Perpetual Craig's List/Used Gear Thread

[Commodore 64]

So I figured this might go over well. Who knows. But I, for one, often post about Craig's Lists deals that I would like advice on, and I see others do from time to time. The idea is that we just post out questions or Craig's List scores here so they are easy to find.

This morning I scored a ~15 year old Vox Pathfinder 15 amp for $50. I'm picking it up tomorrow. I wish it had reverb, it's the version with tremolo only. But I've been wanting a Pathfinder for a while, so I'm looking forward to getting it.

Here's the original ad: http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/1780977746.html

I don't know if the older pathfinders are better than the new ones or vice versa, but for $50 bucks, I'll give it a try. Looking forward to running input 2 of my Champ out to it.

[Commodore 64]

Since this thread has been so popular, I figured I'd update it...

2 days ago, I nabbed a Blues Jr. for $275. Not a flaming hot deal, but better than buying one new.

This morning, there's a Peavy bandit 112 for $25, I've emailed that seller saying I'd take it, but he has not responded yet. http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/1833320589.html

There's also someone who says he's got a Fernandes guitar for $80. I've emailed him for more info,but still haven't heard back. Could it be something nice? http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/1832938419.html

[sumitomo]

Dude,You are the Man!You find them bargains,are you going to start a music shop?Sumi:D

[Eric]

I dunno...how about this one?

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/1824128926.html

[Eric]

Or these? Are any of these good deals?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Carvin-DC-127-electric-guitar-Blueburst-active-/250660675984?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item3a5c8a6190
http://cgi.ebay.com/Carvin-DC-127-DC-400-Fishman-Piezo-MINT-Hard-Case-USA-/150464573651?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item23086330d3
http://cgi.ebay.com/carvin-DC-made-USA-coil-tap-Neck-Thru-L-K-/130406958236?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item1e5cdc449c
http://cgi.ebay.com/Carvin-DC127M-USA-Electric-Guitar-/290451885926?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item43a0480f66
http://cgi.ebay.com/CARVIN-DC-127-NECK-THRU-GUITAR-W-FLOYD-CLEAN-CONDITION-/280530426301?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item4150ea99bd

[Spudman]

Or these? Are any of these good deals?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Carvin-DC-127-electric-guitar-Blueburst-active-/250660675984?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item3a5c8a6190
http://cgi.ebay.com/Carvin-DC-127-DC-400-Fishman-Piezo-MINT-Hard-Case-USA-/150464573651?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item23086330d3
http://cgi.ebay.com/carvin-DC-made-USA-coil-tap-Neck-Thru-L-K-/130406958236?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item1e5cdc449c
http://cgi.ebay.com/Carvin-DC127M-USA-Electric-Guitar-/290451885926?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item43a0480f66
http://cgi.ebay.com/CARVIN-DC-127-NECK-THRU-GUITAR-W-FLOYD-CLEAN-CONDITION-/280530426301?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Guitar&hash=item4150ea99bd

Not really. For a little more you can have a new one built to your specifications.

[kiteman]

It's getting hard to sell my stuff on CL. My ads gets scrolled down deep because of spamming hock shops, music stores and loan stores. Funny thing is there's a place on CL for them to post for free but no, they have to screw up the individuals. Friggin assholes.

[Commodore 64]

Well, so far no reply from either seller. :(

[Eric]

Not really. For a little more you can have a new one built to your specifications.
Hmm. Even the third one? That one struck me as a decent deal, but I'm just trying to figure out pricing and all of that.

[hubberjub]

Eric, I think that first one is a pretty good deal. They have it listed as a DC127, but I'm pretty sure it's a DC200 since it has the MOP block inlays and active electronics. Carvin makes great guitars but they have horrible resale value. The third one still has two days left and will probably go up.

[Eric]

Eric, I think that first one is a pretty good deal. They have it listed as a DC127, but I'm pretty sure it's a DC200 since it has the MOP block inlays and active electronics.
He did say it has a bunch of fret wear on the lower frets, so maybe that's a factor.


Carvin makes great guitars but they have horrible resale value.
Yeah, I've discovered this recently -- isn't it great??

[hubberjub]

Yeah, I've discovered this recently -- isn't it great??

It is great. The DC727 I had was beautiful. It had a claro walnut body with a 5 piece walnut/maple neck. I bought it on Ebay for $400 if memory does serve. I sold it for $450 to justify buying my Modulus. Those were the days before I learned to live with my vices.
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd105/hubberjub/Moved%20On/DSCN0031.jpg

[DeanEVO_Dude]

I got one...

Last Saturday, picked up a Stagg Les Paul copy (set neck, mahogany body and neck, rosewood fingerboard, nice flame maple top, etc.) with a stand and gig bag (Fender, Strat went right in) and a stand... $50

It made me very happy... that's two killer deals in the last 30 days!!

[t_ross33]

I've been finding good deals on Kijiji.ca... it's a classified site by Ebay. They recently rebranded/reconfigured the .com site for those South of the 49th. Way more popular here in Saskatchewan than CL. My finds so far:

04 MIM Strat: $250
Vox DA5: $100
Traynor YCV80: $600
Kenwood 5:1 Surround Sound system complete w/ sub: $150
2 amp/equipment racks: $40
Warmoth Vintage Modern Tele neck complete w/ tuners: $100

My wife hates Kijiji

[Commodore 64]

I did nab that Peavey Bandit 112 for $25. It's going to need a little work, someone removed the ground pin from the plug and the High gain input doesn't work. I'll have it apart sometime to see what's up. It's built like a brick shithouse, that's for sure. It's the Sheffield version with Transtube technology, whatever that is.

Today I also nabbed a nice Fender hardshell case for my Tele, and did some reorganizing. I've got my Champ and my Blues Jr. mounted vertically stacked via some amp stands, and I ran the 2nd input from the Champ to the Blues Jr. I also got a little pedaltraiin Jr. pedalboard and a multioutput DC wall wart. I think I might be set for a little while.

I did order some upgrades for my Tele: a mint green pickguard, a wilkenson vintage style bridge with 3 brass barrels, some new pots and a new switch. I definitely do some before and after pics for that operation.

[Brian Krashpad]

Dan, sfaik "TransTube" is just Peavey's tradename for it's circuit that supposedly makes solid state amps "sag" and respond more like a tube amp than would otherwise be the case.

Congrats on the score and good luck on the repairs.

[Retro Hound]

What about this? $200 "8 guitars, 2 bodies(one body not pictured just found it) 9 new guitars straps, 8 complete strat style tremelo bridge assemblies (no whammy bars), and 5 new mono input jacks." Brand is BURSWOOD. I've never heard of it, but could a guy fix up these and sell them for profit? How much could you get for each guitar?

http://joplin.craigslist.org/msg/1836508755.html

[Eric]

So how about this?

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/1928097848.html

He says it's US, but is that possible for $475?

[kiteman]

So how about this?

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/1928097848.html

He says it's US, but is that possible for $475?

I don't see why not. Ask him for a closeup of the headstock.

[Eric]

I don't see why not. Ask him for a closeup of the headstock.
I figured American fenders were more than that, even used. What do they typically run? I'm not really looking for another guitar, so it would probably have to be a good deal for me to get it.

[Eric]

Serial is Z9453388

http://www.thefret.net/imagehosting/101974c7d3f724b192.jpg

http://www.thefret.net/imagehosting/101974c7d3f728ed70.jpg

[kiteman]

Around a grand or so. The economy is pretty tanked so they're priced to sell. I should know as I priced my stuff what I thought is fair and they didn't sell.

[Eric]

Around a grand or so. The economy is pretty tanked so they're priced to sell. I should know as I priced my stuff what I thought is fair and they didn't sell.
Sorry, I actually meant what do they run used. I assume you gave a new price, since that's what I found from some quick browsing. Looking at ebay completed deals, it looks like they're still around $600-700 used.

I dunno. Do you think this is worth checking out and/or buying?

[Commodore 64]

At 400, it'd be a no brainer. $475, still a good deal if you like the guitar and it's doesn't have a warped neck or something.

I love that blonde look, not so nuts over the PG.


Edit, also, just for fun...check this out: http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/1929104465.html

It's the guy I traded that Champ to, for the Jackson Soloist Pro. Maybe I should offer him $175 for that Champ, ha ha.

[Eric]

OK, here we go:

It's a Highway 1 with a pro set up and goes for $700 new.

What's the deal with Highway 1s? They're obviously a bit cheaper than other models, but what are the technical differences?

[Commodore 64]

I *think* they have bigger frets. And I thought they had rosewood fretboards, but clearly I was mistaken there. Also, the PUPs are Alnico III and wound pretty hot.

I'd say, if you weren't specifically looking for a tele, or really jonesing for one, you should offer $400, and if he says no, pass on it.

[Eric]

I'd say, if you weren't specifically looking for a tele, or really jonesing for one, you should offer $400, and if he says no, pass on it.
That's along the lines of what I was thinking. You still think $400 is a good deal for a H1?

Edit: He also said previously that he's selling it because he needs money.

[kiteman]

I see it's a highway one, it's got very good reviews on HC.

