WHAT KIND OF WOOD IS THIS?

[lowphatbass]

I recently "got stuck" with a couple Japanese basses. This seems to be a typical Fender copy, but the wood is pretty heavily grained. It's pretty lightweight, probably around an 8 pounder or so when assembled.
From the look of the overall bass I'd guess it would be from the early 70's or so(the knobs are replacements for sure).

So any ideas?? I don't know much about Japanese ash, but that's my guess for now.

Thanks!

LPB

[Will Kelly]

I think you're right.

[A-Step-Towards]

Apparently wood doesnt matter so who cares JK

It looks sweet tho I like it , yeah guessing it is some fast growing japanese wood.

[lowphatbass]

Originally Posted by A-Step-Towards

Apparently wood doesnt matter so who cares JK

Very Nice!

[ulynch]

Originally Posted by lowphatbass

What kind of wood is this?

Not sure ... what's it sound like?

[lowphatbass]

Originally Posted by ulynch

Not sure ... what's it sound like?

Damn, that's a good point!
Since it clearly has the MOST accurate and detailed pick-up ever made(see picture above)I should just plug it in and close my eyes!!

[ulynch]

Originally Posted by lowphatbass

Damn, that's a good point!
Since it clearly has the MOST accurate and detailed pick-up ever made(see picture above)I should just plug it in and close my eyes!!

Sorry, Mr Sarcasm Guy was being sarcastic and non-obvious. Also, I was thread-jacking. My bad.

Anyway, that is a pretty cool looking instrument. I have a bit of a thing for old Japanese clones. Not that I own any (mine are Korean ), I just think they're kinda nifty. I'd be interested to hear more about its derivation, if you know anything ...

- D

[Jazz Ad]

It looks like flatsawn swamp ash to me but don't take my word on it.

[lowphatbass]

Oh it's all good, I was being purely sarcastic myself!

I am curious what factory made this bass as well. Once I get it all together I'll post some pics, maybe somebody knows. I do like the Tele-ish "lipstick" pick-up on the P-bass thing though, it's pretty funky visually.

[lowphatbass]

Any other thoughts on what kind of wood?

[bassie12]

"Japanese ash" known as Sen. Also used to make some taiko drums. Great sounding and looking wood! The original Aria SB 1000s and first MIJ runs of 51p basses were made of this. As well as many Lawsuit-era 70s Japanese instruments.