, Fodera Guitars
    Amazing! GLWTT Joel!
     
  3. BASSTAPPER

    BASSTAPPER

    Jul 15, 2009
    I HAVE A KEN SMITH CR5V IF U WANNA TRADE PM ME FOR OTHER GEAR I HAVE TO TRADE OR WE CAN DO CASH PLUS THE SMITH
     
  4. notejung

    notejung Commercial User

    Nov 16, 2010
    Bangkok, Thailand but have USA address
    Twinbemusic
    PM's sent
     
  5. KoaFodera

    KoaFodera Commercial User

    Jan 22, 2005
    Guelph, ON, Canada
    Owner, Ultimate Basses
    Super nice bass you have there. Someone will get to enjoy one of Mike's nicest builds. Good luck with your quest for a 34" scale 6.
     
  6. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    Thanks man. I played it last night in anticipation of packing it up... Really cold feet. It's easily one of the top three MTD's I've played -- and I've had a lot of these come through my hands. I may just leave this open but be super picky. Looking for the perfect Smith 6 if it's out there...
     
  7. dtsamples

    dtsamples Supporting Member

    Apr 15, 2010
    Wilmington, DE
    I know a great 634 you'd love! :D
     
  8. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    Keeping this warm.
     
  9. Alphaman

    Alphaman Gold Supporting Member

    Oct 7, 2008
    STL
    Awesome bass Joel!
    I'm sure this bass is great if it's in your top tier with all the basses you've played!
     
  10. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    It absolutely is. I'm nuts for even considering getting rid of it.
     
  11. jthigpen

    jthigpen

    May 18, 2009
    Cincinnati Ohio
    Super nice J! Let me know if you ever consider selling out right.
     
  12. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    Thanks man. Will do.
     
  13. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    bump
     
  14. I have an early 90's Bt6G three knobber very good condtion and all original with original teardrop case drop me a line at [email protected] if interested it is a 5 piece neck and body maple facings with mahogany core and ash or alder tone plates tks Daryl j
     
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  16. Wow! What a bass!
     
  17. Joelc73

    Joelc73

    Nov 13, 2000
    New York
    And gone.
     
  18. AgostoMortal

    AgostoMortal Supporting Member

    Jun 28, 2005
    Miami, South Florida
    Hi Joel, May I ask you what was the price?