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Came up on my FB newsfeed. Makes the brand secure I think after Gibson. http://ampeg.com/roundsound/news-events/2018/05/loud-audio-llc-announces-the-sale-of-iconic-ampeg-brand/

This came up on my FB feed for some reason. Doesn't quite look the same as the pic to me (control knobs, neck pick up) can't quite manage the reserve... https://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/frank-zappa-s-customised-1952-53-gibson-les-paul-10-c-08748eda8c?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=retargeting&utm_content=dpa&gdffi=dca0399140a148a7a30f2232feaa5a73&gdfms=3071FE75C02143D0A901C14816B369D3

It's partly done with with steel wool, ran out of time and can'gt get back to it until next week. Going to take it back a little further to a complete matt finish I think. Plenty of laquer for protection. Se what it's like then Andy

Thanks Andy

Only to use a pillar drill for symmetry and progressive drill bit sizes to avoid tear out on the wood. The last 10mm size i turned the drill by hand very slowly. If you meant suppliers, the ones I got from Northwest guitars are good quality. Andy

Got a bit done, I tried a red dye on a sample piece of ash and it didn't work for me, so I've sanded and flatted (and sanded and sanded..) sanding sealer, then sanded, then four coats of clear laquer, then sanded then four coats of laquer and at the moment I'm cutting back with 4o steel wool. To be honest, I'm feeling the satin/matt finish more than gloss finish. Going to oil the neck and fingerboard and put it together to see the overall effect. The grain is looking good I think. Shaped the headstock and added a waterslide decal for a bit of fun. I've also picked up some generic ashtrays from ebay (china) will post some pics when its together (with and without them) and maybe get some views from you guys (er and gals) Andy

...and while I said I was going with the supplied set up, I,er, picked up a high mass bridge and through body ferrules last week....( I know, I know, stick with the program...) Andy http://www.northwestguitars.co.uk/4-string-electric-precision-jazz-bass-guitar-bridge-bb404/

No problem Andy, the more options the better really. Although you have created some stunning tops I'm still leaning towards a trans red I think. Haven't had any time with it yet work/kids/etc taking up most of it. It won't be gathering dust though Andy

Yes that's the idea, maybe even a little softer on the colour strength. Thanks Discreet, Andy

Thanks for the pics Jez, I think the bold grain on the two pics is a bit much for me, was looking at something more subtle if I go down the the exposed grain route. Something like a background shading tint, not too strong. Can't find a pic of what I'm trying to say lol. Must admit the ash body you've oiled is a nice finish and the matched grain is completely OCD lol, must have been a job getting that result! An old Encore, from Kays catalogue? Thanks Andy

Thanks Norris, feeling the clear colour now. What make of grain filler did you use and was it a water based dye? Discreet has me about convinced about red I think. Andy

Hmm, red now... mind distinctly boggled. Could be right with the white guard that came with the kit (starting to dribble, and not about the trans blonde), Andy

Think I might try the sponge option Grangur ha ha! I don't have the receipts to hand, but it was around £200 all in for cost of bass, shipping, VAT, and Handling charge I think. Maybe a few £ either way. Worth it I think

Yes read through your build and picked up a few tips along the way. Turned out real nice mate and I'm feeling more inclined to a natural finish now. No snap decisions though lol Andy

Original plan was black, like a Roger Waters signature, but now.... Andy

Sounds nice Geek, I like a white with a tort scratchplate, had a stingray like that but didn't get on with the neck. Sold it to Normski Andy

That looks nice mate (although multiple layers of oil is anything but simple) certainly brings out the grain. Were you happy with the electrics? Andy

I have a piece of ash I picked up from a local cabinet maker, I think I'll do some test pieces for colour/clear and see how they look first. I agree about the grain, but my plan was for colour. maybe a soft dye that keeps the grain? Confused a bit lol Andy

I looked on their site www.pitbullguitars.com and the reviews in the community pages were favourable, so I decided to give them a punt. I'm going to use all the electrics from the kit first and see how they go before thinking of upgrades. Can't compare them with any other kits as this is my first Andy

So my Pit Bull kit arrived after paying the import VAT. I went for the ash body upgrade from basswood, hoping it would be a bit lighter for my poor old arthritic shoulders. The plan was for a solid colour high gloss body, but now it's here the figuring in the wood looks too nice to cover up. I'm impressed how well the grain has been matched for a two piece body, and the fingerboard has some nice grain too. Sooooo, what to do? A light dye colour and clear lacquer, or just leave natural and either a clear lacquer or gun oil layers. Your opinions would help please. and any pics of the above options. Only thing missing I would have liked, is the hole for the bridge earth isn't drilled. Best be careful eh? Thanks Andy

and feedback is good (although the comments are a bit plastic) [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/263031409854?_trksid=p2471758.m4703"]http://www.ebay.co.u...=p2471758.m4703[/url]

Looks rather nice for 42 years old http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/263031409854?_trksid=p2471758.m4703

Hassle free trade with a top guy today. Buy or sell To Norm with confidence, honest and totally up front geezer. How it should be. Thanks mate. Andy

Thanks Norm, it was nice to meet you, Glad you had a safe trip mate enjoy the 'ray. Andy