SOLD *Price Drop* Music Man Ball Family Reserve BFR Stingray 4HH

Discussion in 'For Sale: Bass Guitars' started by Manfloozy, Nov 3, 2015.

  1. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    Price:
    1395
    Strings:
    4
    Location:
    Florida
    For sale (no trades please) is a beautiful example of the BFR (Ball Family Reserve) basses from Ernie Ball Music Man.

    This one is stellar, in looks, playability and tone.

    It also features some amazing after market upgrades done by TB'er Doner Designs that make it truly unique. All original parts are included too!

    Some of the upgrades include:
    - Ebony fretboard
    - Roasted maple neck with INSANE birdseye figuring
    - Transparent pickguard and control plate that really show off the finish (originals included)
    - Beautiful wood grain on the body
    - Ball Family Reserve inlay at the 12th fret
    - Matching Drop D tuner (original included)
    - Dual humbucker configuration with 5-way toggle

    Steve had it setup for BEAD tuning, but I've had it professionally put back to EADG with factory EBMM compensated nut. It is also re-strung with a brand new set of D'Addario Chromes.

    BFRSR4-1.jpg BFRSR4-2.jpg BFRSR4-3.jpg BFRSR4-4.jpg BFRSR4-5.jpg BFRSR4-6.jpg BFRSR4-7.jpg BFRSR4-8.jpg
    Original photos:

    Stingray 1.jpg Stingray 2.jpg Stingray 3.jpg Stingray 4.jpg Stingray 5.jpg

    Asking $1495 $1450 $1395 shipping in the CONUS, Paypal OK.

    Thanks for looking!
     
    Last edited: Dec 8, 2015
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  2. BigBobbyBass

    BigBobbyBass

    Jan 23, 2015
    Wow.. She a stunner bump..
     
  3. eyeballkid

    eyeballkid

    Jul 19, 2009
    THAT is a thing of beauty!
     
  4. CGremlin

    CGremlin

    Nov 1, 2014
    Palm Bay, FL
    Very pretty! I've got a BFR 4HH as well, although mine is Black Sugar - these are *wonderful* instruments. GLWTS!
     
  5. jebmd

    jebmd Supporting Member

    May 4, 2009
    Iona, Florida
    She's a beaut!
     
  6. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    Thanks everyone, it really is a great instrument and even prettier in person.

    PMs replied.
     
  7. Mediocrity Man

    Mediocrity Man Master of Mediocrity Supporting Member

    Apr 11, 2014
    Wantage, New Jersey
    Wow that neck!
     
  8. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    Took her out of the case last night and played through my Epifani rig and wow mama.... There's a whole lotta tone coming out of this baby.
     
  9. TimBosby

    TimBosby Gold Supporting Member

    Dec 19, 2004
    Omaha, NE, USA
    Wow nice!
     
  10. sawzalot

    sawzalot Supporting Member

    Oct 18, 2007
    That's a really beautiful bass--if I had spare change she'd be headed my way.....

    Tom
     
  11. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    Thanks. I'm happy with the pictures but they even don't come close to showing off the 3-D look of the neck.

    Tom, I hear you! If I had the spare change she'd be staying here!

    All the best!
     
  12. FlatwoundFunk

    FlatwoundFunk

    Apr 16, 2015
    Atlanta, Ga
    What type of wood is that on the body? It appears to be alder. Also, what flats are those that are on there in the pictures?
    FF
     
  13. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    I'm not 100% certain on body wood, I believe it is Ash and it looks to be a single piece. I'll see if I can find a definitive answer though.

    The strings are a fresh set of D'Addario Chrones.
     
  14. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    Price dropped to $1395 for a beautiful and special instrument.
     
  15. notejung

    notejung Commercial User

    Nov 16, 2010
    Bangkok, Thailand but have USA address
    Twinbemusic
    Pm's sent
     
  16. Manfloozy

    Manfloozy Supporting Member

    Jul 30, 2009
    SW Florida
    Sold pending payment.