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Palmetto Kid
07-31-2007, 12:23 PM
Has anybody here played one of these. They're typically 32" scale.
I love Rick's craftmanship and what he did with basses when he was with Alembic.
RickC
07-31-2007, 01:11 PM
Played one of the originals, back in the 80's. It was used, hanging at a local shop. I could have (and probably should have) snagged it for $400 at the time.

It played effortlessly, and the active filters (similar to the Alembic scheme) were very sensitive. Wood and craftsmanship were phenomenal as well. The only thing I didn't like was the neck, which was rather small and flatish, and the main reason I didn't buy it.

/rick
Gear Junky
07-31-2007, 01:46 PM
:drool
This one is an featherweight. It's about 6.5 lbs.
It sounds like a P-Bass on steroids.
Also is peizo equipped and can get crispy if needed.
There is a pull pot that features Humbucker or Single Coil configurations.
Yes it is 32in. scale and has a very nice low E string.
What I like about it is that it can also be very Upright sounding too!
Very versitale Bass.

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l186/tomneves/Front.jpg

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l186/tomneves/FrontKnobs.jpg

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l186/tomneves/Back.jpg

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l186/tomneves/Headstock1.jpg
Palmetto Kid
08-02-2007, 10:06 PM
Hey Junky,
That bass is drop dead gorgous!! I'm looking to buy one of those in another
post. I've got an e-mail heading to you.
Gear Junky
08-03-2007, 12:13 AM
Wow! :drool
Where is the other post??....Do you mean there is one for sale.....There aint' too many of these around.
What's it going for?
The Junk Man
zenfreud
08-08-2007, 01:04 AM
Now that is a unique & beautiful instrument - enjoy.
Pa'ani
08-08-2007, 10:18 AM
Hi Palmetto Kid,
Are looking to purchase a Rick Turner Model 1 Bass?
If so I have a good friend of mine who is a Turner Dealer.
His name is Gary Gould of Western Guitars he's a great guy, located in Spokane,WA. (509)990-2987
he definitely will be able to help you find your Turner Model 1 Bass.
Good luck!
James
08-08-2007, 01:30 PM
I love the Rick Turner Model 1 guitar and bass. I've never played a Model 1 Bass, but imagine it would sound amazing.

What I want is a Model 1 Baritone. :)
OscrDGrch
08-08-2007, 02:19 PM
I have a Renaissance Electoline EL-535 with two magnetic and five piezo pickups. Rick Turner has created something very special with this bass. Blending the two types of pickups produces a tone that sounds organic when recorded directly. It is also a pleasure to play with a highly contoured body and flat oval neck. It also hangs nicely on a strap.