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Vintage 1962 National Val-Pro 85 Bass White with OHSC - Ry Cooder Collection

Vintage 1962 National Val-Pro 85 Bass White with OHSC - Ry Cooder Collection

SKU 88NAT000
by National
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$ 3,999.99
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$ 3,499.99 - $ 3,499.99
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Legendary musician, songwriter, composer and producer Ry Cooder is known across the guitar world as not only being one of the great guitarists of all time, but also a prolific collector of instruments. Whether it be vintage Gibson acoustics, funky Teisco electrics from the 1960's, or modern customs by Danny Ferrington, these instruments have a pedigree like few others. Never one to be afraid to tinker, Ry's instruments often have modifications and customized work done to them. Some of his guitars have even become categories themselves - just look up "Coodercaster".


Over the years, Ry has amassed a massive collection. After he recently relocated to a new home, he knew it was time to part with some of it. Not only to make space, but also to allow others to enjoy the instruments and make new music with them. Truetone Music is proud to partner with him on this special project. Together, we present the Ry Cooder Collection.

All of the instruments have been vetted and worked on by Paul Flynn, co-owner of Truetone, head luthier and Ry's personal guitar tech. Each comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity signed Ry Cooder.  We have done our best to research and determine models, years and other information about each instrument - keep in mind that each is a unique piece and may have been modified over the years, and is sold as is. This is an opportunity to own a piece of music history, and to add a special instrument to your own collection.
 
This particular piece is one of the more interesting, partly because it's one of only a few basses in the collection, but more so because it's such an interesting bass!   You don't see many National Val-Pro 85 Basses out there, and especially not ones like this: all original, really clean, and with the original hardshell case.  It's a super unique instrument.  A short-scale (25") bass with a Res-O-Glass body is not something you see every day, that's for sure.  A single Silversound pickup and a piezo in the bridge, with individual volume controls, is all you need.  It's in incredible shape for it's age, and plays like a dream - and could be a dream come true for any collector. 
 
A signed Certificate of Authenticity is included.  A National Val-Pro 85 Bass from 1962 is a special instrument for sure - it would be regardless of who played - but as part of the Ry Cooder Collection, it takes on a new collectability factor.   
 

Serial # T87680