The stories behind the vault
A deep dive into bass heritage
Every bass has a voice, but every player has a story. This is a deep dive into the curiosities of the Bass Vault, documenting the history, acquisitions, and unexpected moments behind vintage and rare bass guitars. Whether it’s the evolution of a Japanese Precision Bass or the sparks that started this collection, explore the low-end narratives that define my “Basses in Strange Places” project.
Setting up a bass guitar: When, why, and who I trust to do it
Gibson’s outsider basses: Grabber, Flying V, and the Thunderbirds that never played it safe
Fender’s forgotten colors: Antigua, Surf Green, Daphne Blue and the finishes collectors chase
Lawsuit era bass guitars: Why Japanese copies became the real thing
CBS-era Fender basses: Separating myth from reality (1965-1985)
1978 vs. 2012 Fender Antigua Precision Bass: Camouflage to classic
Vintage & rare bass stories: The old soul of the Bass Vault
How I got hooked on the Fender PB70’s
The story behind – How it all started
It’s all about the passion!
Made and meant to be shared, an absolute must-see!
Unleashed creative showcasing with basses in unexpected locations.
Henrik Bonde Hanfgarn Bass player, passionate keeper of the bass vault and bass escapade extraordinaire.
Gear I love to use: TC Electronic Blacksmith, Fender Bassman ’67 (AB165), Ampeg bass cabs and the Line6 HX Stomp when it calls for quick and compact solutions.
