Is buying a 2nd hand Yamaha RBX JM1 for $1300 worth it?
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relinquish69
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you decide since there isn't a fixed market price for used instruments. prices are usually gauged by the condition. better condition = higher price.
of course, you have to check the first hand price for the bass just to double check.
of course, you have to check the first hand price for the bass just to double check.
relinquish69
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you can't really compare with ebay cos you have to calculate:
1) Shipping
2) Insurance
Also, consider:
1) You cannot test the instrument.
2) The neck might arrive out of shape (Temperature Change).
3) Damage incurred due to poor handling.
4) Scams.
weigh the pros and cons and consider again. also, you can negotiate the price. pay what you are comfortable with if not move on.
1) Shipping
2) Insurance
Also, consider:
1) You cannot test the instrument.
2) The neck might arrive out of shape (Temperature Change).
3) Damage incurred due to poor handling.
4) Scams.
weigh the pros and cons and consider again. also, you can negotiate the price. pay what you are comfortable with if not move on.
http://www.guitar4christ.com/index....on&Itemid=24&jfile=viewtopic.php&f=31&t=23608
Hmmm..... he's selling less than 1k.
Hmmm..... he's selling less than 1k.
relinquish69
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go ahead and buy from him then.
and23_julius
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Fact Speaks for itself
Someone in G4C selling at 1k(The end price migh be lower than 1k)
In one of the replies on respective thread someone write:
"Hey fellow brother, as a proud ex-owner of a RBXJM I hope that you'll sell it off soon. A softie had trouble trying to sell it at $500...."
I personally think it's not worth it to buy at 1300 looking at the fact sheet on past sales.....
Someone in G4C selling at 1k(The end price migh be lower than 1k)
In one of the replies on respective thread someone write:
"Hey fellow brother, as a proud ex-owner of a RBXJM I hope that you'll sell it off soon. A softie had trouble trying to sell it at $500...."
I personally think it's not worth it to buy at 1300 looking at the fact sheet on past sales.....
Just because other people sold for $1k doesn't mean you and zero184 can lowball and pass such stupid comments to undermine the seller trying to sell his bass for $1300
ShredAddict
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comfortable paying such a price, do so. not comfortable forget it. the 2nd hand market is like the fish market, sometimes the prices are high, sometimes the prices are low depending on the demand of the item itself.
Who defines whether a seller is having a hard time selling his item? As long as the used item is cheaper compared to the new item, there would definitely be takers. Just a matter of time.
Who defines whether a seller is having a hard time selling his item? As long as the used item is cheaper compared to the new item, there would definitely be takers. Just a matter of time.
Well, im just trying to find out if paying 1.3k on that bass is worth it, and im not low balling and passing stupid comments. Please get your facts straight. No offense bro...
aquanaut
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tips for buying & selling used gear.
buying -
if you see what you like & require , look at the pics (if any) , scrutinize by zooming in.
call / text the seller and arrange a date and location to meet up to asses the instrument.
as a buyer , it is your responsibility to inspect all the hard ware, wood and electric and electronics.
any damage (slight) to the wood, missing screws/springs from the hardware, pickup do not work correctly (no sound, selector does not select, pots that are jammed, crackly).
if all is in fine order , bargain again (hey, we are asians) and once a price is agreed , ask for a 'return if anything goes faulty' time like 2 days.
always check the hardware as i once bought a bass with the adjustment screw from the bridge B string missing. it was my fault that i overlooked, i had to replace the bridge with a new one as the original bridge was some jap brand and i could not find the part.
check the truss rod, ask or bring your own allen key (by right it should be supplied by the seller) and loosen and tighten the rod to see if its works.
minor dings are alright but it depends on how anal the buyer is.
selling -
if you are selling , remember to give your instrument a look over, check that all the hardware is correct and screws function as required.
be honest about dings and scratches on the body.
change the batteries if the on board electronics require one (or two) no need to use energizer just get fresh eveready black.
clean the instrument.
if a buyer does not revert to you by 2 days, move on and go ahead with another buyer, no point calling out the 'lowball' blame game.
if a buyer has the cash to 'buy it now' ....'sell it now' to he or she now and close the sale.
let the buyer know that if any problems occur in the next 48 hours you will help or take the instrument back (this seldom happens unless the seller is dishonest).
cheers.....
buying -
if you see what you like & require , look at the pics (if any) , scrutinize by zooming in.
call / text the seller and arrange a date and location to meet up to asses the instrument.
as a buyer , it is your responsibility to inspect all the hard ware, wood and electric and electronics.
any damage (slight) to the wood, missing screws/springs from the hardware, pickup do not work correctly (no sound, selector does not select, pots that are jammed, crackly).
if all is in fine order , bargain again (hey, we are asians) and once a price is agreed , ask for a 'return if anything goes faulty' time like 2 days.
always check the hardware as i once bought a bass with the adjustment screw from the bridge B string missing. it was my fault that i overlooked, i had to replace the bridge with a new one as the original bridge was some jap brand and i could not find the part.
check the truss rod, ask or bring your own allen key (by right it should be supplied by the seller) and loosen and tighten the rod to see if its works.
minor dings are alright but it depends on how anal the buyer is.
selling -
if you are selling , remember to give your instrument a look over, check that all the hardware is correct and screws function as required.
be honest about dings and scratches on the body.
change the batteries if the on board electronics require one (or two) no need to use energizer just get fresh eveready black.
clean the instrument.
if a buyer does not revert to you by 2 days, move on and go ahead with another buyer, no point calling out the 'lowball' blame game.
if a buyer has the cash to 'buy it now' ....'sell it now' to he or she now and close the sale.
let the buyer know that if any problems occur in the next 48 hours you will help or take the instrument back (this seldom happens unless the seller is dishonest).
cheers.....
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and23_julius
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Well sorry for my "stupid comments", but this is only my way of thinking when it comes to second hand sales...that's why I added "I personally think". It means that you can abide or ignore since it's my thought only...stupid or not...please keep it to yourself....