Dandelion Posted October 27, 2013 Posted October 27, 2013 Fender Masterasta.. Excellent transmogrification!! Quote
ShergoldSnickers Posted October 28, 2013 Posted October 28, 2013 I think we need sound clips from this most excellent of bass mods. Quote
xilddx Posted October 28, 2013 Author Posted October 28, 2013 [quote name='tommorichards' timestamp='1382894789' post='2257677'] did you clearcoat the scratchplate after spraying? Or is there no chance of the paint flaking off. [/quote] I did. I gave it about 6 coats of acrylic gloss lacquer (same stuff I used for the headstock). It is Chestnut brand from the very excellent Rothko and Frost who also supplied the decal. The black paint is Plastikote acrylic 'hobby' paint, matt black. I'm not sure why the gloss clear coat became matt but I'm glad it did because I wanted some contrast from the body paint and was going to flat it to a satin finish. It seems like a good durable finish. Quote
xilddx Posted October 28, 2013 Author Posted October 28, 2013 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1382898641' post='2257762'] What an Iconic Basschat Bass. Won at the Bash. Made by the company that put the electric bass on the map. Modded by a member. With help from other Members. In tribute to a great Artist. Sometimes it doesn't get much better than to be around this kind of stuff. [/quote] Lovely words man! Thanks Quote
xilddx Posted October 28, 2013 Author Posted October 28, 2013 (edited) [quote name='ShergoldSnickers' timestamp='1382948731' post='2258179'] I think we need sound clips from this most excellent of bass mods. [/quote] Thanks Ian, will do when I get time this week. Cheers Edited October 28, 2013 by xilddx Quote
xilddx Posted October 28, 2013 Author Posted October 28, 2013 I'm well made up with all your lovely comments, I'm really pleased with the bass. But the frets need a proper level, a couple are proud on the treble side. It's a nice neck but the £75 price is reflected in the workmanship. Quote
Bassman Sam Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Wow, that likes so cool. Great work Nigel and UH, I love the headstock logo too. I hope that you get the frets sorted out soon. Quote
xilddx Posted October 29, 2013 Author Posted October 29, 2013 [quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1383012514' post='2259185'] Wow, that likes so cool. Great work Nigel and UH, I love the headstock logo too. I hope that you get the frets sorted out soon. [/quote] Cheers man I took it to a 5 hour rehearsal last night, it was great to play! Very easy on the hands with those oft tapewounds. I need to write some POD patches for it to get the most from its sounds. The active circuitry packs a wallop. I'll try to get some soundclips done today. Quote
Happy Jack Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 As ever, I am stunned by what other Basschatters are capable of putting together. Just a ridiculously cool bass, and ultra-personal with it. Lovely. Quote
EssentialTension Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Very stylish, Nige, well done. Quote
MrT-Bass Posted October 29, 2013 Posted October 29, 2013 Great job Dude!!! I love the whole bass - from conception to the finished bass!! That Lion scratch-plate is particularly special Quote
xilddx Posted October 30, 2013 Author Posted October 30, 2013 Oh guys, THANK YOU! Such lovely words make my heart glow It's not perfect, I need to sort out the PG screw hole between the teeth, the drop-fill black paint keeps sinking, and there's the odd blemish, but I can live with those. Kevin Lindsey's 62/66 Jazz refinish kills me, it's really beautiful and he's such a perfectionist. Despite the little blemishes, I think it's worthy of having Doreen's name on the headstock, and I be rocking it at the next London Zulu gig Thanks again Quote
xilddx Posted October 30, 2013 Author Posted October 30, 2013 [quote name='throwoff' timestamp='1383046785' post='2259421'] That. Is bloody amazing [/quote] Mate, it's incredibly important to me that you approve. Thanks man Quote
xilddx Posted October 30, 2013 Author Posted October 30, 2013 (edited) If you want to know a bit about Doreen Thobekile (who this bass is tribute to) [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=91128&view=findpost&p=885681"]http://basschat.co.u...ndpost&p=885681[/url] Post 51 She really was an amazing woman and performer. What an honour to have played in her band. Her daughter Ingrid is keeping alive Doreen's legacy. Cheers x Edited October 30, 2013 by xilddx Quote
xilddx Posted October 30, 2013 Author Posted October 30, 2013 Ok here's a little thing I did so you can hear it https://soundcloud.com/silddx/zulu-bass-demo Quote
xilddx Posted October 30, 2013 Author Posted October 30, 2013 [quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1383159644' post='2261030'] Not bad,but it needs more cow-bell [/quote] Quote
ShergoldSnickers Posted October 31, 2013 Posted October 31, 2013 Lovely smooth sound that sits in the mix like a keystone. Quote
xilddx Posted October 31, 2013 Author Posted October 31, 2013 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1383161406' post='2261071'] That looks great Nige. [/quote] Cheers Lozz! Quote
xilddx Posted October 31, 2013 Author Posted October 31, 2013 [quote name='ShergoldSnickers' timestamp='1383228715' post='2261836'] Lovely smooth sound that sits in the mix like a keystone. [/quote] Thank you mate! Yes, I'm very pleased with it, I was a little worried it might sound a bit too 'bridgy' if you know what I mean, and it does have that tighter thumpier sound than the neck pups I would normally select, but I really like the tightness of it, it sits in a mix really nicely so far. Cheers. Quote
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