The CRAZIEST bass you've ever seen... and it was Prince's!

To say I was a MASSIVE Prince fan would have honestly been an understatement…
In my opinion he was one of the most talented musicians the world had ever seen.
Bass, guitar, keys, drums… he played them ALL (extremely well!) and to top it off his vocal skills were second to none and he could right hit songs like they were going out of fashion ;)
Yeah.. I was a BIG fan.
So, you can only imagine how excited I was when I was invited to actually play the last bass Prince ever ordered!
The really sad part of this story is that Prince never received this bass, as he passed away shortly after it had been ordered. And trust me, he would have LOVED it!
In this brand new video I travel to the workshop of Simon Farmer to meet the luthier behind Prince's last bass, find out more about the story behind the instrument, and put the bass through it’s paces!
As always, see you in the shed…
Scott
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[@7Dev]

I like how the ONE time Scott doesn't wear a glove is when he's touching a priceless instrument haha.

[@Synthphoney]

He wears the glove cause of a neurological issue

[@ChaseThePinballWizard]

my mom has one of these under her bed, and it vibrates without strings! Crazy.

[@greablood1072]

That’s a guitar dumbass

[@Loko-kk7tl]

@@greablood1072 You knob, I'm pretty sure that's an electric Kazoo

[@TheLowest]

Maybe the active pickups are broken and there's an electric current causing it to shake. Try touching it with your tongue and see if you get shocked like testing a battery

[@ChaseThePinballWizard]

@@TheLowest aight brb

[@corytrevor9180]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

[@gabrielestigliano6795]

That thing would fit flawlessly in Saint's row

[@soportetecnicohigoversomas3451]

true

[@josephmarcillo-coronado]

Gabriele Stigliano I

[@gabrielestigliano6795]

What

[@cbccnc1283]

Gabriele Stigliano thats a fine ass bass hes very good one of the best

[@Guitarkid1991]

Wtf crawled up your ass...or better yet, who? Chill the fuck out lol.

[@samfosdick9874]

Prince was ALWAYS outclassing everyone! The world is a dimmer place without him

[@Annye888]

Truth

[@rus19297]

Dude. He said he was going to show the magnetic back. I wanted to see the inside. Cool bass. I sure hope he was paid in advance for making it. Absolutely stunning craftsmanship. Thanks, Scott for taking a trip to show it off.

[@BraindeadCRY]

I would not be surprised if Princes death had actually raised the value of this bass. Especially if someone else owns the counterpart and ist interrested in completing the collection. Just a guess on my part of course.

[@MidlifeRenaissanceMan]

guinness4life I kind of want it, but kind of don't. It's not me. it's not my tone, sound, ideas. I certainly would have trouble bringing myself to gig with it. It would be a sensational talking point hanging out on the wall in the music room. kind of makes me want to hit the bloke up and say "Make me a bass". I've got a mortgage to pay down first.

[@drock1383]

guinness4life dont prince usually play p basses? cant remember, but i would love to have that natural tele that he couldnt keep his hands off of....

[@PaulWilliamGibson]

If Prince had paid up front it would probably have been sent to his estate.

[@jochemjonker3362]

guinness4life ,it is already a collector's item,i think the only bassguitar,he ordered but never played,by passing away.I'm not into collecting Prince instruments,it's mostly about money and status,i like guitars to how the feel and sound.For example a Clover Basstard 5,i bought a few weeks ago. Beautiful bass,91,5 cm scale,broad graphite neck(20 mm spacing),Bartolini Soapbar pick-ups/Bartolini act.electronics,flamed maple body in transparant yellow. I think Prince would love this one,if he ever played/met one.

[@symbioid]

Every other video: White Gloves. Prince's bass: Bare hand.

[@kevindie]

*_He raw-dogged it._*

[@Butterfly8593]

I said the same thing. Especially since the glove is worn because of a health issue. But Prince’s bass: Bare hand?!

