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Gibson Basses / ..."WE THINK it's an EB-1"
« on: January 08, 2009, 05:05:07 PM »
OUCH!
Should be named "The DRAGON" bass!

http://cgi.ebay.com/GIBSON-WE-THINK-EB-1-ELECTRIC-BASS-GUITAR_W0QQitemZ160308861307QQihZ006QQcategoryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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Gibson Basses / New Paint on an Orville Thunderbird
« on: January 08, 2009, 11:12:49 AM »
Just got it back today from HMR Guitars!
...as always, Ron did an excellent job!
I had HMR add the vintage style two piece bridge and tailpiece.

I'm dropping it off later to have the nut done and given a proper set up.



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Gibson Basses / EB-3 early Bridge and Tuners Needed! (Help Needed with Parts Question)
« on: December 29, 2008, 01:53:02 PM »
Group...

I have a 1962 Gibson EB-3 that is missing the Bridge and (4) Tuners.

Gibson bass bar bridge - First Version.
Part number BR-655N (Nickel)
With straight, thin mounting arms.


I currently have two of the following bridges, but want to use the correct "year appropriate" model;
Gibson bass bar bridge - Second Version.
Part number BR-655CH (Chrome)
With curved mounting arms.


Does anyone know if the two bridge mounting posts and spacing is the same
for the First & Second Version bridges?


Kluson 538 'elephant ear' tuners


If anyone has any of these they would like to sell, or a lead on where to find them,
I would really appreciate!

THANKS!!!



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Gibson Basses / 1962 Gibson EB-3 - Needs Headstock Repair
« on: December 08, 2008, 12:52:04 PM »
Group…

I’ve got a 1962 EB-3 with a broken headstock… bought it that way.
Someone already attempted to fix it, don’t know how long ago or how long the initial repair worked for…
...but as you can see, now, it is detached.

I’ve been told that for the best repair the fretboard will have to be removed and the entire headstock into the neck will have to be rebuilt.
If so, is there anyway to salvage and reuse the “Gibson logo” and the “Gibson crown” headstock inlays for the new repaired headstock?

Just trying to get an idea what is going to have to go into this repair…
…and for the record, I’m not doing it myself!

FYI… The neck pickup measures at 32.8 ohms.

Thanks for the input!

Curt












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Gibson Basses / Gibson Pelham Blue - Question...
« on: July 18, 2008, 05:51:25 AM »
LBO's...

I have an Orville Thunderbird that is ready for paint... FTR, I'm having it professional done.
I'm going with Pelham Blue, but am curious about two things;

1. Where is a reputable place to find what would be considered "Gibson" Pelham Blue?

2. Is there a "Vintage" shade of Pelham Blue available?
I ask because some Vintage Pelham Blue Gibson's I have seen have almost a greenish tint to it.
As seen here;





Thank you all for your input!
Curt

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The Bass Zone / ...6 Years Ago Today
« on: June 27, 2008, 06:06:51 AM »
JOHN ALEC ENTWISTLE
OCTOBER 9, 1944 - JUNE 27, 2002


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Gibson Basses / WANTED: '66 or earlier EB-0 / EB-3 Project Bass
« on: June 20, 2008, 10:58:38 AM »
LBOer's...

I'm looking for a model year 1966 or earlier EB-0 / EB-3 bass project bass in almost any condition...
Not concerened if it had or has a neck break...
...Just as long as the front of the main body is in decent condition so it can be refinished in cherry.
(the back of the body is not a big deal)

...Yes, I'm also keeping an eye on eBay and Craigslist.

I already have early 60's EB pickups and a bridge.

Just thought I'd post the request here because some of us have "Project" basses that sometimes never get
started ...or finished for that matter. ;D

If you have one or know where I can get my hands on one, let me know...

I'm looking to make a Jack Bruce replica EB-3 with the 3 way toggle switch in place of the Varitone switch,
and white fender control knobs.

          

Thanks for the help!

Curt

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Gibson Basses / Epiphone Elitist Thunderbird Pickup Question
« on: June 02, 2008, 03:49:10 PM »
Group...

A while ago I bought an Epiphone Elitist Thunderbird bass with a broken headstock and just had it rebuilt by a highly reputable luthier here in Metro Detroit...
The bass was missing all of the hardware as well...

I replaced the tuners and bridge but have yet to do anything with the pickups.
I have a few two hole chrome covers that I could use to cover a set of Seymour Duncan SSB-4 pickups.

The reason I ask is that I may be selling it in the future and would like to put desirable pickups in this bass.

…Any other possible pickup options?

You input is greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

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The Bass Zone / Entwistle Sunn Coliseum bass Rig!
« on: May 26, 2008, 02:39:23 PM »
I play bass for "Live The WHO"; a WHO Tribute band out of Metro Detroit.

Here are some pics of my early 70's Entwistle Sunn Coliseum rig!
We played the 94.7FM WCSX "Concert That Never Was" this past Saturday night...

THE SOUND IS MASSIVE!
...yes, they are all plugged in!

Enjoy...
Curt






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Gibson Basses / QUESTION - 60's Thunderbird Chrome Cover Issue
« on: April 01, 2008, 12:42:17 PM »
Group,

Has anyone here had Seymour Duncan build them the guts for a replica 60's two hole Thunderbird pickup?

Here is what I have…

I had four 70’s three hole chrome TBird covers cut down to 10.35mm high;
which is the height dimension I measured from a 60’s two hole TBird pickup I had.

The guy from the machine shop ended up taking them down a little more than I requested;
they vary from 9.50mm to 10.25mm in height.

What I’m trying to figure out is if Seymour Duncan will be able to use these covers…
I called MJ from the Custom Shop but when I asked her she gave me a bobbin and backing plate height that was around 16.5mm,
which is larger than the stock 60’s chrome cover all together. When I told her my dilemma she said to send them to her and they
could make the bobbins to properly fit the covers.

So if the Custom Shop makes bobbins to fit my covers, will they still sound like proper 60’s style TBird replica pickups,
or will the shorter cover make that much of a difference.

I know that people have bought replica covers here from “OVERDRIVEN66” and had Seymour Duncan make the guts,
but I believe those covers are around ½” in height.

Anyone’s support would be greatly appreciated!!!

THANKS!!!

DC10BASS

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Gibson Basses / Refinishing an Orville Thunderbird
« on: March 17, 2008, 03:26:41 AM »
Guys...

Need your input on the color...

I have noticed that the refinished TBird jobs I have seen are never in Sunburst?
Is it just too difficult to get it to look right? ...or too expensive?

There are no breaks or cracks on this bass.
...I am also adding a two piece bridge.

Let me know guys...

Thanks!


BTW...if you have time, check out my other Poll in "The Bass Zone": "John Entwistle Bass Rigs"
THANKS!

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The Bass Zone / John Entwistle Bass Rigs!
« on: March 13, 2008, 05:22:00 PM »
GROUP...

I play bass in a WHO tribute band out of the Detroit Metro Area.

I have two of the four Entwistle rigs that are listed above, and like to use both of them (of course, not at the same time).
I would love to hear what Entwistle rig the bass guitarists out there would like to hear and see if ever attending a WHO Tribute Show.

I left off the "Status Buzzard & Ashdown RPM-1 / Digitech 2120 HI/LOW Rig" due to the fact that I do not have over $10,600.00 for a
Status Buzzard that just sold recently on ebay! I do own a Digitech 2120... Not my favorite though.

In my opinion, there are Pros & Cons to each rig.

Thank you for your input, it is greatly appreciated!

Curt

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