[markb]

Highway 1s are US guitars with slightly cheaper hardware. The (nitro) finish is not polished out saving hours of labour. Since about '06 they have jumbo frets and "Hot Alnico 3" pickups. They are very good no nonsense Fenders, a step up from a MIM std which is right where they are priced.

Re the pickguard, white or black look great on honey blonde.

[Eric]

I've got him down to $400 for the guitar and case, no accessories. He seemed like he might even do $375 for just the guitar, but most likely not. Thoughts?

[kiteman]

I've got him down to $400 for the guitar and case, no accessories. He seemed like he might even do $375 for just the guitar, but most likely not. Thoughts?

Don't push your luck. :poke

[Eric]

Well, I offered 375 and he said it would have to be guitar-only. I said OK, he said he'd rather get 400 and would throw in the case. I said OK. I could also stick with 375 and let him follow up with some other ppl and maybe get back to me, but I figure 400 for guitar + HSC isn't too bad.

[vroomery]

I would take it for sure. I own a H1 tele that I bought used back in 2008 for 400 from a guy that never really played it. I replaced the pickups with some Samarium Cobalt Noiseless pups, but other than that I haven't done anything to it. I think the biggest place that it lacks is in the fret quality, but that is likely to change from guitar to guitar and its not bad or anything, just not American quality. I actually like the nitro finish b/c it doesn't take much for it to have that road worn thing going without doing it on purpose.

[Katastrophe]

Well, I offered 375 and he said it would have to be guitar-only. I said OK, he said he'd rather get 400 and would throw in the case. I said OK. I could also stick with 375 and let him follow up with some other ppl and maybe get back to me, but I figure 400 for guitar + HSC isn't too bad.

That looks like a good deal! It's gonna have a fairly beefy neck and bigger frets (jumbos). I really love the necks on the H1s.

It seems like everyone on CL here thinks their beat to snot whatever is worth its weight in gold.

[Eric]

Done deal!

I found the receipt in the case when I got home, and I guess he only paid $525 with tax when he bought it brand new, but no big deal. It seems nice, but is going to take some time to figure it out. Definitely a nice guitar anyway.

Thanks for all of the input, guys.

[Commodore 64]

Ha ha, that's so funny. I made a trade with a guy for a PRS SE a while ago, and I traded him my MiM Strat and some other stuff that I figured I could have easily sold for $350 or so...

When I got home, I was digging around in the gig bag and I found a receipt for $300 from an ebay seller.

[Commodore 64]

Nabbed a Killer Ant today. Meeting the seller at 6pm to pick it up. 75 bucks. 1 watt, Class A amp.

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Blackheart-Killer-Ant-BH1H-1W-Tube-Guitar-Amp-Head?sku=488006&src=3WFRWXX&ZYXSEM=0&CAWELAID=254947324

[Eric]

Cool. It uses a 12ax7 for the power tube? Strange.

BTW, this thread reminds me: I sold the tele that I bought. I realized after I got it that at this point in my guitar journey, I'm more of a humbucker type. I sold it off for $425 without the case, which I'd call a success.

I then used that money to get the Godin LG signature I've written about elsewhere, and I really like that one. So it goes.

Now to just sell off an amp and a guitar or two...

[kiteman]

Cool. It uses a 12ax7 for the power tube? Strange.

BTW, this thread reminds me: I sold the tele that I bought. I realized after I got it that at this point in my guitar journey, I'm more of a humbucker type. I sold it off for $425 without the case, which I'd call a success.

I then used that money to get the Godin LG signature I've written about elsewhere, and I really like that one. So it goes.

Now to just sell off an amp and a guitar or two...

You did well Eric and it never ends. :)

[Jx2]

You guys are doing better than me. Ive been trying to trade some stuff Im not using for stuff I will, mainly either another Epiphone LP or a Agile AL.

So far I had a guy who was wanting to trade me a Epiphone LP plus top for my squier + $40. It had a repaired head stock but figured if it checked out ok Id go for it. We was suppose to make it happen over the weekend he said he needed to postpone and I havent heard back from him.

Another guy had a Crate 212 GFX, I was looking for something a lil more portable than my Randall Half Stack and he was asking $100 for the amp or trade. Bounced some offer's back and forth and then the trail went dead. I think I scared him off after telling him what I was looking for and he said he had a Agile AL-2000, offered the Jagmaster and a Schecter Damien 6.

I just sent another feeler out guy has 2 Epiphone Les Pauls a ebony standard and a cherryburst plus top. Gave him a list of things Id trade, waiting for response.

[Commodore 64]

Yeah the key to CL is to check often, and assume that 50% deals won't happen, even if you get a response.

I just spent 2 hours with that Killer Ant, outputted to a 1 x12 cab, with a Weber Sig12S. I'm very very happy. There's not much clean, but that's just fine. I didn't get a 1w (more like .25w) amp for clean, I got it for dirt at levels that won't rattle my windows. And I'm super pleased.

I cranked it to 10, and I get a nice dirty sound, without a pedal. Stomp on the dirt pedal and I get plenty of distortion. Controlled everything from the knobs on my tele. Sat right in front of the cab and my ears are barely ringin'. That's cool.

[Jx2]

Ive decided to go a diffrent route. I just listed several things thought Id see what kind of cash offer's or trades I can get. After working with that one guy for almost 2 hours on a deal that died. And days going by after initial emails with 2 others. So I just listed everything Id consider trading or selling to fill my holes. So lets see.....incase someone is in my area from here....I listed the following

Squier Jagmaster
Schecter Damien 6
Boss DS-1
Digitech Metal Master
Digitech RP255(hate that thing..probably should call MF and see about exchanging it.)
Randall RX120D and RX 4x12 cab

[Commodore 64]

I hope you put a price on them. There's nothing worse than a person who lists their stuff on CL and simply says "Taking Offers". If you want a bidding war, go to E-Bay. IMHO, of course :)

I had a Digitech RP100. It took me a few months to even plug it in and try it. 15 minutes after I tried it, I put it on the curb with a sign "free" on it. (Seriously.)

Also, regarding the Randall, I have a friend who has that exact set up and likes it a lot, but it is too much for home practice. I had a Fender Stage 1000, for a while (SS, 1x12 with digital effects) that he absolutely raved about. If you ar looking for something smaller to try (used)...you'll probably see Fender Stage 100, 160, 1000, 1600, and 212R....You should give one a listen if one comes up on CL.

[Eric]

I had a Digitech RP100. It took me a few months to even plug it in and try it. 15 minutes after I tried it, I put it on the curb with a sign "free" on it. (Seriously.)
*sniff*

So sad...

[Jx2]

I dont know why I didnt think about it before hand, but the RP255 is headed back to MF today. Going to exchange it for a Fender Champion 600

[Commodore 64]

*sniff*

So sad...

Don't be sad. The next day, a neighbor stopped over and thanked me. He loves it. So the RP100 rides on!

[Eric]

Rockin'

[tunghaichuan]

Been meaning to post, I don't buy much gear anymore, but I did score a nice Ibanez TS-9DX Tube Screamer on CL a few weeks ago, mint shape for $45. The only usable setting for me is the "TS9" setting. The other three totally suck, IMHO of course. :notme

[poodlesrule]

CL's Bad Monkey for 15 bucks, a few weeks ago.Minor battery connector problem, otherwise fully functional.
Was promised to someone else, but I was there first, a common thing I guess.

BTW, I want to sell a woodstove on CL. and am not sure how to handle lowballers, haglers, which I am sure will turn up!

[Jx2]

CL's Bad Monkey for 15 bucks, a few weeks ago.Minor battery connector problem, otherwise fully functional.
Was promised to someone else, but I was there first, a common thing I guess.

BTW, I want to sell a woodstove on CL. and am not sure how to handle lowballers, haglers, which I am sure will turn up!

Id suggest being polite as possible when turning them down. If you call them out on low ball offer's then your likely to continue getting harassing emails. I got some crazy offers when I listed a Dodge Ram 1500 on there a few years ago, ended up trading it for my boat which if my buddy doesnt trade me out of I think is headed back to CL.

I think regardless you will get crazy offers. So far with the stuff I recently listed I had one guy offer me a J.Reynolds strat and a mic he didnt even have a brand name for my Schecter and a Boss DS-1. I was polite and thanked him for the offer. O yea and I did pass on the deal.

[marnold]

We're trying to sell a new recliner on there right now. Got a grand total of one offer from an obvious scammer.

[Eric]

There's a definite art to selling on CL. For instance...


never lump any items together in the same ad
always know what the keywords are and put them in the title (e.g. 'American' with guitars)
understand who is looking there -- probably not people who have tons of money to burn and like spending it, and probably not people who are looking for new stuff
realize that you and a lot of the people selling would like to be paid to have less junk, but are not actually ready to sell the item in question at the market price
pretty much everybody has ADHD when it comes to shopping on craigslist


Those are the lessons I've learned. At this point, I don't even bother listing stuff unless I'm ready to take less money for an item than I think it's worth. I'd say I tend to see stuff go for anywhere from 50%-80% of the street price, depending on the popularity, condition, and a few other factors.

[Commodore 64]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2003683169.html

Look at this jackass, freely admitting he's trying to sell the Taylor for more than it's worth. LOL.


