building a bass from parts never done it before help!

dcm_bass · #1 03-13-2009, 05:34 PM

i want to build a bass basicly as close as a fender aerodyne 4 string as possible
but change the pick ups im gunna change the pickups put a seymour dunc ssb-4 and maybe a emg p bass pup in neck
im gunna need some help on picking electronics and hardware ive decided on a badass 2 bridge and hipshot tuners
im gunna need some help on a electronics and the such iff anyone noes anything esp a uk part websites besides all parts uk or a american site tht ships cheaply to the uk it would be much apreciated

luke

ps i bet your thinking just buy 1 but im thinking off making some custom mods to the body shape i now someone who can help me so

SpamBot · #2 03-13-2009, 05:38 PM

Uh, what?

Pilgrim · #3 03-13-2009, 05:42 PM

The OP is not really coherent, so I can't comment other than to say if you want to build a parts bass and do the work well:

1) Go to Amazon.com
2) Buy Dan Erlewine's book on guitar repair and maintenance
3) READ and reflect on it

That will cover most of what you need - and you can then come back here and ask informed questions about specific issues.

Ric5 · #4 03-13-2009, 05:45 PM

Dude ... spell check ... seriously ...

I love building parts basses ... I know a couple of guys who make great bodies. And ebay is a great source for parts ...

Some of my parts basses ...

Pilgrim · #5 03-13-2009, 05:47 PM

Erlewine:
http://www.amazon.com/Guitar-Player-...6988001&sr=8-1

FSSmikey · #6 03-13-2009, 05:49 PM

is it possible to source all the parts for a homebuilt from ebay?

Rickett Customs · #7 03-13-2009, 05:50 PM

All I can suggest is:

Take your time.

Do some research.

Take some time to learn how to set up a bass/guitar.

If all else fails, repeat.

Ric5, you showoff, you...

.....I like the first one though.

mjolnir · #8 03-13-2009, 05:55 PM

I have no idea what just happened here.

But here's a website that is cool for building stuff: warmoth.com

stratovani · #9 03-14-2009, 08:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FSSmikey

is it possible to source all the parts for a homebuilt from ebay?

Yes, it is possible. I modded my Squier Strat and P-Bass using parts I acquired from eBay. But you have to be patient until the right part at the right price comes along, and you really have to do your homework when it comes to pricing, specs, etc. It can take some time, but in the end you should have a killer instrument that in all likelihood didn't cost an arm and a leg. Oh, and it helps to know how to solder, too.