[@nicccandussi865]

He wears the gloves bc of a condition that makes his hands shake, forgot the name, not for hand grease type of reasons haha

[@carlogarneri7873]

I'd do the same, f@xk nickel, this is Prince's bass lol. Anyway touching it for a couple of hours it's different than handling it >20hrs a week, I think that's the reason

[@Danalmagrodrumsnbass]

@@nicccandussi865 Focal dystonia

[@dewaynewhite2928]

Wow! prince was getting ready to showcase his guitars and was cut short

[@scuti2595]

This bass should be in a museum

[@Spenjbob101]

Scuti Goodbye Mr Jones

[@fortj3]

That bass should be recording and gigging.

[@noneedforaname4209]

Instruments should be played

[@caratcranker5874]

Or bolted to an Italians gold engrossed coffin. Looks like Coffin ware. Utter PUKE.

[@ollieheads374]

This bass should be on my guitar rack

[@kevinsteiger5529]

Scott playing without a glove... what world are we living in? :D

[@szaka9395]

did you believe in this glove thing? its 1 big bullshit lol

[@Forty3Snakes]

Szaka what makes you think that???

[@tonysmith344]

Gold plated strings... no nickel, which is what Scott is allergic to.

[@YUHhuhYUH]

Berliner Stadtschloss he uses them because he has hand problems, I don’t remember what it’s called, but his hands shake when they aren’t stiff or touching anything

[@caratcranker5874]

You Neo Nazi Necrosexist.

[@beatz04]

If he actually got paid for the bass he should send it to Paisley Park. They have the guitar there that he mentioned and as the bass is its natural sibling the pair would make for a nice exhibition piece in the Prince museum.

[@michaelroberts977]

Yup

[@TiberiusStorm]

Clearly Prince's estate didn't pay the guy for all his work and that's why he's kept it!

[@tremunique6149]

Shaine MacDonald how did it become that clear?

[@mikerojano7305]

@@tremunique6149 why would he have it if they paid him for it? he mentions how Prince died shortly after ordering the bass, you would imagine that commission would have fallen through, he just decided to continue with the project.

[@tremunique6149]

Mike Rojano, I’m not gonna speculate on y he still might have it nor make any presumption about his intentions. Still nothing has been made “clear” 2 me on wether it’s been paid 4 or not.

[@begevt]

I love and miss Prince deeply. Thank you for this!

[@realjuliagray]

The fact that Prince didn’t get to play this bass in live shows and in the studio, is the saddest shit ever.....

[@beatlesrgear]

He never even saw the bass. It wasn't near finished when he died.

[@jimkalfakis9893]

With your own eyes, you can tell the craftsmanship is on the highest level. No buzzing on any fret. It probably plays itself. The silly comments mean nothing, this guy is an engineer and a true artist.

[@sonny5982]

2:11 those finger smudges

[@drummerdoingstuff5020]

I'm not even a bass player (drummer) but this channel is so awesome plus you bass players are my favorite, other instrument.. Cheers from Texas

[@gratefulila9980]

You drummers are us bassists favorite instrument.... As my drummer friend put it "we have the same heart".... Blessings I

[@nobilise]

"Why was Prince playin' the bass in my face"

[@althejazzman]

Nobody mentioned the matching gold strings?

[@5at5una]

its gold?? woow.. i thought its red or something.. lol

[@GutGrinder562]

amazon com

[@coolerthanyou9548]

You can get them pretty cheap, just gold plating on normal strings

[@ollieheads374]

W8 ye... I want some

[@geddyleesowlnose]

Alex Willis it hinders the sound that’s why it has no mention

[@henrinevermind1695]

I remember this exact Bass Guitar (Lead Guitar version) years before connecting it with PRINCE I'm sure he had PRINCE in mind. He produced it in several colors. Soon as I seen it PRINCE came to mind. It truly was a match made in Heaven RIP (PRINCE) 4ever.

[@gabrielfretas]

There aren't many words to describe this, but masterpiece. This Luthier is a genius.

[@Harrysound]

That is some serious craftsmanship. Wow. Stunning.

[@thebadgerno.1872]

Definitely goes to 11.....Prince...what a Legend...sadly sadly missed...never will be forgotten. Musical Genius 🎼🎵🎶

[@EvgenyNesterov]

Looks better than sounds.