I have for sale a Taylor Big Baby acoustic in EXCELLENT BRAND NEW CONDITION

-i played it for literally 1 week and it has sat since.. (bought it in JUNE)

-i purchased the highest extended warranty for it, so it is good for a long time

-it comes with Elixer strings also!!

-I also purchased the taylor gig bag.. this guitar is ready to go to a home where it will be played

-I just dont like seeing my guitars sit around!!!

-they are 289 at guitar center and that doesnt include the warranty and the gig bag. or even tax!!!.. so why pay more for the same condition!!! half the time your buying the display at guitar center anyways!!

-$300

[Eric]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2003683169.html

Look at this jackass, freely admitting he's trying to sell the Taylor for more than it's worth. LOL.
I get his point, but it's the same mistake everyone else makes: thinking that the bonus features and money spent by you equates to people wanting to give you more money on craigslist. That's probably the single biggest thing that people love to do on CL.

[Jx2]

I get his point, but it's the same mistake everyone else makes: thinking that the bonus features and money spent by you equates to people wanting to give you more money on craigslist. That's probably the single biggest thing that people love to do on CL.


That dont just apply to CL, a local music store put a full guitar decal, vinyl cover whatever you want to call it on a Peavey SE-2 I think their mid level single cut and wants $50 more than Peavey's site lists the "sale price" of them. I do beleive Peavey's sale price is more like a MF or GC price than a retail or MSRP.

[Commodore 64]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2008002187.html



MY 16 YEAR OLD SON NO LONGER HAS INTEREST IN MUSIC. HE WANTS TO SELL HIS FENDER ELECTRIC QUITAR (BLACK) FROM LENTINE'S, HIS MARSHALL AMPLIFIER FROM GUITAR CENTER, THE CORD FROM GUITAR CENTER, A BLACK GUITAR CASE FROM LENTINE'S, THE GUITAR STAND CAME FROM WALMART. HE PURCHASED A SPECIAL LEATHER STRAP FOR BETTER SECURITY ALSO FROM GUITAR CENTER. WE HAVE THE ORIGINAL PAPERS FROM LENTINE'S FOR THE GUITAR KIT WHICH WE HAVE PURCHASED IN JUNE OF 2006. HE HAS HAD 2 AMPLIFIERS. THIS IS HIS SECOND ONE IN WHICH WE BOUGHT FROM GUITAR CENTER THAT WE ALSO HAVE PAPERS ON. THIS AMPLIFIER WAS PURCHASED IN 2007. ALL OF THESE ITEMS ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. HE TOOK VERY GOOD CARE OF THESE.

TO GIVE YOU AN IDEA ON WHAT WE PAID ON ALL OF THIS:

GUITAR KIT $165.00....LENTINE'S FAIRLAWN
MARSHALL AMPLIFIER 69.99....GUITAR CENTER FAIRLAWN
BLACK GUITAR CASE 70.00 LENTINE'S FAIRLAWN
CORD $12 - $14....GUITAR CENTER FAIRLAWN
STRAP $15 - $20....GUITAR CENTER FAIRLAWN
GUITAR STAND $9.99....WALMART FAIRLAWN

AS I MENTIONED AT THE BEGINNING, HE IS NO LONGER INTERESTED IN MUSIC. HE IS GETTING OLDER NOW AND KNOWS WHAT HE WANTS TO DO WITH HIS LIFE AND HAS GOALS IN MIND. HE IS INTO AUTO MECHANICS, HE LOVES CARS AND HAS STARTED A NEW CAREER THIS SCHOOL YEAR. HE IS TAKING AUTO TECH AND WANTS TO HELP PAY FOR HIS TOOLS AND SUPPLIES HE WILL NEED FOR HIS AUTO TECH CLASS. SO, HE ASKED ME TO POST THIS FOR HIM SO HE CAN GET STARTED ON PAYING HIS WAY TOWARDS HIS FUTURE.

FEEL FREE TO CALL ME AT 330-836-1223 OR LEAVE MESSAGE AT 330-858-8103 THANKS, CHERYL... WILLING TO MAKE OFFER!!

Lots of stuff going on here:

1. TMI
2. All Caps
3. $300 for that crap ($348 total listed)?

[kiteman]

get a load of this. :)

http://cgi.ebay.com/dR-Os-ONE-MILLION-DOLLAR-GIBSON-GUITAR-/270646816815?pt=Guitar&hash=item3f03ceb02f#ht_1059wt_1141

[Retro Hound]

Is this a good deal? Epiphone Valve Standard for $275?
http://joplin.craigslist.org/msg/2006476047.html Haven't heard much about the Standard.

[markb]

get a load of this. :)

http://cgi.ebay.com/dR-Os-ONE-MILLION-DOLLAR-GIBSON-GUITAR-/270646816815?pt=Guitar&hash=item3f03ceb02f#ht_1059wt_1141

To be fair, he did tell Dick Cheney to do something very rude and physically impossible. Celebrity always adds a few bob, eh? :)

[Commodore 64]

Is this a good deal? Epiphone Valve Standard for $275?
http://joplin.craigslist.org/msg/2006476047.html Haven't heard much about the Standard.

There's one on my CL too. I'm looking at it right now trying to decide the same thing. I think it was more like $300 new though, so not sure how good of a deal $275 is.

The dude on my local CL wants to trade for a Blues Jr. (which I have).

Edit: Based on what I'm reading, I'll pass on that trade.

[DeanEVO_Dude]

Over the last week I have done some dealing on CL, and I think I made out prety well for my self...

1. Bought a BBE Free Fuzz, price - $20 (no ac adaptor though). Someone beet me to the ad, but never went thru with the purchase, so I was second and got it.

2. Sold my Fender Stratocaster (Squier series) for a Fender Princeton 65 (solid state) amp and $100. I love this Fender amp! Clean channel is great, and the drive channel is (IMHO) outta this world! Spring reverb! How can I go wrong! Now, I have listed my Ashdown for sale, and am looking for another Princeton 65 or a Frontman 65R cause these amps sound awesome.

[Commodore 64]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2019040666.html


I got into guitar at my school I bought a les paul pee wee $300 dollers then I was told i would not be able to it for school apperence reasons so I ended up buying new york pro witch is the wight guitar in the picture $125 I desited to add some character by getting the pic guard painted black and my little brother was tighting it and it broke so i bought a new neck I am no longer playing for my school and would like to get back in druming im willing to trade acoustic drum set if in good condiction if inturested in tradeing or buying call me at 330-956-4987 if no awnser leave a message for anthony also i took off my wammy bar and lost it

1. He wants $399 for that garbage.
2. No Child Left Behind? I think at least one child got left behind in his school system.

[Tig]

This one's a riot!
http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2046062404.html

I'll paste the text in case his wife sees it and takes it off...

I would like to trade my wife of 18 years for your guitar.

She's a vintage '67 American Honey Blond Deluxe. Absolutely stunning in both appearance AND playability.

I acquired her as NOS in the summer of '92. She's been my only instrument all this time. I love her dearly and hate to part with her, but I love your guitar more.

100% factory original except for the "neck pickups" which were upgraded about 20 years ago to the highly coveted D cup (aftermarket). As anyone who has experience with the D's will tell you, there is no substitute for their feel and playability.

The twin D's provide for a very sweet and firm top-end. Bottom-end on this baby is nice, full, and round. (Mid-range is a little ticklish.)

Normal wear and tear for an instrument of this vintage. Never gigged. (At least that's what I've been told).

Willing to add cash from my side to even out the trade.
_______________________

Found the ad he's replying to...
http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2045759121.html

[kiteman]

This one's a riot!
http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2046062404.html

I'll paste the text in case his wife sees it and takes it off...

I would like to trade my wife of 18 years for your guitar.

She's a vintage '67 American Honey Blond Deluxe. Absolutely stunning in both appearance AND playability.

I acquired her as NOS in the summer of '92. She's been my only instrument all this time. I love her dearly and hate to part with her, but I love your guitar more.

100% factory original except for the "neck pickups" which were upgraded about 20 years ago to the highly coveted D cup (aftermarket). As anyone who has experience with the D's will tell you, there is no substitute for their feel and playability.

The twin D's provide for a very sweet and firm top-end. Bottom-end on this baby is nice, full, and round. (Mid-range is a little ticklish.)

Normal wear and tear for an instrument of this vintage. Never gigged. (At least that's what I've been told).

Willing to add cash from my side to even out the trade.
_______________________

Found the ad he's replying to...
http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2045759121.html

Let me think about it...hmm :)

[poodlesrule]

Let me think about it...hmm :)

No tire kickers!

[bcdon]

No tire kickers!
:worthless

[Commodore 64]

This guy is selling an admittedly fake Gibson guitar. I love the "It's for the collector" part.

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2054973173.html



This guitar looks like it is in pretty good overall shape.

I believe this guitar is a “china” model, meaning it is not a 100% authentic Gibson. It looks very close and has a heavy feel but the truss rod cover has 3 bolts (like an Epiphone) and the headstock looks to be around a 14 degree angle, not the Gibson 17 degree. It looks like it’s a solid body, meaning the neck isn’t bolted on. The pickups say EMG in the bottom right corner, but I’m not a guitar expert so I didn’t want take them off for serial numbers. When plugged in, and the switch is flipped up, the top pickup does not make noise (I think it’s just a wire issue that needs fixed). I have a truss rod cover; however, it doesn’t have any screws.

This guitar is defiantly for the collector who likes to put some time and work into their instruments.

If you have any questions feel free to ask, and I’ll do my best to answer.

This guitar is sold as is.

[bcdon]

This guy is selling an admittedly fake Gibson guitar. I love the "It's for the collector" part.

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2054973173.html
I like how he 'is not a guitar expert' but he knows the correct number of screws on the truss cover, the proper angle of the head stock, and the likely problem with the pickups.. I wonder what a 'real' expert would say. :thwap

[Eric]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2041639087.html

?

Just window shopping on a Saturday...

[Duffy]

That is a cool amp Eric.

They are selling new for 299.

The Ragin' Cajun is a great upgrade, I did it right after getting mine and it gives you a LOT more volume and great tone plus it replicates the models closely. The RC costs online 65. That is 365 as opposed to this guys price. New it comes with a five year warranty, if that is worth anything to you. Getting it worked on may or may not be simple.

Hope this helps.

[Commodore 64]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2091205828.html


Electric guitar. This is not an original Fender Stratocaster. The neck is an original,label states made in USA , the body is not. I do not have a serial number or a date from the neck. I do not have any more history on the instrument itself. The guitar sounds great and would be a good starter for an aspiring musician.

http://www.lucky-cricket.com/files/Cl_Strat.jpg
http://www.lucky-cricket.com/files/CL_Strat_head.jpg

You guys think this could be a real '60s neck on this parts caster?

[hubberjub]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2091205828.html



http://www.lucky-cricket.com/files/Cl_Strat.jpg
http://www.lucky-cricket.com/files/CL_Strat_head.jpg

You guys think this could be a real '60s neck on this parts caster?

I don't think it could be a '60s Strat because they did not have truss rod access at the nut. They started with the bullet truss rod in the seventies, but those typically protrude from the hole in the head stock. Better pictures are necessary. I would ask the seller to take off the neck and take pictures of the base of the neck. There is typically a date stamp there.

[Spudman]

That's definitely a 70s headstock shape, but the string trees don't look correctly placed. I could be wrong but they should be spaced further apart. Some models only came with a B&E string tree too.

Definitely do as hubberjub suggests and see if you can get a photo with the neck off.

It could be correct though. Additional photos would help decide.

[Tig]

http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2106684706.html

Near the end of the description: "There are pictures below. Girlfriend not included but... money does talk..."

http://images.craigslist.org/3n23pc3ld5O65U55X1aca9240f588f7e8162f.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/3m53pb3l35Q05W05X6aca9efad3b406d3112f.jpg

[Spudman]

For some reason my first thought when seeing that picture is "The Exorcist III".


http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2106684706.html

Near the end of the description: "There are pictures below. Girlfriend not included but... money does talk..."

http://images.craigslist.org/3n23pc3ld5O65U55X1aca9240f588f7e8162f.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/3m53pb3l35Q05W05X6aca9efad3b406d3112f.jpg

[Commodore 64]

First things first...I'd hit that.

On my CL, there's a Tech21 that's calling out to me. And my Xmas bonus gets dropped in my account in a few days.


This is the Trademark 30 guitar amp which is 50 watts. It hs a 10" speaker and has different tone controls
which can give you a sparkling clean sound or a dirty tube distortion. The amp is made in the USA and has
reverb and is in mint condition. It lists for $500.00- I'm asking $165.00. 330-285-2921.

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2107029841.html

[Heywood Jablomie]

First things first...I'd hit that.

On my CL, there's a Tech21 that's calling out to me. And my Xmas bonus gets dropped in my account in a few days.



http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2107029841.html
....except that it's rated at 30 watts. $165 is a good price, though.

[Eric]

....except that it's rated at 30 watts. $165 is a good price, though.
Yup and yup. Do it!

[Retro Hound]

How bout a neck for $2000?

http://tulsa.craigslist.org/msg/2111779297.html

Vintage Fender Stratocaster Neck Dated 11/59
Tuners had been replaced a couple times before I got the neck
then I change them too to keep it in tune better.
I have put the originals back on it to sell.
Have more pics...Asking $2000 {Firm}
http://images.craigslist.org/3nd3mf3ld5T05U55P0acd7c3e04e5d9ef1509.jpg

Seems high to me.

[Eric]

How bout a neck for $2000?

http://tulsa.craigslist.org/msg/2111779297.html

Vintage Fender Stratocaster Neck Dated 11/59
Tuners had been replaced a couple times before I got the neck
then I change them too to keep it in tune better.
I have put the originals back on it to sell.
Have more pics...Asking $2000 {Firm}
http://images.craigslist.org/3nd3mf3ld5T05U55P0acd7c3e04e5d9ef1509.jpg

Seems high to me.
"tipical ware"...a real genius.

I also like how the person is "asking" $2000 (firm). I'm pretty sure those don't usually go together.

[kiteman]

Here's an ad here. May be around for a while. :)

http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/msg/2109242735.html

[Tig]

Here's an ad here. May be around for a while. :)

http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/msg/2109242735.html

About that SG... "It's dead, Jim".
http://vulcanstev.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/mccoy_vintage_little.jpg

[Commodore 64]

Pics to follow tonight, but yesterday I met someone to buy a Pathfinder 15R for $75, and I ended up spending $300 but came home with a Pathfinder 15, a Pathfinder 15R and a 2008 Sunburst MIM Tele. The Tele has the 3 barrel ashtray bridge, but he gave me the original bridge too.

[Tig]

Pics to follow tonight, but yesterday I met someone to buy a Pathfinder 15R for $75, and I ended up spending $300 but came home with a Pathfinder 15, a Pathfinder 15R and a 2008 Sunburst MIM Tele. The Tele has the 3 barrel ashtray bridge, but he gave me the original bridge too.

All that for only $300? That was a great deal! :applause

[Duffy]

Commodore,

Don't be surprised if the '08 MIM tele doesn't have noise cancelling in the middle pickup switch position, like my '10 doesn't. I was going to put noisless pups in it but changed my mind because the ceramic stock tele pickups have great tone that would probably be sacrificed with noisless pickups.

I did, however, pick up a set of Fender Vintage Noiseless tele pups that I'm going to put in a nice Squier Standard tele that I have, and see how I like the tone. A plus will be that it will be enjoyable to have a noiseless tele for high gain amps and pedals. The stock MIM gets real noisy at high gain unless you turn down the guitar and amp controls, and that eliminates a lot of the tele tone that I enjoy.

What a great deal. I never see great deals on Craigslist around here. These guys want almost MF prices and sometimes more - doesn't make sense to buy from them.

[Commodore 64]

If I can get my shit together, I'd love to do a demo of the 2008 MiM Tele and my 1994 MiM Tele Squier Series. Both have the stock PUPs so it would be cool to compare them.

One of the reasons I don't do demos is that I don't know WTF to play to demo something. I mean Open chords and Barre CHords would prolly get old fast, heh.

[Eric]

These are two oddballs:

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2123090156.html

This one seems to be trying to sell to the ignorant consumer. I'm guessing MIM, which would be worth...what? Also, what's up with a strap button on each horn?

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2122946707.html

Since this says Fender right on the headstock, I'm not clear on what it is if it isn't a strat.

People are strange...

[hubberjub]

Partscaster. You can buy Fender logos all day long on Ebay. Honestly, depending on the hardware, $400 might be a decent price on that guitar. A lot of times you can get into a pieced together guitar with very nice components for less than you can get a used MIM Strat.

[Commodore 64]

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2149292913.html

Guy wants to trade his Peavey Classic 30 for a Blues Jr. I have a Blues Jr. I wonder if I should send him a message...

[Eric]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2240612195.html

Anybody know anything about these? I'd like to get a cabinet at some point, though I think I'll be moving out of my house eventually, so maybe I should wait. Anyway, I was considering offering him my Crate V50 or some combination of stuff for this. Maybe cash. What do you think?

I also found an Epiphone SoCal 4x12 for $200. How are those?

[tunghaichuan]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2240612195.html

Anybody know anything about these? I'd like to get a cabinet at some point, though I think I'll be moving out of my house eventually, so maybe I should wait. Anyway, I was considering offering him my Crate V50 or some combination of stuff for this. Maybe cash. What do you think?

I also found an Epiphone SoCal 4x12 for $200. How are those?

I think Old Guy has a SoCal 4x12. From what I found on the web, it is made of birch ply, which is a plus. Maybe he can chime in. FWIW, I'm not a big fan of the Eminence Lady Luck speakers. I have one in a Valve Junior cabinet and it doesn't sound all that great to me. However, four of them may sound different in a 4x12" cab.

My concern about the Marshall cab is that it is one of the low end ones. So there is probably a fair amount of MDF in it. And the speakers are probably not that great.

IMHO, the SoCal is a better buy.

[Eric]

So there is probably a fair amount of MDF in it.
What is MDF? Chipboard or something?

