Billy Apple Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 As an antidote to the most ugly bass thread, I'm taking subscriptions for the most beautiful bass ever. I'm voting for the Gibson Thunderbird. Designed by Ray H. Dietrich it embodies the optimism of late 50's Americana. Sat in my living room it looks like a rocket-ship waiting for somewhere to go, and when I strap it on, I'm the Captain baby! Knocks all others into a cocked hat Quote
Clarky Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 Boring alert! Yup, a Fender Jazz in early 70s blocked/bound livery [attachment=133655:26946770.jpg] Quote
TheGreek Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 surely you mean one of these two: [URL=http://s1167.photobucket.com/user/FairfaxAikman/media/Status%20Kingbass/walnutKingbass2_zpsa6f94f04.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1167.photobucket.com/albums/q639/FairfaxAikman/Status%20Kingbass/walnutKingbass2_zpsa6f94f04.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s1167.photobucket.com/user/FairfaxAikman/media/GB%20Rumour/GBRumour002-1.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1167.photobucket.com/albums/q639/FairfaxAikman/GB%20Rumour/GBRumour002-1.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Both mine...neither for sale.. Quote
TheGreek Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 But then again it might be this one... http://gbguitars.co.uk/images/rumour/gallery/rumour_gallery50.jpg Quote
Muzz Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 Love a Thunderbird, but my obsession with maple boards means it's got to be a Fenderbird! Quote
Billy Apple Posted April 28, 2013 Author Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1367143698' post='2061578'] Love a Thunderbird, but my obsession with maple boards means it's got to be a Fenderbird! [/quote] Here you go sir, I think this one is particularly fine... [IMG]http://i.imgur.com/rT6sOqC.jpg[/IMG] Quote
discreet Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) OK I'm biased, but it's got to be my Custom P... for those who have lived in a cave for the last few years... [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/116578-precisions/page__view__findpost__p__1572223"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/116578-precisions/page__view__findpost__p__1572223[/url] [color=#ffffff].[/color] Edited April 28, 2013 by discreet Quote
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 Nice thread. I'll join in on the fun later. Quote
Spoombung Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 I like this sort of thing (the Carl Thompson inspired design): Quote
Truckstop Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 I think the Yamaha Super BB range (BB424x etc) are the best looking basses on the planet right now. Just so sexy! The right mix of vintage and modern and sound awesome. That and Ibanez Blazers! Truckstop Quote
discreet Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='iceonaboy' timestamp='1367144802' post='2061604'] Your in the wrong thread mate. This is for the most beautiful bass! [/quote] [size=4] Eye of the beholder! Each to his own! YMMV! And so on and so forth.[/size] Quote
xgsjx Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) I was gonna suggest there shouldn't be any Fenders in here. As nice as [s]some[/s] any of the basses above are, none of them would get on my top 10. I haven't got a suggestion as there's a few I really like with equal measures. Edited April 28, 2013 by xgsjx Quote
Clarky Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1367144906' post='2061607'] [size=4] Eye of the beholder! Each to his own! YMMV! And so on and so forth.[/size] [/quote] Agreed, I like scroll designs. Hey Spoombung is the top one the new Pachyderm bass from Les Claypool's recent venture? Edit: I googled and it is but it doesn't seem to be in production yet Edited April 28, 2013 by Clarky Quote
discreet Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1367145238' post='2061614'] I was gonna suggest there shouldn't be any Fenders in here. [/quote] Good, 'cos mine's not a Fender. Quote
timmo Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 This is one of my favourite looking Basses [url="javascript:windetails("][/url] Quote
molan Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) If the OP is looking for the single most beautiful bass ever doesn't it have to be a full custom build that's a 'one of a kind' - otherwise it's just a bass that's very nice indeed but looks almost identical to a lot of other basses? This would, therefore, exclude almost all Fenders, Gibsons, Rickenbackers etc. Obviously individual beauty will be in the eye I the beholder but if something looks near identical to many other basses it's not really going to be THE most beautiful bass ever Edited April 28, 2013 by molan Quote
xgsjx Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1367145742' post='2061620'] Good, 'cos mine's not a Fender. [/quote] Quote
timmo Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='molan' timestamp='1367145885' post='2061624'] If the OP is looking for the single most beautiful bass ever doesn't it have to be a full custom build that's a 'one of a kind' - otherwise it's just a bad that's very nice indeed but looks almost identical to a lot of other basses? [/quote] So any basses by mark d phillips can be included? Quote
molan Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) This recent creation by Jens Ritter is absolutely stunning in the flesh. Pictures really don't do it justice. . . This close-up of the headstock gives a better idea of the amazing fingerboard: Edited April 28, 2013 by molan Quote
discreet Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) [quote name='molan' timestamp='1367146181' post='2061633'] This recent creation by Jens Ritter is absolutely stunning in the flesh. Pictures really don't do it justice... [/quote] Got to admit that is pretty radical! As indeed is this one... Edited April 28, 2013 by discreet Quote
molan Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1367146366' post='2061634'] Got to admit that is pretty radical! [/quote] It's also incredible to play! I can just imagine one with frets - maybe one day. . . Quote
TheGreek Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='molan' timestamp='1367146181' post='2061633'] This recent creation by Jens Ritter is absolutely stunning in the flesh. Pictures really don't do it justice. . . This close-up of the headstock gives a better idea of the amazing fingerboard: [/quote] SOMEBODY ARREST THAT MAN!!! Images like that shouldn't be out before the watershed...absolutely gorgeous...shame it's in red though.. Quote
White Cloud Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1367143082' post='2061566'] As an antidote to the most ugly bass thread, I'm taking subscriptions for the most beautiful bass ever. I'm voting for the Gibson Thunderbird. Designed by Ray H. Dietrich it embodies the optimism of late 50's Americana. Sat in my living room it looks like a rocket-ship waiting for somewhere to go, and when I strap it on, I'm the Captain baby! Knocks all others into a cocked hat [/quote] You are on the money and have summed up my exact sentiments regarding the T Bird...it's not a bass, it's a piece of classic art design! Quote
Spoombung Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 [quote name='Clarky' timestamp='1367145258' post='2061615'] Agreed, I like scroll designs. Hey Spoombung is the top one the new Pachyderm bass from Les Claypool's recent venture? Edit: I googled and it is but it doesn't seem to be in production yet [/quote] Yep, you're spot on it is the Pachyderm. I'd [i]love[/i] one of those basses. I haven't followed the story of the design and production so I don't know if they're available to buy. I'm not familiar with Les Claypol's music but a few people have said it sounds like Stump, so I should check it out I suppose. Quote
MoJoKe Posted April 28, 2013 Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) [quote name='molan' timestamp='1367146181' post='2061633'] This recent creation by Jens Ritter is absolutely stunning in the flesh. Pictures really don't do it justice. . . [/quote] More pics [url="http://www.ritter-basses.com/item_info.php?i=617"]here[/url] I'm not normally a fan of Singlecuts and I've while the workmanship is amazing not really wanted to own a Ritter, but got to admit this one is quite something! Edited April 28, 2013 by MoJoKe Quote
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