tredders Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 So, a couple of months ago, I bought a '73 Telecaster bass. I'd been after one for years but could never find the right one (in the right condition at the right price). I got it from the bass player out of Marmalade, and he'd owned it for a while & gigged it extensively. At some point during its life, it had a Jazz pickup added (the default mod of the day with Tele basses, it seems). Contrary to many people's views (see the old thread for details: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/207334-nbd-73-fender-telecaster-bass/page__fromsearch__1"]http://basschat.co.u...__fromsearch__1[/url]), I wanted it back to original (i.e. the Jazz pup removing), and that meant that the options were to have a veneer put on the front of the bass (to cover the routing), or have the body sanded & refinished. I opted for the latter, so sent the bass off to Howard (The Bass Doc) for his magic touch. Here are a few 'before' photos: - And here are a few 'after' photos - the bass arrived back to me today: - I couldn't be happier with the results - the bass is beautifully finished - nice even vintage looking finish, with a new pickguard specially made. Howard fitted some La Bella lights, and set the action for me, and it plays like a dream now. I can see why everybody raves about those 70's Telecaster necks now. So, just a quick 'thank you' to Howard for a great job (and for tolerating my "is it ready yet? is it ready yet?" constant emails!), and a huge recommendation for his work. Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Well I`m ready for a slice of humble pie Tredders. If I recall correctly I advised against getting rid of the J pickup, happy to admit the bass looks much better now. If you watch Masterchef, they`ll no doubt have a recipe for the pie................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Lovely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Looks awesome - bet it sounds cracking too! [size=4] [/size] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Burrito Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Superb on every level. That ticks most boxes on the list of what might make my dream bass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Nice one. Give yourself a pat on the back... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Yayaya, I like! Very Leon Wilkeson [size=4] [/size] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1970 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike 110 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Very Very Nice ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetaFunk Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 I would have kept the J-pickup if it had been mine...........but i would have been wrong! That is superb. Lovely colour and great work by Howard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myke Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 I saw the after photo and literally said 'Oh Jesus'.. That is sexy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Very nice, I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Nice work there, Howard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Beautiful, love it. Uncle Horrid is THE man. He made my Custom P, you know... * chorus of YES, WE KNOW * That buttery vintage white with white pickguard and maple is just lovely. You must be delighted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bh2 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Absolute classic look and finish... I've wanted one of these since I was a kiddy. Superb! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1378416696' post='2200144'] Beautiful, love it. Uncle Horrid is THE man. He made my Custom P, you know... * chorus of YES, WE KNOW * [/quote] Yes we know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12stringbassist Posted September 7, 2013 Share Posted September 7, 2013 Oh, that's nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markoire Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 i read the original thread and thought you were crazy. Happy to say that i was completely wrong and it looks absolutely gorgeous. Well done for having the guts to do it and well done Bassdoc for making a superb job of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
q_of_doom Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Awesome work! Mine (a '68) also came with a [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/158660-68-telebass-one-sad-story/page__hl__a%20sad%20story"]story[/url]. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EliasMooseblaster Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1378396198' post='2199692'] If you watch Masterchef, they`ll no doubt have a recipe for the pie................. [/quote] Quite appropriate that he's had it done in "Butterscotch Blonde," as I hear the Masterchef guys like a buttery biscuit bass: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfeyUGZt8nk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick's Fine '52 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 All the pics have gone, hopefully they'll be back soon, sounds like a fine job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 [quote name='EliasMooseblaster' timestamp='1378723486' post='2203608'] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfeyUGZt8nk[/media] [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tredders Posted September 9, 2013 Author Share Posted September 9, 2013 Thanks for all the comments - I'm really pleased with the results. Howard really did a great job. [quote name='Rick's Fine '52' timestamp='1378724706' post='2203633'] All the pics have gone, hopefully they'll be back soon, sounds like a fine job! [/quote] Pics are showing for me. Anyone else having problems? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 [quote name='tredders' timestamp='1378725026' post='2203644'] Pics are showing for me. Anyone else having problems? [/quote] Nope - I can see 'em OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick's Fine '52 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Must be just me then?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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