He sent me some pictures; it's not super-pristine, so I guess I'll pass. Thanks for the input.

[Commodore 64]

Medium Density Fiber Core Hardwood Plywood (MDF) MDF is made from fine wood dust mixed with a binder and heat-pressed into panels...

I was looking into building speakers at one time, for my home theater. It seemed like MDF was actually preferred. But guitar cabs, seems like birch plywood is preferred.

[tunghaichuan]

What is MDF? Chipboard or something?

He sent me some pictures; it's not super-pristine, so I guess I'll pass. Thanks for the input.

MDF = medium density fiber board. Basically particle board with a super fine grain. Very heavy, acoustically dead and not very suited to guitar speaker cabinets. It isn't particularly sturdy. It is great for hifi speaker cabs as it doesn't color the sound. Plywood is superior to MDF for guitar speaker cabs.

To complicate things, some cabs have plywood for the top bottom and sides but have MDF for the front and back baffles. IMHO, the best cabs have all ply construction.

[Eric]

To complicate things, some cabs have plywood for the top bottom and sides but have MDF for the front and back baffles. IMHO, the best cabs have all ply construction.
I think I'll look for some NOS old-growth solid Brazilian rosewood guitar cabs.

[tunghaichuan]

I think I'll look for some NOS old-growth solid Brazilian rosewood guitar cabs.

Make sure it is loaded with four EV 12L speakers. Of course you'd need a forklift to move it. :)

[Tig]

If you want to have exposed wood for a cabinet or head enclosure, you can use cherry plywood. The outer veneer is cherry for a nice ascetic, yet it costs much less than solid cherry or other fine woods. It might take some searching, but lumber suppliers for cabinet makers carry it as well as other A2 grade veneered plywood like birch, walnut, and oak.

[Duffy]

I have a So. Cal. and am very happy with it. I use it all the time and currently have my Egnater Tweaker hooked up to it. Sometimes I hook up my Blackheart Little Giant or Peavey Mini Colossal. It works good for all and looks good. Sounds great. It is a 285 watt cab I believe, something close to that.

I generally can't stand MDF for anything I build. It is found in the bottom of drawers, the backs of dressers and cabinets, cheap amps, etc. Think about screwing a screw into wood and then think about screwing one into MDF. It strips out, provides a poor joint and is generally an inferior building material - in my opinion. I suppose there are those that like MDF, designers, engineers, etc. But normally it is a cost cutting measure to be used where it can't be seen, but some mfg'ers are getting bold and putting it in plain sight.

The problem is that we have to live with MDF to a greater extent than we might otherwise like. It is the way a lot of half way decent things are built. It's becoming a fact of life, disconcertedly to me. Real decent stuff will not be made of MDF.

I also think you will really like a four by twelve cabinet. I would also avoid getting a cheap Marshall MG series amp type of a one though. There should be a lot of good Peavey cabs out there, like the one used with the Windsor, etc.

Good luck.

[Eric]

Is this a good deal? I offered $60, he said he would take $70.

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2259902483.html

[Commodore 64]

They are good little amps. Especially if you want something portable that will run on batteries.

On one of my many CL deals, I went to a guys house. He had a couple Epiphone Valve Jrs. Somehow he had microcubes run to each of them, he said he used them as a preamp and to add reverb. I don't know exactly how he did it, but they sure sounded nice.

[DeanEVO_Dude]

I have owned two of these amps, sold them both (paid $80 new for the last one, eBay). After getting my Vox, I think that I would check out their little DA5 before I invested any money into the Roland Cubes... They are neat little amps, but the sound was lacking that certain "something" that makes an amp great, IMHO. I have not tried any of the larger Cubes, nor have I tried the Vox DA5. It may be the 6" speaker that makes the Cube sound like it does, meaning that the DA5 may have the same issue... Just some thoughts.

[Eric]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2266993858.html

Weren't old Ibanez LP copies considered good at one point? Not planning to buy this, just curious.

[stingx]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2266993858.html

Weren't old Ibanez LP copies considered good at one point? Not planning to buy this, just curious.

They are supposedly built very well but the bolt on neck would turn me off.

[Spudman]

Some of those are fabulous players and sound great. If you go higher up in the model numbers they will start to have set necks. The one in the ad might be a PF100 or 200. Good guitars, just not set neck. Unless you are a collector there are far better deals out there for $400, which is a bit high for that guitar.

[Eric]

If I needed an amp, this seems like it would be a pretty good deal.

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2266012092.html

[Duffy]

That would definitely be an asset, for sure; and at a good price for the indicated condition.

[Eric]

Is this a good deal?

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/msg/2258398073.html

[Commodore 64]

I'd be all over it if I were closer.

In other news, the shop owner where I take lessons gave me 2 guitars yesterday. A Samick LS-10 (Strat Copy) and a LB-11 (P-Bass Copy). They are old, beaters that he used to rent out that had reached the end of their life.

[Katastrophe]

Is this a good deal?

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/msg/2258398073.html

It's 99 dollars cheaper than new. $200 for a 20 watt, Soldano designed combo with reverb is a steal IMO.

C64 - Cool! Show some pics of the beater guitfiddles! Samick makes a good guitar, and they may be still useful for a "pre-reliced" modding platform.

[Eric]

Is this a good deal?

http://southjersey.craigslist.org/msg/2258398073.html
He said he'll accept $175. I was reading some stuff online that the head sounds markedly better than the combo -- any truth to this? I'm still waffling.

[Eric]

So what's the deal with this bass? It says it sells for $1000 new.

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2269838104.html

Are the Bartolini pickups supposed to be good?

[NWBasser]

So what's the deal with this bass? It says it sells for $1000 new.

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2269838104.html

Are the Bartolini pickups supposed to be good?

Go buy that bass right now!!!

I'm not kidding, that's an amazing deal for a prestige. I think they're closer to $1,400 new.

The Barts in those are the USA models and are very good.

The Prestige soundgears are really top-notch basses (MIJ with MIA electronics) and that's worth closer to $800 on the used market.

And if you don't like it, you can always ship it my way!

[Eric]

Go buy that bass right now!!!

I'm not kidding, that's an amazing deal for a prestige. I think they're closer to $1,400 new.

The Barts in those are the USA models and are very good.

The Prestige soundgears are really top-notch basses (MIJ with MIA electronics) and that's worth closer to $800 on the used market.

And if you don't like it, you can always ship it my way!
I have an email in to the guy. He seemed to indicate he was accepting offers, so I asked if he would consider a different price. We'll see if he responds -- it's been up for a couple of weeks, so you never know what will happen.

Good to know, anyway. Thanks for the info.

[NWBasser]

I have an email in to the guy. He seemed to indicate he was accepting offers, so I asked if he would consider a different price. We'll see if he responds -- it's been up for a couple of weeks, so you never know what will happen.

Good to know, anyway. Thanks for the info.

I can't believe that it's been up for a couple of weeks at that price. In this area it would be gone in 60 seconds!

That's at the top of the Ibanez bass line and the new one, the SR4000E, retails for $1,600.

The only potential downside if you buy it to keep and play is that they have rather skinny necks and don't always work so well for those with big hands.

[Eric]

I can't believe that it's been up for a couple of weeks at that price. In this area it would be gone in 60 seconds!

That's at the top of the Ibanez bass line and the new one, the SR4000E, retails for $1,600.

The only potential downside if you buy it to keep and play is that they have rather skinny necks and don't always work so well for those with big hands.
He (?) said he would take $400, so I'm left to assume it's either hot or fake I guess. Or maybe people around here just really hate Ibanez Prestige basses? I'm going to go check it out, possibly tomorrow night. Would people bother to make a fake of this one? Is there anything to look for when I test it?

Is the neck skinnier than a jazz bass? I've played those before without any problems.

[Tig]

My last bass was an Ibanez SR-something 5-string, and it was really nice. I'll go with Ibanez again next time I yearn for the low frequencies.

[Duffy]

That Ibanez bass would be a great bass in my opinion for several reasons.

1 It has a neck thru body multipiece neck.
2 It has great "active" pickups.
3 It is beautiful natural wood finished.
4 It is a "four" string, not a five string which can keep things simple and make it way easier to find a decent affordable amp. I have a five string and finding an amp that would handle the bass "B" string without making popping and cracking sounds was not easy and my Marshall MB30 with a ten inch speaker was up to the task. Four string basses are more forgiving when it comes to bass amp requirements, plus four strings are more traditional and are really fun to play. So are five strings, but they are different feeling.
5 The Prestige models are premium versions and have noticeably better tone and playability, making them much more of a pleasure to play.

I missed out on a top of the line Peavey bass once with Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounders and had to settle for the standard model. I really wish I could have gotten that premium version and it was at an incredible deal price. I want to put Quarter Pounders in the Zodiac standard version I bought, just like the premium one, a P/J and I hope it sounds like that premium one but I wonder if it actually will. A bird in the hand is worth ten in the bush.

I know money is always an issue, but that bass, Eric, definitely looks like a real special item that you can expect not to come around again for a long time, if ever. Play it thru the PA or something until you can get an amp. You can expect to really like that item.

