1979 Kramer DMZ5000 Bass

by Tim Mc.
(Tacoma,WA. USA)

I have a Beautiful Kramer DMZ5000 that I've had since Brand new. I take care of my Bass's so it's in Not quite excellent condition. No scratches,All original. Demarzio P/J style pickups,Aluminum Neck.

This is what I think is their best looking and sounding Bass because it's the only of the metal neck Bass's to have both the P/J style pickups that still sound better than most new Bass's. I can't find much on the values of these as they are rare with this configuration. What's should I ask as far as price Value all original Kramer?

ANSWER

Hi, Tim--

Here is the general info:

DMZ CUSTOM 5000 BASS
- offset double cutaway figured maple with walnut center stripes or optional walnut with maple center stripes body, bolt-on aluminum neck with wood inserts, 20-fret ebonol fingerboard with MOP crown inlays or optional fretless fingerboard, split fork aluminum headstock, two-per-side Schaller M-4 tuners, Kramer two-way adj. bridge, one DiMarzio P-Bass split coil and one DiMarzio J-Bass pickups, active electronics, four knobs (two v, two tone), three-way pickup switch, two mini sound switches, aluminum or stainless steel hardware, available in Black or Natural finish, 33.75 in. scale, mfg. 1979-1982.

The pricing info:

Mint $800
Exc.+ $675
Exc. $575
Avg.+ $500
Avg. $425
General $350

**Please note that Blue Book values tend to be low because they are based on demand collectors, If you find someone that really loves this bass, you may be able to sell it for $1000 or more.

Lynne