Fodera Club Part XVII - Page 26

curt basner · #**501** 02-09-2013, 02:31 PM

Hi all,

I know that no one is going to care, but I just wanted to tell SOMEBODY that I'm thrilled to know that my 5 string MG shape Imperial Elite has started construction. Jason confirmed for me that the neck has been started, and I'm hoping to see a completed bass in late April

, having placed my order in December 2011.

It seems time has gone by quickly since placing the order, and I've got enough going on in my life that waiting for the next 2 1/2 months to pass by shouldn't be TOO big of a deal, but we all know (at least those who have ordered a Fodera) how it starts to feel, the closer to completion it gets. I'm sure many of you have had to deal with that many more times than me...this is going to be only my second custom Fodera, and the first one, a Yin Yang Deluxe, didn't really even count, since I bought the bass from a dealer with only 6 weeks left to finish the bass from an order placed by the dealer a few years previously. Who else has a custom scheduled to complete in mid-late April, this year???

nostatic · #**502** 02-09-2013, 02:49 PM

Both of my necks are glued up. Full build should start in Mar for Jun budget devastation. I mean completion

curt basner · #**503** 02-09-2013, 03:56 PM

Todd,

I think you were right the first time

All I can say is thank G*d for VERY hefty tax refunds!!!! Mine will cover my bass, plus a little extra. If I could get away without telling the wife, I'd use the excess for a Monique

Munjibunga · #**504** 02-09-2013, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curt basner

Hi all,

I know that no one is going to care, but I just wanted to tell SOMEBODY that I'm thrilled to know that my 5 string MG shape Imperial Elite has started construction. Jason confirmed for me that the neck has been started, and I'm hoping to see a completed bass in late April

, having placed my order in December 2011.

It seems time has gone by quickly since placing the order, and I've got enough going on in my life that waiting for the next 2 1/2 months to pass by shouldn't be TOO big of a deal, but we all know (at least those who have ordered a Fodera) how it starts to feel, the closer to completion it gets. I'm sure many of you have had to deal with that many more times than me...this is going to be only my second custom Fodera, and the first one, a Yin Yang Deluxe, didn't really even count, since I bought the bass from a dealer with only 6 weeks felt to finish the bass from an order placed a few years previously. Who else has a custom scheduled to complete in mid-late April, this year???

Oh, we care deeply, brother.

Munjibunga · #**505** 02-09-2013, 04:32 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?

Have you tried using a strip of gaffer's tape to pull it out?

thehess · #**506** 02-09-2013, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by curt basner

Hi all,
I know that no one is going to care

We do. I just got the note from Laura that my E5S will be done in two weeks! I know...it's not a custom. However, February outlay for me will approach Nostatic-eque proportions - I'm also picking up a double bass and bow (that will set me back Emporer Elite 5 with presentation grade top dollars

) The standards certainly are a gateway drug - for me, it just happened to be a gateway to greater musical exploration (and the appreciation for what a fine instrument means to your playing).

Happy build waits to all...

nuwavedc · #**507** 02-09-2013, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curt basner

Hi all,

I know that no one is going to care, but I just wanted to tell SOMEBODY that I'm thrilled to know that my 5 string MG shape Imperial Elite has started construction. Jason confirmed for me that the neck has been started, and I'm hoping to see a completed bass in late April

, having placed my order in December 2011.

It seems time has gone by quickly since placing the order, and I've got enough going on in my life that waiting for the next 2 1/2 months to pass by shouldn't be TOO big of a deal, but we all know (at least those who have ordered a Fodera) how it starts to feel, the closer to completion it gets. I'm sure many of you have had to deal with that many more times than me...this is going to be only my second custom Fodera, and the first one, a Yin Yang Deluxe, didn't really even count, since I bought the bass from a dealer with only 6 weeks left to finish the bass from an order placed by the dealer a few years previously. Who else has a custom scheduled to complete in mid-late April, this year???

I have one due sometime next month. The days are going slower...and slower....

polymad · #**508** 02-09-2013, 10:42 PM

"I know that no one is going to care"... Trust me dude, I completely sympathise! My ES5 Lefty will be waiting for me to pick it up on Thursday from Fodera (Valentine's day

). I am travelling accross the world (Literally a 16 hour direct flight) on Wednesday to NYC to pick up the Fodera and hang out with the Fodera gang, as one of the main reasons for my visit. Just a few more days left, but the anxiousness is killer!!!!!

Just Thumpin' · #**509** 02-10-2013, 03:47 AM

Hey there Steuart!

No, we have never done an Ash FB. Methinks that the wood is too porous and soft to make a great FB...but I will ask Vin the question on Monday as well.

As for Tulipwood, it behaves very similarly to Brazilian RW structurally, but sounds like a hypothetical cross of Brazilian and Maple. We have built two instruments with Tulipwood FB's since I have been here...

Regards,

J

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Originally Posted by steubig

so, woke up two hours earlier than my alarm . . . mind wanders. somehow i start obsessing about the idea of ash fingerboards and wondering if fodera (anyone?) has done them.

also, made me wonder about tulipwood and what it sounds like as a fingerboard.

jason, care to waste some more of your precious time?

Just Thumpin' · #**510** 02-10-2013, 03:54 AM

Rami -- We are all looking forward to it! The bass is coming along fabulously. Just another coat of Spray on Monday and then final rub out and set up starts!