[NWBasser]

He (?) said he would take $400, so I'm left to assume it's either hot or fake I guess. Or maybe people around here just really hate Ibanez Prestige basses? I'm going to go check it out, possibly tomorrow night. Would people bother to make a fake of this one? Is there anything to look for when I test it?

Is the neck skinnier than a jazz bass? I've played those before without any problems.

I rather doubt that anyone makes fakes of these. It'd be so much easier to fake a Fender and get some $$ out of that. The woods and thru-neck construction of the Ibbby would be rather costly to fake. If you play it, the quality should be rather evident. Those are very much top-notch basses and you'll be able to hear and feel that. Keep in mind that thay have a somewhat "polite" tone and sound rather smooth and even versus the aggressive punchy growl of a good jazz.

The neck at the nut is pretty close to a jazz, but maintains its "skinniness" towards the body moreso than a jazz which broadens out toward the body end.

They are very light weight and are sculpted quite comfortably.

So far as being "hot", that could be the case. I'd run the SN through the local police.

Also, if you get it for $400 I'll be extremely jealous!

[Eric]

We'll see how this ends up. I'm scheduled to go see it, but if some other dude makes it there first, I might be SOL. No biggie, but it would be cool to score this bass. I guess I'll let you guys know what happens.

[Duffy]

My guess is you WILL be a very very happy new bass owner if you are able to pull this one off.

[DeanEVO_Dude]

*EDIT* I feel stupid... I thought this looke familiar. congrats on the bass.

Well, Eric, any updates yet? I clicked on the link, and the post is down.

[Eric]

*EDIT* I feel stupid... I thought this looke familiar. congrats on the bass.

Well, Eric, any updates yet? I clicked on the link, and the post is down.
Looks like you found the other thread, but yeah I got it for $400. Haven't had much time with it yet, but I definitely like what I've seen of it.

[Eric]

So I've listed some miscellaneous stuff on CL, and one guy wants to buy my Kustom powered monitor ($120 new, listed for $70) and Behringer HA100 headphone amp (like $30 new, listed for $15). He also mentioned that he has a Behringer Ultrabass BX3000T bass head that he would trade straight-up for that stuff if I wanted, otherwise he'd pay cash.

So is that a good deal? I know it's Behringer and all, so I'm inclined to just take the cash, but you guys probably know better than I do what a good deal would be.

[Eric]

So I've listed some miscellaneous stuff on CL, and one guy wants to buy my Kustom powered monitor ($120 new, listed for $70) and Behringer HA100 headphone amp (like $30 new, listed for $15). He also mentioned that he has a Behringer Ultrabass BX3000T bass head that he would trade straight-up for that stuff if I wanted, otherwise he'd pay cash.

So is that a good deal? I know it's Behringer and all, so I'm inclined to just take the cash, but you guys probably know better than I do what a good deal would be.
Update: I decided to take the cash instead of the bass head. I'm too leery of Behringer to pull the trigger on something like that. Plus, it's nice to clear out some inventory.

[Duffy]

I realize you made your decision not to go with the Behringer, but I thought I'd mention that I had a Behringer GM110 analog modeling guitar amp, thirty ss watts, that I wish I still had. Can't find another new one and should look for a good used one I suppose. This was a really nice amp that I had absolutely no problems with. It actually got very good reviews from owners.

That bass head might not be a bad deal, if everything works on it. Supposedly they make some better stuff than they get credit for. I think they make Bugera as well.

Anyway, the bass head would be free from any problems associated with the speakers, needless to say. It would just be an amplifier section and combined with a decent cabinet it might be a good bargain, especially for your limited use.

My general belief is to get as high quality electronic equipment as you can afford to get the anticipated job done, so avoiding this unit for a better one might be a good idea. I just wanted to let you know that I was very happy with my behringer guitar amp - for what it was it was great.

On the other hand, I have a really nice bass practice amp - my Marshall MB30, thirty watt RMS solid state with two channels, normal and overdrive. It has a manually adjustable compression control, three voices, and a lot of tone shaping. It has a ten inch speaker and it totally holds the B string on a five string bass if you ever decide to get one of those. The five string bass requires a lot more from the amp and speaker than a four string. I use mine mainly with my four string basses and when I hook up my Zoom B2.1u multipedal I have more variety of great tones than the average person could ever want, but I usually play it straight in, it sounds that good and has that much tone shaping ability. It costs 199 at the big internet places or places that price match.

I also am lucky to have two other larger bass amps. I bought a Fender Rumble 100 fifteen inch when I got back into bass and just a couple weeks ago got my old mid 80's Peavey TNT 115 two hundred watt combo back from my son. That old Peavey combo is a beautiful bass amp, heavy but in mint condition and produces a beautiful array of sounds. It isn't portable like my Marshall. That little Marshall has just enough volume to make a great at home practice amp and has good line out capabilities. I would suggest to anyone looking for a small bass amp to check out those relatively new design Marshalls. They really do a nice job and are not more expensive than the competition but seem to me at least, to do a better job of being a good little bass amp. The tone on that little Marshall will surprise you, plus it has a range of sounds that make it very desirable and useful. I should put my computer interfaces to work and make some sound clips. The little Marshall would definitely do justice to your awesome bass, at least at home or lined out.

[Commodore 64]

I missed a '94 MiM Squier Series strat this weekend...he was only asking $120. I called at 8AM on Saturday (he put it up Saturday morning), but someone was already scheduled to come pick it up on Monday.

[Eric]

This seems like a pretty decent deal: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2358094545.html

If I was in the market for another guitar, I'd probably consider it. I particularly like the combo of 85 bridge / 60 neck. Any input on the value of this guitar?

[Spudman]

HardTails are really good guitars. I've played a few and really like them. $450 is no steal though. That seems about average for a used one.


This seems like a pretty decent deal: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2358094545.html

If I was in the market for another guitar, I'd probably consider it. I particularly like the combo of 85 bridge / 60 neck. Any input on the value of this guitar?

[Eric]

This one's still available: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2359320388.html

Yea? Nay? Any thoughts?

[Tig]

For $65, go for it unless you are in the "I don't need ANY more amphs" Club.

I'd buy it if I saw it near here.

[Eric]

For $65, go for it unless you are in the "I don't need ANY more amphs" Club.

I'd buy it if I saw it near here.
Well, I've been looking for a Roland Micro Cube for a little while to put under a table in the living room or something, so I guess I can't claim that I don't want any amps. I guess my question is whether this would be a better choice than the Micro Cube.

[kiteman]

From what I've read about the Fender Mustangs they sound like some terrific amps. I'm tempted to get one just so I have one. The software and the hookup just sweeten the deal.

If you do get it get the stuff with it.

EDIT: by the way, all Fender amps I had/have have been good stuff. I still have my Fender Rumble 25 bass amp. It's a keeper.

[NWBasser]

This one's still available: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2359320388.html

Yea? Nay? Any thoughts?

I recently picked up that amph. I'm really digging it!

$65 seems a very good deal.

[Tig]

Found a local one (http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2389641414.html) barely used, in box for $70. I might just do it myself!
He had it listed a month ago for $85, but is now taking $70. Hmmmm...
http://images.craigslist.org/3nb3m83o75Y45V45Z3b5id7516cb81de31174.jpg

[Eric]

Well, I have a deal to get it tomorrow for $60, so I guess it's NAD(P) -- New Amph Day (Pending). Hopefully this is a good one!

[kiteman]

Darn you guys. :hungry

I'll wait and see what y'all got to say before I get me one. Of course it'll be new. :D

[Eric]

Found a local one (http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/2389641414.html) barely used, in box for $70. I might just do it myself!
He had it listed a month ago for $85, but is now taking $70. Hmmmm...
http://images.craigslist.org/3nb3m83o75Y45V45Z3b5id7516cb81de31174.jpg
So did you get this? If so, what do you think?

[Tig]

So did you get this? If so, what do you think?

I got it last night. I didn't have much time to play with it, and I didn't know how the controls worked at the time. I like what I heard for the most part. It sounds much better than it should, even before any updates or customizing.

Today I read the quick start guide, so I understand it now. I am currently downloading the Ableton recording app, which is huge. I already downloaded the Fuse app and updated the amp's BIOS. I'll have to spend some more time with everything though.

Later, I'll test my spare Jenson MOD 8" speaker against the stock one to see if there is any worthwhile difference. The Jenson speaker only cost about $26, so who knows. If I want to really change it, I'll throw in a 10" speaker, which will fit without any cab mods.

[Eric]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2455785323.html

Aren't these supposed to be good, or is it the later ones that earn high praise?

[Eric]

Bass amp: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2402155178.html

Aren't these supposed to be pretty decent? If it's older and/or scratched as he says, what would be a good price?

Update: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/msg/2465777888.html Anything good here?

[Retro Hound]

What about this Schecter Corsair semi-hollow for $395? I've been wanting to get my hands on a semi-hollowbody, but don't have the $500+ it seems to take to get a good one. The reviews on this seem pretty good, anyone have personal experience? http://kansascity.craigslist.org/msg/2536330793.html I'll probably be in KC pretty soon as my niece just had a baby and the wife can't wait to get her hands on it.