[@kezman74]

I agree

[@angelojulioth3616]

Maybe is the pickups, I swear a Squier sounds a lot better...I'm no trying to be disrespectful to the luthier, but I don't dig the sound.

[@UndecimeBeatitudo]

Sounds quite well. Not outstanding, but well.

[@martinheath5947]

I don't know what it is about boutique fancy basses but to my ears the vast majority sound plasticky, nasal and lack the true warm soulful voice of a classic Fender or Musicman. It's weird. Superb craftsmanship obviously but the tone of this one leaves me as cold as the carbon fibre it's made from.

[@waawaaweewaa2045]

Yeah but the bass amps and FOH gear prince went through would make a 200 dollar bass sound good.

[@RetroGamePlayers]

I am sure Prince would've loved that bass

[@8-bitBishop]

Retro Game Players Definitely☺

[@gregthompson3823]

Sadly, I'm seeing this 2 years after the fact. That's a gorgeous bass.

[@jaminwong9755]

Prince is my all time favorite!

[@kpag3030]

That thing is nuts. It’s the most “Prince” thing I’ve ever seen. Right down to the case. Dope.

[@CamiiloDelgadoo]

that's probably the most beautiful bass i've ever seen

[@DJWOLFLIVE]

The most beautiful guitar I’ve ever seen , EVER!!!!!

[@NikulPrasad]

Literally the coolest bass Ive seen in my life.

[@TampaTec]

amazing futuristic bass guitar #gorgeous

[@sbiegs3885]

#why is everything fucking #

[@ronkozlowski4976]

i know. i think the same. getting old last yr.

[@ollieheads374]

Why does it #matter....

[@tgeer123]

Tampatec shut up dude what is your problem

[@sirrtribbettjonathan]

Very mad bass🔥🔥

[@fly69doc]

One of the most beautifull bass i've ever seen...

this instrument is like a fabergé egg in absolute craftsmanship

[@inspector-tech]

What an absolutely fascinating video!! Thanks Scott. Very impressive! Wish Prince was still here to play that masterpiece!

[@MrToonfish]

Impressive and exceptional work from the luthier ! Stunning instrument

[@generalrodcocker1018]

this guy is very blessed. this is craftmanship at it's highest level. hat's off!

[@setsunameis]

What an absolutely beautiful bass my God!!!!

[@brianmprince3638]

One awesome looking bass! Would like to have seen inside and maybe even more tech details, but feel lucky just to have seen it at all. Fortuitous of you Scott for getting to play it! Thanks for sharing this.

[@davejones6812]

I still can't acept that he's gone so young. What a tragic loss. An absolute musical genius.

[@uniquebeatsboutique]

b4 i read the full title, i thought that looked like a Prince bass! sweet!

[@roguex9469]

That is the most beautiful bass I have ever seen...I want a guitar in that exact fashion. 😭

[@axeslinger94]

He had such eccentric and exquisite taste in instruments omfg thanks for showing this to us!!

[@jonasc1221]

Most beautiful bass I've ever seen.

[@gburcalow]

I would have enjoyed hearing the master play this bass. It is absolutely gorgeous! Miss Prince!

[@ultraak3305]

OMG that is awesome!!!! Huge Prince fan and bass player...Prince played all his funky bass lines in his earlier albums!!

[@jfmax2000]

Wow !!! This is a Real Treasure Right Here Guys !!!! Thanx a Mil For This...He Was a Friend of Mine a Truly Amazing Brotha I Gotta Tell Ya...R.I.P. Spooky

[@AutobotOrionPax]

damn that bass is rocking. shame prince didnt get to use it

[@caratcranker5874]

If he did, there would be shit stains on the ends of those horns.

[@PillsBuryDoughBoy_]

Carat Cranker lol

[@pugsley201]

@@caratcranker5874 they said it’s a shame PRINCE didn’t get to use it, they didn’t say anything about YOU using it

[@plecturaproductions5816]

Prince would’ve loved it...it’s sounds so funky...and beautiful design...very talented Luthier ...I hope he does send it to Paisleypark

[@tyranusgraves2848]

It's beautiful! Glad you got to play it.

