| Author | Message | ||
| James Patrick Lykens (bassment)
New Username: bassment Post Number: 1 Registered: 3-2003 |
I just bought an used '77 or '78 Series 1 with what is I guess a serial # of 964A. Could I get some info on this if possible. It is really amazing I was just wondering if I can find some production history...usual stuff. Thanks. | ||
| Mica Wickersham (mica)
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 766 Registered: 6-2000 |
Here's the information about 77-764A SSB top & back: Persian Walnut core: Mahogany neck through body: Maple and Purpleheart short scale fingerboard: Ebony with mother of pearl inlays peghead veneers: Avodire & Zebrawood originally sold to: Rothschild (our distributor at the time) birthday: February 16, 1978 No repair or other history If you haven't already registered your bass please do so we can update the instrument file. | ||
| James Patrick Lykens (bassment)
New Username: bassment Post Number: 4 Registered: 3-2003 |
Great! Thanks Mica! You have been a great help! Now I know what this beauty is made of. I thought it was a short scale when I saw it, but wasn't sure. It could use some body work. What is the price to get it refurnished? I figure it isn't cheap. But I was just wondering. | ||
| Mica Wickersham (mica)
Moderator Username: mica Post Number: 797 Registered: 6-2000 |
Refinishing runs about $950 these days. It includes carfeully sanding off the old paint and repainting the instrument with a clear gloss or satin rubout. We also include a fret mill if needed (or a discount on refretting if required) and clean all the brass parts, including refinishing the tailpiece. You'll also get a discount on any other parts required for a full restoration (backplates, knobs, etc) if you get them while we're doing the refinishing. Count on the instrument being away for a good 8-10 weeks as the finishing process takes the longest of any operation. |
