Jazz Bass block Inlay Template

Jeremy5000 · #1 11-11-2009, 10:50 PM

Hi,
Wondering if there is a template for the block inlays for a jazz bass, (for routing or painting) somewhere. I suppose it could be in PDF or image format or wood blocks maybie? but I haven't found anything.
Any ideas much appreciated.

Musiclogic · #2 11-12-2009, 10:07 PM

most guys make their own, it's all about the size you desire. rarely do the builders on here stick to fender block size, some are a little bigger, some smaller, it's all about your eye.

nicfargo · #3 11-12-2009, 10:09 PM

If you really wanted to, you could just order a set of the sticker inlays and use those for a template. $12 is all they cost shipped.

Jeremy5000 · #4 11-14-2009, 04:57 PM

Thanks.
BTW do those stickers actually, er, work?

jworrellbass · #5 11-14-2009, 05:35 PM

Do you already have your inlays? If so lay your inlays on your fb and trace with an exacto knive, then remove your inlay and use a chisel to deepen the cut. It makes it much easier to router them.

nicfargo · #6 11-14-2009, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeremy5000

Thanks.
BTW do those stickers actually, er, work?

I just put them on my squier tele neck...they went on pretty easy. I can feel the edges of them...so I'm not sure how I'll like them when playing. I haven't played with them on yet though because I'm not done with my bass. Once I am, I'll play with them for a few weeks and give a review somewhere.