New Bass Build
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New Bass Build
So I have an extremely talented and generous brother who is currently building me a new bass out of recycled timber. Thought I would post some progress pictures! I can't wait to get my hands on it, absolutely digging the contour on the back.
Neck is from a Diplomat Jazz bass (body was plywood but neck was actually very comfortable) which Sam refinished.
Pickups are some old Reflex Reds into a Bartolini preamp. Current controls are volume, tone, series/parallel and a boost switch.
Neck is from a Diplomat Jazz bass (body was plywood but neck was actually very comfortable) which Sam refinished.
Pickups are some old Reflex Reds into a Bartolini preamp. Current controls are volume, tone, series/parallel and a boost switch.
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Re: New Bass Build
That body looks great! Can't wait to see it finished. Keep us updated with progress pics
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Re: New Bass Build
I haven't spoken to him about the bridge yet actually, pretty sure the one in the pic is from the Diplomat. Will see if it's screwed in yet...Frey wrote:that's cool as. Please tell me you're getting a better bridge though.
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Re: New Bass Build
That looks lovely!
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Re: New Bass Build
Yes! Your brothers done a great job with the body shape.
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Re: New Bass Build
good on you, reuse where you can. I made this from wood found in the firewood bin at a furniture maker: