mattbass6 Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 Evening all. Advice appreciated please. I have 2 very lovely Spector basses (an LX4 and Euro Bolt 4) both with reverse P and J pups. I play very close to the bridge naturally, but sometimes, especially when playing the open E, move between the pups so would like somewhere to rest the old thumb. Does anyone know of custom made thumb rests to purchase? I don’t necessarily want the typical ramp, but if that is the only option, who are the best people to approach? Thanks in advance. Cheers ☺️🌟 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattbass6 Posted October 6, 2021 Author Share Posted October 6, 2021 Sorry mods, I meant to post this in the bass section. Can it be moved there please? I’m not sure this thread is the correct one. Cheers ☺️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 6 minutes ago, mattbass6 said: ...so would like somewhere to rest the old thumb... Would something like this do the job..? ... I printed this, and the p/up surrounds, on my 3D printer for @PaulThePlug (his photo...); he attached them with double-sided tape. I can print any (reasonable...) length or size; any use to you..? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 and a nice mini stuby rest for the acoustic... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattbass6 Posted October 6, 2021 Author Share Posted October 6, 2021 15 minutes ago, Dad3353 said: Would something like this do the job..? ... I printed this, and the p/up surrounds, on my 3D printer for @PaulThePlug (his photo...); he attached them with double-sided tape. I can print any (reasonable...) length or size; any use to you..? That may well work. The one you gave demonstrated would be too big, but if I got the right dimensions for you, maybe we could chat? Thanks so much ☺️🙏🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 (edited) Cream is 2 1/2" L x 1/2" W x 3/8" Thk, Black is 1 1/2" L x 1/2" W x 3/8" Thk and held on with double sided tape Edited October 6, 2021 by PaulThePlug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 If ya want something more exotic and woody, try @bigmuff69... although i never got a response back... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 calling @castlemaine22 .... wanna show off the solution you've got on your P bass?! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 (it's quite clever) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
castlemaine22 Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 Indeed, I've done something similar! I also have a 3D printer so I made my own thumb rest that attaches to the pickguard mounting screws. It makes it much easier to change your tone by moving your hand position when you can anchor your thumb anywhere. I'm also happy to help out with a solution if you need it 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 That's brilliant! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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