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Wal Bass Club.

#5,261
coldcashandcolderhearts said:
Hi All,

I'm very new to this forum, but have learned a lot reading through these threads. I wanted to share my recent acquisition with all of you.

It is a 1989 Wal MkII 5 stringer with flamed Canadian maple facings, Brazilian mahogany core, and a macassar ebony fretboard.

Its by no means in mint condition, but stunning none the less. I've ordered a new truss rod recces boat From Electric Wood to complete the bass. Other than that it is good to go. This bass came from Paris, France and now resides in Calgary Alberta, Canada. I am the third owner of the bass.

I've noticed that the maple facings are de-laminating slightly on some edges. The de-laminated sections are stable and I can't press the facing back onto the mahogany. It looks like it has separated about 1mm if that.

I was thinking I could use some clear wood filler or wood/hide glue to fill the gap and stabilize these sections. Please comment and let me know what you think about this issue, I would appreciate it. I tend to think leaving it is the best option, I don't want to de-value the bass. It cost just over 5,000$ CAD with shipping and import charged to get it to me in Canada. I think I got a pretty good deal. Thanks!

Anyway here it is:
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this one right here. figuring looks identical to my Mk2 :thumbsup:
 
#5,266
bassballs27 said:
There's a 5 string Wal MK2 in Western Canada guys........check it out:
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I decided to keep my Wal. Jobs in Western Canada's oil industry are a bit rocky at the moment and thought owning a bass this pricey was a bit irresponsible. BUT! I gave my head a good shake and decided that selling it would likely mean I will never have a Wal again. I am keeping it and will sell my Ric and some other items instead. :bassist:
 
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I have a question about my B string sounding boomy and lacking tonal definition. My other 4 strings (EADG) sound as a Wal should. I have my internal trim pots cranked (the ones that control the bass frequencies). Perhaps I should dial them back a little and see how the tone is effected?
Since it is an '89, would a capacitor replacement somehow benefit my situation? I can do the capacitor work my self, I just need to source the capacitors in Canada. Any suggestions?
 

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