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AMPEG DEVIL BASS ASB-1 THE RAREST AMPEG BASS! 1966 ORIGINAL.. COLLECTIBLE
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AMPEG
DEVIL
BASS
ASB-1
THE RAREST AMPEG BASS!
1966 ORIGINAL.
EXTREMELY COLLECTIBLE. ABOUT THIS VINTAGE BASS GUITAR:
For collectors, especially BASS COLLECTORS, this is one of the ULTIMATE COLLECTIBLE PIECES TO OWN. Not many people have ever seen one of these but less had the opportunity to actually own one. THIS IS THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A UNIQUE ADDITION TO YOUR COLLECTION THAT WILL ONLY INCREASE IN VALUE.
Please read what Bruce Johnson, the AMPEG EXPERT says about it:
From Bruce Johnson's website:
The ASB-1 (fretted) and AUSB-1 (fretless) Scroll Basses are a limited production variation on the basic design of the AEB-1/AUB-1. They were introduced around December '66, which is about six months after the AEB-1/AUB-1, and were made for about a year. The most distinctive feature is the unusual body, with two long, skinny, outward-curving horns and triangular cutouts that go all the way through the back. For obvious reasons, they've have acquired the nicknames of "Devil Bass" or "Longhorn Bass". I've never been able to find out what "ASB" stands for.The Devil Bass was the brainchild of an Ampeg employee named Mike Roman, who was inspired by the DanElectro Longhorn basses. He finally convinced Everett Hull to let him develop and build them as an optional model. They were doomed from the start. Nobody at Ampeg except Mike liked them, and dealers were sending them back. Customers were just beginning to accept the unusual appearance of the AEB-1, but they thought the Devil Bass was way too weird.Devil Basses were made randomly from late '66 through late '67, in small batches. It's interesting that some of them are beautiful, and others are poorly made. The earlier ones have a lot of red on the body, including red on the front and back faces of the horns. The later ones, with serial numbers over 1000, all have much more black around the edges, with the horns being entirely black. The later ones also seem to be higher quality and have been kept in better condition over the years. At that time, in late '67, they may have just been made up on special order.Very few Devil Basses are in good condition today, and they rarely appear for sale. They're mysterious and charming, but they're also heavy and clumsy to play. I don't know of anyone who actually plays one in regular gigs. So, most of them have just been sitting around in closets and attics, and the paint is usually cracked and peeling off. The neck, "mystery" pickup, and hardware of the Devil Basses are all almost the same as the AEB-1/AUB-1. There are actually a few small differences between Devil Bass and AEB-1/AUB-1 necks, for example, all of the frets on Devil Bass necks are shifted 1/4" closer to the body. This was probably done to compensate for an error in the position of the bridge and mystery pickup on the body.The bodies of early Devil Basses with serial numbers under #1000 are made of maple with a birch plywood back, similar to the AEB-1/AUB-1. However, later ones are cut from solid maple, similar to the AMB-1/AMUB-1 that would appear in '68. The Devil Bass body extends farther back than the AEB-1/AUB-1, so the tailpiece bolts down to the surface of the body, rather than being mounted on the overhanging steel posts like the AEB-1/AUB-1. The tailpiece itself is the same part as on the AEB-1/AUB-1.I still don't know how many Devil Basses were made, but I estimate that it was about 100 total; 75 fretted ASB-1's and 25 fretless AUSB-1's.
This is a VERY EARLY VINTAGE PIECE that has been STRIPPED AND SEALED (maybe shot with Nitro Clear). It is not the best job I have seen but far from the worst. You can still see traces of the original red and black finish on the inside of the body and the headstock. I had considered having it refinished in the original colors but have decided to leave it as it is (I have another one that is all original).
THE ORIGINAL CASE IS WITH THIS BASS.
Is this another great investment? Who knows? But it sure looks like it to me-that is why I am only selling this one and keeping the other one I also own.
I would rate its operating condition as excellent and its cosmetic condition as fair. It is very attractive stripped but it could have been finished more professionally I think.
For buyers outside the continental USA, please ask for shipping quote before buying this item. Thank you.
Please remember to read our policies and procedures listed below.
