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Used Ibanez Ergodyne eda900

Sir Edward V

Sir Edward V

Not Actually Knighted... Yet!
Dec 11, 2006
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Massachusetts
#1
There is one of these at the local GC selling for like $250-$275. Thing is, one of the piezo pickups isn't working correctly: it doesn't pickup unless you touch the saddle (aka the saddle isn't grounded properly). So I am hoping I can talk down their price because of that, bring it home and fix it up, then try to sell it. The question is whether or not I can go and sell it for a profit. What do you guys think? does the public consider this a decent bass? would someone pay $350 or more for one that looks great and is working properly? do you guys like the bass?

here is a pic
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MarkMyWordsXx said:
well dont expect it to sell here knowing your trying to rip us off
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well

1) I dont have a supporting membership so I cant sell it here anyways :)

2) I don't think its a rip off necessarily, whats wrong with buying something, fixing it up, and turning it for a profit? Are you saying people that do this with houses are ripping people off? what about used car dealerships fixing up the cars they buy from people before they re-sell them?

I see nothing wrong with what I want to do.
 
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I tried those out when they came out...I wasn't too hip on the Luthite body, though. Something in the mix just didn't jive with me. I remember the original series that came out in the early 90's (with the walnut, maple or sen bodies) - those were GREAT. I would check eBay though - see what they sell for there and go from there. It might be worth doing it, even just for the experience.
 
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The luthite bodies turn back into the sawdust and glue they're made of when the ax is dropped. Screw holes tend to become larger making it harder for the bass to stay structurally sound. A student of mine bought one and the strap pin came out causing the bass to fall and that did a lot of damage that would not normally occur on a solid wood bass
 
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It's difficult to describe this bass, bit of an odd fish... I love the body styling, very comfortable and light, and it'd definitely get you noticed!

Now, the tone... I find it very difficult to give an accurate description here. I found it to be very cold and sterile, but strangely, not in a bad way. The notes had incredible definition with the piezo blended in. However, I thought they were far too brittle and harsh to be used solo.

I couldn't honestly ever see myself using one but I always look out for them cheap on Ebay. Towards the end of the run Ibanez issued them in some really cool colours, but sadly they discontinued them. Pity, as they were unique and definitely had their uses. The people who play them, love them.
 
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jgsbass said:
The luthite bodies turn back into the sawdust and glue they're made of when the ax is dropped. Screw holes tend to become larger making it harder for the bass to stay structurally sound. A student of mine bought one and the strap pin came out causing the bass to fall and that did a lot of damage that would not normally occur on a solid wood bass
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Good to know.

I suppose it can't hurt too much to try to do this... I kinda like the bass anyways, but it would be better for me not to spend the money on it. Of course if I make it back, then it is fine... maybe I'll head back to GC and try to talk the price down to like $200 hehe
 
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Sir Edward V said:
well

1) I dont have a supporting membership so I cant sell it here anyways :)

2) I don't think its a rip off necessarily, whats wrong with buying something, fixing it up, and turning it for a profit? Are you saying people that do this with houses are ripping people off? what about used car dealerships fixing up the cars they buy from people before they re-sell them?

I see nothing wrong with what I want to do.
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used car dealerships and house flipping are bad examples to help your point of view on reselling.
 
#14
I've owned two " '92 or wood versions", more commonly known as the Affirma model. Had a 4 string for a long time. Sold it to make the switch to 5 string. At the time I could not find another Affirma so I bought an EDA 905. Really didn't compare to the Affirma but price was much less too. Overall the EDAs are pretty good basses, I enjoyed mine. But eventually sold it when I finally found a 5 string Affirma (A 205) . . . SSWWWEEEET!!! Took me 5 years to find it.

A five string EDA just sold on EBAY for $330.00. The 4 strings in mint condition are selling in the $250 - $275 range on fee bay and craigs list. If I find a great deal on a 5 string I just might nab it and change the neck pup. Very comfortable and a joy to play.
 
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alaskaleftybass said:
Did you ever buy this? Anyone else like the EDA900's?
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Wow.. talk about an old post.
I have one, one of my favorite basses- actually had three of them at one time and about 4 other Ergodyne models. It provides a very different sound from any of my other basses due to the piezo pickup. Nice feel and pretty comfortable. For the Ibanez luthite Ergodyne models, the best one is still the EDC700 followed by the EDA900 in terms of versatility and sound imo.
The bass gets a lot of stares too. Here's a picture of mine with a matching lighter. :)
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Maxdusty said:
Wow.. talk about an old post.
I have one, one of my favorite basses- actually had three of them at one time and about 4 other Ergodyne models. It provides a very different sound from any of my other basses due to the piezo pickup. Nice feel and pretty comfortable. For the Ibanez luthite Ergodyne models, the best one is still the EDC700 followed by the EDA900 in terms of versatility and sound imo.
The bass gets a lot of stares too. Here's a picture of mine with a matching lighter. :)
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Thanks for sharing!
 
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alaskaleftybass said:
Thanks for sharing!
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no problem, if you see one and want to get it, I would check one thing on it. The Piezo pickups. Make sure it works for all strings and evenly. I've seen a few that have defective piezos, usually because strings were installed incorrectly on the bass at one point and snagged the piezo pickup wire inside on one or more strings. I don't know if you already have one or are interested in these basses, but there's quite a bit of control on this bass. It's got the 2 band EQ but also 6 (or 7 if a five string) mini trim pots on the back of the bass for the Piezo. One for each string to adjust the output sensitivity level, one master output trim to balance with the soapbar pickup, and one to adjust the EQ Trim.
Lots of adjustments possible! Here's how the back controls work.
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