mcnach Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' post='1175447' date='Mar 25 2011, 12:10 AM']Peter donated that neck to me to "experiment" on - the bumps are now gone. I might bung it on a body soon and see if they come back.[/quote] what happened to it? what did you do to it to fix it? (I'm jealous, I want to be able to do what Rich does) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' post='1175456' date='Mar 25 2011, 12:21 AM']I have but it was only one time and on someone else's bass. From memory, I found them just to sound pretty much like rounds (they were new) but played like flats only they sort of dragged on your finger tips. Kind of pointless in a way. I'd personally rather go for one or the other. Yeah they really flop about a bit. I have Hotwires on my Shuker and TI's currently on my G&L L-1000. The TI's I find are focused on the lower mids which is fine for whumpy old skool P bass tones but where the Hotwires excel over them is that they have a more open range and I find that compliments my hot single coil Lollar to a tee. At some point I'll probably get some Hotwires for my L-1000 to open up the top end a bit more again.[/quote] Thanks for all that info, good to keep in mind. Next "string extravaganza" period, I'll get a set of TIs to try on one of the P-basses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 [quote name='lemmywinks' post='1175455' date='Mar 25 2011, 12:20 AM']....You wanna whack that neck on eBay - "Neck for a 1968 Leo Fender bass with original tuners"![/quote] Might be worth a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 (edited) [quote name='mcnach' post='1175460' date='Mar 25 2011, 12:23 AM']what happened to it? what did you do to it to fix it? (I'm jealous, I want to be able to do what Rich does)[/quote] I stuck it in a box with some other necks and it learned by itself what the right thing to do was. I have a plan (when I get time) for removing the skunk stripe and inserting a small metal half pipe support at the point where it came through before if the innards are damaged. Edited March 25, 2011 by Ou7shined Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' post='1175482' date='Mar 25 2011, 12:47 AM']I stuck it in a box with some other necks and it learned by itself what the right thing to do was. I have a plan (when I get time) for removing the skunk stripe and inserting a small metal half pipe support at the point where it came through before if the innards are damaged.[/quote] resourceful, and it will make it an excellent neck for metal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Mariner Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 (edited) Played out with flats on mine last night, and compared to my J-Type (with Geddy lee PUs) it was a bit too dull*. Where's the best place to buy hotwires - I'd like to try something a little brighter (though less so than rounds) but keep the smooth feel of the flats and with a lower tension. I found I was struggling to fret chords with my little finger, even with a low-ish action. *edit - sounded nice with palm muting on the E and A, but lacked bite/cut, even with lots of EQ fiddling. Edited March 25, 2011 by Ancient Mariner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martthebass Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 [quote name='Ancient Mariner' post='1175766' date='Mar 25 2011, 11:53 AM']Played out with flats on mine last night, and compared to my J-Type (with Geddy lee PUs) it was a bit too dull*. Where's the best place to buy hotwires - I'd like to try something a little brighter (though less so than rounds) but keep the smooth feel of the flats and with a lower tension. I found I was struggling to fret chords with my little finger, even with a low-ish action. *edit - sounded nice with palm muting on the E and A, but lacked bite/cut, even with lots of EQ fiddling.[/quote] Online at www.status-graphite.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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allighatt0r Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 Well! Here she is! The (soon to be) Infamous Dark Ryder! [attachment=75783:photo__2_.JPG][attachment=75784:photo__1_.JPG] List of "improvements" made so far: 1x GHS Stainless Steel Precision Flatwound Electric Bass Strings 45-105 1x Fender 80s Jazz Special Precision pickup ([url="http://www.dave120.net23.net/modules/gallery/albums/Fender_Jazz_Bass_Special/img/091025022203_jazz.bass.special.ii.jpg_007.jpg"]the Duff McKagan model[/url]) 1x Precision Bass Mexican Standard Scratchplate - Black / White / Black 15x FENDER PICKGUARD SCREW CHROME 1x FENDER VINTAGE P-BASS BRIDGE COVER 1x [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=115505"]KiOgon P-Bass wiring kit[/url] (with CTS Pots and Switchcraft jack (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!)) 1x DSL Leather strap (actually bought this months ago for my T40, but it looks fantastic with maple necks and much better than the Ryder supplied strap) Still to come: 2x Flat-top Precision Knobs (the CTS pots have pretty large shafts on them, and the knobs I need are out of stock at WD) OK OK... I know I have spent far too much on this thing (total is roughly £100 spent on improvements)! But it's always easier when the spending is spread out over a few weeks rather than one big lump isn't it! This is about as close as I will get to a bass custom built to my own spec (that's how I am justifying it anyway!). I know I won't make this money back if I sell it, but that's not really the point! I think I'll be telling people that Ryder is a lesser known over-seas boutique brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apa Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 (edited) That is an absolute beaut!! Looks realy good with the black and dark blue The neck and headstock have a nice pattern on it too. But I am cringing at you leaning it against that rough brick wall - Ouch!! Haha - Overseas boutique - Thats what Im thinking about mine too lol A Edited March 26, 2011 by apa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Mariner Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 Thanks for that - the black PG works really well with that chrome bridge cover - looks GREAT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allighatt0r Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 [quote name='apa' post='1177238' date='Mar 26 2011, 02:07 PM']That is an absolute beaut!! Looks realy good with the black and dark blue The neck and headstock have a nice pattern on it too. But I am cringing at you leaning it against that rough brick wall - Ouch!! Haha - Overseas boutique - Thats what Im thinking about mine too lol A[/quote] Thanks very much for your kind words! I promise I leant it against the wall very gently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edstraker123 Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 [quote name='allighatt0r' post='1177474' date='Mar 26 2011, 06:19 PM']Thanks very much for your kind words! I promise I leant it against the wall very gently. [/quote] Very nice ! Here are my efforts The white one has : Seymour Duncan quarter pounders, D'adarrio black nylon tapewounds, Chrome bridge and pickup covers Custom tort pickguard Pearl topped knobs This one sounds absolutely awesome The navy just has a custom pearl pickguard, fancy knobs and a set of Ernie's. [attachment=75894:sue_ryders.