Shambo Posted December 25, 2016 Author Share Posted December 25, 2016 I'd definitely consider a Warmoth body, but I'd like to think there's a UK luthier who'd be happy to supply something comparable. It's the look of the mass produced, everyday, turn-key bass I'm after, and I'd like to make it as genuine as I can afford. Something that has a simple quality about it, a classic workhorse Fender and a players instrument. I could give a new body it's own 'road worn' look by not being too precious about it. If Fender had specified a natural finish with their new line of USA basses, (along with the staple black, white and 3TSB), I wouldn't have started this thread. The Jazz has got its natural '75 RI, so why no Precision equivalent? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprocketflup Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 I know its not quite natural, does the 'amber' finish tickle your tastebuds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 [quote name='Shambo' timestamp='1482668819' post='3202153'] I'd definitely consider a Warmoth body, but I'd like to think there's a UK luthier who'd be happy to supply something comparable. [/quote] I'm sure [url="http://classicandcoolguitars.co.uk/limelight-custom-gallery/"]Limelight[/url] would make you an exceptional one, probably around £800-£900 so a little over your budget but hey, if it's perfect it may be worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 Natural finishes on G&L basses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 Or get a Blonde finish and strip it back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstuk Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 Sandberg vm4 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drTStingray Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 [quote name='Shambo' timestamp='1482668819' post='3202153'] If Fender had specified a natural finish with their new line of USA basses, (along with the staple black, white and 3TSB), I wouldn't have started this thread. The Jazz has got its natural '75 RI, so why no Precision equivalent? [/quote] Yes I've always been curious why Fender has never done this! Offering natural bodied basses requires a better standard of wood and maybe the cost is too much for Fender. Fact is, originals do crop up and they are much better value than say, 60s basses and worth saving for. Either this or maybe a team built CS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gareth Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 [quote name='Funky Dunky' timestamp='1482662687' post='3202125'] That.......is stunning..... [/quote]But it is not a fender, it's an imposter , a poser, a fake It's got to be fender, end of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted December 26, 2016 Author Share Posted December 26, 2016 (edited) [quote name='sprocketflup' timestamp='1482671937' post='3202167'] I know its not quite natural, does the 'amber' finish tickle your tastebuds? [/quote] As in the discontinued VM Precision? Yes, I've been considering finding one, just for the body, to try with a Fender neck. I've never actually seen the Squier in the flesh, so I don't know if it could pass for the aged natural finish. Edited December 26, 2016 by Shambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprocketflup Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 You know what, I'm not sure tbh. I bought one (amber) as I also was after a natural precision to match my natural jazz, but since moving the jazz on I haven't got round to doing what I was going to, which was strip the finish back. As a sort of 'see through' colour you know the body is going to be reasonable wood. Its in a case at me Mums at the minute, Ill take a few pics for you when I next go there if you like, and you can see for yourself if its do-able. They come up for sale on here from time to time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 [quote name='gareth' timestamp='1482698215' post='3202265'] But it is not a fender, it's an imposter , a poser, a fake It's got to be fender, end of [/quote] !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZilchWoolham Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 I haven't bought anything from them myself, but [url="https://www.guitarbuild.co.uk"]https://www.guitarbuild.co.uk[/url] might be worth a look. They offer customised parts in the vein of Warmoth, although their website is a bit more primitive. Still, you could get a 1-piece alder or ash body made, and you'll be able to preview the piece of wood used. You'll have to get it finished by someone else, though, or do it yourself. Jon Shuker will also make you a body, and you can always expect a very good job from him. [url="http://www.shukerguitars.co.uk/services.html"]http://www.shukerguitars.co.uk/services.html[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprocketflup Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Wel, as you can see its a 3 piece body underneath that ( pretty thick) lacquer. The woods themselves look ok tho? Only one way to find out I guess [URL=http://s392.photobucket.com/user/sprocketflup/media/20161228_124416_zpskjhzn36f.jpg.html][IMG]http://i392.photobucket.com/albums/pp4/sprocketflup/20161228_124416_zpskjhzn36f.