Old Horse Murphy Posted August 2, 2008 Author Posted August 2, 2008 Well, after setting off at 6 this morning and completing a round-trip of 360 miles, my 5 string P Bass is finally here. It took a fair bit longer than Jon estimated, but once I saw it in the flesh and played it I would have waited another 6 months for it!! It is beautiful and I think Jon has done a superb job. It's exactly what I asked for but honestly it has come out better than I ever hoped. The EMG's sound amazing and the neck is exactly the same dimensions as my old Stingray 5 string (exactly as I spec'd it). The colour is amazing and took my breath away when I first saw it. The ash grain comes through incredibly well and if anything, the pics don't do it justice. The Mother of Pearl on the neck is beautiful and has a very deep lustre. He's a thoroughly decent guy and an incredibly talented craftsman. He even fitted a passive switch to my Stingray FOC while I waited. I'm sure this is not to everyone's taste, but I spec'd out and asked for a traditional P Bass with a few modern touches. I think he's delivered it and more. It will fit in beautifully with my Stingray and Fender P Bass. I'm seriously happy and would not hesitate to use Jon again if I ever decided to buy another custom bass. I hope you like it as much as I do. Here's my new bass named after my Wife who chose the colour scheme. Quote
thedontcarebear Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 Not a fan of P basses, but that is an awesome colour. Quote
stingrayfan Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 That looks like the mutts nuts! You must be thrilled. The finish is great and the neck looks the biz. Quote
OldGit Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 Oh excellent! Brilliant ... I guess we should start the BC Shuker P5 club Quote
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 2, 2008 Author Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='OldGit' post='253408' date='Aug 2 2008, 05:29 PM']Oh excellent! Brilliant ... I guess we should start the BC Shuker P5 club [/quote] Thanks Si and thanks for all your advice. I owe you a pint!! A Shuker P5 Club sounds cool. I guess I'm Member #2!! Were your ears burning earlier? Your name cropped up a few times while I was talking to Jon. Ruby says Hi too Quote
OldGit Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='253410' date='Aug 2 2008, 05:31 PM']Thanks Si and thanks for all your advice. I owe you a pint!! A Shuker P5 Club sounds cool. I guess I'm Member #2!! Were your ears burning earlier? Your name cropped up a few times while I was talking to Jon. Ruby says Hi too [/quote] Ha ha hard to tell I got them sunburned on Friday betwen the showers So how's his new workshop? Looked nice on the telly .. And, much more importantly, when does Blue Alice get to play a gig? Quote
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 2, 2008 Author Posted August 2, 2008 Got a rehearsal next Thursday to get the strings nice and grubby so they don't go ZING. We're playing a private Party on Sunday night so I'll take her along then. Can't wait Quote
OldGit Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='253446' date='Aug 2 2008, 06:54 PM']Got a rehearsal next Thursday to get the strings nice and grubby so they don't go ZING. We're playing a private Party on Sunday night so I'll take her along then. Can't wait [/quote] Full report please!!! Quote
Kiwi Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 That looks really nice, no wonder Jon's pleased with that blue. I was due to pop up there today myself to drop some bits off and check on progress but apparently it was a bit of a drop in session according to Jon. Looks like I might be up there next weekend, assuming I'm not overseas. Quote
lonestar Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='Crazykiwi' post='253458' date='Aug 2 2008, 07:15 PM']That looks really nice, no wonder Jon's pleased with that blue. I was due to pop up there today myself to drop some bits off and check on progress but apparently it was a bit of a drop in session according to Jon. Looks like I might be up there next weekend, assuming I'm not overseas.[/quote] I want one too! That looks absolutely lovely and having spent just a few minutes canoodling with one of Jon's basses at the last bass bash, I'm sure it'll play and sound as good as it looks. Quote
Alun Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 (edited) That is gorgeous, congratulations If it plays anything like OGs, that'll be a lovely lovely instrument. Cheers Alun Edited August 2, 2008 by Alun Quote
martthebass Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 Nick, well worth the wait mate. Please keep this one as I might have to rob a bank if you ever put it up for sale. Quote
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 2, 2008 Author Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='martthebass' post='253490' date='Aug 2 2008, 08:34 PM']Nick, well worth the wait mate. Please keep this one as I might have to rob a bank if you ever put it up for sale.[/quote] LOL- Thanks Mart!! I think I'll keep hold of this one!! Thank you all for your positive comments Quote
Kev Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 may i be so bold as to ask how much that set you back? Quote
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 2, 2008 Author Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='253496' date='Aug 2 2008, 08:43 PM']may i be so bold as to ask how much that set you back?[/quote] PM'd Quote
stinson Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 Ive been looking forward to seeing this. Absolutely superb. That fretboard looks absolutley monster. Quote
josh3184 Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='253496' date='Aug 2 2008, 08:43 PM']may i be so bold as to ask how much that set you back?[/quote] Could I be a cheeky get and ask the same? That it possibly the most beautiful finish I have ever seen on a bass. I can't stop staring at it... Quote
Deep Thought Posted August 3, 2008 Posted August 3, 2008 Gorgeous. I really like Jon's headstock shape too. Quote
stingrayfan Posted August 3, 2008 Posted August 3, 2008 (edited) Mr Horse-Murphy, are you coming to the Guildford bass bash? And more importantly, are you bringing this with you?! Edited August 3, 2008 by stingrayfan Quote
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 3, 2008 Author Posted August 3, 2008 [quote name='stingrayfan' post='253627' date='Aug 3 2008, 10:02 AM']Mr Horse-Murphy, are you coming to the Guildford bass bash? And more importantly, are you bringing this with you?![/quote] I certainly hope to come along (nothing planned that day yet). If I do I'll definitely bring her along Quote
RichBowman Posted August 3, 2008 Posted August 3, 2008 It's a beauty alright -I saw it on Friday when I dropped mine off with Jon - He seemed very proud of it! The neck binding and the inlay are stunning; very, very classy in my opinion! Hope you enjoy it for many years to come (I'm sure you will!) All the best, Rich Quote
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 3, 2008 Author Posted August 3, 2008 [quote name='josh3184' post='253561' date='Aug 3 2008, 12:14 AM']Could I be a cheeky get and ask the same? That it possibly the most beautiful finish I have ever seen on a bass. I can't stop staring at it...[/quote] PM'd Quote
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