Skol303 Posted July 31, 2013 Author Posted July 31, 2013 [quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1374773048' post='2153101'] You know Skol (and paulflan), this is NOT helping me to give up GAS! [/quote] Haha, sorry about that Paul does offer good rates for his work... and no, I'm not on a commission! But I'll certainly be going back to him in future. Worth dropping him a line if you're interested. Quote
Skol303 Posted August 4, 2013 Author Posted August 4, 2013 [b]Another quick update[/b] Headstock cut... ...body cut ...it's really starting to take shape now! Next steps are to add the frets, carve the neck out, glue the sides on, route bridge and pickup slots, finish, then set up. As always, I'll keep y'all updated as it happens. Quote
urb Posted August 5, 2013 Posted August 5, 2013 Looking good... I'm liking the finger board for sure Quote
Skol303 Posted August 5, 2013 Author Posted August 5, 2013 [quote name='Myke' timestamp='1375629635' post='2163623'] It's going to be nice!![/quote] [quote name='urb' timestamp='1375697439' post='2164315']Looking good... I'm liking the finger board for sure[/quote] Cheers guys! Yeah, it's definitely coming together now I'm a real fan of the overall shape - it's based on a previous bass that Paul built (and has since sold). The fretboard is a real beauty... I got to see it when I met up with Paul at the NW Guitar Show. Lovely piece of wood. Quote
MiltyG565 Posted August 5, 2013 Posted August 5, 2013 [quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1375704115' post='2164430'] Cheers guys! Yeah, it's definitely coming together now I'm a real fan of the overall shape - it's based on a previous bass that Paul built (and has since sold). The fretboard is a real beauty... I got to see it when I met up with Paul at the NW Guitar Show. Lovely piece of wood. [/quote] The fretboard nearly has a zebra quality too it, although very subtle. Nice and classy! Quote
Skol303 Posted August 5, 2013 Author Posted August 5, 2013 (edited) [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1375717716' post='2164684']The fretboard nearly has a zebra quality too it, although very subtle.[/quote] Definitely! ...although rest assured no wild animals were harmed in the making of this bass. Well, not until we add the panda skin finish [I am of course joking - rhino hide gives a much better tone] Edited August 5, 2013 by Skol303 Quote
MiltyG565 Posted August 5, 2013 Posted August 5, 2013 [quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1375718279' post='2164693'] Definitely! ...although rest assured no wild animals were harmed in the making of this bass. Well, not until we add the panda skin finish [I am of course joking - rhino hide gives a much better tone] [/quote] Rhino hide would also make your bass pretty indestructible! Quote
Skol303 Posted September 30, 2013 Author Posted September 30, 2013 Hi folks. Apologies for the lack of updates on this project! Paul at 13 Guitar Co has been busy on other commercial builds (rightly so) and other stuff outside of work. Normal service will hopefully resume shortly Cheers. Quote
Skol303 Posted October 6, 2013 Author Posted October 6, 2013 Ok it's about time we had another update, innit? Well the hardware has now arrived!!! Fresh in from the US of A. Paul is planning to get cracking on with it this week, so I'll keep y'all updated on the next steps. Now far to go now... very exciting. Here are a few pics in the meantime: [i]Hardware and electrics...[/i] [i]Body ready for routing and assembly...[/i] Quote
Skol303 Posted October 8, 2013 Author Posted October 8, 2013 A couple of extra photos... work-in-progress on the neck and headstock. Quote
Skol303 Posted October 11, 2013 Author Posted October 11, 2013 Things are really moving on now Paul's been busy this week assembling the various components of the bass. Next steps are to finish the pickup routings, install the hardware and electronics, finish sanding and then... well, it's nearly finished! Here are some pics of where we're at. Thanks as always to Paul for his hard work and craftsmanship. Quote
MiltyG565 Posted October 11, 2013 Posted October 11, 2013 Wow! It's really taking shape now! Looks a beauty! It's probably not something I would ever decide to buy, but it looks well, I think. You lucky, talented sod! Quote
Skol303 Posted October 12, 2013 Author Posted October 12, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1381531961' post='2240528']Wow! It's really taking shape now! Looks a beauty! It's probably not something I would ever decide to buy, but it looks well, I think. You lucky, talented sod! [/quote] Haha, cheers Milty! I have my Irish ancestry to thank for any luck I may have It's definitely taking shape, as you say. Paul has done a cracking job of the build and I really love the design even more now that it's put together. Not long to go... exciting stuff! I'll keep you updated mate. Quote
MiltyG565 Posted October 12, 2013 Posted October 12, 2013 [quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1381538542' post='2240572'] Haha, cheers Milty! I have my Irish ancestry to thank for any luck I may have It's definitely taking shape, as you say. Paul has done a cracking job of the build and I really love the design even more now that it's put together. Not long to go... exciting stuff! I'll keep you updated mate. [/quote] Ha! We aren't as lucky as some would make out. I mean, just look at this weather! It is looking well. It looks far better in the flesh than on paper. You'll record a demo of it, won't you? Quote
Mornats Posted October 12, 2013 Posted October 12, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1381540554' post='2240574'] You'll record a demo of it, won't you? [/quote] And win the composition challenge with it too Quote
MiltyG565 Posted October 12, 2013 Posted October 12, 2013 [quote name='Mornats' timestamp='1381580933' post='2240901'] And win the composition challenge with it too [/quote] It's a vicious cycle... Quote
Skol303 Posted October 12, 2013 Author Posted October 12, 2013 [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1381540554' post='2240574']It is looking well. It looks far better in the flesh than on paper. You'll record a demo of it, won't you?[/quote] [quote name='Mornats' timestamp='1381580933' post='2240901']And win the composition challenge with it too [/quote] [quote name='MiltyG565' timestamp='1381581356' post='2240913']It's a vicious cycle... [/quote] Haha, cheers guys! It's definitely a virtuous cycle... ahem Damn right I'll be recording material with this bass! It's rarely going to be out of my hands. Well, maybe when I take a bath and y'know, stuff. I'll put together a 'dry' recording of some kind once it's finished - just the bass with no FX, so you can hear how it sounds. I'm also hoping to bring it to one of the bass bashes so folks can have a play on it. Not long now... Quote
Skol303 Posted October 23, 2013 Author Posted October 23, 2013 [quote name='sprocket123' timestamp='1382528760' post='2253192']Nice work in there , keep it on ![/quote] Cheers dude! Aye, Paul's doing a good job on the build... it's really coming together now Quote
sprocket123 Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 Killer look & I bet killer sound & feel ! Quote
Skol303 Posted October 24, 2013 Author Posted October 24, 2013 Yeah I'm really pleased with the design! I've had a play on the original bass built by Paul that this one is based upon (now sold) and it was great. It's a very distinctive look and handles well too. It's being fitted with Nordstrand pickups and preamp, so it should sound beastly I'll keep you updated and post up a recording once I get my sticky paws on it... Quote
Skol303 Posted November 13, 2013 Author Posted November 13, 2013 [quote name='xilddx' timestamp='1384304425' post='2275145'] Nearly there mate? Looking good [/quote] Cheers Nige! Yeah it's coming along. Paul's been busy on a few commercial jobs - including a rather tasty buckeye burl jazz seen here... http://basschat.co.uk/topic/160998-13-guitar-co-basses-for-sale-and-build-diary/page__pid__2274539__st__120#entry2274539 ...but we're reaching the final stages of this build, so it shouldn't be too long now Quote
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