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theplumber Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 [quote name='edstraker123' post='1178463' date='Mar 27 2011, 04:59 PM']Very nice ! Here are my efforts The white one has : Seymour Duncan quarter pounders, D'adarrio black nylon tapewounds, Chrome bridge and pickup covers Custom tort pickguard Pearl topped knobs This one sounds absolutely awesome The navy just has a custom pearl pickguard, fancy knobs and a set of Ernie's. [attachment=75894:sue_ryders.jpg][/quote] Great looking guitars,but still the awful ugly headstock....almost as bad as on the Johnstone bass guitars.....anyone done any mods with the fretsaw/sandpaper yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apa Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 [quote name='edstraker123' post='1178463' date='Mar 27 2011, 03:59 PM']Very nice ! Here are my efforts The white one has : Seymour Duncan quarter pounders, D'adarrio black nylon tapewounds, Chrome bridge and pickup covers Custom tort pickguard Pearl topped knobs This one sounds absolutely awesome The navy just has a custom pearl pickguard, fancy knobs and a set of Ernie's. [attachment=75894:sue_ryders.jpg][/quote] Another nice pair Those dark blue ones ready are fab. Ans the old skool look is realy cool As for the headstocks.............. well they wouldnt be Ryders if they were any different A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Mariner Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 [quote name='theplumber' post='1178589' date='Mar 27 2011, 06:57 PM']Great looking guitars,but still the awful ugly headstock....almost as bad as on the Johnstone bass guitars.....anyone done any mods with the fretsaw/sandpaper yet?[/quote] I rather like that headstock - it's significantly neater than many other fenderesque jobs, especially some of the 'batwing' types. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 [quote name='allighatt0r' post='1177113' date='Mar 26 2011, 12:16 PM']Well! Here she is! The (soon to be) Infamous Dark Ryder! [attachment=75783:photo__2_.JPG][attachment=75784:photo__1_.JPG][/quote] Well, that's helped me make my mind up for the colour scheme for my Ryder - out goes the white/pearl/whatever scratchplate, and in comes...black! Thanks for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macshadow Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 Anybody seen a red, rosewood 'board bass in an SR shop recently? George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Mariner Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 [quote name='Muzz' post='1179654' date='Mar 28 2011, 03:53 PM']Well, that's helped me make my mind up for the colour scheme for my Ryder - out goes the white/pearl/whatever scratchplate, and in comes...black! Thanks for that. [/quote] I do like the black/black look, but I also have a white/tort J type, and I want to make a 'pair' like edstraker's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allighatt0r Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 [quote name='Muzz' post='1179654' date='Mar 28 2011, 03:53 PM']Well, that's helped me make my mind up for the colour scheme for my Ryder - out goes the white/pearl/whatever scratchplate, and in comes...black! Thanks for that. [/quote] OK, as long as we're all aware that I was one of the early adopters and I liked the combination before it was cool/mainstream! /hipster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apa Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 [quote name='allighatt0r' post='1180091' date='Mar 28 2011, 09:30 PM']OK, as long as we're all aware that I was one of the early adopters and I liked the combination before it was cool/mainstream! /hipster[/quote] I suppose some one has to set the benchmark for all us sheep to follow!! A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apa Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 (edited) [quote name='macshadow' post='1179906' date='Mar 28 2011, 07:29 PM']Anybody seen a red, rosewood 'board bass in an SR shop recently? George[/quote] Hi George Back in the heady days when these were available I dont think they did a red one. Although Im not 100% sure. Your best bet is to do like us and pop down Halfords and buy a can of your favourite red and have some fun making it your Ryder. There are a few still available in shops scattered around the country and one or two on here in the Basses for Sale section. A Edited March 29, 2011 by apa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom1946 Posted March 29, 2011 Author Share Posted March 29, 2011 [quote name='macshadow' post='1179906' date='Mar 28 2011, 07:29 PM']Anybody seen a red, rosewood 'board bass in an SR shop recently? George[/quote] I have one if you're interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ancient Mariner Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Out of interest are the maple-boarded necks a little fatter than the RW boarded versions? I quite like the D shape, but find it a bit chunky for my poor, weedy guitarists fingers with high tension strings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macshadow Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 [quote name='tom1946' post='1180396' date='Mar 29 2011, 07:28 AM']I have one if you're interested.[/quote] I was hoping to locate one though SR shops are relatively few and far between in my part of the world. So, indeed, I may be interested... Have a white Tele and blue Strat so might like to make the hat-trick! George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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