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    Recent Content Tagged With luthier

  1. THarp91
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    Intonation is out, but it’s perfect if I capo the 1st fret and tune it

    One of my basses has been having intonation problems lately. For example, I’ll get the open A string and the 12th fret of the A string both...
    Thread by: THarp91, Apr 14, 2019 at 8:42 AM, 4 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  2. jose mexbass
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    Yamaha BB series headstock

    Hello, I´m new at bass customization, I just bought an old honher rockwood pro and I want to reshape headstock. I would like a shape like Yamaha...
    Thread by: jose mexbass, Apr 5, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  3. Marshs211
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    Restoration Project - Squier Vista Musicmaster Bass

    Thought I’d share this with you all. I found this bass hanging in the “bargain basement” of my local music store with a price tag of $50. I saw...
    Thread by: Marshs211, Mar 27, 2019, 19 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  4. MarcosAcchi
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    Gibson rd bass

    Hello guys im going to build a Gibson Rd bass and i was with the trouble of the neck if its with the technique of "set neck" and the pick ups are?...
    Thread by: MarcosAcchi, Mar 10, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  5. Diego Martinez
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    Where to start looking for a new bass!

    Hey guys! I’m a student bassist studying at NEC. I feel as though recently, my instrument has been holding me back technically and musically. I am...
    Thread by: Diego Martinez, Mar 6, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  6. JavierV
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    My luthier project

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    Thread by: JavierV, Dec 8, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  7. Jason42
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    Would a list like this help people?

    Once upon a time, Bass Player Mag put out an awesome buyers guide that made me aware of the world of models out there. I've slowly looked at...
    Thread by: Jason42, Nov 9, 2018, 5 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  8. GeneralTsoSexy
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    My Warwick is entering the cocoon......

    To make a very long story only a medium length story..... Years of active addiction saw me part ways with my basses. Everything really. It...
    Thread by: GeneralTsoSexy, Oct 21, 2018, 7 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  9. Lee Barker
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    For Sale Barker Bass jigs and fixtures and tooling

    When we ceased production of the Barker Bass the shop machinery was sold. However, everything else that was used in the manufacture and finishing...
    Thread by: Lee Barker, Sep 28, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: For Sale: Parts, Strings, and Accessories
  10. chilensko
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    Hamberger adjustable sound post.

    I'm always tempted to try one of this sound post, seems that you can make very little variation of the length while is installed.. But like always...
    Thread by: chilensko, Sep 7, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: Setup & Repair [DB]
  11. bobyoung53
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    Good luthier for factory fretless Rickenbacker bass in Ma/Ct/RI/NY area.

    Anyone here know a really good luthier for a fretless Rickenbacker? I refinished the neck with superglue and it actually came out fairly well,...
    Thread by: bobyoung53, Sep 6, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  12. nerkoids
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    Alternative finishings...

    All right. Recently went to my local Canadian Tire and came across these two products. Both seem to be water-borne 3x type thick polyurethane...
    Thread by: nerkoids, Aug 25, 2018, 14 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  13. mhbradford86
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    Help repairing some nasty gouges...

    Hey guys!!! I need some recommendations on how to repair these nasty gouges. I recently scored a 60's classic vibe jazz Bass for $100 and would...
    Thread by: mhbradford86, Aug 15, 2018, 21 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  14. jhb138
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    Looking for a luthier in SE Mass

    Can anyone recommend a luthier in the southeastern Massachusetts area that does custom routing? (I'm between Boston and Providence, closer to Prov.)
    Thread by: jhb138, Aug 14, 2018, 2 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  15. Beej
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    Curly maple, curly walnut

    Tops and backs
    Uploaded by: Beej, Jul 14, 2018, 0 comments, in album: Brent's Luthiery
  16. Gigglingbuns
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    A guy is trying to sell me a SR375 with a bowed neck, but

    I was looking for a 5er, he had a SR375 and claimed it was 6 months old, only after asking deeper did he reveal it was a display model at...
    Thread by: Gigglingbuns, Jul 8, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  17. Pbassmanca
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    Amazing new luthier Frederiek De Vette!!!

    Hey all, came across this article on No Treble about a young, up and coming female luthier and seeing this beautiful bass that she has crafted...
    Thread by: Pbassmanca, Jul 3, 2018, 11 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  18. LukeTheDrifter
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    Wanted 3/4 fingerboard blank

    Hey everyone! I've got a project bass with a ridiculous amount of scoop dressed into the fingerboard, and it needs to be replaced (not enough...
    Thread by: LukeTheDrifter, Jun 19, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Wanted: Double Basses, Amps, & Accessories
  19. Jacque Gray
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    Love that Bass

    I have read many posts concerning stepping down to a lesser bass (lower priced). Why, I purchased a bass in pieces in 1964 and played it since....
    Thread by: Jacque Gray, Jun 7, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  20. Tyronimo
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    Problem whit a Luthier

    Hello everyone, Last year I talked by email and bought a double bass to a recognized Luthier in Germany, it was supposed that in December of...
    Thread by: Tyronimo, Jun 3, 2018, 21 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner [DB]
  21. nickm2375
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    Tuning Machines for Baritone Acoustic

    Hi guys, Just picked up a Goldtone GMB+ Baritone acoustic to play when my band busks or does unplugged shows. It allows me to get a little bit...
    Thread by: nickm2375, May 31, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  22. funkmaster p
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    Luthier screwed up my P bass

    Two weeks ago I dropped off my bass for modification by a well respected luthier in my area. He has always done a great job for me in the past. He...
    Thread by: funkmaster p, May 28, 2018, 208 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  23. TrevorR
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    Just why are basses like Wals and Foderas etc so blooming expensive?

