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soren
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Username: soren

Post Number: 1
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Sunday, July 06, 2008 - 3:25 pm:   Edit Post

I'm thinking of selling my MK dlx. 4 str. bass. It has the inlaid logo on headstock, cocobolo top,34" scale, comfort neck(like Essence), full size body. My ex-wife bought it for me. Ordered through Bass Central-delivered Feb. 2002. It is in mint condition w/ hardshell case. I didn't gig with it or play much because I didn't want to scratch such a beautiful instrument. So I usually play my cheap old precision. Thanks for input on the bass's value.
mcdonger
Member
Username: mcdonger

Post Number: 61
Registered: 4-2007
Posted on Sunday, July 06, 2008 - 4:33 pm:   Edit Post

I sold my Alembic Mark King IV on ebay for $3,000 Mine was walnut with an omega cutaway. I would rate it an 9.8 out of 10.0 in condition. I guess it's value is what the market or member will pay. I would rather see a forum member get it, but that can't always be the case. I suggest posting it on this site with a few pictures attached and ask for offers. For me, ebay is a last resort. With all their listing fees, final value fees and Paypal fees, it can be costly to sell in that way. Best of luck.
soren
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Username: soren

Post Number: 2
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Sunday, July 06, 2008 - 5:06 pm:   Edit Post

I'll have to figure out how to load some pics. thanks. I guess yours was a standard model for $3000. Thanks again.
mike13
Junior
Username: mike13

Post Number: 17
Registered: 11-2007
Posted on Sunday, July 06, 2008 - 6:03 pm:   Edit Post

I am interested in your MK how about posting or Email me some pics
bsee
Senior Member
Username: bsee

Post Number: 1979
Registered: 3-2004
Posted on Sunday, July 06, 2008 - 8:14 pm:   Edit Post

I would expect a minimum of $3500 for a recent Signature Deluxe instrument in mint condition, though $3000 for a quick sale isn't out of the question at the low end. The comfort neck on such a bass is an oddity and may alter the percentage of the population that would be interested in your bass. Without some exceptional features or optional equipment, it would also be rare for such an instrument to sell beyond $4500.

How long you are willing to wait to make a sale and the luck of finding the right buyer is really the key to the value of the instrument. Some instruments happen to resonate with a buyer and sell above the typical level, while others don't or find bad timing and fall well short.
robinc
Member
Username: robinc

Post Number: 56
Registered: 5-2008
Posted on Monday, July 07, 2008 - 2:35 am:   Edit Post

I am also interested and would love to see some pics. Thanks!

-Robin
soren
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Username: soren

Post Number: 3
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Sunday, July 20, 2008 - 11:44 pm:   Edit Post

I'm going to ask $4000 for the bass. If your seriously interested send me an e-mail so I can reply with pictures. US only please. I'm still trying to get pics posted here.
poor_nigel
Senior Member
Username: poor_nigel

Post Number: 556
Registered: 7-2003
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2008 - 4:51 pm:   Edit Post

Very tempting. It is a shame I am addicted to omegas. My turn will come around. Here are pictures of Soren's bass. Nice indeed!

Soren 01 Soren 02

Spellchecker, please . . . .

(Message edited by poor_nigel on July 21, 2008)
poor_nigel
Senior Member
Username: poor_nigel

Post Number: 557
Registered: 7-2003
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2008 - 4:54 pm:   Edit Post

Soren 02 Soren 04
poor_nigel
Senior Member
Username: poor_nigel

Post Number: 558
Registered: 7-2003
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2008 - 5:00 pm:   Edit Post

Soren 05

That's all for now.
soren
New
Username: soren

Post Number: 7
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2008 - 5:20 pm:   Edit Post

Thanks for the help. I should have wiped the fingerprint smudges off the bass. Otherwise it's very clean. thanks again, Soren
soren
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Username: soren

Post Number: 8
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2008 - 6:49 pm:   Edit Post

The comfort neck is the same as the Essence. It is 1.625 vs. 1.725 at the nut and 2.360 vs. 2.250 at the 24th fret. The stock MK neck has a straighter string spacing. Where the comfort neck gives more room for slapping in the pickup area.
davehouck
Moderator
Username: davehouck

Post Number: 6834
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 - 4:07 pm:   Edit Post

Nice grain pattern and logo inlay!
soren
Junior
Username: soren

Post Number: 11
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 - 10:39 am:   Edit Post

Bump for $3800.
soren
Junior
Username: soren

Post Number: 12
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Monday, July 28, 2008 - 8:55 am:   Edit Post

Bump for $3700.
drjenney
Intermediate Member
Username: drjenney

Post Number: 111
Registered: 11-2004
Posted on Monday, July 28, 2008 - 10:03 am:   Edit Post

Beautiful bass, O, if only it were a 6-string... (sigh)

Blessings,
Dr. J
soren
Junior
Username: soren

Post Number: 13
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Saturday, August 02, 2008 - 7:51 am:   Edit Post

Bump for $3600.
soren
Junior
Username: soren

Post Number: 14
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Sunday, August 17, 2008 - 9:17 pm:   Edit Post

Last bump $3500.
juggernaught
Intermediate Member
Username: juggernaught

Post Number: 140
Registered: 3-2007
Posted on Sunday, August 17, 2008 - 9:27 pm:   Edit Post

That's a freaking awesome price. I seriously want to grab this one, but I'm really looking for a short scale.
robinc
Member
Username: robinc

Post Number: 71
Registered: 5-2008
Posted on Sunday, August 17, 2008 - 10:51 pm:   Edit Post

ditto on Dr. J's comment, 'scept I'm looking for a fiver

good luck, Soren
snowman
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Username: snowman

Post Number: 5
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Monday, August 18, 2008 - 10:04 am:   Edit Post

Hey there Soren,
Just sent you an email a few moments ago. Look forward to hearing from you. Thanks.
soren
Junior
Username: soren

Post Number: 15
Registered: 7-2008
Posted on Monday, September 08, 2008 - 8:03 pm:   Edit Post

Bass is SPF. thank you,

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