[Eric]

I know nothing about those Schecters, but it's pretty. What's it go for new? Ah, looks like $800. I suppose that's a pretty good deal then. I like the location of the pickup selector. Hopefully someone will chime in who knows something about those guitars.

[Commodore 64]

My wife paid $375 for my Ibanez Artcore. It was in impeccable condition, but i think she overpaid. Offer the guy $300, unless you play it and it REALLY speaks to you. Because if you go to sell it, you'll have a tough time getting more than $300 for it.

[Duffy]

At half the MF price I'd say it's a fair deal. It looks great and I would not expect it to sit around long. Might be smart to contact the guy and tell him you will be coming to town to look at it and ask him to hold it for you. Might work.

I'm sure you would be happy with it if it is in great playable shape. I have a Schecter semi hollow C-1 E/A that is super beautiful and plays great. I put real SD pickups in it, JB/59 nickel covered. Awesome stereo guitar.

That is definitely a nice looking guitar, but playing it and looking it over would be the real test of value.

Good luck on that one and don't expect it to sit around long.

[Retro Hound]

Well, I was too late on the Schecter, but I did just grab my first pedal! It's a Way Huge Foot Pig fuzz pedal for $30! I thought they went for about $300 and when I saw the CL ad I figured I'd call and he'd say it was a typo. Nope, I got it for $30! I was worried it was stolen, but the guy acted like he's used it for awhile. He only had one other pedal and he could play pretty good.

From the samples I heard on the web, I like the Foot Pig more than the Swollen Pickle.

The Fuzz knob is a little scratchy, the plug in cord is broken, and it's missing three screws from the bottom when he changed the battery, but it works great. Looks new, just dusty.

http://inlinethumb20.webshots.com/49491/2443984610010367626S600x600Q85.jpg (http://entertainment.webshots.com/photo/2443984610010367626GVBDPb)

[Spudman]

Great score Retro Hound.

[Commodore 64]

Local store in Kent has a Blues Jr, used. It's got some wear, but it's covered in tweed which is cool. He's asking $250. It's pretty tempting.

[Eric]

Local store in Kent has a Blues Jr, used. It's got some wear, but it's covered in tweed which is cool. He's asking $250. It's pretty tempting.
That sounds like a good price. I'm personally a fan of SS amps these days -- I don't feel as bad about cycling the power, since there's no real heat-up time. I need to get a place where I can play loud and use tubes.

[Commodore 64]

I've read enough about that issue Eric. I'm convinced that standby switches are superfluous and the on/off cycle's effect on tubes is negligible. Tubes are cheap. If they were 100 bucks a piece, I'd worry. But they aren't. Also, I'm pretty sure that amp I mentioned is a Pro Jr. It was hard to read the tag last night, it was dark and I had a few beers in me. (The music shop is also a beer bar/live music dive). Still, if he'd take 200 for a Pro Jr., I'd take it.

[Eric]

I've read enough about that issue Eric. I'm convinced that standby switches are superfluous and the on/off cycle's effect on tubes is negligible. Tubes are cheap. If they were 100 bucks a piece, I'd worry. But they aren't. Also, I'm pretty sure that amp I mentioned is a Pro Jr. It was hard to read the tag last night, it was dark and I had a few beers in me. (The music shop is also a beer bar/live music dive). Still, if he'd take 200 for a Pro Jr., I'd take it.
Oh, I wasn't commenting on whether you should buy or not with that side note...just rambling about whatever came to mind. I actually haven't read much of anything on tubes heating up -- I just know that it does take them a little while to heat up, since I can't hear anything from the speaker until they do. Care to enlighten me on what you've read?

I do a lot of flipping on and off of my amp though, so until I'm more concerned with good tones I'm actually pretty happy with a puny SS amp for practicing.

[Commodore 64]

Turning a tube amp on and off does adversely affect tubes, but over the life of the tube, it's pretty insignificant. And Standby switches aren't really necessary. If you've got one, you can use it, but there's really no compellingreason to have one or install one, if your amp doesn't have one.

As for SS amps, I'm totally down with them. That's all I use at home (my Bandit and Pathfinder 15R), that is, until I get home tonight and try out that Pro Jr. (It was a Pro), that my wife scored this afternoon. :)

[NWBasser]

Turning a tube amp on and off does adversely affect tubes, but over the life of the tube, it's pretty insignificant. And Standby switches aren't really necessary. If you've got one, you can use it, but there's really no compellingreason to have one or install one, if your amp doesn't have one.

As for SS amps, I'm totally down with them. That's all I use at home (my Bandit and Pathfinder 15R), that is, until I get home tonight and try out that Pro Jr. (It was a Pro), that my wife scored this afternoon. :)

Awesome wife Commodore!

Congrats on the new amph.

So, you have a used music store/dive bar?

Drinking while shopping for gear?

This sounds fun and interesting.

[Commodore 64]

Yeah it is interesting. I'm having some issues with the amp tho (http://www.thefret.net/showthread.php/19175-NAD-Pro-Jr-that-s-been-modded-Need-Help-to-Decipher-the-Mods.).

[tunghaichuan]

Yeah it is interesting. I'm having some issues with the amp tho (http://www.thefret.net/showthread.php/19175-NAD-Pro-Jr-that-s-been-modded-Need-Help-to-Decipher-the-Mods.).

Feeling ambitious? You might try rebuilding the amp on an eyelet board:

http://www.dreamtone.org/PJ.htm

Not for the faint of heart, though.

[Commodore 64]

Meeting someone this evening to trade a couple of pedals (BD-2 and FZ-5) for an Epiphone Valve Jr. Should dovetail nicely with my recapping/retube socketing activities with the Pro Jr.

[Commodore 64]

Valve Jr. Trade went nicely. Tomorrow I'm trading my Pathfinder 15R for a Lovepedal Amp50. I let a harmonica player borrow my Allum Modded Blues Driver, and traded 2 other dirt pedals for that Valve Jr. I'm down to a Polytune and the BYOC British Blues pedal as my only pedals.

Aforementioned Harp player brought over his 1966 Blackface Champ. Sockets needed retensioning. So I got to play on that for 15 minutes or so. Well worth the time I spent working on it for him. Someone had already put new electolytics in there. They did it the dirty ugly way though, there's no more cap can.

[Eric]

Valve Jr. Trade went nicely. Tomorrow I'm trading my Pathfinder 15R for a Lovepedal Amp50. I let a harmonica player borrow my Allum Modded Blues Driver, and traded 2 other dirt pedals for that Valve Jr. I'm down to a Polytune and the BYOC British Blues pedal as my only pedals.
Simple is always good. What do you use for lead boosts? Do your amps have one built in or do you use guitar volume or what?

What's the Lovepedal Amp50 do?

[Commodore 64]

I usually use the Allum Modded BD-2 for my boost pedal. I actually used the FZ-5 when we rehearsed Mr. Soul, so I'm gonna miss it a little bit. I haven't really made friends with the dirt channel on my Peavey Classic 30. In fact, I'm probably gonna gig that Pro Jr. (I understand our drummer is not a "beater"). That BD-2 actually works pretty nice for a booster.

I'm hoping that the Amp 50 has some good hair on it.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60NYvr_NHgM

[Eric]

I usually use the Allum Modded BD-2 for my boost pedal. I actually used the FZ-5 when we rehearsed Mr. Soul, so I'm gonna miss it a little bit. I haven't really made friends with the dirt channel on my Peavey Classic 30. In fact, I'm probably gonna gig that Pro Jr. (I understand our drummer is not a "beater"). That BD-2 actually works pretty nice for a booster.

I'm hoping that the Amp 50 has some good hair on it.
I saw that video after I posted my comment. I'm starting to think that pedals are a bit overrated, kind of the way you view pickups. I have a fuzz, OD/distortion, and boost pedal on my board, along with a Tech21 Sansamp for plugging direct into the sound board, and I could probably use any of them for any of the roles I listed. Sure, some might sound a little better at bedroom volumes, but when you're up to band volume it usually doesn't matter to me as long as the levels are right and you're in the ballpark.

It's nice to have pedals that work well and do their jobs, but I just can't see spending $200-300 on a boutique pedal unless you're talking about recording, and when you get into that it seems like modeling is beginning to take over anyway.

[Commodore 64]

There's a Bronco amp (VibroChamp) on my local CL. I think the asking price is high, wanted to get your thoughts. I offered him $300, waiting to hear back. I'm thinking $350 is probably the max I'd go. Any thoughts?

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2759769932.html

[Commodore 64]

LOL. Look at the description of this Randall http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2760492938.html


This is a great working randall 100 sc guitar amp.. the amp is beat up but I've had it for about 5 years...been though hell and back with gigs but never has stop
....sad to give it up but I have enough gear.....well that being said. The amp has a missing volume knod on distrotion channel but is up eough to jam out .....I use the master control andit has only one 12in create speaker in it because I went to jail and my roommate thought it best to steal and used the speakers out of the amp for his car
messing up a 350 dollar i took it in and had them put in a speaker and used it for house jamming since then .....it still ever loud with broken knob( stated earlier)
which happen at b j's pawn ...never taking nothing thier again.....text for offers and more pics and info ....looking to move this so any resonable offer considered
amp has 2 channels one clean one distortion also has stereo chours and reverb and ect.... do your research great amps top dollar deal at a bottm barrel price

[Eric]

Looks like that one was taken down. Good job on quoting it. Pretty funny stuff.