[@johnfenlon9750]

what a great luthier and designer . the future looks good with people like that about . realy enjoyed that xxx

[@nr197]

Cool bass and all but... I just went straight ahead and bought Rich Brown's album! That thing is killer!! Thanks for bringing that to my attention!

[@haraldkal]

What an amazing instrument and interesting but heartfelt story. Thank you so much for sharing this dude!

[@herFLYness79]

amazing! I miss my Prince so much! 💜 Nice song playing in the background btw.

[@faustomadebr]

So many people here talking about the bass sound... jezz... it was played on a small amp.

[@tptangenivy28]

And you are listening to it through your phone...

[@joaquinvargas9065]

And the one playing it wasn't feeling it. Weak bass riff

[@alonetorch]

chan vargas To be fair he has a harder time playing without his glove, due to his condition.

[@drumstudiomonchengladbach8131]

I have heard other basses on small amps and they all sounded better.

[@noelhoekstra6852]

They think Prince would play a bad bass.. fake fans.

[@thepurplestream6011]

Oh wow - Prince would have LOVED this. I can see him interacting with this instrument; the perfect complement to his performance. He would have worked it like a pro & made it pure sex. Beautiful creation!!

[@craigaka.popaslidehunt9802]

as a drummer i bass my opinion. on the facts and thAt bass is the best facts to bass your opinion on ..Drum Roll That Its Bassed on Facts Thank you ,, Drummer. Guy oo7

[@jas_bataille]

He used the guitar! RIP Prince

[@1xrayalfa1]

honestly truly!!! the most beautiful guitar I have ever seen...

[@paulieboot]

I`ve been looking for these guitars for years. Wonderful .

[@Lordpoliticallyincorrect]

*So that's the "Deep Purple" people love so much ;)*

[@lornehart8428]

What an honor.

[@MICKEYISLOWD]

That Purple was insanely beautiful. I wish I wish I wish I wish...

[@noasamoa]

Absolutely fascinating process this guy has to create an exquisite instrument and piece of art. Love this video and your genuine enthusiasm for the story.

[@jaggedsphere]

I've watched this vid a few times already. Holy shit every time the case opens!

[@kasares17]

Ain't no particular bass I'm more compatible with...

[@TheGuitarrmann]

David CM, you are one clever dude!

[@fortj3]

I just want your active pups and your........picks.

[@skriptico]

@@fortj3 wait, active pup-ups? 😀 sorry dudZ, today im more stupid than ever.

[@hongkongcantonese501]

You win the internet today.

[@chuckst98]

Wow this is a really cool bass guitar!! Prince would have definitely looked right at home playing it, with a new outfit to match no doubt!!!!

[@peteraudley4671]

A beautiful piece of work. I just love the colours and the neck inlay .

[@necaacen]

gus guitars, I did a case study on gus guitars for a design technology A-level at college, I went down to that guys workshop and documented what he does. The whole carbon fiber resin finish is insane with the tubes. Really cool stuff.

[@markbass354]

one of a kind bass , so sad Prince left us like he did , damn drugs

[@casacasa5397]

I saw an article about his guitar version, recognized this immediately.

[@tabeasalomejehle8142]

It's absolutely stunning!!

[@npinero1]

I just saw the guitar model of this bass at Paisley Park. Bittersweet, I was a big fan of Prince and all of the off-shoots (i.e. Wendy & Lisa, The Time, Maserati, and St.Paul, Jesse Johnson, jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis). Such a shame that all that talent to inspire so many is gone so early.

[@lucasuribe7207]

sick bass!

[@MGTheJuggernaut]

Hey Scott, really glad you took the time to showcase Simon's amazing work! I'm lucky enough to own a G3/5 & a G3/5 Midi.. worth every penny! Simon's aftercare is immense as well, a true ambassador for exceptional service. Just shows his love & care for all his instruments. Superb!

[@PaulSmith-fc9iy]

outstanding!!!!! a real treat, thanks guys.

