Stunner of a build Sonic. Steam pump done classily.
The brasswork just sets this off brilliantly.
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Stunner of a build Sonic. Steam pump done classily.
The brasswork just sets this off brilliantly.
Cheers man - yep was definite a case of knowing when to let go of the clock work. I'm much happier with the look here and its a lot more practical as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by FrankenWashie
Can't believe its done actually, sitting here jamming out on it now, its playing beautifully with the flat wounds on it.
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Originally Posted by CascadiaGuitarGeek
Cheers guys, really appreciate the comments.. and yep CGG, it'll be hard not to scream 'Release the Kraken' every time I play it.Quote:
Originally Posted by vh2580
Well done Sonic.
Always a sense of relief once you call a build done and begin enjoying what it was made for....to be played hard and loud.
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Excellent!
...and if the band ever gets lost, they can ask the bass player for directions.
cheers, Mark.
Awesome work dude! Looks and sounds great. Do you block the PU back with wet or dry on your finishes and with what grades ?
Generally speaking I do an initial coat as per the can instructions. Let it dry for about a week or longer if I can be patient. Then I block it back using 600-1500. Clean it really well then do the can instructions again - it's three coats with a short drying time in between.
Then just let it dry really well. Even if you make a few small boo boos it flattens out really well as it hardens. You can repeat the process as many times as you need to, to get a flat finish, but it really needs to dry properly as you go.
I've been using Cabot exterior gloss and satin and I don't think the gloss needs polishing if you do it properly.
I am really enjoying the satin neck on this one actually.
Hah hah :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by king casey
Thanks mate, wet or dry block back?
I've actually found it doesn't matter too much, it really fills in minor imperfections very well. But for a nice flat gloss finish I'd go wet. The hardest thing is keeping it all clean and dust free before spraying and when drying. If you can get a good laydown it works itself out really well.
Epic build, well done. Love the input jack plate.
Extra long chrome flatwounds would have cost plenty but worth it as they are so silky smooth and seem to last forever. I have a regular length set on a cheap P Bass fretless conversion done a while ago and they are definitely best way to go when frets are missing.
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They really are lovely strings, I still cant quite believe what a difference they have made, I'll be ordering a short scale set for my other bass. And yeah normally around $70 AUD or $80+ if you go into a store - but I have a secret weapon a mate put me onto.
These guys:
https://www.stringsandbeyond.com/decchba5lisu.html
Sure you have to wait a bit for delivery, but the prices are incredible and the customer service is awesome - there are always picks and stickers in the order as extras and because its so cheap I just do bulk purchases (once I know what I like). Its great to always have a bunch of gauges on hand.
Love the bass Sonic, and as previously mentioned the jack input plate is awesome!
I use them myself. I get emails from time to time advertising free shipping for a two day period. As a result I’ve never paid for shipping or know how much that costs. Prices for guitar flat wounds are very good.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sonic Mountain
This has been getting regular use, very happy that she is picking it up and practising everyday.
Too shy for a sound demo, but here's a pic :)
https://i.imgur.com/rCxfvY8.jpg
You know if they use it everyday then its a winner.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sonic Mountain
Awesome! That’s what you want to see!
Winner winner!
Chicken dinner?Quote:
Originally Posted by Bakersdozen
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You know it dude!Quote:
Originally Posted by wazkelly