[Katastrophe]

There's a Bronco amp (VibroChamp) on my local CL. I think the asking price is high, wanted to get your thoughts. I offered him $300, waiting to hear back. I'm thinking $350 is probably the max I'd go. Any thoughts?

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2759769932.html

I thought the Bronco amph was solid state??? Not that there's anything wrong with that, but even $300 sounds like a lot to me... I could be certainly wrong about whether or not it has tubes, though.

[Commodore 64]

Bronco is a student version of the VibroCHamp. It's a 1968 Drip Edge Bronco. Seller got back to me, said he put it on Ebay, and will get back to me if it doesn't sell. :( I'd have driven down there today to get it, cash in hand, too. Check it: http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/msg/2759769932.html

[Katastrophe]

Oh yeah, now I see them tubes! Forgive my ignorance.

[deeaa]

There was a post recently about the Behringer GMX110, V-Tone 30W Tech-21 clone, but with digital FX to boot.

Well I just bought one...picking it up this afternoon for 40€. Not a bad price, it's a nice amp indeed for the money especially...looking forward to playing it quite a lot in my livingroom in the future :-)

[Eric]

Cool. I'm curious to hear what you think about it compared to the regular T21 amps. I thought the GM110 was the original TM30 clone. Is the GMX something different, or did they just tack on some FX?

[Commodore 64]

Trying to nab a EH Holy Stain pedal (reverb, tremolo, pitch shifting). Seller is in my hometown, been trying to sell for a few weeks, but hasn't returned my email yet.

[deeaa]

Short 110 review...okay...

Well it ain't no Tech-21 that's for sure, as much is immediately apparent.

Don't get me wrong, now - the amp can yield sshweeet tones very close to those of the Tech-21's do, actually in some ways perhaps even cooler tones...because of the issues, that is.

The first thing you notice is that the sound is very flat and incredibly compressed. It really 'pumps' even as if there was a compressor, and while this can be really annoying (I found it hard to dial in a decent, tight rhythm driven tone), there is a silver lining to that...leads really 'wail' and sound crazy because of the compression. Bend some high driven notes and apply vibrato and it sure sounds 'tubey' to say the least. Really cool screams.

But there are problems. Besides the over-the top pumping compression quality of the sound, it's nigh impossible to dial a decently even sound in; if you get the top end bright enough, the mids sound dull, or the bass weird...the EQ is even too effective going from really dull to glistening highs in a flash but doesn't affect the mids. This makes it really hard to find a driven tone that works for everything, one of the best qualities of Tech-21.

But it can still sound good.

Also, it has two channels, and the clean channel can also sound great; it crunches up very nicely for SS amp indeed, and on this side there's no compression as in drive side. Could work very very well as a crunchy rock sound amp and might accept pedals well. There are problems here too; if you set the EQ nice on clean channel, it won't work on drive side and vice versa. And also - and this is what I find with all Behringer amps I've tried - the channel switching is wayyyy slow making it impossible to switch channels nice and smooth and accurately. It just kinda goes...oh...channel change..ok...HA! Gothca! Didn't think it'd change just at that second, did you? (If it could speak...LOL)

Anyway...I would NOT say it's a good overall amp, but it'll work very well for some solo wailing or rock chording at home no doubt!

[deeaa]

Played the thing last night for a good while, and yeah despite the issues, it really does sound great at very low volumes too...a delight to play leads on. Maybe just that crazy compression does it. It reminds me a lot of Dod Fx100 od pedals wail.

Also remember I play with active pups...it might not be similarly squashed with passives.

Anyway the verdict stays, it has obvious issues and is not what I would get for any other use than for playing at home but at that it can sound great!

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[cebreez]

Check this out!
http://nashville.craigslist.org/msg/2819707837.html

6 space SKB case for $50

[deeaa]

Here's a quickie demo of the 'new' Behringer:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYHNKitl9bo&feature=youtu.be

[FrankenFretter]

Today I sold a compressor and found a dentist all at the same time. The guy who bought my Line 6 compressor had a dental practice in the next town over (only a couple miles from me). Nice guy, and a fellow guitarist, so it was kind of a no-brainer to choose him for my dentist.

In about 15 minutes, I'm buying an Eminence Texas Heat speaker from a different guy. It's been a real CL Saturday. Good timing with the pedal sale, it covers most of the cost of the speaker. I've been able to sell everything at my asking price lately, which is really nice.

Update: Got the speaker. Peter, the guy I bought it from, is a really nice guy. We're in similar situations; volume restrictions due to neighbors and/or family, and both of us just jam alone, no gigging. I let him know about our little forum here, so maybe we'll see him here at some point. The speaker looks brand new, and he even gave me the box it came in. Now I'll just go put it in my 2 x 12...and off I go!

[Retro Hound]

How about a tube tester? $75 http://joplin.craigslist.org/msg/2966151740.html

"Dynajet model 606 tube tester with all manuals works great with no issues a must have if you play through tube amplifiers..."
http://images.craigslist.org/5G85W15M53Eb3Gf3Fbc4i89f6041a7019189f.jpg

[NWBasser]

Got a good score last night.

I traded my Bergantino HT112 bass cab for another Hartke Hydrive 112 plus $100.

I now have a complete pair of Hartkes which is what I was going for and some bucks to put towards a wireless system.:AOK

[Commodore 64]

I'd be all over that $75 tube tester.

[Retro Hound]

Here's something rather unusual, an amp for an on-th-go kinda guy (or gal): http://seks.craigslist.org/msg/3216697796.html

Suitcase Guitar Amplifier for the Musician on the road - $100

"Yes it is a Samsonite, Loaded with a Crate GFX amplifier with DSP Effects. Looks and sounds great, killer effects, Has wheels, a retractable handle, and room still for your clothes, gear, beer, ect. If interested call **** after 3:00pm. if no answer leave message. "

http://inlinethumb38.webshots.com/51301/2178660740010367626S600x600Q85.jpg (http://entertainment.webshots.com/photo/2178660740010367626pnOlxD)
http://inlinethumb24.webshots.com/50647/2863385870010367626S600x600Q85.jpg (http://entertainment.webshots.com/photo/2863385870010367626EvUqWU)
http://inlinethumb42.webshots.com/49193/2719021830010367626S600x600Q85.jpg (http://entertainment.webshots.com/photo/2719021830010367626NBgekm)
http://inlinethumb07.webshots.com/48966/2653838650010367626S600x600Q85.jpg (http://entertainment.webshots.com/photo/2653838650010367626ufNLFv)
http://inlinethumb62.webshots.com/51453/2940717490010367626S600x600Q85.jpg (http://entertainment.webshots.com/photo/2940717490010367626VjgrTT)

[Tig]

Clever amph! :thumbsup

[NWBasser]

Cool concept, but those stains!:puke:

[kiteman]

Cool concept, but those stains!:puke:

Yep.

[Commodore 64]

$150 out the door, at the ReStore of all places.

http://www.lucky-cricket.com/files/Kustom.jpg

[NWBasser]

$150 out the door, at the ReStore of all places.

http://www.lucky-cricket.com/files/Kustom.jpg

Awesome Jamerson rig!!:thumbsup

[Tig]

Guitar stool Fender - $400
http://houston.craigslist.org/msg/3425957118.html

Working Fender Telecaster back with Telecaster neck legs, built in Amp.
Very Sturdy

http://images.craigslist.org/3K93o23N35K45H35M8cblc56e09ce1f391fac.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/3Id3F83Me5Lc5Q05Hacbl7a24395742dd17c9.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/3Eb3I23L35N85X05Macbl73d9af3bc88613f1.jpghttp://images.craigslist.org/3Ee3L13Md5K45Fe5Mdcbl01b8f66e425d121a.jpg

[Zip]

1964 Super Reverb(s). A bit pricey, but holy crap - this is tone to die for: http://greenville.craigslist.org/msg/3549403083.html

[Tig]

1964 Super Reverb(s). A bit pricey, but holy crap - this is tone to die for: http://greenville.craigslist.org/msg/3549403083.html

Wowsa'! Derek Trucks' favorite amp, too.

Check out this store, Chris' Guitars.
http://www.chrisguitars.com/

A very crude website, but they have all kinds of great old and new gear at some reasonable prices.
Scroll to the bottom of the first page to get to the category links.

[Zip]

Thanks a lot, Tig. I'm now blind. :(

[Zip]

Here's a Strat with substance abuse issues: http://greenville.craigslist.org/msg/3592645778.html

I thought all Valium had static issues??

[Retro Hound]

What about an Aria semi-hollow? From poking around the webs, I would guess it's a TA-60? I've sent an email asking for more info. The guitar is about an hour away, so I want to make sure it's a great deal before I head over. I really wanted a red semi-hollow (yes, I'm that superficial), but I can't pass up a good deal (yes, I really am cheap). http://seks.craigslist.org/msg/4143802872.html