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« Reply #630 on: September 06, 2022, 04:04:13 PM »
Thank you!

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« Reply #631 on: September 07, 2022, 04:39:49 AM »
That is awe inspiring!

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« Reply #632 on: September 07, 2022, 07:19:12 AM »
That's really nice.  The shadow in the photo indicates to me that you have the opportunity to do a two-tone with a complimentary color on the angled area on the E-string side.
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« Reply #633 on: September 18, 2022, 02:38:49 PM »
Thanks, guys! I had never thought of painting the facet a different color...something to consider.

Finishing up a build for a friend in Nashville, TN. It feels good to get this one across the finish line.












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« Reply #634 on: September 19, 2022, 09:05:42 AM »
Thanks for the term "facet."  I didn't know how to describe that angled face.  I think there are some cool color options there.
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« Reply #635 on: September 19, 2022, 02:11:21 PM »
Thanks for the term "facet."  I didn't know how to describe that angled face.  I think there are some cool color options there.

You're welcome! It's something I will strongly consider on the next graphic (art) finish I do, whenever that may be.

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« Reply #636 on: September 24, 2022, 05:17:02 PM »
I'm kind of bummed that I shipped the Jayluxe V and Ridler IV GT40 without taking poolside pics. Oh, well...on to the next one. 

This Chromasonic VI is boxed up and heading to @tonelounge in Nashville, TN.












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« Reply #637 on: September 26, 2022, 06:16:54 PM »
Now you need to figure out how to get the leaves and berries images on the bass. They look pretty cool in the reflections.
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« Reply #638 on: September 28, 2022, 03:22:33 PM »
That sounds like a job for Sarah Ryan. :)




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« Reply #639 on: September 28, 2022, 05:22:07 PM »
I hope you’re not in the path of this storm.

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« Reply #640 on: October 01, 2022, 09:19:44 AM »
I hope you’re not in the path of this storm.

We're all clear, thanks! I feel horrible for the folks south of us...what a mess. :(

This is the only currently available 8-string bass bridge that offers intonation and height adjustment for each individual string. Retrofits a standard/vintage-spec 5-screw bridge without modification. 2.3" string spacing. Saddles lock from the treble side of the bridge. Patent pending.











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Re: Lowe Shop Notes
« Reply #641 on: January 15, 2023, 06:43:08 PM »
Getting some build time in.

Chromasonic VI in okoume with plastic front binding.



The new logo.



A few wiring harnesses.


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Re: Lowe Shop Notes
« Reply #642 on: January 16, 2023, 08:54:55 AM »
Nice grain and burst!

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« Reply #643 on: January 16, 2023, 12:36:38 PM »
Nice grain and burst!

Thank you so much! I really like okoume as a body wood...the look of mahogany and the weight of swamp ash or pine. This guitar is 7.5 pounds.

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« Reply #644 on: January 22, 2023, 10:38:10 AM »
Ready to go, just needs strings.