Glue up of my personal 30th Anniversary bass should start next week. The neck's been ready for awhile. We are timing mine to be date stamped on the 14th of March -- Fodera's actual 30th Anniversary date -- which means that she should be complete and playable by roughly the first week of April +/-. Funny, I STILL get excited when I have an instrument in process and this is my 6th personal custom build!!

Cheers,

J

Quote:

Originally Posted by polymad

"I know that no one is going to care"... Trust me dude, I completely sympathise! My ES5 Lefty will be waiting for me to pick it up on Thursday from Fodera (Valentine's day

). I am travelling accross the world (Literally a 16 hour direct flight) on Wednesday to NYC to pick up the Fodera and hang out with the Fodera gang, as one of the main reasons for my visit. Just a few more days left, but the anxiousness is killer!!!!!

polymad · #**511** 02-10-2013, 05:43 AM

Haha!!! Even Jason can't wait for his and he practicularly lives around the beauties 24-7!! aaahhhh the Fodera syndrome!!!!

celinder 72 · #**512** 02-10-2013, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curt basner

Hi all,

I know that no one is going to care, but I just wanted to tell SOMEBODY that I'm thrilled to know that my 5 string MG shape Imperial Elite has started construction. Jason confirmed for me that the neck has been started, and I'm hoping to see a completed bass in late April

, having placed my order in December 2011.

It seems time has gone by quickly since placing the order, and I've got enough going on in my life that waiting for the next 2 1/2 months to pass by shouldn't be TOO big of a deal, but we all know (at least those who have ordered a Fodera) how it starts to feel, the closer to completion it gets. I'm sure many of you have had to deal with that many more times than me...this is going to be only my second custom Fodera, and the first one, a Yin Yang Deluxe, didn't really even count, since I bought the bass from a dealer with only 6 weeks left to finish the bass from an order placed by the dealer a few years previously. Who else has a custom scheduled to complete in mid-late April, this year???

Curt WE CARE!! Anyone on the Fodera club, or any of the other clubs I check daily on Talk Bass , I feel a connection with you all and am truly happy for everyone who has the bass of their dreams being built. My dream bass build is starting this month(by another luthier) but I have the utmost respect for the Fodera crew, and look forward to drooling over the newborn section every week!

Hou · #**513** 02-10-2013, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curt basner

Hi all,

I know that no one is going to care, but I just wanted to tell SOMEBODY that I'm thrilled to know that my 5 string MG shape Imperial Elite has started construction. Jason confirmed for me that the neck has been started, and I'm hoping to see a completed bass in late April

, having placed my order in December 2011.

It seems time has gone by quickly since placing the order, and I've got enough going on in my life that waiting for the next 2 1/2 months to pass by shouldn't be TOO big of a deal, but we all know (at least those who have ordered a Fodera) how it starts to feel, the closer to completion it gets. I'm sure many of you have had to deal with that many more times than me...this is going to be only my second custom Fodera, and the first one, a Yin Yang Deluxe, didn't really even count, since I bought the bass from a dealer with only 6 weeks left to finish the bass from an order placed by the dealer a few years previously. Who else has a custom scheduled to complete in mid-late April, this year???

That's awesome. I know you told the specs before

But cool if you post them again

steubig · #**514** 02-10-2013, 11:58 AM

jason and andy d, thanks for the information.

between rosewood and maple sounds like something i'd like (and i like the visual as well). just need to win the lottery now.

Hou · #**515** 02-10-2013, 01:09 PM

I was just looking in the newborn gallery again and found two six Monarchs build to John D'ercole with the same specs except the top.
Jason - Did he want a backup?

nuwavedc · #**516** 02-10-2013, 04:55 PM

Some one pm'd me with a question about how the mgs sounded tuned b to g.

I never got around to tuning it b to g, but I did a quick test of the open b string without cutting the nut.

The comparison between the following two basses yielded similar tone. The 34" scale was a tad deeper and more focused.

The first test was with 11.5lb imperial elite with a 34" scale, exposed core ss string 0.130.

The second test was using the 10lb mgs with an old ss string I had lying around, tapered core 0.128.

iwearpumas · #**517** 02-10-2013, 08:11 PM

I have an issue with all you Fodera owners. Yall get these nice basses, and never put videos or soundclips up for us "potentials." I would love to hear some of your basses, especially since they are custom to the sound you want.

nostatic · #**518** 02-10-2013, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by iwearpumas

I have an issue with all you Fodera owners. Yall get these nice basses, and never put videos or soundclips up for us "potentials." I would love to hear some of your basses, especially since they are custom to the sound you want.

Lots of links to various people's stuff in these and other threads.

https://soundcloud.com/nostatic-live

A few tunes are with a Rob Allen, otherwise all are Fodera (Yin Yang Deluxe, Matt Garrison Std).

nuwavedc · #**519** 02-10-2013, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iwearpumas

I have an issue with all you Fodera owners. Yall get these nice basses, and never put videos or soundclips up for us "potentials." I would love to hear some of your basses, especially since they are custom to the sound you want.

Here's an old clip from last summer when I just got the mgs, your maybe looking for more of a traditional bass playing clip.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlcFVVCSNTI

steubig · #**520** 02-10-2013, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iwearpumas

I have an issue with all you Fodera owners. Yall get these nice basses, and never put videos or soundclips up for us "potentials." I would love to hear some of your basses, especially since they are custom to the sound you want.

suffice it to say that i'm the freak of the bunch here. and my all foderas have been modded . . . that being said, youtube search results:

http://m.youtube.com/results?q=steuart%20liebig

http://www.youtube.com/results?searc....1.M7uVXkIdM0I