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Old 07-01-2005, 03:28 PM
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Fingerboard replacement on 7/8 German


i own an unknown 7/8 german upright bass. the fingerboard is really thin and needs to be replaced because i'm getting a new bridge and set up. unfortunately i've been having difficulties finding a piece of ebony to get the job done. could anybody recommend a place to call that could help me get a fingerboard as soon as possible? the dimensions of the fingerboard (as of right now) are:

length - 35 1/8"
width at nut - 1 5/8"
width at end - 3 3/8"

the trick is, i'm looking for someone who has the board in stock. any help would be useful!
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Old 07-01-2005, 04:10 PM
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Have you tried International violin Co.? http://www.internationalviolin.com
That is where I got the FB for the bass I am building-- it seems to be very good quality, and they have always been very fast to deliver. As I recall, I paid $162 for the board-- I think that was their highest priced board, and that did not include nut or saddle.

I just looked at their website-- their highest priced 4/4 board is $212-- I got the 3/4 size.

If you call them (1-800-542-3538) and ask for Ken, he will give you the particulars on the measurements.

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Old 07-02-2005, 01:05 PM
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Remember, it will come too wide, too thick, too long and will need to be properly planed for the correct relief.
Also, I'd ask a bass repair guy if it needs to be replaced. It might still be ok.
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