Headless

Dedicated to Steinberger guitars and basses and all other headless guitar and bass models, manufactures, etc. Discussion includes purchase, care and upkeep, repair, modifications, accessories, resources , player technique, etc., etc. All is permitted as long as it is pertains to the headless guitar and bass design.

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  1. 4 sale riverhead unicorn headlessbass 4 band eq rare
    dave

    riverhead unicorn head less bass 4 band eq very rare 4 sale australia including heavy duty hard case this is a very very rare deluxe version of this famous bass this particular one did a stint with keith urban for a while ! offers ? please e-mail details

    1. Keith Urban guitar
      Anonymous

      Hello, is this Keith Urban guitar still for sale? Im a huge fan and have been looking for a guitar or banjo played by him. Thank you.

    2. Re: 4 sale riverhead unicorn headlessbass 4 band eq rare
      tim

      : riverhead unicorn head less bass 4 band eq very rare 4 sale australia including heavy duty hard case this is a very very rare deluxe version of this famous bass this particular one did a stint with keith urban for a while ! offers ? please e-mail details

      Is this still for sale?

  2. riverhead unicorn headlessbass 4 band eq rare 4 sale
    dave

    riverhead unicorn head less bass 4 band eq very rare 4 sale australia including heavy duty hard case this is a very very rare deluxe version of this famous bass this particular one did a stint with keith urban for a while ! offers ? please e-mail details

  3. steinberger gm4 ?
    csw926

    hi i just bought a what i was told and thought was a gm4 however im no longer sure the trans trem is wrong it a overlord of music i guess someone could have changed it,i think it has a wooden neck,the cut on the neck heel is different from the others ive seen,the emg are not active but there not marked select there just marked emg, ive contacted gibson who said they e-mail me back with-in 24 hr. but thats been 3 days ago,if someone could help me decide if its a fake or maybe music yo or somthing else,if you would e-mail i would gladly send the pics i sent gibson thanks ([email protected])
    help?>

  4. 80's Washburn Electric Headless Bass
    Tim Clark

    I have acquired a Washburn headless bass quitar (black) that was purchased by my brother in the mid 1980-s in Seattle, WA. The body is not symmetrical at the top and I cannot find any indication of model or identify a seriel number anywhere on the instrument. Only the word "WASHBURN" in white caps appears on the body and on each of the two pick-ups. I know he purchased it in 1986 and it came with a leather gig bag. Any identifying information would be appreciated.

    1. Re: 80's Washburn Electric Headless Bass
      Buck

      : I have acquired a Washburn headless bass quitar (black) that was purchased by my brother in the mid 1980-s in Seattle, WA. The body is not symmetrical at the top and I cannot find any indication of model or identify a seriel number anywhere on the instrument. Only the word "WASHBURN" in white caps appears on the body and on each of the two pick-ups. I know he purchased it in 1986 and it came with a leather gig bag. Any identifying information would be appreciated.

      That would be a Washburn Bantam

      1. Re: What Guitar Company made :
        benjamman

        I’ve been researching headless guitars, and I believe the guitar and bass you are asking about was made by Hondo back in the 80’s

    1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Necron
      Necron

      I have a Headless Bass that is shaped like a very radical Explorer style body. The ball end of the string’s set in the top of the neck, then the string’s go thru the bridge and attach to the regular style tuners at end base of the body. On the lower front horn of the body, it has THE STING written on it, which is the model name. I would like to know if anyone know’s what guitar company manufacted it(KRAMER , HONDO , Ect.?????)

  5. Lefty Synapse XS-15FPA (5 string bass) WANTED
    Seamus Hamiltonq

    If you have or could find or whatever, a Lefty Synapse XS-15FPA, I would just cry with joy and all that good stuff.

  6. Washburn headless guitar
    Karena

    I have a Washburn electric headless guitar ( 6 string, not bass) which I bought in the eighties.
    The serial number on the back is 841197 . It is in relativley mint condition.
    Can any one can tell me about this series as I can’t find any info on them.

  7. A new steinberger-bass SYNAPSE XS-15FPA : ALPINE SATIN WHITE : 5 STRING
    raggatax

    Hello there,i live in amsterdam,can i buy this bass-gytar in holland,since march-2005 i am trying to buy this.can you sell me one?

  8. Steinberger 5 String bass
    Keith Denmon

    I am looking for a Steinberger 5 String of ’80’s vintage. Really, I’d take a four string, but would prefer a five. I’m in the Atlanta, GA area, if that matters!

