i need some help gang - Colby Bass

drbassman · August 27, 2011, 06:19:24 AM

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

drbassman · August 27, 2011, 06:21:30 AM

Quote from: dadagoboi on August 20, 2011, 06:16:47 PM
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 · August 27, 2011, 06:39:03 AM

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 · August 27, 2011, 11:57:19 AM

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 · August 27, 2011, 06:25:49 PM

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 · August 27, 2011, 07:01:07 PM

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 · August 27, 2011, 08:47:34 PM

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 · August 28, 2011, 06:28:15 PM

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 · August 28, 2011, 07:55:40 PM

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

drbassman · August 30, 2011, 03:04:50 PM

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It will ship tomorrow..
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sniper · August 30, 2011, 03:29:51 PM

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 · August 30, 2011, 04:45:41 PM

Looks mighty nice.

drbassman · August 30, 2011, 08:32:18 PM

Quote from: sniper on August 30, 2011, 03:29:51 PM
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 · August 31, 2011, 11:41:39 AM

Quote from: Dave W on August 30, 2011, 04:45:41 PM
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 · August 31, 2011, 11:43:20 AM

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