Electra Outlaw Bass.

[FlatEric]

I haven't posted anything in this section for ages but I think this is worthy of a mention.

I know Nick (Doctorofthebass) has one and Nigel did a well documented build of
a Chris Squire "Tribute" version.
I mentioned at the time that I had one but as the saying goes, no pics- it doesn't exist!

Up to yesterday, the only shots I had were some iffy ones that I sent to Jon, Bassassin
but the weren't very good at all, so went west!!


So, here it is - a not very often seen instrument on this side of the pond.

**Now sits and waits whilst two dozen more turn up!!**

I will be doing a big feature on it, in my Collection Blog, in the next post - explaining about
the Modules, the sounds, the switching, and how it plays.

Cheers.

[EssentialTension]

Very nice, is that a muting system I see by the bridge?

[yepmop]

Wow - looks stunning, I've only ever heard the 6 string versions of Electra guitars, what does it sound like?

Had a look around the net but can't find any, what's it like to play.

[Doctor J]

That's in incredible condition! A mate of mine has a 77 Electra 335, it's a superb guitar. I see yours has the tort fretboard binding too, I'm amazed these aren't even more popular on talkbass as a result

Edited May 7, 2012 by Doctor J

[cocco]

Wow that's in great nick! Looking forward to the feature on it.

[stoker]

That is totally mad! I love it!

[nick]

Gorgeous.

[FlatEric]

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1336377282' post='1644527']
Very nice, is that a muting system I see by the bridge?
[/quote]

Hi. As you can see, it is a Ric bridge, so has the same adjustable damping in it.

[quote name='cocco' timestamp='1336411733' post='1645274']
Wow that's in great nick! Looking forward to the feature on it.
[/quote]

It's the best I could find!

A bit unusual??

Feature coming up soon.

Pic of the Modules in mine - will explain all the others on the Blog.

Cheers,

[EssentialTension]

[quote name='FlatEric' timestamp='1336459430' post='1645770']
Hi. As you can see, it is a Ric bridge, so has the same adjustable damping in it.
[/quote]
Ah. yes, of course it is. I hadn't quite put two and two together there.

[Shockwave]

Amazing! Would have this in a heartbeat.

[Shaggy]

Seriously funky bass.... lovely example too

Do you have the OHSC for it? 'Cos I've got one, only it's got a Travis Bean in it, not an Electra

[LemonCello]

[quote name='FlatEric' timestamp='1336377031' post='1644525']
I haven't posted anything in this section for ages but I think this is worthy of a mention.

I know Nick (Doctorofthebass) has one and Nigel did a well documented build of
a Chris Squire "Tribute" version.
I mentioned at the time that I had one but as the saying goes, no pics- it doesn't exist!

Up to yesterday, the only shots I had were some iffy ones that I sent to Jon, Bassassin
but the weren't very good at all, so went west!!


So, here it is - a not very often seen instrument on this side of the pond.

**Now sits and waits whilst two dozen more turn up!!**

I will be doing a big feature on it, in my Collection Blog, in the next post - explaining about
the Modules, the sounds, the switching, and how it plays.

Cheers.






[/quote]
I've played Nick's Outlaw and what a machine. I don't think he's finished it yet. Yours looks like an absolute minter, I drooled over the one that Andy Baxter had until someone saved me £650 quid!

[FlatEric]

[quote name='LemonCello' timestamp='1345393900' post='1777022']
I've played Nick's Outlaw and what a machine. I don't think he's finished it yet. Yours looks like an absolute minter, I drooled over the one that Andy Baxter had until someone saved me £650 quid!
[/quote]

This won't help you gas much - they are really nice to play.

Not "Run of the Mill" and definately something a bit different!

I lusted after one for a L O N G time and took me ages to find the right one.

One day you will crack!

Cheers.