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Gibson Basses / Gibson CS NR Thunderbird
« on: March 31, 2010, 10:54:37 AM »
 I can't say to much but I may have a part in getting Gibson to build a custom shop NR Thunderbird. This will be a limited run of 12 minimum. I can't stress to the parties involved that they get it right. Some basic questions. Should a II or a IV be built (I vote a II for ease of production and to keep the cost down, also a II can always be converted to a IV). Color they will all have to be the same. Of course the pick up has to be right (or should we ask for stock TB plus pickups and the install Lulls on our own) ? I have convinced them I can sell 12. Lets see where this goes.

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Gibson Basses / Two Seymour Duncan custom shop Tbird pups comng in for a landing !
« on: March 30, 2010, 11:10:40 AM »
 The question is what basses to put them in ? My black '76 could use a pickup in the bridge position, or maybe pull the model G and put both in '76. I would really like to put one in one of my Bachs. What to do what to do?

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Gibson Basses / Gibson prototyope on ebay
« on: March 23, 2010, 12:54:58 PM »
Get this, looks like a hacked up Guild.:rolleyes: One for ze collection for sure Uwe. ;D

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Gibson Basses / Vintage fretless ripper on the 'bay Should I go for it ?
« on: March 18, 2010, 05:00:20 AM »
Up now one day auction not much info I emailed the seller for some more detail and pics........................no reply yet. My finger is twitch'n http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Fretless-Gibson-Ripper_W0QQitemZ170460758034QQihZ007QQcategoryZ4713QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3286.m7QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D3%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D8579666736183318558

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Gibson Basses / Gibson three point bridge replacement
« on: March 15, 2010, 12:33:29 PM »
I have had a replacement drawn up for some time but never went ahead because of the start up costs and then Hipshot came out with their product. I have not tried one of the Hipshot bridges but they get good reviews from you guys and they are know for making a quality product. The one thing I don't like about the hipshot is it's looks. My bridge would more closely resemble the Gibson, feature individual saddle height adjustment and a longer tail piece to prevent string windings from going over the saddle. Do you guys think there is enough room in the market for another product? Or should I just go buy a Hipshot  :sad:

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Other Bass Brands / $20 '70s No Name Lawsuit Japanese LP bass
« on: March 08, 2010, 02:35:17 PM »
Out making the rounds today and found this fun little project. The pickups are open but the rest of the bass is in great shape ! Missing a tuner, I found a replacement at the HOG strung it up and it plays beautifully ! Really cool lots of binding, block inlay and very worn gold hardware. The body is chambered ! Really resonant. I may send the pickups out to be rewound or just look for some standard size humbuckers to toss in it. Pics soon !

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The Bass Zone / Bands new promo video
« on: March 05, 2010, 05:31:01 AM »
 Pretty happy with the way this came out, at least I am well represented lol Our new promo video I hope it helps us get more gigs ! http://www.facebook.com/v/101284813242851

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Gibson Basses / Ripper II on the 'bay $1,200 BIN
« on: February 28, 2010, 07:20:35 AM »
Could be a nice deal for someone, no affiliation with the seller http://cgi.ebay.com/GIBSON-BASS-GUITAR_W0QQitemZ270538562421QQcmdZViewItemQQptZGuitar?hash=item3efd5adb75

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The Outpost Cafe / DIY Website format, which one to pick ?
« on: February 26, 2010, 11:35:45 AM »
I need to put up a website for all my bass related stuff, any thoughts on which format to pick ? Homestead, godaddy are the first two that pop into my head. Any thoughts ? Thanks.

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Other Bass Brands / Geezer and John Birch
« on: February 26, 2010, 10:05:49 AM »
Found some footage of Geezer with a JB, not the one I was thinking of, his sound is a little tame but this should give you a idea of what a Birch can sound like.

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Bill's Shop: Projects, Mods & Repairs / Good source for bass fingerboards
« on: February 05, 2010, 10:28:56 AM »
 I need 34" scale slotted rosewood fingerboard for my 8 string NR. Any other sources other than Stew Mac ?

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Gibson Basses / Thunderbird flock
« on: January 25, 2010, 09:16:15 AM »
I have never taken a picture of just my birds in all their assorted variations. I learned along time ago it is not wise to leave basses lying around the house it inevitably raise the question from my wife just how many basses do you have and that is a question I would rather not answer. Top row Fenderbird build from '82, 2001 Thunderbird the infamous "Butcher Bird", '76 Thunderbird. Bottom row '67 NR II, '69 NR II, '67 NR II restored, NR Fenderbird, Bach TH-1

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Gibson Basses / Tried a 2009 Thunderbird today
« on: January 02, 2010, 10:08:32 AM »
 I was in a local store today and they had a 2009 Tbird on the floor. I knew they had gone back to the rosewood board, but I hadn't seen on yet. Good move imho, Ebony seems to have a more snappy attack (like maple) and the rosewood just feels and sounds warmer. The bass itself was not bad by Gibson bass standards, Finish and workmanship far above what I have seen in the past. I was surprised  :o I might go for one down the road. I really like that rosewood board !

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The Outpost Cafe / anal fixation topic
« on: December 30, 2009, 04:15:58 PM »
Quote from: uwe on September 10, 2009, 10:07:30 AM
I'm glad that this forum's previous obsession with anal sex has now found a worthy topic successor!
Speaking of which I have the dreaded colonoscopy next week, so much for my virginity. :o

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Gibson Basses / Epi Elitest Tbird 650 BIN
« on: December 27, 2009, 09:56:11 AM »
Another Xmas bargain ! I'd snap this up if not for the a fore mentioned Hiwatt deal. I must say I am exhibiting amazing self control (for me anyhow) http://cgi.ebay.com/Epiphone-ELITE-Thunderbird-Bass-4-string-Sunburst-Tbird_W0QQitemZ320467316464QQcmdZViewItemQQptZGuitar?hash=item4a9d572ef0

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