grumpyguts Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 I want to add another MM pickup to my OLP. I am happy to cut the hole in the body - I have a router and know how to use it.. But I am not sure the best way to cut the scratchplate - it's a rather lovely mirror finish job that I would rather not cock up. Any suggestions would be very welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigman Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 drill a hole and then use a jeweller's fretsaw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabba_the_gut Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) I'd make a template from mdf or similar then use a template cutter router bit. This will make a really neat job and could be used for the body too. I've done this for a scratchplate for a 5 string USA SUB stingray and it looked cracking. Here's a photo of one I made for a bass in the build diaries section. Cheers Jez Edited October 21, 2015 by Jabba_the_gut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpyguts Posted October 21, 2015 Author Share Posted October 21, 2015 Thanks for all the advice, I think the template is the way to go. I have the original (rather nasty) scratchplate to practice on. The bass was only £80 so it's a good basis for a bit of farting around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norris Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 You could always practice routing with your template on a scrap piece of 6mm MDF first and then see how the pickup fits. Then you won't wreck your scratchplate if it's not quite right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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