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Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: fmm on September 05, 2008, 12:42:11 PM
6 string elan seen at Willies American Guitars.
$3500
Serial # 91H6384
 
It looks like brand new, except it looks like some or all of the pickup screws have been improperly replaced.
 
http://www.williesguitars.com/index.cfm?sector=user&page=detail&prodID=3028 (http://www.williesguitars.com/index.cfm?sector=user&page=detail&prodID=3028)
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: LMiwa on September 05, 2008, 01:18:18 PM
That is a NICE looking bass! Wonder how flexible they are on the price...
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: tbrannon on September 05, 2008, 02:45:07 PM
There's only one way to find out Loch!!  Based on the price they're asking for the the Persuader they have, I'd say they're aiming pretty high hoping that somebody will succumb to gas and pay their price.  That Persuader price is well above market- if the Elan is priced similarly, you could probably chop a good chunk off that price tag.
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: drjenney on September 05, 2008, 02:51:06 PM
I've had some dealings with Willie's over the years, having lived in St. Paul for 14 years. They have top notch guitars, but usually want top notch prices. Still, whether they are willing to negotiate often depends on whether the item is  consignment or not. I agree with the last poster: call them and ask!
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 05, 2008, 05:43:07 PM
I have one in walnut for $500 less.
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 05, 2008, 06:01:31 PM
here tis(http://club.alembic.com/Images/395/55581.jpg)
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 05, 2008, 06:03:45 PM
(http://club.alembic.com/Images/395/55584.jpg)
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: LMiwa on September 11, 2008, 12:22:22 PM
What is the body wood on these? Maple?
 
Is there a posting somewhere that lists standard build info for Elans? I tried the reference section and couldn't find anything.
 
Any idea what the string spacing is on these?
 
I assume the quick change bass/treble switches on the one from Willie's were an upgrade?
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: tbrannon on September 11, 2008, 12:36:01 PM
Loch,
 
The standard body wood on Elan basses was maple.  
 
I think Danno's Elan above has the standard Elan controls (vol, pan, filter + Q) and the one at Willies has what is called Elan Plus electronics (essentially what you get with a standard Europa/Rogue these days).
 
I have no idea about the string spacing and beware because as you know, string spacing varies widely on Alembics (based on the request of the original owner).
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 12, 2008, 09:54:13 AM
If you look closely, you will see the boost cut and q switch just below the knobs. It is the plus option. My Excels are built with them and my Distillate has them as well.
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: LMiwa on September 12, 2008, 10:36:11 AM
Danno - e-mail sent!
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 13, 2008, 09:12:30 PM
Dropped my price to $2675 w/case plus shipping. Epic 5 is also available.
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 17, 2008, 02:03:23 PM
Eric has spoken for the 6.
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 23, 2008, 02:46:02 PM
On its way to Eric!
Title: 6 string Elan at Willies
Post by: dannobasso on September 29, 2008, 04:06:29 PM
Done deal my friend!
Delivery Date / Time: 29-September-2008 / 1:14 PM
Delivery Location: RECEIVER
Signed by: CLARK
 
Shipment Detail
UPS Service:   GROUND
Large Package:   YES
Weight:   38.3 LBS
 
Tracking Number:   1Z4AR6510308381477
Reference Number 1:   0
 
Merchandise Description: ALEMBIC ELAN 6 STRING BASS GUITAR W
 
(Message edited by mica on September 29, 2008)