Right to left.

[rogerstodge]

Hi all,
Does anyone know if it's possible to swap a Stagg eub round from right to left handed, i.e. Saddles/bridge and nut,I've got no chance of finding a leftie as I believe they don't make them,
Thanks

[Silvia Bluejay]

We had a similar chat not long ago, here: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/308706-anybody-using-an-electric-upright-and-has-flipped-the-strings/"]http://basschat.co.u...ed-the-strings/[/url]
If you're sure they don't make lefties and absolutely want that model, do it - it works, although the cheaper the instrument, the less satisfactory the results will be.

I've since discovered that Eminence do make lefties, albeit to order, and my GAS has hit an alarming level. Luckily they are a bit too expensive to justify a purchase, as someone who doesn't gig.

Edited October 14, 2017 by bluejay

[rogerstodge]

Thanks for that Bluejay,
I'd defo need a cheapo job to try first just in case our new project doesn't work.. did you sell your Harley benton?
Maybe I'll just grab the Stagg that's up for sale and give it a try as it's not fortunes.

[Silvia Bluejay]

I've still got the HB and even play it in preference to the NXT5! It's not perfect but I still like it.

[rogerstodge]

Don't wanna flog one?

[Silvia Bluejay]

Nah, I'm attached to it, and it really has no value except to me. You'll see that making your own is fun.

[rogerstodge]

Ok Bluejay thanks anyway👍

[rogerstodge]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/122744879176

It's this one Bluejay, dya reckon it's do able?

[Silvia Bluejay]

Keep us posted! I should have documented my process in a Build Diary but I wasn't a member of Basschat at the time I think, or I had only just joined and was too shy. Any question, just shout.

[Silvia Bluejay]

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It's this one Bluejay, dya reckon it's do able?
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Sorry, cross posted with my previous answer. The only problem I see there appears to be the lack of a way to attach the bracket to the other side of the instrument, am I right?

[rogerstodge]

Yes I think you're right, nut & bridge not a problem, hmmm, wonder if I'd need the bracket, surely it'll just rest on me beergut?

[Silvia Bluejay]

LOL! I'm checking the manufacturer's site, and they have photos that don't seem to show the opposite side to the one where the bracket is screwed in. It might be possible to drill a couple of holes under the handle (?) to reposition it. I'd check that, and if drilling is possible, I'd go for it.

I find the bracket necessary for correct posture and to avoid my plucking arm getting cramp. (Your elbow needs to be at an optimal angle in order to play for long periods of time without injury or pain.)

[rogerstodge]

Thanks, I've had a look on YouTube, there seems to be a bracket on either side of it, maybe I can just swap the brackets over, I asked the seller for some close up pics of the bass, I included my email address in the message and got a temporary message ban from eBay.. bugger.

[Silvia Bluejay]

Yes, I would recommend you have a look at that instrument or a similar one. As you say, you may be able to swap the brackets, or indeed do without a bracket at all, depending on the way you like to hold the bass and the way it leans on your body. Just make sure to find the correct angle for your plucking elbow and for your fretting wrist.

[rogerstodge]

Just got this very quick response from a chap doing a review on YouTube ,

Hello Paul. Thank you for watching and also for your kind words. The issue you will come across is the hip/body support only connects on the right side of the body of the EUB. If you are able to find a work-around for that issue then I would say this is an excellent bass to experiment with in regards to adjusting the nut and bridge to accommodate left-handed playing, as the cost isn't too high if you should make a mistake in your customizations that renders the instrument unplayable afterwards.

Brian Buckalew
cell: (850) 557-0838 • studio: (850) 352-1194

[Silvia Bluejay]

Makes sense. Also, you'd need to be really bloody clumsy to make the entire instrument unusable with one mistake. Does any Basschatter near you have a (righty) Stagg you could look at, to see what could be done and what -if anything - looks impossible instead?

[rogerstodge]

Another guy on the tube says he took his brackets off as they're not needed, I'm thinking that if I start using one without them I won't miss them, bit like stabilisers on a kids bike, I could also be 100% wrong tho, would be good if a local b. Chatter had one locally, that would be a great help.

[Silvia Bluejay]

Where are you based? Might be worth posting the question in General Discussion.

[rogerstodge]

Dartford in Kent, yes I may do that , the bass in question ends tomorrow afternoon

[AndyBass]

I've got a Stagg eub switched right to left. I got a better man than myself to do it, but it cost very little and basically involved switching round the obvious bits then drilling a few new holes for the brackets. The bracket that pokes out into your midsection is the only one I'd say you need (is the only one I use anyway), stops it rotating away from you

[AndyBass]

New holes go here...

[AndyBass]

You want measurements or anything give me a shout. It's exactly the same bass, and my converted one plays nicely and sounds fine. Gigged it a few times (don't really like gigging eub) but generally bows well, slaps well, amplifies well, and cheap. whats not to like?

[rogerstodge]

That's exactly what I wanted to hear, thank you Andy, I'll wait til ive purchased it then shout you up for measurements... unless you want to sell yours of course?

[rogerstodge]

Can I ask why you don't like gigging EUBs?

[AndyBass]

Not really to do with the sound - the type of thing I play it doesn't make too much difference and the practicality of EUBs is a big plus, I just prefer the aesthetic and feel of the big chunk of wood, plus I move around a lot and I find them less stable because of being so light and stick-y. Not offering mine up for sale just now I'm afraid but happy to help with info as needed and if you don't win this EBay one but are still into the idea, you're welcome to try it if you pass Sheffield any time.