[@Raezioo]

Jesus Christ, I've been watching this channel for ages and only now do I come to the conclusion that I wasn't even subscribed yet! Dummy haha! Great looking bass, that is. I'm usually not into those 'weird' basses, but I like the elegance of this one. I wouldn't mind adding a Gus Guitar to my collection :)

[@Onestepbehind]

Wait where is your glove ?

[@reiniervanzwieten7092]

he doesn't need it it makes it easier for him but i think he forgot it

[@jimiquackers8275]

thats the power of Prince...no gloves required

[@yiihoahrii8692]

There's no nickel in those strings.

[@biltemamiesruless]

Bobby Smit he's not alllergic to nickel, he has a neurological condition that messes with his fingera

[@reiniervanzwieten7092]

basicly what it does is makes his hand shake but if the hand touches something (like a glove) the shake is less he did a q@a where he ansered this in more detail

[@stevenedwards4470]

That's really a beautifully realized instrument. Wow.

[@waynefoote3781]

Outstanding job on this Bass!!! YESSS!

[@wizardmix]

+Scott's Bass Lessons Everyone's a critic and this guy does brilliant work but I cannot say I'm a fan of the two opposing "Steely Dan" hotdog weenies. To each their own! I'd love to know more about what you thought of tone and playability outside of the amazing craftsmanship.

[@LaSosig]

from the 5 second mark, my jaw was on the ground

[@gstrdms]

you'd have to open wide to accommodate those 2 'horns'.

[@LaSosig]

gvstradamvs is that how you get to play like prince?

[@dylangettinger4085]

It is all part of the D.I.L.D.O design

[@jumpkeys]

Thanks for sharing this Scott!

[@ArthurStone]

Thanks Scott and Gus. It's great to see design and craftsmanship like this. The purple is stunning :D

[@dieselyeti]

Dig the golden bananas. That's different.

[@tylermustardloooser386]

they look more like sausages

[@theholyramonempire]

When he touched it I guess you can say He Got Finger Prince On IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@anthonygoines1466]

RAMON I see what you did there 😉

[@SteveV74]

Nice

[@Csw7878]

That is awesome. What a cool piece. Thank for sharing Scott!

[@cristianvargasestay1086]

That bass is simpli beautiful

[@JohnDoe-hb6xl]

thats the coolest bass ive seen

[@puddleduck279]

John Doe check the motorhead/lemmy bass out,its unbelievable!!

[@kathleenscrochettutorials.8247]

Love how the golden phallus points at Scotty Boys mouth....a lot. 😂

[@nicholaspogue4749]

I can see this guitar in the hands of Buck Rogers or Darth Vader. this luthier is fantastic! Imagination plus talent can create wonders; such as this instrument.

[@GaryTuttle]

I am always a sucker for great design and craftsmanship, but when its a musical instrument that has been as well designed and crafted as that bass, it is even more compelling. Very friggin cool. Thanks for posting, Scott.

[@jeddak]

Fantastic. What a gorgeous instrument.

[@Leiria65]

Does this luthier have a website or something where I can check his other work?

[@Leiria65]

Thanks for the link! Though its kind of dissapointing that its pretty much the same thing in different colors

[@MrDrunkGFunk]

Fuck me that bass is a masterpiece

[@martialdautremont1858]

Thanks for sharing images of this awsome bass

[@peterbustin8604]

That is gorgeous and priceless. Love it !

[@itsalldaywithj2020]

who won the bass guitars?

[@gas327]

I'd love to know the price he was going to charge Prince for the bass.

[@Brianuyahoo]

Not only a beautiful looking instrument, but a great sounding bass!

[@Snibborwocky]

WOW. This was a great video and interview. Kudos Scott.

[@alexbaskov]

6:30 LOL

[@Emma-pb6el]

Oh I'm early! Hi... Also, I want that bass. Scratch that, I just want a bass. Giveaway info...?

[@Empyrean55]

Emmma 2023._ you and me both

[@MrLolwut88]

june 30th

[@ausarmizrahi4964]

Looks like my Warwick rock bass to me.....love the color.....Prince RIP......Thanks for sharing this👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💯🙌🏽

[@Achoti7]

That guitar is BEAUTIFUL 😍😮