The guarantee. The guitar is in FAIR cosmetic condition and is as described in this ad. The guitar is in fully operational condition. Buyer has 48 hrs. to inspect the guitar or have it inspected. Any defects, damage, misrepresentations or other problems must be reported within that time period in writing to the Seller. In the case of damage during shipment, Buyer shall immediately inform seller of such damage and will maintain all original packing materials and box for inspection by the transportation company. If other problems are discovered, Seller will either arrange for repair etc. at a location near the Buyer or request that the Buyer return the guitar to the Seller (Seller will reimburse Buyer for cost of shipment of guitar back to Seller). Seller will correct indicated problems and ship the guitar back to the Buyer within 7 days of receiving it. In the event that the guitar cannot be repaired or replaced with a similar item from Seller’s inventory, the Seller will give the Buyer Credit toward current or future purchases from inventory of Seller. No refunds or returns for Buyer Remorse or Buyer Mind Changing. If there are any undisclosed physical attributes of this guitar that will prevent buyer from playing it successfully, e.g., neck to wide to be played with arthritic hands, guitar too heavy to be played due to back, shoulder, etc. problems, then we will, upon return of the guitar, issue a Credit Memo to Buyer in the amount paid for the guitar plus the cost of shipment paid by the Buyer against the future purchase of a guitar from us.
Have a look at other pieces in my collection. They are all the most outstanding examples of vintage guitars that you will ever find for sale from one source. When you buy the best, then you can sell the best.
PAYPAL.
SHIPPING CHARGES. The charges listed in this ad are for the continental US only. Shipment outside that area is at actual cost and Buyer must pay all tariffs, duties, and other charges that may be levied on the item when it is imported into its final destination. And for foreign buyers, please request a quote for shipping cost before you bid. No surprises are always good. And please do not ask that we use a lower value for an export shipment. NOTE: WE WILL NOT SHIP TO ANY THIRD PARTY AND WE WILL NOT DO SHIP TO ANY FIRM, SUCH AS Shop Airlines America or sekaimon WHO RESHIPS THE ITEM OUTSIDE THE USA. SHIPPING DAMAGE. Any external, or internal, shipping damage MUST BE REPORTED to Seller and to Carrier within 24 hours of receipt of delivery. IT IS THE BUYER?S RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY SELLER IMMEDIATELY IF THE INSTRUMENT HAS INCURRED ANY DAMAGE DURING SHIPMENT. IN THE EVENT OF SUCH DAMAGE, PLEASE RETAIN ALL SHIPPING MATERIALS FOR INSPECTION.NO EXCEPTION.
1. Payment must be received within five days of the end of the auction. 2. NO REFUNDS. Please ask your questions before you bid. As noted under "Shipping", we will repair any defective item. This does not apply to shipping damage or to damage after receipt. Please note that every guitar we sell has been fully audited, tested, set up,inspected, and photograph prior to shipment.
ABOUT TUNEYOURSOUND. Tune Your Sound Sound Your Tune Guitars make Sounds ! Guitar players make Tunes. But which guitar makes your Tune best?The beginning point in making a tune is You. The music in your head goes to your hands which form chords and notes. The end point is the Tune heard by those listening created by the Sounds of the instruments in between. Our job at TuneYourSound.com (TYS) is to fill in the middle. Or, in other words, "complete the chain". We are guitar players and collectors at TuneYourSound.com. Collectively we have personally owned and played over 1800 guitars. And we have seen guitar players play-from Jimi using his teeth to Jimmy using his bow. And now, we want to tell you what we have learned over the years and under the stages. First: There should be two primary guitars in your life. The one you start with (by choice or coincidence) and the one you finish with (once you find it, you'll know it and keep it). But of course, humans are acquisitive by nature, so we are prone to own more than we need-but a guitar player must have what he really needs. Two: Sometimes it's better for a guitar to be heard than seen and other times it's better for a guitar to be seen than heard. So, play it both ways. Buy a guitar that does both. Three: Avoid the hype. Especially now with the Internet overloading us with data. Buy a guitar that you trust from someone you trust. Four: Make it personal. Establish a relationship with your seller. That way you will never be disappointed-nor abandoned. After all, it is still about money-your money. And you deserve to get more than you give. At TuneYourSound.com, we have the answer!
