Author Topic: 6 string Elan at Willies (Read 225 times)

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

LMiwa · « **Reply #1 on:** September 05, 2008, 01:18:18 PM »

That is a NICE looking bass! Wonder how flexible they are on the price...

tbrannon · « **Reply #2 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.

drjenney · « **Reply #3 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!

dannobasso · « **Reply #4 on:** September 05, 2008, 05:43:07 PM »

I have one in walnut for $500 less.

dannobasso · « **Reply #5 on:** September 05, 2008, 06:01:31 PM »

here tis

dannobasso · « **Reply #6 on:** September 05, 2008, 06:03:45 PM »

LMiwa · « **Reply #7 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?

tbrannon · « **Reply #8 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).

dannobasso · « **Reply #9 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.

LMiwa · « **Reply #10 on:** September 12, 2008, 10:36:11 AM »

Danno - e-mail sent!

dannobasso · « **Reply #11 on:** September 13, 2008, 09:12:30 PM »

Dropped my price to $2675 w/case plus shipping. Epic 5 is also available.

dannobasso · « **Reply #12 on:** September 17, 2008, 02:03:23 PM »

Eric has spoken for the 6.

dannobasso · « **Reply #13 on:** September 23, 2008, 02:46:02 PM »

On its way to Eric!

dannobasso · « **Reply #14 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)