Status Graphite S2000 Full Carbon Fibre Red 1987 - Red Carbon Fibre

Status S2000 Headless – 1986 – Transparent Red Carbon Fiber – Early Serial #125 – Vintage Graphite Icon

Up for sale is an exceptionally rare early Status S2000 (Serial #125, 1986) finished in a stunning Transparent Red carbon fiber tint — a true vintage piece from the golden era of Status Graphite.

This is the real deal: a full carbon fiber / graphite bass (body + neck in one piece) with the desirable fat neck profile, delivering the unmistakable Status feel and tone. Early S2000 models like this are highly collectible and rarely come up for sale, especially in this configuration and condition.

Built from one-piece moulded graphite, these instruments are known for their extreme stability, massive sustain, and ultra-articulate hi-fi tone, with zero dead spots and virtually no sensitivity to climate or humidity. It’s a design that was far ahead of its time — and still competes with modern high-end basses today.

This particular bass plays exactly as it should — effortlessly and incredibly responsive, truly “plays like a dream” as often described with these early models.

Cosmetically, it is in excellent vintage condition. There is one small chip on the back (visible in photos), but aside from that only light, honest playwear consistent with a nearly 40-year-old instrument. Fully functional and professionally maintained.

Finished in Transparent Red over carbon fiber, this bass has that unmistakable woven graphite look with a deep red tint — a highly desirable and much rarer finish compared to standard black carbon models.

The bass comes with a flight case, ready for safe transport or touring.

Specifications:

Model: Status S2000 (Series 2000)

Year: 1986

Serial: #125 (early production)

Finish: Transparent Red Carbon Fiber

Construction: One-piece full graphite / carbon fiber body & neck

Fingerboard: Phenolic

Scale length: 34”

Frets: 24

Electronics: Active Status preamp (2-band EQ)

Pickups: Original Status pickups

Controls: Volume / Balance / EQ

Condition: Excellent for its age (minor chip on back)

Includes: Flight case

Why this bass

Early Status S2000 models are becoming increasingly scarce, and low serial numbers like this make them especially desirable for collectors and serious players alike.

If you’re looking for a vintage carbon fiber bass with modern-level performance, iconic tone, and true collector value, this is one of those pieces that rarely surfaces.