i need some help gang - Colby Bass

drbassman · April 03, 2011, 03:45:45 PM

I had a play to attend, but before we left, I measured the pole placement with a straight edge and the strings will be right over them with the pup up next to the heel. It won't be a problem. And that board is a perfect fit, not much trimming needed at all. I'll try to take some pictures of it when I have a minute. Got company coming over in 5 minutes!

sniper · April 03, 2011, 04:57:16 PM

i love it when a plan comes together

drbassman · April 03, 2011, 07:35:30 PM

Quote from: sniper on April 03, 2011, 04:57:16 PM

i love it when a plan comes together

Me too! Double checked the pole and string placement. Looks good, I'll post pics tomorrow. Off to bed!

drbassman · April 04, 2011, 05:44:48 AM

I lined things up with some strings and the pup placement at the heel of the neck is fine. One of the things I love about this Schaller bridge is the adjustable saddles. I can line those strings up just about anywhere and nail the poles. So, you're good if that's the placement you want. I think it's gonna work fine.

I'll finish the pup rout template and get going on that! Sometime this week I'll glue and dowel the neck after routing is finished.

BTW, how's the logo look?

sniper · April 04, 2011, 07:06:33 AM

logo looks fine like it belongs there. might have to scoot it towards the bridge just a smidge = line up the top of the logo with the tallest part of the smaller bout. make a bit of room for the radii of the body edge.

looking right all around Bill, i'm liking that EB placement a lot.

give me your ideas on the "rounding of the edges" of the body ... what radii?

btw ... how does the body sound when you "thump" it?

sniper · April 04, 2011, 08:39:26 AM

i hope you are getting as anxious to play that as i am

drbassman · April 04, 2011, 12:05:21 PM

Quote from: sniper on April 04, 2011, 07:06:33 AM
logo looks fine like it belongs there. might have to scoot it towards the bridge just a smidge = line up the top of the logo with the tallest part of the smaller bout. make a bit of room for the radii of the body edge.

looking right all around Bill, i'm liking that EB placement a lot.

give me your ideas on the "rounding of the edges" of the body ... what radii?

btw ... how does the body sound when you "thump" it?

Will do the move on the logo. Pup placement is good to go.

I have a set of round over bits, so whatever radius you want, I probably can do. WHat would you like? A sharper or softer edge? It's your bass.
It sounds hollow, but more soild when you tap it. The beauty of enlcose chambers!

drbassman · April 04, 2011, 12:05:56 PM

Quote from: sniper on April 04, 2011, 08:39:26 AM
i hope you are getting as anxious to play that as i am

Oh yeah, it will get a long trial run on the Mesa when finished!!

sniper · April 04, 2011, 06:57:25 PM

Quote from: drbassman on April 04, 2011, 12:05:21 PM
I have a set of round over bits, so whatever radius you want, I probably can do. WHat would you like? A sharper or softer edge? It's your bass.

Imma thimpkin that a softer edge both front and back would be fine. I know the sharper edges are more inline with an LP but comfort goes a long way with me.

Dave W · April 04, 2011, 09:08:32 PM

Wouldn't a softer edge also be better with the softer spalted wood top?

drbassman · April 05, 2011, 05:25:34 AM

Quote from: sniper on April 04, 2011, 06:57:25 PM
Imma thimpkin that a softer edge both front and back would be fine. I know the sharper edges are more inline with an LP but comfort goes a long way with me.

I agree. I'll post some samples using my round over bits. Gotta teach tonight, probably tomorrow or Thursday.

sniper · April 05, 2011, 05:25:54 PM

Quote from: Dave W on April 04, 2011, 09:08:32 PM
Wouldn't a softer edge also be better with the softer spalted wood top?

A+ Dave

drbassman · April 06, 2011, 06:31:31 AM

Just a little tinkering before I go into the office. I got the pup template finished. Also set the control plate on and repositioned the logo just for grins. What do you think? I kinda like it, but it's your call..............

sniper · April 06, 2011, 08:12:37 AM

yeah, i see what you are getting at. we are running out of room on the smaller upper bout aren't we?

i kind of like it too. the bigger upper bout could be a choice also. either you choose or we put it to a vote amongst the posters. it is your logo and i think a "balanced" effect would look good with it on the bigger upper bout. but have fun.

the finished effect inline with the strings and bridge is awesome and would show a lot more than if it were on the big bout (not being covered by my arm when i play). if you put it on the upper big bout, rotate it 90 degrees counterclockwise so it would be readable while playing and set it deep so it is even with the front surface. it is going to look good either location. if you leave it, then do it exactly like you show it = inline with the strings.

Dave W · April 06, 2011, 08:53:36 AM

Since you asked, I don't think the logo looks right down there. Larger upper bout would look better if it wouldn't get in the way of anything else. But I really don't want to influence your decision.