1979 Peavey T-40, all original with contour case, in what I will call good condition.
Please note the following:

Condition & Functionality

  • Weight: 11 lbs. 8 oz.
  • All electronics function exactly as they should, with no crackling, static, or scratchy potentiometers.
  • Truss rod operates smoothly and has full adjustment in both directions.

Cosmetic Condition

  • The front of the body and body edges have been very well preserved, showing only a few minor dents or dings.
  • The back of the body exhibits moderate buckle rash/worming consistent with normal use and the instrument's age.
  • The original pickguard has begun to develop the common age-related "bubbling" between the pickups and near the neck pocket. This is strictly cosmetic and has no impact on playability or functionality.
  • The chrome hardware remains in excellent vintage condition with little, if any, visible pitting or corrosion.
  • The back of the neck has a few small indentations on the treble side around the 1st–3rd frets. These are minor and do not affect playability.
  • There is also some light finish worming on the back of the neck consistent with decades of careful use.

Construction & Setup

  • There is a noticeable gap on the treble side of the neck pocket. Based on documented examples from early production instruments, this appears to be a typical factory manufacturing tolerance rather than damage or movement.
  • Early examples of this model are also known to feature a neck pocket angle designed to complement the bridge geometry. Accordingly, the factory Micro-Tiltâ„¢ neck adjustment is currently being utilized to achieve optimal string action and setup.

Case

  • The original case shows typical exterior wear, including scrapes and scratches, but remains structurally sound.
  • The locking latch is currently in the locked position, and I do not have the key. Because of this, that latch cannot be closed and appears to have been pried open by a previous owner at some point. The remaining latches function normally.

Overall, this bass is in great shape considering it is 46 years old.


I do not have this listed as "make an offer" but I will entertain *reasonable* offers sent via message to me.

Please ask any questions you have about the bass before purchase as it is being sold "as described".

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Listed7 days ago
ConditionGood (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • T-40 with Maple Fretboard
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 1978 - 1988
Made In
  • United States
Finish Style
  • Satin
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Fretboard Material
  • Maple
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Body Material
  • Ash
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Color Family
  • Natural
Number of Frets
  • 20

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