Dood Posted August 17, 2017 Author Share Posted August 17, 2017 [quote name='bassmayhem' timestamp='1502991945' post='3354944'] I am glad you didn't sell this bass, Dan... It looks gorgeous, sexy, wild and wonderful. May I ask what a job like this costs? I've been thinking about doing the same thing with one of my basses. And - publish a pic with your whole "Chameleon Family"... [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmcA9LIIXWw[/media] [/quote] Thank you, I'm glad too! The paint itself isn't the most expensive bit in the grand scheme of things, though it isn't cheap. I think the cost is in the preparation and labour and skill to get it looking amazing. Mark at MIR is a highly skilled luthier and local to me. Oh yes! I'll get some pictures up soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CameronJ Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 [quote name='dood' timestamp='1503001547' post='3355022'] Like my Shuker you mean? http://www.danveall.co.uk/shuker7/complete/16.jpg [/quote] That is porn. Does it feel as glossy as it looks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 17, 2017 Author Share Posted August 17, 2017 [quote name='CameronJ' timestamp='1503002776' post='3355036'] That is porn. Does it feel as glossy as it looks? [/quote] It's shiny, incredibly smooth and not at all 'sticky'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 17, 2017 Author Share Posted August 17, 2017 I'm on my iPad at the moment, so I'll get my other bass pictures up tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 19, 2017 Author Share Posted August 19, 2017 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1503093842' post='3355744'] That looks fantastic. Have you sent any pictures to Sheldon to get his take on it? [/quote] I have! Sheldon and I are friends and I respect him greatly. I did hesitate for a moment in case he might not like it, but that's just me I suppose. As it happens he loves it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkHeart Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 That is truly stunning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweedledum Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 That's a fantastic paint job! It fits the Dingwall style. Anyway, I don't think I'd have the balls to bring something that colourful to a gig. I'm a rather understatement type of bass player. That's why my AB II 3X has the "Ducati White Pearl" finish, which is bright enough for me... Sheldon himself seems to like "bold" finished, too, think about the Swirl on the newer NG2's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz39 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 I had no doubt Sheldon would like it: he is very ok and happy for his Ding owners to experiment. Go to TalkBass and see the array of pickup up mods that users on there get up to - he's shared technical specs and info to help them work out what exactly they are replacing and what change X or Y would mean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 [quote name='yorks5stringer' timestamp='1502997399' post='3354986'] There's a lot of flippant comments on this thread... [/quote] Bravo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris2112 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 [quote name='dood' timestamp='1502918038' post='3354428'] It's funny that so many people have asked me over the years if I use 'TVR paint'. I guess that's where most people are familiar with seeing these 'flip-paints'. Maybe TVR would like to bring one or two round for a test drive so we can compare! [/quote] Yes, I first thought of a TVR, then an MG ZT and then a Nissan Micra, all seen in flip paint at one time! It's a beauty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1503093910' post='3355745'] The penny has just dropped. Is this the one you had up for sale? [/quote] It is! I managed to hold on to it by the skin of my..well, bank account. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 [quote name='Daz39' timestamp='1503490893' post='3358646'] I had no doubt Sheldon would like it: he is very ok and happy for his Ding owners to experiment. Go to TalkBass and see the array of pickup up mods that users on there get up to - he's shared technical specs and info to help them work out what exactly they are replacing and what change X or Y would mean. [/quote] Indeed, Sheldon and I chat a lot. I've tested prototype kit myself and am hatching a plan as we speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 Thank you everyone for the kind comments! I too LOVE it and am looking forward to gigging it (well, it was gigging lots before the paint job, so I should say.. continue gigging it!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dood Posted September 4, 2017 Author Share Posted September 4, 2017 [quote name='Callumjord' timestamp='1504441289' post='3364833'] [/quote] Oh there's more where that came from I'll give you enough time to revert to semi before I post again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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