    1. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
      Ed Kern

      : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

      I am interested in buying an XL-2 do you still have one for sale? my number is 631-587-8039 Thanks ed

    2. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
      dudo

      : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

      1. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
        Ed Kern

        : : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

        I am interested what would you want for it? call me if possible Ed 631-587-8039

        1. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
          Dan

          Is this bass still available? [email protected]

          : : : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

          :
          : I am interested what would you want for it? call me if possible Ed 631-587-8039

    3. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
      Marc

      : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

      Is it still for sale? Any idea what year it might be? Can you send me pics?

    4. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
      Jonathan

      Not sure what those guys are worth, but, I will offer $150..
      : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

    5. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
      tim c

      : I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

      1. Re: Steinberger Bass for sale
        ROY RODGERS

        I am interested in purchasing your XL2 BASS Please inform me if it is still available, and please send some pictures for me. Please inform me if you have an asking price. And a phone #
        Thanking You In Advance
        Roy Rodgers

    6. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Jan Meinema
      Jan Meinema

      I have a Steinberger XL-2 active 4 string bass for sale. Absolute perfect condition. All original parts with original gigbag. Slightly painfull to have to sell it. Any offers?

    1. Re: Washburn Doubleneck Headless
      Robert

      I have one, fretted/fretless, with HSC and lots of documentation (that year’s dealer catalog, price list, etc.). Every year or so I google it, this is like the forth or fifth mention of this instrument I’ve ever seen, always as a single sighting, it’s an interesting piece.

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Paul Abel
      Paul Abel

      I would love to get my hands on one of the older Washburn double-neck headless Bantam basses. Any information would be helpful.

      Thanks,

      pja

    1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Dany
      Dany

      I am in Switzerland, and will sell this new black guitar in Europe. PRICE: 1000 euros (+port).

      THIS GUITAR IS NOT IMPORTED IN EUROPE ! (And probabely won’t be imported for a long time).

      The ultra high-tech Steinberger Synapse ST-2FPA TranScale Electric Guitar is a professional-quality, full-scale, high-end guitar that’s small and easy to carry. Play it open and it’s a baritone; roll the built-in capo up a couple of frets and it’s a normal 25-1/2" guitar. Add to this Steinberger’s brilliant design features such as the tune-it-once direct-drive double-ball bridge with piezo pickup, EMG USA humbucking pickups, fold-down leg rest, and graphite-reinforced neck ultrafast phenolic fingerboard.

      Contact me if interested…

      Cu

      1. RE: Steinberger Synapse ST-2FPA TranScale Headless FOR SALE
        Geri

        Hello,

        is this guitar still for sale? Would love to have it. I am even Swiss, can pass by! 🙂

        Cheers,
        Geri

  9. whammy bar&info
    Christo

    Hi,
    I recently bought a "Jack" shaped Hohner six string "framboise" colored with steinberger trem. Problem is I cant find the trem arm as it came without.Help???
    I have always wanted a headless and wow was I happy to get a really good one. It is a dream to play and I feel so free on stage and so comfortable in the studio. I have all the tonality I could desire and this guitar is going to stay with me. Jack six strings seem a bit "unknown" and I always thought they only existed as basses. Cant buy a new one as Ive checked. In London in Denmark St just shugging shoulders….any info please?
    Let the heads roll…. as we say in France!
    No head all brain, Christo.

    1. hohner jack headless 6 string.
      Don Hands

      hey christo, ive just got 1 of these great guitars, been lookin for a while and got it off ebay for a silly price! you could try hohner cshop, ive used them before and they had all i required, a question to you:- ive got a loose red wire coming from a small black terminal box called “claim blend sound” i havent a clue where it goes, can you help? or can anyone else. thanks.

  10. Yamaha headless guitars and basses?
    Satoru

    Hi, I recall there were headless basses by Yamaha called BX-1 and BX-5, but were there any headless electric guitar by this same company? And please do not include G10 as such since it’s a MIDI guitar controller. Thanks.

    1. Re: axstar wanted bass or electric guitar
      boobullzump

      : looking for 85 or 86 axstars
      I have an Ibanez Axstar 5 string bass #A860027 it plays like a dream, has a few minor surfaces scratches on the back but all in all in good shape comes with the original case, I hate to part with it but times are rough and I know I will regret this later down the road.if interested. enail boobullzump.

