The Krappy Bassists Klub

[JoePasko]

Originally Posted by darrellj

After checking out Kevin's site, I've decided that what I *really* need is several Krappy guitars.

Now, after that lengthy dissertation, here's the crux of the matter... How to convince "she who must be obeyed" that I need another bass? I've recently thinned the herd down to 3 basses, a six string electric, and a classical.

Hey, I own 5 Krappy's and am neither rich (nor broke, after purchasing them). So I think your solution is staring you right in the face. You don't need to justify Krappy to your lady. Krappy IS the justification ! You just gotta phrase it the right way:

"Well honey, I really got my eye on this deluxe $1500 axe. But of course I realize that would not be a wise expenditure. And because I am SO frugal and SO budget-minded, what I will do instead is buy a cheap-o bass from this guy who makes inexpensive guitars out of scrap wood and junked parts."

*** good idea, right ???!! ***

[Corey Y]

Kevin sent me a pic of the 3 string (dual octave course, adD) bass he made for me. Can't wait to get my hands on it.

[darrellj]

Originally Posted by JoePasko

"Well honey, I really got my eye on this deluxe $1500 axe. But of course I realize that would not be a wise expenditure. And because I am SO frugal and SO budget-minded, what I will do instead is buy a cheap-o bass from this guy who makes inexpensive guitars out of scrap wood and junked parts."

*** good idea, right ???!! ***

I kinda started to broach the idea this morning, but I got the 'you don't need any other guitars' line. Sooo, I guess I'll have to sell one to justify the addition. Problem is that I don't *wanna** sell any of my guitars.

Guess I better put on my 'big boy pants' and make a decision...

[HaMMerHeD]

Tell her she doesn't need any more shoes. Perhaps she will realize the error of her logic.

[darrellj]

Hahahahahaha. No more shoes???? No more s** either then... Gotta watch what I wish for!

[The Owl]

#30) Corey Y

[ProfVonNostrand]

It's finished! Shipping out on Monday. So excited to get my hands on it. I'm really impressed with Kevin's workmanship, just from the pictures - he took a crappy (no pun intended) mock up from a paint program and knew exactly what I wanted out of it. Late next week/weekend can't come soon enough...

[JoePasko]

Originally Posted by ProfVonNostrand

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It's finished! Shipping out on Monday. So excited to get my hands on it. I'm really impressed with Kevin's workmanship, just from the pictures - he took a crappy (no pun intended) mock up from a paint program and knew exactly what I wanted out of it. Late next week/weekend can't come soon enough...

Holy Krap that's a lot of strings ! I give you props for being able to play such a creature. Four string is my upper limit.
Nice looking instrument, though, that's for sure. Welcome to Krappy-dom. Hope you like attention. Krappy's tend to attract a crowd wherever you bring them.

[ProfVonNostrand]

Showed up yesterday, had a hard time putting it down to go to bed and then to work today. Plays great, looks great, I couldn't be happier. I have to say, to anyone who's interested in one of Kevin's instruments, get in touch with him. Great guy to work with, and I'm just thrilled with the instrument.

Now to keep adjusting to the massive fretboard...

[JoePasko]

Originally Posted by ProfVonNostrand

Now to keep adjusting to the massive fretboard...

Excellent ! I sorta know how that is, by way of just trying to play a 4-string bass again, after going a year or so playing 2-string exclusively.

[Corey Y]

Just arrived, looking forward to getting it tuned up and playing around tonight.

[grinx]

what's up with the funky string spacing?

[Corey Y]

That's just how Kevin made it. I would have spaced it a little tighter, but it's playable. Actually makes it a little easier to play the fundamental and the octave courses separately. Considering how fast I designed it, how fast Kevin built it and how little it cost, I have zero complaints about it.

[grinx]

it is hawt, regardless

i'm working on pulling the trigger on one myself but i need traditional string spacing

thanks info

[jbybj]

and excited to be joining the ranks of Krappy ownership.

After watching Kevin's work for a couple of years and mulling it over endlessly, I finally figured out what I want to have made.

My first email was mid-morning, and before lunch I had sent him a deposit. It will be a 6 string, octave course, EeAaDd, fretted, and presumably awesome.

I chose a body shape, but I'm leaving much of the particulars up to him. Can't wait to see where this ends up.

No pics, because no bass yet. As I get pictures of the progress, I will share them here.

Peace, JBY

[PeteH]

jbybj! Welcome to the dark side!

Those of us who've seen ... unusual ... Wishes will have no problems with a Krappy!

[JoePasko]

Originally Posted by jbybj

It will be a 6 string, octave course, EeAaDd, fretted, and presumably awesome.

I have thought about this idea, too ! Sure, technically 6 strings ... but really a double-3. Very cool.

[jbybj]

Less than 24 hours after I sent my deposit, Kevin sent me this.
I really happy with his interpretation of the photo I sent him. The body is based on the Dragonwing, from Alembic.



Then today I got some pictures of clamps.




I'm already a happy Krapper, and it's only just begun.

JBY

[darrellj]

Originally Posted by JoePasko

I have thought about this idea, too ! Sure, technically 6 strings ... but really a double-3. Very cool.

This is a question based on niavity - but would the paired string be tuned an octave apart? I'm trying to visualize (conceptualize?) how this would work and what it would sound like...

[Tupac]

I thought this was a thread for terrible bassists like me, only to find out it's an actual luthier. Lol, who would name their company this? Is that his last name, or is it ironic humor?