The Peavey T-40..... a lucky find

[RevNigel]

I bought a Peavey T-40 in super condition... I'm really impressed with this thing. I gave it a full clean-up/setup... and I've got it almost adjusted right. I need to let it settle in. I'm totally impressed with this bass.. the sound is very big. That's a major win. Usually playing a Tobias with Actives in it... The Peavey sounds big like that with no darn batteries. Woot.

In researching the T-40 it seems to have a following, but it never really caught on. Something tells me if it didn't say Peavey on it, it would have been a big winner.

Any Thoughts?

 

[Munjibunga]

They're good basses. I think the reason they nevver really caught on is that they're so blasted heavy.

 

[MNAirHead]

Yea itS a cult bass. Seems as if the Rick guys are most attracted. My guess is they'd have a bigger following if more comfortable

 

[sparktone]

A total tone monster and built to withstand a nuclear holocaust. But it will keep your chiropractor in business. It's not a particularly sexy looking bass, but I sort of dig the geek appeal of it.

 

[RevNigel]

The Tobias I wield is a heavy thing too.. I'm used to it. So far so good...

 

[VeeSpade]

Wow didn't know about it...
Though I am a good researcher

This guy explains it good:

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[Xavier Zed]

I bought a Peavey T-40 in super condition... I'm really impressed with this thing. I gave it a full clean-up/setup... and I've got it almost adjusted right. I need to let it settle in. I'm totally impressed with this bass.. the sound is very big. That's a major win. Usually playing a Tobias with Actives in it... The Peavey sounds big like that with no darn batteries. Woot.

In researching the T-40 it seems to have a following, but it never really caught on. Something tells me if it didn't say Peavey on it, it would have been a big winner.

Any Thoughts?

Don't make me say it Nigel, I know you are anxious to share. But, NO PIX NO BASS. Simple rule, for the future

 

[KeithAlanK]

The one time I played a T40 blew my mind.
I think a smart bassist would have one for the studio.
Lots of great tones, and just rock solid.

Would never play one live, though.
Heavy, and not sexy looking.

 

[VeeSpade]

The one time I played a T40 blew my mind.
I think a smart bassist would have one for the studio.
Lots of great tones, and just rock solid.

Would never play one live, though.
Heavy, and not sexy looking.

Not sexy for you...
I certainly DIG the looks man!
Vintage to the bone!
And I really don't care what you'll say, but I personally like it more than any Fender...
(The looks...)

 

[basspraiser]

Had a 1982 Peavey T-40 that I regret selling! it did not get played much when I started playing Laklands (due to its weight etc) but it was a GREAT sounding bass and pretty versatile as well!

they do have a great cult following....

as for "professional bassists" Ross Valory of Journey played one for quite a while...

 

[southgabass]

The local guitar shop here pulled one down from upstairs.... was a 1983 with a sunburst finish... looks immaculate... heavier than Ruben Studdard though... sounded great through a little Fender Rumble 150 and an ampeg 8x10.... for $350... I may just have to get it soon... prolly not for anything live though

 

[RevNigel]

Since you must see....... This is the T-40, and the Basic 40 I got in the deal... and My Tobias too...

 

[RevNigel]

Looks great, sounds great.

 

[mpdd]

there is one like revnigel's on craigslist in LA today for around 300

 

[RevNigel]

I got the bass/case and amp for 4 so I think that's fair. I am playing a set tomorrow... I will be taking the Toby, but I practiced with the Peavey to get the feel... It's a great bass.. punchy and big sounding.

 

[klaus486]

Ya know when parked next to that Tobias the Peavey looks like a ..........bass!
Let your fingers do the talking! Let's hear it!

 

[theory028]

My uncle played a T-40 in the cover band that he was in (with my dad, no less). I've always wondered if he still has the bass around because it'd be awesome to try one out.

They have an interesting appearance. I saw a white T-40 on eBay several months ago that just looked great. I'd love to hear and play one in person.

Congrats on the bass! It's nice to hear that there are still some floating around in top notch condition.

 

[Josh Pelican]

I've got the burst with rosewood fretboard. Last night I fixed the neck bow and lowered the action. Only problem is the G string hits the pickup rail when playing from like, the 17th fret up. No care.

This thing has some serious thump.

 

[RevNigel]

This thing has some serious thump.

Indeed it does. Lots of punch. Lots of Snap too.. even with very heavy strings. I was talking with a fellow bass player about it... it's hard to resist slapping.. I'm slapping dee bass mon!

It's funny that it makes the toby look short.. but being 6ft tall, the size isn't a problem. I played today's set on the Toby.. since I'm still getting the feel of the Peavey.

The best thing is, since I have a collection.. I can adjust quickly to different feels. We'll see what Genre the next set I play is... If it's going to lack the extra low end, the Peavey is in.

 

[bcrich58]

I wasn't totally dazzled with the tones that it produced, but I liked that it was a very organic sounding instrument and I had a luthier that asked if I wanted to see if it sounded better as a fretless, and I took a shot and had it fitted with an ebony fingerboard, and it really has an exceptional tone. Appears to be a late-1981 but I'm not totally certain. Sorry about how small the photo is.