    1. Re: Headless sixstring steinberger bass
      David King

      : Does anyone know if you can by a headless six string bass with a small (steinberger style) body?

      : Thanks
      Hi Rich, I have been custom headless basses for 18 years, maybe I can help. drop me a line.

    1. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
      Jose Silva

      I have one Riverhead Unicorn for sell, any one interested?

      : Hello all,

      : Well,it’s the same old story…I had one of these guitars, a Riverhead Unicorn Headless Bass by Headway, ….loved it,…but had to part with it. Now I miss my guitar and would like to get another. Anybody have one for sale or know where I can get one?

      : I would appreciate any help or info you could offer.

      : Brad Stewart

    2. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
      Rand Shrader

      : Hello all,

      : Well,it’s the same old story…I had one of these guitars, a Riverhead Unicorn Headless Bass by Headway, ….loved it,…but had to part with it. Now I miss my guitar and would like to get another. Anybody have one for sale or know where I can get one?

      : I would appreciate any help or info you could offer.

      : Brad Stewart

      I just listed my fretless Riverhead Unicorn bass on Ebay.
      randshrader

          1. Re: I have...
            Will

            I saw your posting for the Unicorn on ebay, but it was much too overpriced especially for something that has had its original finish defaced with cheap black gloss and green crap, good luck with further sales.

    3. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
      Larry Wilson

      Hi, my name is Larry and I own a Riverhead bass. I’m not sure of the model name because I bought it used from a pawn shop about 3 years ago. It looks like a Steinberger copy. I love the sound (fulltime active EMG pickups) but I find it uncomfortable to play. If you’re interested, make me an offer.

      : Well,it’s the same old story…I had one of these guitars, a Riverhead Unicorn Headless Bass by Headway, ….loved it,…but had to part with it. Now I miss my guitar and would like to get another. Anybody have one for sale or know where I can get one?

      : I would appreciate any help or info you could offer.

      : Brad Stewart

      1. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
        Jillian Youd

        : …still looking for a riverhead unicorn bass…any out there?

        Hi Brad,

        I have a unicorn bass I am just about to advertise on ebay here in Australia. Might be a bit too far away for you.

        Jillian

          1. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
            Richard Jeanneau

            Me too, I’m looking for a Riverhead Unicorn Bass. I had the opportunity to try it twice on the last 20 years, but now I’d like to get one. Anyone have one for sale? E-mail me with your price.

            1. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
              wayne labouve

              :i have a metallic red unicorn in excellent shape all original with case single coil front and dual coil in back with single coil to dual coil switch with steinberger bridge all good i have a lot of basses if interested i will give you a price 1980 made in japan great bass email me at [email protected]

            2. Re: Wanted: Riverhead Unicorn Bass.....
              wayne labouve

              :i have a metallic red unicorn in excellent shape all original with case single coil front and dual coil in back with single coil to dual coil switch with steinberger bridge all good i have a lot of basses if interested i will give you a price 1980 made in japan great bass

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Brad Stewart
      Brad Stewart

      Hello all,

      Well,it’s the same old story…I had one of these guitars, a Riverhead Unicorn Headless Bass by Headway, ….loved it,…but had to part with it. Now I miss my guitar and would like to get another. Anybody have one for sale or know where I can get one?

      I would appreciate any help or info you could offer.

      Brad Stewart

    1. Re: L-series steinberger
      cody

      i would like 2 buy it if your interested in selling it…depending on wut condition its in..its worth anywhere from $200 to $2000…i can only but it if its under about $1000 though

  11. PBC STEINBERGER BASS
    Jack Sparagna

    Can any one give me some information on a PBC STEINBERGER BASS? I can’t seem to find any info on it and I am looking to buy one. I love the weight and after two (2) back surgeries weight is a priority for me when I purchase a bass.
    Thanks all you mudder pluckers!
    JS

    1. steinberger bass For Sale!!!
      Sandy

      : For Sale.. Steinberger bass XT-2 Series. Just for $120.

