Lot 23
  • 23

Jack Bruce

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jack Bruce
  • Aria Pro II SB Bass Guitar in natural finish, 1980
  • walnut, rosewood, mother of pearl, metal and electronic components
serial number 088047, five piece through-neck headstock with walnut facia, four chrome tuners, "The Aria Pro II" transfer and patent details, rosewood fingerboard with mother-of-pearl dot inlays, twenty-two frets, double cutaway body, single pick up, three rotary control knobs, one mini selector switch, brass bridge tailpiece, one gilt metal back plate, in black rectangular Aria Pro II hardshell case with green plush lining

Condition

Fair to good used condition. Truss rod cover missing. Metal parts corroded. Several marks on the body. Glue mark on back of guitar neck. Case in fair condition, neck support divider loose.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Jack used this bass amongst others for the 1980 Jack Bruce and Friends Tour with Clem Clempson. Footage from a concert for the German TV show Rockpalast during the tour shows Jack using this Aria. 

Sold with a certificate of authenticity signed by Jack Bruce.