Please contact us directly at ebay email system.
Description
DEVIL
BASS
ASB-1
THE RAREST AMPEG BASS!
1966 ORIGINAL.
EXTREMELY COLLECTIBLE. ABOUT THIS VINTAGE BASS GUITAR:
For collectors, especially BASS COLLECTORS, this is one of the ULTIMATE COLLECTIBLE PIECES TO OWN. Not many people have ever seen one of these but less had the opportunity to actually own one. THIS IS THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A UNIQUE ADDITION TO YOUR COLLECTION THAT WILL ONLY INCREASE IN VALUE.
Please read what Bruce Johnson, the AMPEG EXPERT says about it:
From Bruce Johnson's website:
The ASB-1 (fretted) and AUSB-1 (fretless) Scroll Basses are a limited production variation on the basic design of the AEB-1/AUB-1. They were introduced around December '66, which is about six months after the AEB-1/AUB-1, and were made for about a year. The most distinctive feature is the unusual body, with two long, skinny, outward-curving horns and triangular cutouts that go all the way through the back. For obvious reasons, they've have acquired the nicknames of "Devil Bass" or "Longhorn Bass". I've never been able to find out what "ASB" stands for.The Devil Bass was the brainchild of an Ampeg employee named Mike Roman, who was inspired by the DanElectro Longhorn basses. He finally convinced Everett Hull to let him develop and build them as an optional model. They were doomed from the start. Nobody at Ampeg except Mike liked them, and dealers were sending them back. Customers were just beginning to accept the unusual appearance of the AEB-1, but they thought the Devil Bass was way too weird.Devil Basses were made randomly from late '66 through late '67, in small batches. It's interesting that some of them are beautiful, and others are poorly made. The earlier ones have a lot of red on the body, including red on the front and back faces of the horns. The later ones, with serial numbers over 1000, all have much more black around the edges, with the horns being entirely black. The later ones also seem to be higher quality and have been kept in better condition over the years. At that time, in late '67, they may have just been made up on special order.Very few Devil Basses are in good condition today, and they rarely appear for sale. They're mysterious and charming, but they're also heavy and clumsy to play. I don't know of anyone who actually plays one in regular gigs. So, most of them have just been sitting around in closets and attics, and the paint is usually cracked and peeling off. The neck, "mystery" pickup, and hardware of the Devil Basses are all almost the same as the AEB-1/AUB-1. There are actually a few small differences between Devil Bass and AEB-1/AUB-1 necks, for example, all of the frets on Devil Bass necks are shifted 1/4" closer to the body. This was probably done to compensate for an error in the position of the bridge and mystery pickup on the body.The bodies of early Devil Basses with serial numbers under #1000 are made of maple with a birch plywood back, similar to the AEB-1/AUB-1. However, later ones are cut from solid maple, similar to the AMB-1/AMUB-1 that would appear in '68. The Devil Bass body extends farther back than the AEB-1/AUB-1, so the tailpiece bolts down to the surface of the body, rather than being mounted on the overhanging steel posts like the AEB-1/AUB-1. The tailpiece itself is the same part as on the AEB-1/AUB-1.I still don't know how many Devil Basses were made, but I estimate that it was about 100 total; 75 fretted ASB-1's and 25 fretless AUSB-1's.
This is a VERY EARLY VINTAGE PIECE that has been STRIPPED AND SEALED (maybe shot with Nitro Clear). It is not the best job I have seen but far from the worst. You can still see traces of the original red and black finish on the inside of the body and the headstock. I had considered having it refinished in the original colors but have decided to leave it as it is (I have another one that is all original).
THE ORIGINAL CASE IS WITH THIS BASS.
Is this another great investment? Who knows? But it sure looks like it to me-that is why I am only selling this one and keeping the other one I also own.
I would rate its operating condition as excellent and its cosmetic condition as fair. It is very attractive stripped but it could have been finished more professionally I think.
For buyers outside the continental USA, please ask for shipping quote before buying this item. Thank you.
Please remember to read our policies and procedures listed below.