      Hi Is this bass you have for sale … a Steinberger Bass XT-2 DB and if so … Is it in full working order … I look forward to your reply … Thanks

      1. Re: steinberger bass For Sale!!!
        Stan

        : : For Sale.. Steinberger bass XT-2 Series. Just for $120.
        Is this still for sale? If so, do yu have pictures. where are you located?
        regards Stan

    1. Re: LEFT HANDED STEINBERGER ANY PRICE!!
      Ray

      : I’m looking for a Steinberger LEFT HANDED any type of GL model, any conditions, any location and any price!! [email protected] I’m very interested!! THANKS SO MUCH!! Fabio. HiI am getting ready to sell a Steinberger LEFT HANDED bass w/case on ebay, Ill send you some pics if your still interested, Thanks Ray

  12. Steinberger GL2 with Transtrem wanted
    GrooveSync

    Hi i am looking for a GL2 graphite body steinberger with TransTrem, does anyone have one for sale or no of anyone wanting to sell one ?

    GrooveSync

    1. Re: Steinberger GL2 with Transtrem wanted
      Richard Moira

      : Hi i am looking for a GL2 graphite body steinberger with TransTrem, does anyone have one for sale or no of anyone wanting to sell one ?

      : GrooveSync

      i have one, steinberger gl2 3000usd

  13. unknown headless bass
    Don Eheman

    Have a headless bass bought years ago in boston all red 4-string and had a name on it: Ghost. Can not find any info on it anywhere any info would be appricated thanks.

    1. Re: Ibanez Axstar headless 6-string wanted
      Joe Medins

      : If you have one to sell, I’m looking for one. Thanks!

      I recently inherited a black, 6 string Ibanez Axstar model 75 headless guitar in original custom case. Don’t know anything about guitars and only play a little but this odd looking thing looks and sounds great. I notice the 9v battery needs to be replaced often. . Guy at the music store valued it at $150.00. If interested my email is [email protected]

      Joe Medina

  14. Washburn Headless doubleneck bass
    Paul Abel

    I would love to find one of these. I played one years ago and it was pretty cool. 4 string fretted and 4 string fretless headless bass. If anybody has seen one for sale or has one for sale I am very interested. Thanks,

    paul

    1. Re: Wanted Steinberger Q5 or XQ5
      Paula Hinchliffe

      : I’m on a quest for a Steinberger Q5 or XQ5. Preferrably pre-gibson. Please email me at [email protected] with leads.

      I just listed one on eBay this evening and am willing to end the auction early for the right price. Paula

  15. Looking for Ibanez Headless Axstar Guitar
    Scott

    Hello:

    I am looking for the Ibanez headless Axstar Guitar, especially one with at least one single coil pickup.

    Please let me know if you have one for sale.

    Thanks– Scott

    1. Re: Looking for Ibanez Headless Axstar Guitar
      Scott

      My e-mail address didn’t go thru– here ’tis:

      [email protected]

      Thank you!

      : Hello:

      : I am looking for the Ibanez headless Axstar Guitar, especially one with at least one single coil pickup.

      : Please let me know if you have one for sale.

      : Thanks– Scott

  16. Help please to ID headless basses
    Felix

    I’ve just bought 2 headless basses and would like any info about manufacturers, likely dates etc etc. Not been able to find anything on the web yet.
    1. An Alien 4 string passive. Looks a lot like a Kramer Duke (except I think it is all wood) with Grover tuners at the bridge end and a double pickup like a Musicman.
    2. A Sidewinder (??by Fernandes ??) 4 string active. Body shape not unlike a Warwick thumb bass. Steinbereger type bridge and tuners. Double EMG like pickups. 4 controls and a switch on the body front.
    Thanks in advance. Felix

    1. Re: Steinberger Spirit Wanted
      Chris M-J

      : For my daughter. Wanted a Steinberger headless bass.

      I own a spirit that is in good condition and would be willing to sell. Where are you from? I live in Hertfordshire in England. Cheers

  17. Wanted: Lefty Steinberger GL2 or GL4 "paddle" guitar
    J. S

    I am looking to buy a lefty GL2 or GL4 single piece molded graphite guitar. Only Steinberger not copies. Thanks.

  18. WANTED: Steinberger L or P series guitar OR bass!
    jay

    My band is looking for any original (not spirit) L or P series guitars OR basses (gl, xl, xp, gp, l2, etc…) please contact me if you have one for sale or would like to give me a tip on where you saw one! thank you!

    1. Re: WANTED: Steinberger L or P series guitar OR bass!
      Terry Wilcox

      : My band is looking for any original (not spirit) L or P series guitars OR basses (gl, xl, xp, gp, l2, etc…) please contact me if you have one for sale or would like to give me a tip on where you saw one! thank you!

