Massachusetts (USA) instrument maker Michael Pedulla has been making premium custom basses since 1975. His MVP/Buzz, Thunderbass and Rapture models stand out for their original shape, in addition to unprecedentedly perfect workmanship. Typical is the use of Bartolini pickups in combination with active electronics. Among the most famous users of Pedulla instruments are Genne Simmons (Kiss), Chris Wolstenholme (Muse), Timothy B. Schmidt (Eagles) and Mark Egan. This particular bass spent much of its musical career in the Czech Republic in the band Jablkoň (as evidenced by the tiny sticker with the Tibetan flag on the headstock).
The five-string Pedulla Raptor is an active instrument with Bartolini NTBT-P electronics and a Bartolini humbucker pickup. The bass is designed with ergonomics in mind, with the long top horn sitting on the strap and not falling over. Of course, the sound is balanced (one could characterize it in terms of tone between Stingray and Jazz Bass).
The 1996 instrument is in very good condition, the blue metallic paint shows the lower red layer in a few places, regular long term use is visible but functionally the instrument is 100%. There is a cracked pickguard near the controls. Sold with the original case, in which you will find the specific adjustment key.
Please note: this is a used item. This item is being sold in BAZAAR mode, so VAT cannot be deducted on it.
The five-string Pedulla Raptor is an active instrument with Bartolini NTBT-P electronics and a Bartolini humbucker pickup. The bass is designed with ergonomics in mind, with the long top horn sitting on the strap and not falling over. Of course, the sound is balanced (one could characterize it in terms of tone between Stingray and Jazz Bass).
The 1996 instrument is in very good condition, the blue metallic paint shows the lower red layer in a few places, regular long term use is visible but functionally the instrument is 100%. There is a cracked pickguard near the controls. Sold with the original case, in which you will find the specific adjustment key.
Please note: this is a used item. This item is being sold in BAZAAR mode, so VAT cannot be deducted on it.
Specifications
- Country of Production: USA
- Year of Manufacture: 1996
- Electronics: Active
- Number of Strings: 5
- Hard Case: Yes
- Case: No
- Type of Sale: Used
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