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Jimmy,
Looks like orange A-Cs are hot items. I can see why. What is that other one? It's like super-aged Oly white, and it looks great.
-Steve
Looks like orange A-Cs are hot items. I can see why. What is that other one? It's like super-aged Oly white, and it looks great.
-Steve
I talked to Jimmy again today about my newest Alleva and in the process I found out that he has a Candy Apple Orange LG5 with a Dalbergia neck available for sale!!!!! WOW! I REALLY want to buy it for myself! It seems that it was a special order that he made for someone and the buyer backed out after construction. He is to busy to update the site so I figured I would post it here in case anyone is interested. (I hope that is OK Jimmy!!) He also has a couple of preowned basses as well. One is Jason Langey's beautiful Spalted LG5! Killer bass! Give him a call to find out about it. My 3 TS will be here next week and I can't wait!! I have a pretty heavy schedule coming up and I am really happy that I will have this bass for it....Pics will be forthcoming as soon as I get her! Thanks for everything Jimmy!
Peace,
T
Peace,
T
Hmm............ nice combo........
...........if it's anything like this one, it is special......who knows, maybe I'll buy it..I've been thinking of converting the other to a fretless anyway..
....keep us posted, Tom....
Well, today I made a trip to Jimmy's new shop in Upland, CA and it will probably end up costing me a lot of dinero over the next couple of weeks.
I have to say that I had my reservations about Jimmy's basses because I didn't think I was much of a vintage tone kind of guy but his basses are absolutely killer.
I got a tour of the new shop (sorry...no pics...what??...did you expect me to release the AC basses from my hands long enough to take pics?...you must be joking) and got to play a few basses. They all are breathtakingly beautiful and the tone was amazing. When I plugged the first LG5 (Candy Apple Orange with an Indian RW board) into his Aguilar rig (500 SC and DB210) I screamed (almost like a little girl) "Holy Crap!".
Everything that you guys have said about a vintage J in a 5 string is absolutely right on. I'm letting some of my stuff go in hopes of collecting enough funds to get the Candy Apple Orange LG5 with the Dalbergia Negra fingerboard that tommixx warned us about. It's got the nitro finish, vintage bridge, DN fingerboard...that thing just sings. Punchy as all hell too.
Anyway, Jimmy's machines have some serious history and mojo and he's doing some beautiful work. Not only that but they are great people there...genuine and kind (his dog is pretty awesome too). Hell...for anyone, or any dog, to sit that long through my playing without howling takes a lot of patience.
BTW, tommixx, you were right about the Dalbergia Negra. That stuff is special. If any of you can get some of the last ones then do it!! Also, I saw your new 4 banger, T, and it's amazing. That thing has tone for days!! You will be a very happy man.
Anyway, I'm still an MTD Freak but I'm convinced that I need to add a little more tonal variety to my stable so here goes.
AC's rule!!
I have to say that I had my reservations about Jimmy's basses because I didn't think I was much of a vintage tone kind of guy but his basses are absolutely killer.
I got a tour of the new shop (sorry...no pics...what??...did you expect me to release the AC basses from my hands long enough to take pics?...you must be joking) and got to play a few basses. They all are breathtakingly beautiful and the tone was amazing. When I plugged the first LG5 (Candy Apple Orange with an Indian RW board) into his Aguilar rig (500 SC and DB210) I screamed (almost like a little girl) "Holy Crap!".
Everything that you guys have said about a vintage J in a 5 string is absolutely right on. I'm letting some of my stuff go in hopes of collecting enough funds to get the Candy Apple Orange LG5 with the Dalbergia Negra fingerboard that tommixx warned us about. It's got the nitro finish, vintage bridge, DN fingerboard...that thing just sings. Punchy as all hell too.
Anyway, Jimmy's machines have some serious history and mojo and he's doing some beautiful work. Not only that but they are great people there...genuine and kind (his dog is pretty awesome too
). Hell...for anyone, or any dog, to sit that long through my playing without howling takes a lot of patience.BTW, tommixx, you were right about the Dalbergia Negra. That stuff is special. If any of you can get some of the last ones then do it!! Also, I saw your new 4 banger, T, and it's amazing. That thing has tone for days!! You will be a very happy man.
Anyway, I'm still an MTD Freak but I'm convinced that I need to add a little more tonal variety to my stable so here goes.
AC's rule!!
Well, today I made a trip to Jimmy's new shop in Upland, CA and it will probably end up costing me a lot of dinero over the next couple of weeks.
I have to say that I had my reservations about Jimmy's basses because I didn't think I was much of a vintage tone kind of guy but his basses are absolutely killer.
