pantherairsoft Posted October 24, 2010 Author Posted October 24, 2010 It is looking that way. I was hoping to have one a good month before the other... Simply so I didn't have tobdecide which to pick up and play... Lol Quote
supabock Posted October 24, 2010 Posted October 24, 2010 [quote name='EBS_freak' post='994404' date='Oct 20 2010, 08:13 AM']Looks like it will be being sprayed come the weekend. Bernie had another order yesterday - it looks like Spitfires are order of the season - through necks at that![/quote] Does Bernie have any endorsees?? Quote
pantherairsoft Posted October 24, 2010 Author Posted October 24, 2010 Nope. He's a small operation at the end of the day. There are a number of players that have credited Bernie like Mark King used to, and like Stuart Clayton still does, but nothing official in terms of endorsement... Everyone pays... Lol. Quote
supabock Posted October 24, 2010 Posted October 24, 2010 [quote name='pantherairsoft' post='998821' date='Oct 24 2010, 01:25 PM']Nope. He's a small operation at the end of the day. There are a number of players that have credited Bernie like Mark King used to, and like Stuart Clayton still does, but nothing official in terms of endorsement... Everyone pays... Lol.[/quote] I was on Bernies board a while ago but couldnt go ahead with my builds...... What i cant understand is why the pros or those in a higher profile are not picking up on his basses and using them?? Quote
pantherairsoft Posted October 24, 2010 Author Posted October 24, 2010 I guess because you don't see them in stores etc anywhere in the world. The only way to pic one up and try it is to make a specific journey to Brighton or find someone that already has one. I think if you out a GB in the hands of more people then more people would use them, but being a small company, and one that doesn't really advertise all that much or throw basses at pro musicians that's just not going to happen in a hurry. Quote
funkypenguin Posted October 24, 2010 Posted October 24, 2010 so am i right in thinking the spalted is going to be stained a colour, then lacquered?? looking absolutely gorgeous btw Quote
pantherairsoft Posted October 24, 2010 Author Posted October 24, 2010 (edited) [quote name='funkypenguin' post='998916' date='Oct 24 2010, 03:26 PM']so am i right in thinking the spalted is going to be stained a colour, then lacquered?? looking absolutely gorgeous btw [/quote] It is going to be stained around the edges up to about 2-3" in, effectively like you would do a sunburst, but far more subtle and in a tone that matches the grain on the wood. Then lacquered. Kinda hard to explain the staining but hopefully I'll have a pic within a week which will explain better... Edited October 24, 2010 by pantherairsoft Quote
pantherairsoft Posted November 9, 2010 Author Posted November 9, 2010 Pics from Bernie… Out of the spray shop today. Pics show the body and the back facing of the headstock (Front facing is also matching). Hopefully this explains the colour matching I tried to explain the last post… Still to be lacquered etc… Shep Quote
Truckstop Posted November 9, 2010 Posted November 9, 2010 I love 4+2 Headstocks. I'm gonna make a 4+2 RIM style headstock for my project! That subtle burst looks lovely Shep. In fact, the finish on this and the RIM are absolutely wonderful. Truckstop Quote
pantherairsoft Posted November 9, 2010 Author Posted November 9, 2010 Yeah man, makes a change from the usual 3+3 for 6ers. Really happy with the finish. Think I really have the right pair of basses. I know my fretless is going to get played less and less and they Ibanez Ashula is going to end up loked away for the future... Shep Quote
EBS_freak Posted November 9, 2010 Posted November 9, 2010 (edited) The colouring is spot on... and the back of the headstock looks pretty stunning - it turned out great as I know Bernie had a concern about spalted laminates, looks like he managed to get the things on just perfect. Edited November 9, 2010 by EBS_freak Quote
pantherairsoft Posted November 9, 2010 Author Posted November 9, 2010 Agreed bud. Stunning result. The headstock facing really sets it off... Quote
EBS_freak Posted November 9, 2010 Posted November 9, 2010 [quote name='pantherairsoft' post='1018006' date='Nov 9 2010, 07:20 PM']Agreed bud. Stunning result. The headstock facing really sets it off...[/quote] I can't wait for this to be finished... ...so Bernie can get round to finishing mine!! :) Quote
pantherairsoft Posted November 9, 2010 Author Posted November 9, 2010 [quote name='EBS_freak' post='1018009' date='Nov 9 2010, 07:22 PM']I can't wait for this to be finished... ...so Bernie can get round to finishing mine!! :)[/quote] Ha! Let's not talk about timescales... Lol. Looking forward tonseeing yours as well bud! Quote
pantherairsoft Posted November 18, 2010 Author Posted November 18, 2010 Spoke to Bernie today. Bass coming back from the spray shop first thing next week all being well then assembly! Quote
pantherairsoft Posted December 8, 2010 Author Posted December 8, 2010 Somewhat slightly longer than a week, but the bass is back from the spray shop and we are waiting on a few components for the electronics for final assembly and setup to take place… Not long… in theory! Pics to follow Quote
pantherairsoft Posted December 9, 2010 Author Posted December 9, 2010 [quote name='Oakbear' post='1053247' date='Dec 9 2010, 07:33 PM']Hang in there champ! [/quote] Lol... Quote
RIM Basses Posted December 9, 2010 Posted December 9, 2010 Gonna be a sweet bass for sure, in time for Xmas also! Quote
pantherairsoft Posted December 9, 2010 Author Posted December 9, 2010 Maybe... Don't tempt fate though Robbie... Also depends on how Berbie feels about shipping it in cold weather (new necks and all that), as getting to Brighton at the mo without a car is one he'll of a long an expensive trip! Quote
RIM Basses Posted December 9, 2010 Posted December 9, 2010 Mmm lets hope things work out, youve always got your Marseer to cry on if its not ready. Quote
pantherairsoft Posted December 9, 2010 Author Posted December 9, 2010 Ha... Don't worry dude. I'm not castin your craftsmanship aside. Don't worry. I'll remain faithful Quote
pantherairsoft Posted December 21, 2010 Author Posted December 21, 2010 Had a chat with Bernie this afternoon. A few delay's took place due to the temperature in the spray shop not being suitable for the poly laquer... this has now been sorted, and after a 2nd trip to the spray shop to get the finish exactly as we discussed, the bass is back with Bernie and having the final assembly done as we speak... Bass should be with me as soon as the temperature deems it suitable to be in the back of a couriers van, OR I can find a way to get down to Brighton (If anyone fancies a road trip, let me know!!!). I've been promised a pic later or tomorrow so watch this space Quote
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