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s392.photobucket.com/user/sprocketflup/media/20161228_124425_zpskfr0e95f.jpg.html][IMG]http://i392.photobucket.com/albums/pp4/sprocketflup/20161228_124425_zpskfr0e95f.jpg[/IMG][/URL] **edit** sheesh! whats happened to Photobucket? That was painful uploading these two pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted December 28, 2016 Author Share Posted December 28, 2016 That looks quite nice. I'll have to keep an eye out for one of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprocketflup Posted January 11, 2017 Share Posted January 11, 2017 Pm-ed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebigyin Posted January 11, 2017 Share Posted January 11, 2017 [quote name='essexbasscat' timestamp='1482534852' post='3201381'] That's a ringer for one I used to have, all the way down to the white scratchplate (which is my favourite). I'd buy it back in a heartbeat if I had the chance [/quote] That's a beaut i have a Jap Sunburst Precision with a Rosewood board but i'd like a Maple board aswell eventually Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 [quote name='Shambo' timestamp='1482663683' post='3202129'] Could anybody recommend a UK luthier to supply a 70's style, natural P-Bass body finished with a 'vintage tint'? Nothing 'coffee table' fancy, alder or swamp ash, not too heavy and not too valuable? [/quote] I've just put my order in with the exceptional Jon Shuker of ShukerGuitars.co.uk as I have a 70's neck that needs mating with a body. The 'John Deacon' tribute (80-85 period) will be coming together courtesy of the fine hands of Jon. Alder, natural and a quality finish that will allow the body to resonate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 [quote name='dood' timestamp='1484595618' post='3216695'] I've just put my order in with the exceptional Jon Shuker of ShukerGuitars.co.uk as I have a 70's neck that needs mating with a body. The 'John Deacon' tribute (80-85 period) will be coming together courtesy of the fine hands of Jon. Alder, natural and a quality finish that will allow the body to resonate! [/quote] I may part with the bass pictured earlier when the new one arrives, we shall see! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 (edited) [quote name='dood' timestamp='1484595618' post='3216695'] I've just put my order in with the exceptional Jon Shuker of ShukerGuitars.co.uk as I have a 70's neck that needs mating with a body. The 'John Deacon' tribute (80-85 period) will be coming together courtesy of the fine hands of Jon. Alder, natural and a quality finish that will allow the body to resonate! [/quote] I'd love to see a thread about this! I've just bought an unfinished alder body. Edited January 16, 2017 by Shambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydye Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 This sort of thing... http://basschat.co.uk/topic/276145-shuker-p-bass-78-clone/page__view__findpost__p__2982411 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted January 16, 2017 Author Share Posted January 16, 2017 [quote name='andydye' timestamp='1484603712' post='3216817'] This sort of thing... [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/276145-shuker-p-bass-78-clone/page__view__findpost__p__2982411"]http://basschat.co.u...ost__p__2982411[/url] [/quote] Handsome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 [quote name='andydye' timestamp='1484603712' post='3216817'] This sort of thing... [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/276145-shuker-p-bass-78-clone/page__view__findpost__p__2982411"]http://basschat.co.u...ost__p__2982411[/url] [/quote] [quote name='Shambo' timestamp='1484606046' post='3216861'] Handsome. [/quote] Mmmmmmmm!!! Woooooof baby!!!! It sounds great Andy! Oh and possibly something to do with my urge to own a natural P (Along with the lifelong John Deacon thing!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 [quote name='Shambo' timestamp='1484603362' post='3216812'] I'd love to see a thread about this! I've just bought an unfinished alder body. [/quote] Ok! Will do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydye Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 s'awful Purdy, feels like an extension of my hands and sounds perfick! [url=https://flic.kr/p/RfjA8o][/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 [quote name='andydye' timestamp='1484645313' post='3217042'] s'awful Purdy, feels like an extension of my hands and sounds perfick! [url="https://flic.kr/p/RfjA8o"][/url] [/quote] oh god... I'm in love. THAT is just perfect. If it sounds and feels maybe 10% of how it looks, it would be a superb instrument... wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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