I got a tour of the new shop (sorry...no pics...what??...did you expect me to release the AC basses from my hands long enough to take pics?...you must be joking) and got to play a few basses. They all are breathtakingly beautiful and the tone was amazing. When I plugged the first LG5 (Candy Apple Orange with an Indian RW board) into his Aguilar rig (500 SC and DB210) I screamed (almost like a little girl) "Holy Crap!".
Everything that you guys have said about a vintage J in a 5 string is absolutely right on. I'm letting some of my stuff go in hopes of collecting enough funds to get the Candy Apple Orange LG5 with the Dalbergia Negra fingerboard that tommixx warned us about. It's got the nitro finish, vintage bridge, DN fingerboard...that thing just sings. Punchy as all hell too.
Anyway, Jimmy's machines have some serious history and mojo and he's doing some beautiful work. Not only that but they are great people there...genuine and kind (his dog is pretty awesome too
BTW, tommixx, you were right about the Dalbergia Negra. That stuff is special. If any of you can get some of the last ones then do it!! Also, I saw your new 4 banger, T, and it's amazing. That thing has tone for days!! You will be a very happy man.
Anyway, I'm still an MTD Freak but I'm convinced that I need to add a little more tonal variety to my stable so here goes.
AC's rule!!
I had a feeling you would feel that way. Thanks for the update! I really wish I could get the CAOJ but I have a few other Alleva plans first. I told Jimmy to keep my 4 banger there so you could get a taste of the Dalbergia love. I really can't describe it in words just how special the stuff is. It is truly one of those things you just have to experience for yourself...unless you want to try and describe for us....?? I did the best job I could and I think I failed miserably. Jimmy is definitely in a class by himself! Glad you had a good time! Be sure and keep us posted on what you get! Oh and thanks for the good word on mine! I know it is going to be awesome!
Peace,
T
OOH!! Do share! (If you can...)
WOW!! Thanks! I appreciate that...Jimmy finished up the LG5 while I was there just so I could have something to play in a 5 w/the Dalbergia board. He's a good guy...
I'm not sure I could do a much better job. All I can say is that it was nice and dark without being muddy...punchy for sure. The other almost identical LG5 I played had the "modern" bridge and the Indian RW board and while it sounded absolutely amazing it was not quite as punchy as the Dalbergia. The bass I played had sustain for days, BTW. The Indian RW bass was awesome and it was more "open" to my ears than the Dalbergia/vintage bridge LG5.
One word to describe both basses: awesome. 'Nuff said.
Yes he is. I know you will like your 4 banger. Those basses with the DN boards are definitely pricey but worth it. I think given the limited supply of Dalbergia he has it's not a stretch to think that they might go up in value one day once people realize how close these come to vintage Fenders.
I wonder if the difference in punch between the two LG5's was due to the Dalbergia FB, or if maybe the Hipshot bridge added to the sonic difference you heard? The Vintage Bridge may be part of that punchy mojo? No? Yes? Heck I don't know ...but I wonder sometimes if more mass bridges brighten things up and make the bass more open sounding?
Hello,
I have been reading this thread (and previous ones) for most of the day at work as I have completely fallen for AC basses. I am based in the UK and wish I could get my hands on one but for now pictures are all I have.
I apologise if this may be in the wrong section but I figured you guys may be able to help with my question best of all. I noticed there area few variations of a 5 string available on the AC site but what are the difference between the models? Two of them look very similar with the exception of 1 extra control? can anyone give me a breakdown please?
I have to say I am almost on the verge of ordering one without playing one the way you folks talk about them.
Many thanks,
Nathan
I have been reading this thread (and previous ones) for most of the day at work as I have completely fallen for AC basses. I am based in the UK and wish I could get my hands on one but for now pictures are all I have.
I apologise if this may be in the wrong section but I figured you guys may be able to help with my question best of all. I noticed there area few variations of a 5 string available on the AC site but what are the difference between the models? Two of them look very similar with the exception of 1 extra control? can anyone give me a breakdown please?
I have to say I am almost on the verge of ordering one without playing one the way you folks talk about them.
Many thanks,
Nathan
The basses are spec'd as follows........
LG-5: Alder Body (painted in Nitro usually), typically a rosewood board on a maple neck, although I am told Jimmy will make one with a Maple board if you ask.The pickups are routed in the 1960s positions. It is the pinnacle of what a 5 string Fender Jazz from the 60s would sound like , if there were such a thing (warm, full, but organic sounding).Truly an old school bass...