    So, I see a load of these threads asking why the cost of Wal basses, Foderas, Alembics, Ritters and the like are so much more expensive than mere...
    Thread by: TrevorR, May 18, 2018, 105 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  24. ProgressiveDoom
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    Converting an acoustic bass , have you done this?.

    First of all I feel as though I must say -- - PLEASE dont tell me not to do this, PLEASE dont tell me to sell it and buy something else' PLEASE...
    Thread by: ProgressiveDoom, May 17, 2018, 61 replies, in forum: Pickups & Electronics [BG]
  25. lawrenceKun
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    linc luthier or Keisal bromberg b4 bass

    HI I would like some opinions .. I have the option to buy a Linc luthier - or a tricked out Keisal Bromberg 4. both would cost about 2000. I...
    Thread by: lawrenceKun, May 9, 2018, 13 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  26. Steve Swan
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    New shop space for SF East Bay Luthier

    San Fransicsco East Bay Area luthier Nathaniel Rich is busy setting up his new space near his old working area in Berkeley, CA. I can strongly...
    Thread by: Steve Swan, May 3, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Setup & Repair [DB]
  27. pipelinepete
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    NBD - Made by Local Luthier

    I met a local luthier last summer and we talked about him building a bass for me. I provided some guidance as to my preferences and said he could...
    Thread by: pipelinepete, Apr 18, 2018, 4 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  28. Rapisme
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    Searching for a luthier to supply me with custom bass neck.

    Hey, I'm totally lost but a dear friend gave me his Roscoe Beck to work on and immediately I found that it needed fret work and a replane. I...
    Thread by: Rapisme, Apr 11, 2018, 10 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  29. hbarcat
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    Searching for a luthier to supply me with custom bass necks

    I hope this is the proper place for this. If not, I'll have it moved. I'm looking for a source of custom bolt on necks I can install on 4 and 5...
    Thread by: hbarcat, Mar 21, 2018, 21 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  30. ivlucas
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    No longer available Rare Linc Luthier Handmade 6

    Up forsale is a handmade work of art. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] The chambered body opens up the tone a great...
    Thread by: ivlucas, Mar 19, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: For Sale: Bass Guitars
  31. Cutter8
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    Estimated cost of adding dot side markers fretless fingerboard?

    I am considering buying a fretless Muckelroy that has a lined fingerboard but no "fret markers" on side of the fingerboard. Can anyone give me an...
    Thread by: Cutter8, Feb 25, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  32. Jeff Elkins
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    Michigan Festival Luthier Search

    In 1982 +/- , I was at Wheatland Music Festival in Remus, MI. My family went for years—my sister still goes, annually. I have a memory of...
    Thread by: Jeff Elkins, Feb 22, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  33. LenMinNJ
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    Luthier to Convert a Long Scale Bass Into Medium Scale?

    Can someone recommend a luthier who would be able (and willing) to convert a Warwick Thumb NT4 from a 34-inch long scale to a 32-inch medium...
    Thread by: LenMinNJ, Feb 21, 2018, 112 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  34. RBrownBass
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    Should I be concerned about a luthier who asks me how much arco I do (board dressing issue)?

    I have an appointment for a minor dressing tomorrow, with a luthier recommended by my local music shop. I could tell him that I don't want the...
    Thread by: RBrownBass, Feb 11, 2018, 19 replies, in forum: Setup & Repair [DB]
  35. cyclopsbookworm
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    For Sale/Trade Luthier supply/bass build

    Hey folks. I’ve got most of the parts to build an entire bass here. All great quality stuff but I no longer have access to a shop so I’d like to...
    Thread by: cyclopsbookworm, Feb 4, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: For Sale: Parts, Strings, and Accessories
  36. Jisch
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    So you want to be a Luthier?

    It took me three days to wade through the NAMM bass picture thread. The shear number of bass builders out there is staggering! I can't believe...
    Thread by: Jisch, Feb 4, 2018, 12 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner
  37. Kyle83
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    Kyle's Super Duper Bass Build of 2018

    Hello Talk Bass community!:):):) I'll be building a double bass and posting my process here. My plan in for a Busetto corner bass, maybe a 5...
    Thread by: Kyle83, Jan 30, 2018, 33 replies, in forum: Luthier's Corner [DB]
  38. ldryder
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    Pickguards from Neagle Luthier?

    Does anyone know what happened to Neagle Luthier? I wanted to order a new pickguard for my Squier Vintage Modified Precision Bass V and found...
    Thread by: ldryder, Jan 29, 2018, 8 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  39. DanL
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    Austrian luthier Franz Feilnreiter

    My double bass was made by Austrian luthier Franz Feilnreiter ca. 1864 Does anyone know anything about this luthier? Thank you in advance!
    Thread by: DanL, Jan 24, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Basses [DB]
  40. BigDanT
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    Anyone recommend a good luthier near Indianapolis?

    Guys Like the title says I’m in Indianapolis and looking for a solid, reliable luthier who can handle anything from electronics stuff to minor...
    Thread by: BigDanT, Jan 20, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
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