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SOLD Shen SB200 3/4 Willow Bass

Discussion in 'For Sale: Double Basses' started by tlockett, Feb 10, 2021.

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  1. Feb 10, 2021 #1
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    Price:
    $4000.00
    Strings:
    4
    Location:
    California
    For sale a GREAT Samuel Shen Willow, carved bass, made in 2008, has been played, and is broken in, this bass really projects was also set up by Bob Daugherty bass shop, he worked on the bridge so it works for both Jazz Pizzicato, and classical bowing has an adjustable bridge, also installed new End Peg, but comes with original comes with a David Gage Realist pickup and Bass bag.
    the Bass is in Very good condition, with no cracks...
    This bass is located in the Los Angeles area, local pick up preferred, but will ship
    General Specs
    Model Name: Shen Willow 3/4 Flatback
    Model Number: SB200 Willow 3/4F
    Size: 3/4
    String Length: 41.25"
    Body Length: 43 5/8"
    Body
    Top Material: Fully carved spruce
    Back Material: Fully carved willow
    Ribs: 3 layer willow ply
    Purfling: Inlaid
    Varnish: Hand-applied Oil
    Neck
    Neck: Maple D Neck
    Fingerboard: Ebony
    Tuning Machines: Suzhou Individual Machines

    I've included some sound clips I recorded playing the bass, it was recorded with an AKG 414 placed about 2 feet from the instrument
     

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    Last edited: May 9, 2021
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  2. Apr 12, 2021 #2
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    New price! $4200.00...this is an awesome bass, it has been broken in, it works great for bowing and pizzicato
    someone will be really happy with this purchase
     
  3. Apr 25, 2021 #3
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    OK, new price $4000.00
     
  4. May 9, 2021 #4
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    I've Included new sound clips so you can get an idea of the bass and how it sounds
    Cheers
     
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  5. May 17, 2021 #5
    Hans Gruber

    Hans Gruber

    Jun 18, 2003
    I wish this were a hybrid as it'd be closer to my range pricewise. It's nice that you're in the valley like me, too.
     
  6. May 17, 2021 #6
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    No, a real carved bass at this price point is amazing
     
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  7. May 18, 2021 #7
    Hans Gruber

    Hans Gruber

    Jun 18, 2003
    Oh totally, but I can only afford a hybrid right now.
     
  8. May 19, 2021 #8
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    How much are Hybrids?
     
  9. May 20, 2021 #9
    Hans Gruber

    Hans Gruber

    Jun 18, 2003
    I've seen the used go from $2500 to $3200 or so, depending on the model.

    Also, I'm traumatized from one of my low-brow gigs.
     
  10. Jun 15, 2021 #10
    nogbert

    nogbert

    Jul 18, 2010
    Denver, CO
    i can second this. shen hybrids sell quick at $2500 around me
     
  11. Jun 15, 2021 #11
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    Well this is fully carved bass, not a hybrid, big difference, if a hybrid is what you are after, please look for one, no need to cast shade on this bass you have never played
     
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  12. Jun 15, 2021 #12
    Hans Gruber

    Hans Gruber

    Jun 18, 2003
    No shade intended, it was more that I wish I could be in the range for a great carved bass like this.
     
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  13. Jun 16, 2021 #13
    bherman

    bherman Gold Supporting Member

    Apr 30, 2009
    Grand Junction, CO
    I’lL shine some sunlight on this bass on behalf of my TB friend Hans Gruber - this is a fantastic deal on a high-quality Shen bass. Someone in the LA area should grab this bass.
     
  14. Jun 16, 2021 #14
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    Thanks Bro Man, it is a fantastic bass, setup by one of the great master as well
    Cheers
     
  15. Jun 17, 2021 #15
    LeifTheBeef

    LeifTheBeef

    Apr 4, 2019
    Sebastopol, CA
    Surprised this hasn't sold. When I was looking for to upgrade from my laminated plywood doublebass, it was between one of these and a Christopher DB401. Went with the Christopher because it felt better to me, and that particular Christopher projected a bit better, but Shen Willows are awesome basses and this is a killer deal. Never met someone who owned one of these who had any problems with them. Best of luck to you, friend.
     
  16. Jun 17, 2021 #16
    tlockett

    tlockett Supporting Member

    Mar 21, 2011
    Los Angeles
    Thanks, for the good vibe