i need some help gang - Colby Bass

[drbassman]

So close...............

[drbassman]

I can send you some Gibson size black screws if you want Sniper.  You also might want to rethink that EBO wiring setup.  One of those caps, the .01, adds capacitance (cuts treble) all the time, adding to the mud factor...or have I missed something and is that what Hammon recommends?

Where did you find those screws Carlo?  I want to buy some.

[dadagoboi]

Allparts

Gibson size screws  GS-0050-003
http://www.allparts.com/Black-Gibson-Size-Pickguard-Screws-p/gs-0050-003.htm

Bulk  GS-0050-B03
http://www.allparts.com/SearchResults.asp?search=GS-0050-B03&x=28&y=16

The Fender size are twice the price  GS-0001-003
http://www.allparts.com/Pickguard-Screws-p/gs-0001.htm?1=1&CartID=0

[sniper]

well, its at least good to know that the pup i bought from Fred back in the between the pit and post days works ... lol.

[drbassman]

OK, I trimmed the riser a bit and now she's a bit too low IMO and I don't like the bridge angle.  So, I'll add a little more and then intonate.  The saddles are all fixed and working great.  My son's home from Norfolk, got out yesterday before the storm hit.  They tied down all the ships and closed the Naval shipyard till Tuesday.  Life is good in sunny western NY!

[sniper]

been in that yard and hospital more times than i can remember. hope every one gets through okay. when i was in, there were still gunports under the main hospital steps ... really!

that is the oldest functioning hospital in the Navy. the original main part was completed about 1830.

[drbassman]

He works in the yard at Portsmouth.  Loves the big aircraft carriers.  He was working on one when the earthquake hit.  Got a great job as a mechanical engineer in the propulsion division.  We're very proud!

[sniper]

FWIW:

1952 Gibson Goldtop trapeze bridge. this is the one Les got pissed about because Gibson screwed up his patent and underslung it. the early '52 GT's didn't have enough neck angle to sling it correctly and, it took the pressure off the bridge so it would walk sideways and not hold intonation. Les was livid.



1952 Gibson Goldtop compensated bridge for a factory installed Bigsby. Bigsby add on bridges that came with aftermarket vibrato's were different.



the bridges i was talking about when we were on the phone Dr. the top one is going to the Netherlands and the bottom one to Japan.

and, I got that Fralin sidewinder P90.

[drbassman]

Cool, nice job selling those!  I love it when I can turn a profit.

[drbassman]

Guess what?
.
.
.
.


.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.





It will ship tomorrow..
.

[sniper]

niceeeeeeeeeeee, four questions Doc?

what did it end up weighing?

does it nose dive?

did we hit the right wood combo and chambering for it to sound good?

is it comfy to play?

the bridge saddle placement looks perfect now and the thumb rest follows the string pitch very nicely.

and thank you. those words seem woefully inadequate in expressing my gratitude.

[Dave W]

Looks mighty nice.

[drbassman]

niceeeeeeeeeeee, four questions Doc?

what did it end up weighing?

does it nose dive?

did we hit the right wood combo and chambering for it to sound good?

is it comfy to play?

the bridge saddle placement looks perfect now and the thumb rest follows the string pitch very nicely.

and thank you. those words seem woefully inadequate in expressing my gratitude.

Oh my, I forgot the weight question!  I just checked it and it's exactly 9 lbs.  It does not nose dive and the chambers, in combo with the wood and harness make the bass boom without sounding too muddy or mushy.  I am serious when I say I'd be happy to play her in a rock or blues band any time.  Intonation is right on and the thumb rest is very comfy.  I really do like playing her.  I have the action set where it sounds and plays comfy in my hands.  Up, up and away tomorrow!  Thanks a million for your patience and understanding!

[drbassman]

Looks mighty nice.

Thanks Dave, good, but not great on the finish!  It really does play well and I love how it sounds.  CW lucked out, a good combination of wood, pup and electronics.

[drbassman]

CW, check your PM for tracking info.  Due in next Thursday.  You must live on the other side of the planet!