Fodera Club Part XVII - Page 24

Bassconbeatz · #**461** 02-07-2013, 07:42 AM

I did noticed that. I guess not much love for stealthy Fodera as compared to the exotic ones. But the price is pretty good.

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Originally Posted by steubig

that one has been up there for *months*.

Flaked Beans · #**462** 02-07-2013, 12:32 PM

Tom Kennedy killed on his emperor standard last night at the 55 bar...

basswalker2004 · #**463** 02-07-2013, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Flaked Beans

Tom Kennedy killed on his emperor standard last night at the 55 bar...

Tom is such a solid player..

Flaked Beans · #**464** 02-07-2013, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by basswalker2004

Tom is such a solid player..

Exactly! Funny but his old signature bass has that "nasal" sound..not with this one.

thehess · #**465** 02-07-2013, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Flaked Beans

Tom Kennedy killed on his emperor standard last night at the 55 bar...

Ah, missed that one! However, it's Stern + Fodera bassist season at 55 - Richard Bona next week, Janek Gwizdala the week after. Mon/Wed 10PM gigs for both.

(whoa...and Oz Noy on 2/26 with John Patitucci and Jeff Tain Watts! 55 is THE place.)

Inching closer to my Emporer 5 Standard...

Belka · #**466** 02-07-2013, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Bassconbeatz

Here's a beautiful stealth black Fodera Elite. I emailed Jason regarding this and awaiting a reply in regards to the approximate year it was built and the rare finish. You don't see too many Foderas with a gloss finish. What do you guys think? An elite Fodera at a great price too

http://www.ebay.com/itm/FODERA-EDWAR...910%26&afsrc=1

That one used to or still does belong to a guy who was a member on Talkbass. Cool guy and a good player with a very nice bass collection. I think that in the end he decided he preferred the Ken Smith tone which would explain why he sold/is selling this bass. Can't remember the guy's username here though - it's been about 5 years since I last remember him posting. I do remember him telling me that that bass does have a fancy top under that black paint, so if you like the bass but not the finish, you could always strip it and go with the natural wood look.

By the way, what is the story with the 'Edwards model' Fodera? Who was Mr. Edwards, who did he play with? Why was the model discontinued? I really like the body shape of the Edwards models.

Bernie Connors · #**467** 02-07-2013, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Belka

That one used to or still does belong to a guy who was a member on Talkbass. Cool guy and a good player with a very nice bass collection. I think that in the end he decided he preferred the Ken Smith tone which would explain why he sold/is selling this bass. Can't remember the guy's username here though - it's been about 5 years since I last remember him posting. I do remember him telling me that that bass does have a fancy top under that black paint, so if you like the bass but not the finish, you could always strip it and go with the natural wood look.

By the way, what is the story with the 'Edwards model' Fodera? Who was Mr. Edwards, who did he play with? Why was the model discontinued? I really like the body shape of the Edwards models.

Yeah that's Brad's old bass. He's a cool cat and definitely a good player. I can tell you've been around the block when you remember Brad.

Angus · #**468** 02-07-2013, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Bassconbeatz

Here's a beautiful stealth black Fodera Elite. I emailed Jason regarding this and awaiting a reply in regards to the approximate year it was built and the rare finish. You don't see too many Foderas with a gloss finish. What do you guys think? An elite Fodera at a great price too

http://www.ebay.com/itm/FODERA-EDWAR...910%26&afsrc=1

That bass was owned by a member here (as people mentioned), and I believe he said that he would not ever sell it (I think I asked). Then magically it ended up on eBay years later by someone who cannot spell or spellcheck to save their life, which is a warning sign for me. Same with the horrible pictures- freaks me out.

It's quite old- late 90's, IIRC. Jason will know. Something about the horrible presentation on eBay and the whole situation makes me think scam, even if it isn't. Cool bass with unusual body, though.

jaysbassspace · #**469** 02-07-2013, 06:47 PM

This is probably a dumb question but I'm trying to change the battery in my emperor II elite, I've taken the screws out but the cover is so snug I can't get it off. I don't want to pry it out with a screwdriver and risk damaging the wood. Any hints?

Aljazz · #**470** 02-07-2013, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jaysbassspace

This is probably a dumb question but I'm trying to change the battery in my emperor II elite, I've taken the screws out but the cover is so snug I can't get it off. I don't want to pry it out with a screwdriver and risk damaging the wood. Any hints?

I use a small screw driver and CAREFULLY push the cover out through the input jack.... that way you won't risk damaging wood by prying it out from the back.

Blue Blood · #**471** 02-07-2013, 07:16 PM

I've used little suction cups when I've encountered this in the past.

Angus · #**472** 02-07-2013, 08:14 PM

Paper clip (or a 90-degree awl, but not everyone has one handy) in the middle of one of the screw holes. Don't pry at the edge of the cover.

Joelc73 · #**473** 02-07-2013, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Aljazz

I use a small screw driver and CAREFULLY push the cover out through the input jack.... that way you won't risk damaging wood by prying it out from the back.

^^^
This is how I do it.

bassdoubler · #**474** 02-07-2013, 09:00 PM

Haha I just flip the bass over and punch it and it just falls out!

Baird6869 · #**475** 02-07-2013, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Flaked Beans

Tom Kennedy killed on his emperor standard last night at the 55 bar...

Thanks for posting this as I am in NYC from Mar 9-15 and I would love to see Tom, Goines, Bona, etc in the flesh. Amazing how many incredible players play the 55 Bar.

I will add a night at 55 Bar to my visit to Fodera, Rangers and Devils hockey games.... Gonna be a busy March Break!

Any other NYC live music ideas?

Flaked Beans · #**476** 02-07-2013, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by thehess

Ah, missed that one! However, it's Stern + Fodera bassist season at 55 - Richard Bona next week, Janek Gwizdala the week after. Mon/Wed 10PM gigs for both.

(whoa...and Oz Noy on 2/26 with John Patitucci and Jeff Tain Watts! 55 is THE place.)

Inching closer to my Emporer 5 Standard...

yep i'll be there at bona's gig and probably on janek's gig too. by the way oz noy is awesome and probably i'll play a few gigs with him here in new york next spring.

Flaked Beans · #**477** 02-07-2013, 11:00 PM

wayne kranz trio right now at the 55 bar..

Leo Smith · #**478** 02-07-2013, 11:26 PM

Man, wish I were there right now!

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Originally Posted by Flaked Beans

wayne kranz trio right now at the 55 bar..

Just Thumpin' · #**479** 02-08-2013, 12:52 AM

I know that the instrument is real, the only thing that I want to check with Joey about is the black finish. Back to you guys later this morning.

Regards,

J

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Originally Posted by Bassconbeatz

Here's a beautiful stealth black Fodera Elite. I emailed Jason regarding this and awaiting a reply in regards to the approximate year it was built and the rare finish. You don't see too many Foderas with a gloss finish. What do you guys think? An elite Fodera at a great price too

http://www.ebay.com/itm/FODERA-EDWAR...910%26&afsrc=1

Just Thumpin' · #**480** 02-08-2013, 12:54 AM

Sure, all you have to do is widen the nut slots and change the strings. Once you do that, however, going back to E-C would require a new nut.

Also, a 33" scale B is a highly personal taste. Some people are fine with them and others feel that they are too "floppy."

J

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Thanks for the correction, yes B-G