andydye Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 so far we've got mostly 4 strings (I reckon a drop tuner on the E would make for good flexibility) and frets as a preference and quite a few 'easy with whatever it turns out to be' type comments... Whatever it ends up as, it's a brilliant idea! and an excellent sales strategy too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulpirie8 Posted October 11, 2013 Share Posted October 11, 2013 Well count me in for this too! You're based quite a distance from me so this would be an ideal way to try one out. 4 or 5 strings would be fine with me. Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skol303 Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Nice idea! I don't gig, but would be keen to use it for a recording - maybe in collaboration with another BC'er in or around Manchester. Four string sounds like the best option for everyone (although my personal preference would be 5). Fretted or fretless is fine by me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
such Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Count me in please! Either 4 or 5 strings, fretted or fretless works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Lizard Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Good idea! I've been looking at the Alpher instruments recently, and would really like to try one. Count me in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted October 31, 2013 Author Share Posted October 31, 2013 Hi All I'm almost done with finalising the Alpher on tour spec but for now here's a few pics of recently finished basses to keep you going enjoy!! (the walnut one will be available to buy from manchester bass lounge from friday 8th November) [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1441171_10202364015531066_635620664_n_zps55159b78.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1441171_10202364015531066_635620664_n_zps55159b78.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/625583_10202364013851024_269808236_n_zpsebf86b9e.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/625583_10202364013851024_269808236_n_zpsebf86b9e.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1381559_10202364009930926_1579356916_n_zps2cb177b3.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1381559_10202364009930926_1579356916_n_zps2cb177b3.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1395424_10202364015371062_907613948_n_zps6c32af71.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1395424_10202364015371062_907613948_n_zps6c32af71.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1208492_10202364011450964_974897542_n_zps330563e5.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1208492_10202364011450964_974897542_n_zps330563e5.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1393635_10202364024131281_1892982391_n_zpse16f5097.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1393635_10202364024131281_1892982391_n_zpse16f5097.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1376474_10202364018451139_1344464714_n_zps7dbb6fba.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1376474_10202364018451139_1344464714_n_zps7dbb6fba.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1025411_10202364019371162_980887426_o_zps4ba615a9.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1025411_10202364019371162_980887426_o_zps4ba615a9.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/1393774_10202364027251359_426699566_n_zps2cbdcfee.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/1393774_10202364027251359_426699566_n_zps2cbdcfee.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smaz Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I'd be interested! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted November 9, 2013 Author Share Posted November 9, 2013 Please check out the new bass at manchester bass lounge!! http://manchesterbasslounge.com/?p=4845 I'd love to hear from anyone who gets a chance to demo it next time they're hanging out in drew's lovely show room! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 I'd be interested if the bass makes it to South Wales Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted January 4, 2014 Author Share Posted January 4, 2014 Hey everyone! I think i have the spec for this finalised 4 string One piece swamp ash body Crotch english walnut top Birdseye maple neck Cocobolo fingerboard JJ pickups 2 band active preamp All hipshot hardware Expected to be around 8lbs in weight. i will post photos next week to show you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvia Bluejay Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Excellent! I'm still watching this, and I'm ready to tweet the project when you start it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myke Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 Oooh sounds gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Sam Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 I'm looking forward to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbytodd Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 if theres enough people to be able to relay the bass up to Cumbria id like to take part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellyfish Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I hope that everyone involved is looking forward to being blown away by such an awesome instrument. Tempted to sign myself up even though I fear that I'd convince myself I could do with a 4 string little brother... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
such Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cameronj279 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Never tried an Alpher although I've wanted to ever since I found out about them. This one sounds mighty pretty as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimefred Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 cant wait for this. I keep an eye on the ones being built on FB and i am close to thinking one of these is next on the purchase list. Borrowing one for a few days might just seal it cant wait!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Hey guys!! As always finalising the spec for a stock build is always a challenge! There are too many options I may end up building two basses along side each other then put it to a vote! That way you can decide which one goes on tour first haha I will uploads photos of the body and top wood soon Neck and fingerboard pics to follow once they arrive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si600 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Make one 4 and one 5er and send them out one after the other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted January 14, 2014 Author Share Posted January 14, 2014 [quote name='Si600' timestamp='1389701773' post='2336975'] Make one 4 and one 5er and send them out one after the other [/quote] Haha! Good idea Here is the top wood i've picked out for this bass [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/97A891C6-6FB9-4988-A834-B12ED58378BA_zpsaqbjf10z.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/97A891C6-6FB9-4988-A834-B12ED58378BA_zpsaqbjf10z.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rumple Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 [quote name='Si600' timestamp='1389701773' post='2336975'] Make one 4 and one 5er and send them out one after the other [/quote] Great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted January 14, 2014 Author Share Posted January 14, 2014 One piece swamp ash body [URL=http://s169.photobucket.com/user/chrisdabass/media/C3302294-955A-4F3B-82ED-9AD1894CADB5_zpscehf4rjq.jpg.html][IMG]http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u227/chrisdabass/C3302294-955A-4F3B-82ED-9AD1894CADB5_zpscehf4rjq.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si600 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 just a quick update guys! We've become very busy lately so initially there was a delay in starting this build. Rest assured though that we have now started! We are actually going to make two, yes TWO basses and let you guys vote for the one that you'd like to see On Tour. Both have very different wood specs etc so i'm sure the voting will be interesting. Thanks to all who have shown interest so far! more update photos to come. cheers chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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