The guarantee. The guitar is in FAIR cosmetic condition and is as described in this ad. The guitar is in fully operational condition. Buyer has 48 hrs. to inspect the guitar or have it inspected. Any defects, damage, misrepresentations or other problems must be reported within that time period in writing to the Seller. In the case of damage during shipment, Buyer shall immediately inform seller of such damage and will maintain all original packing materials and box for inspection by the transportation company. If other problems are discovered, Seller will either arrange for repair etc. at a location near the Buyer or request that the Buyer return the guitar to the Seller (Seller will reimburse Buyer for cost of shipment of guitar back to Seller). Seller will correct indicated problems and ship the guitar back to the Buyer within 7 days of receiving it. In the event that the guitar cannot be repaired or replaced with a similar item from Seller’s inventory, the Seller will give the Buyer Credit toward current or future purchases from inventory of Seller. No refunds or returns for Buyer Remorse or Buyer Mind Changing. If there are any undisclosed physical attributes of this guitar that will prevent buyer from playing it successfully, e.g., neck to wide to be played with arthritic hands, guitar too heavy to be played due to back, shoulder, etc. problems, then we will, upon return of the guitar, issue a Credit Memo to Buyer in the amount paid for the guitar plus the cost of shipment paid by the Buyer against the future purchase of a guitar from us.
Have a look at other pieces in my collection. They are all the most outstanding examples of vintage guitars that you will ever find for sale from one source. When you buy the best, then you can sell the best.
PAYPAL.
SHIPPING CHARGES. The charges listed in this ad are for the continental US only. Shipment outside that area is at actual cost and Buyer must pay all tariffs, duties, and other charges that may be levied on the item when it is imported into its final destination. And for foreign buyers, please request a quote for shipping cost before you bid. No surprises are always good. And please do not ask that we use a lower value for an export shipment. NOTE: WE WILL NOT SHIP TO ANY THIRD PARTY AND WE WILL NOT DO SHIP TO ANY FIRM, SUCH AS Shop Airlines America or sekaimon WHO RESHIPS THE ITEM OUTSIDE THE USA. SHIPPING DAMAGE. Any external, or internal, shipping damage MUST BE REPORTED to Seller and to Carrier within 24 hours of receipt of delivery. IT IS THE BUYER?S RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY SELLER IMMEDIATELY IF THE INSTRUMENT HAS INCURRED ANY DAMAGE DURING SHIPMENT. IN THE EVENT OF SUCH DAMAGE, PLEASE RETAIN ALL SHIPPING MATERIALS FOR INSPECTION.NO EXCEPTION.
1. Payment must be received within five days of the end of the auction. 2. NO REFUNDS. Please ask your questions before you bid. As noted under "Shipping", we will repair any defective item. This does not apply to shipping damage or to damage after receipt. Please note that every guitar we sell has been fully audited, tested, set up,inspected, and photograph prior to shipment.
ABOUT TUNEYOURSOUND. Tune Your Sound Sound Your Tune Guitars make Sounds ! Guitar players make Tunes. But which guitar makes your Tune best?The beginning point in making a tune is You. The music in your head goes to your hands which form chords and notes. The end point is the Tune heard by those listening created by the Sounds of the instruments in between. Our job at TuneYourSound.com (TYS) is to fill in the middle. Or, in other words, "complete the chain". We are guitar players and collectors at TuneYourSound.com. Collectively we have personally owned and played over 1800 guitars. And we have seen guitar players play-from Jimi using his teeth to Jimmy using his bow. And now, we want to tell you what we have learned over the years and under the stages. First: There should be two primary guitars in your life. The one you start with (by choice or coincidence) and the one you finish with (once you find it, you'll know it and keep it). But of course, humans are acquisitive by nature, so we are prone to own more than we need-but a guitar player must have what he really needs. Two: Sometimes it's better for a guitar to be heard than seen and other times it's better for a guitar to be seen than heard. So, play it both ways. Buy a guitar that does both. Three: Avoid the hype. Especially now with the Internet overloading us with data. Buy a guitar that you trust from someone you trust. Four: Make it personal. Establish a relationship with your seller. That way you will never be disappointed-nor abandoned. After all, it is still about money-your money. And you deserve to get more than you give. At TuneYourSound.com, we have the answer!
Please contact us directly at ebay email system.