    2. Re: WANTED: Steinberger L or P series guitar OR bass!
      scott latham-james

      i have a L2 bass 4 sale at 1300 pounds o.n.o. ser No 883.
      this was made on 23/6/83 and is in excellent cond.
      if u are still looking and are interested e mail me.
      good luck
      scott

  19. ibanez axstar 6 string wanted
    mark wilde

    I’m looking for an Ibanez Axstar 6 string electric with the original case in good condition. I also have a beat-up Axstar bass with beat-up case to sell that still plays really well. $275 plus shipping.

  20. lefty steinberger bass...search
    kenyon mills

    I am looking to purchase either a steinberger, hhoner , or cort left handed 4 string bass the model which comes in white (colour) I live in Conyers Ga. usa . wether it is used or new does not matter …preferably used since this will be a second /travel bass your help is graciously appreciated…..thanks…kenyon mills

    1. Re: lefty steinberger bass...search
      stephen d.

      Hey, I’ve got this used Hohner B2A lefty bass I’ve been trying to sell. It’s in excellent condition. I bought it in hopes of mastering the bass, but I’m too much more of a guitarist than a bassist. I got it for $350 in its current condition many months ago. I’ll send you the complete description with pictures in a direct email. Check it out and let me know what you think.

      1. Re: lefty steinberger bass...search
        Roger

        : Hey, I’ve got this used Hohner B2A lefty bass I’ve been trying to sell. It’s in excellent condition. I bought it in hopes of mastering the bass, but I’m too much more of a guitarist than a bassist. I got it for $350 in its current condition many months ago. I’ll send you the complete description with pictures in a direct email. Check it out and let me know what you think.

        I am interested; where are you located?
        Do you have an amp/cabbles to go with the axe?

        Thank you,

        Roger

      2. Re: lefty steinberger bass...search
        frank

        : Hey, I’ve got this used Hohner B2A lefty bass I’ve been trying to sell. It’s in excellent condition. I bought it in hopes of mastering the bass, but I’m too much more of a guitarist than a bassist. I got it for $350 in its current do you still have her????let me know

      3. Re: lefty steinberger bass...search
        S. D.

        Me again.. this guitar is currently on ebay and is at $130. I will sell it at that price if that’s what it will close to. If you want to check it out, search ebay: "lefty steinberger bass".

    1. Re: Ibanez Axstar
      neeltje

      I am the proud onwner of one of those axstar basses. I like it qiet a lot, but it not the bass you think it is. It is not a super actif-slapping bass, but instead i like too play it with a pick, and like that, it really sounds like a good old bass. A problem is that the bridge pick-up is something too weak, so you must be carefull using the balance button. I heard many people who replaced the original pick-ups by EMG’s but i didn’t. I have to admit that it looks bizar when you see a blues bass player playing regular blueslines, when playing such a little, headless bass. The serial number normally begins with the year when it was build. mine has ser. Number 850385, which means it was build in 1985.

      1. Ibanes Axstar for sale
        Henrik Isaksen DK

        I have an Axstar I would like to sell. I dont know much about the pickups or the humbuckers, only that they are the original from 1985. The prize is around 400$ mail me if you are interested…

        1. Re: Ibanes Axstar for sale
          arthur

          : I have an Axstar I would like to sell. I dont know much about the pickups or the humbuckers, only that they are the original from 1985. The prize is around 400$ mail me if you are interested…
          hi can you send me pic of the axstar

          1. Re: Ibanes Axstar for sale
            Federico

            : : I have an Axstar I would like to sell. I dont know much about the pickups or the humbuckers, only that they are the original from 1985. The prize is around 400$ mail me if you are interested…

            I’m very interested, send me pics, please …

          2. Re: Ibanes Axstar for sale
            ed

            : : I have an Axstar I would like to sell. I dont know much about the pickups or the humbuckers, only that they are the original from 1985. The prize is around 400$ mail me if you are interested…
            : hi can you send me pic of the axstar

            Do you still have this for sale ?

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... dudley
      dudley

      I have recently bought an Ibanez Axstar headless bass. My older equipment was just to heavy for me now(heart problems)so I had to scale down. I truely love this bass and the freedom it gives me. Can anyone give me any info concerning this type bass? Years made. Are owners manuals available? Any info what so ever will be appreciated. Thanks. Dudley

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      1. Axstar headless bass
        Peter

        I have an knack star headless space for sale I’m asking $450 I bought it in 1985 and plated in the pub circuits in that jacket it is in mint condition with case if anyone is interested I’m currently a solo artist and play guitar.

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