RA-5: Alder Body with a Maple neck and fingerboard covered with a poly finish. Will usually have Black blocks and binding. Has 1970s pickup spacing. Not as bright as an LM, but bright enough to get the same job done, IMO......snappy clear and bright, but keeps a fatter bottom and a little more warmth due to the alder body.....Just a joy to play..
LM-5: Ash body, usually with a maple neck and board, though there are some out there with rosewood boards.... 1970s pickup spacing.....the most bright and aggressive sounding of the bunch.....it doesn't sound like a Sadowsky, Celinder, Ateleir Z, etc.(super boosted preamp in these basses) due to a mellower pre, but it sounds closer to an old late 70s Jazz bass than the rest do IMO...... typically finished in a poly paint........
KBP-5: Alder body, typically a rosewood board, P-bass style pickup in the right spot......Haven't actually played this one, but those who have say it's all they will ever need in a 5 string P-styled Bass
Limited: CAn be more customized, I beleive......the big difference being an exotic top of your choice put on.......Insanely beautiful...quite pricey...
The difference in controls that you may have noticed is that while Jimmy Coppolo makes his own preamps (best ever), he does offer other options such as an Aguilar preamp put into his basses if you want/need a mid boost control (careful saying that around here though.......some of the others may hurt you...
.....
......he also has several choices in bridges as well......Hope all this helps........If any of this info is wrong, the others should be along to crucify me at any moment now.....
The basses are spec'd as follows........
LG-5: Alder Body (painted in Nitro usually), typically a rosewood board on a maple neck, although I am told Jimmy will make one with a Maple board if you ask.The pickups are routed in the 1960s positions. It is the pinnacle of what a 5 string Fender Jazz from the 60s would sound like , if there were such a thing (warm, full, but organic sounding).Truly an old school bass...
RA-5: Alder Body with a Maple neck and fingerboard covered with a poly finish. Will usually have Black blocks and binding. Has 1970s pickup spacing. Not as bright as an LM, but bright enough to get the same job done, IMO......snappy clear and bright, but keeps a fatter bottom and a little more warmth due to the alder body.....Just a joy to play..
LM-5: Ash body, usually with a maple neck and board, though there are some out there with rosewood boards.... 1970s pickup spacing.....the most bright and aggressive sounding of the bunch.....it doesn't sound like a Sadowsky, Celinder, Ateleir Z, etc.(super boosted preamp in these basses) due to a mellower pre, but it sounds closer to an old late 70s Jazz.... bass than the rest do IMO...... typically finished in a poly paint........
KBP-5: Alder body, typically a rosewood neck, P-bass style pickup in the right spot......HAven't actually played this one, but those who have say it's all they will ever need in a 5 string P-styled Bass
Limited: CAn be more customized, I beleive......the big difference being an exotic top of your choice put on.......Insanely beautiful...quite pricey...
The difference in controls that you may have noticed is that while Jimmy Coppolo makes his own preamps (best ever), he does offer other options such as an Aguilar preamp put into his basses if you want/need a mid boost control (careful saying that around here though.......some of the others may hurt you...
Hope all this helps........If any of this info is wrong, the others should be along to crucify me at any moment now.....
That has helped lots, thanks for that. I think I definately want to go for binding if i take the plunge but the "aggressive" ash body is kinda what I am used to.....hmm lots to think about.
Again thank you very much for the breakdown, you should get comission
That has helped lots, thanks for that. I think I definately want to go for binding if i take the plunge but the "aggressive" ash body is kinda what I am used to.....hmm lots to think about.
Again thank you very much for the breakdown, you should get comission
Getting Blocks and/or binding is an option for all of Jimmy's basses........And you are quite welcome.....
Yeah I wonder if it is the bridge or not. If the bridge did make it more punchy, I'd think about picking one up. i can't swing the price of the board though, I'd rather invest that into a second AC with a maple board (RA5 or LM5).
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I found that the Bent Plate was slightly more punchy. with a more woody tone.. Where the Milled AC bridge had a wider freq response.. Its just a matter of taste.
I would guess that if the bridge made a 5% difference and the fingerboard made a 10% difference when you add them up thats 15%.. Just depends on where you want to go.
But i am really liking the Bent Plate on the LG5
I would guess that if the bridge made a 5% difference and the fingerboard made a 10% difference when you add them up thats 15%.. Just depends on where you want to go.
But i am really liking the Bent Plate on the LG5
i guess it has to do with tone goals too. i played those two basses that were the last of the ny shop. i took my own rig in with me and i thought for what i like, the white one with the non d.n. board had the best tone of the two. that one was slamming and was my favorite a.c. of all that i played in the shop that day.
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