ASAT basses with ashtrays or pickguards?

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by fisticuffs, Jul 16, 2013.

  1. fisticuffs

    fisticuffs Commercial User

    May 3, 2011
    Madison, WI
    Anyone have a pic? thinking it might be a fun easy mod. Not sure where I'd find the parts. Probably a custom pickguard. Standard Fender Ashtray may or not fit over the larger bridge. I can't be the only one who's ever had the idea though.
     
  2. 2saddleslab

    2saddleslab Supporting Member

    May 30, 2003
    Kentucky
    Thought about doing a pick guard going as far as a template [long gone] but never followed thru. Didn't want to add screw holes if it didn't work out.
    I'd like to see it if you decide to make it happen.
     
  3. fisticuffs

    fisticuffs Commercial User

    May 3, 2011
    Madison, WI
    Found this image on Google:
    ASATBassPG_zps9f57ba5a.jpg

    Was thinking something more like a Tele Custom or Thinline guard though although this has its merits.
     
  4. 2saddleslab

    2saddleslab Supporting Member

    May 30, 2003
    Kentucky
    That looks damn good.
     
  5. Dave W

    Dave W Supporting Member

    Mar 1, 2007
    Westchester, NY
    I don't think a Fender bridge cover (P or J) would fit over the G&L bridge.
     
  6. fisticuffs

    fisticuffs Commercial User

    May 3, 2011
    Madison, WI
    Yeah not likely now that I actually look. Still a pick guard would be fun. I am pretty sure I will never sell my ASAT so the screw holes don't bother me.
     
  7. 2saddleslab

    2saddleslab Supporting Member

    May 30, 2003
    Kentucky
    If the pick guard is completely flat you might just need a light tack spray adhesive that could be removed easily.
     
  8. Chrome Dome

    Chrome Dome Chrome Dome Supporting Member

    Sep 17, 2013
    Piqua,Ohio 45356
    Asatman,did you ever find your pick guard for your Asat? I found, the company that made the pickguard,for the blue Asat,you found on Google. If you haven't got your pick guard yet,I can give you the info. I just placed an order for my Asat. I decided not to drill holes,and just apply it to the guitar,with adhesive tape. That is how I placed my order. Should be here,by the 7th of October 2013.
    Thanks
     
  9. 2saddleslab

    2saddleslab Supporting Member

    May 30, 2003
    Kentucky
    No, never did. Love to see your setup when completed though.
    Keep us posted.
     
  10. Chrome Dome

    Chrome Dome Chrome Dome Supporting Member

    Sep 17, 2013
    Piqua,Ohio 45356
    Asatman,I am trying to post pictures,with the template,on there prior to ordering my pickguard. The company sent this template,to check for fit.
    Thanks
     
  11. Chrome Dome

    Chrome Dome Chrome Dome Supporting Member

    Sep 17, 2013
    Piqua,Ohio 45356
    Ok,got your reply,Thanks. Not able to post the pics,for some reason. I could send to your email address,if you like. The company if interested is, Terrapin Island Guitars,located in,Eugene,Oregon. Their number is,541-461-0877, and the person you would be talking is Justin Ostendorf. He said due to the request he has had for the Asat pick guard, he storing the info,for future request. Tell them Wendell Davis,informed you if you don't mind. Thanks!
     
  12. mr.mow

    mr.mow

    Feb 11, 2009
    Melbourne
    Endorsing Artist: BBE/G&L Basses
    Or this mock up I did..

    DA2D9C1C-0BEB-4F2B-97AD-B45D1C7EBB56-10043-0000060AAB2B315D_zps4e6ca87a.jpg
     
  13. Dave W

    Dave W Supporting Member

    Mar 1, 2007
    Westchester, NY
    That's sweet!
     
  14. 2saddleslab

    2saddleslab Supporting Member

    May 30, 2003
    Kentucky
    That does look good. However, I'd like to see a pg similar to the standard tele design.
     
  15. tomydacat

    tomydacat Supporting Member

    Jul 14, 2009
    RVA

    NOW iD PLAY THAT
     
  16. AGH

    AGH

    Jun 18, 2013
    Long Island NY
    All of the stuff I got for free wore out!
  17. fisticuffs

    fisticuffs Commercial User

    May 3, 2011
    Madison, WI
    I like both those versions. What about a Tele Custom version?
    What would you put on this (Style/color):
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