well here it is. I finally glued the neck in this last weekend, so it's starting to look like something now. There's still a LOT of sanding to be done but I couldn't f'ing wait to get that neck glued in there (I used Titebond II). It's my first neck built from scratch, and my first 'guitar' built entirely from scratch, so I'm considering it my "prototype" bass to see if I like the design and such.
It's a fretless 34" scale, mahogany body, korina neck, rosewood f/board, flame maple headplate. I used flame maple veneer for the fretliners, except one didn't seat right and i couldnt get it out so that's why there's some filler puddy on the fretboard drying still.
I really like the body design and think it'll come out nice once I get it all sanded and contoured right. I was gonna do a simple singlecut design, but then thought I'd cut out some of the top horn for the fun of it. Just the very end of the top horn is still connected to the neck, and I don't know if this was a good idea or not. We'll just have to wait and see. I really got into the contouring, but have now realized that it takes FOREVER to get the damn thing sanded. I've already spent days sanding this thing. I really like the way Lefay bass bodies look, and I've always had a fetish for Carl Thompson scrolls. A few builders have definitely influenced how and what I want to create.
I'm just curious what YOU all think, since you have taught me so much already. I appreciate this forum and everyone here immensely. I also appreciate constructive criticism and negative feedback just as much as praise!
It will have an black ABM bridge, bartolini MM pickup, and black tuners as well.
PS........i really don't like that headstock design
Looks like a cross between a Ritter Okon and a LeFay Herr Schwartz, not too shabby influences. Good job thinking outside the Fender "box"!
