Extremely rare late model "Woody" butcher block style Wilson Bass with flame maple Rapier style neck, Schaller Bridge, Schaller pickup and Schaller tuners with Soviet era "Made in W. Germany" stamped in the seals. The body is comprised of alternating strips of premium ash and mahogany. The Wilson brand was the last evolution of the WEM/Watkins company's guitar/bass division from 1968 to around the end of the company in the early 80's.
The maple neck has a beautiful flame figuring on the fretboard and has inlays that correspond with the late 70's to early 80's era Wilson necks. The bass necks of this era did not have headstock logos. The 4-bolt "Made In England" stamped neck plate also correlates to this era. This is an exceptionally rare bass where the luthier was clearly showing off their talents with both the wood selection attention to detail in the build quality. This is a bass with an epic pedigree that is guaranteed to set you apart sonically in the studio and visually on stage. We've never seen another bass like it and don't expect to ever find another one. This is a bass from an era where the Brits were making legendary studio basses.
This rare bass guitar is part of the world famous instrument collection at Essex Recording Studios! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TWITCH and YouTube! @essexrecordingstudios
International buyers are welcome! We ship to any country in the world! This bass will be packed and shipped with love, care and respect! It's in very good condition for a bass that is around 40 years old. You are welcome to collect the bass in person if you are local to our studio in Southend, England at postcode SS1 1AB directly opposite Southend Central train station. Collection available by appointment, just call 07455 251112 (+44 7455251112 for WhatsApp & international)
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