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Custom Bass Wait Support Group Needed [Part 3]

#421
Regarding a Wiki posting of build times;
Like listing a part of Builders’ report cards, correct?
That would have to be handled very carefully.
Without full context, charting time estimates against actual deliverable times could unduly harm a builder’s reputation.

Some of these operations are one-man/ part-time.
They may get caught unprepared by sudden bumps in demand.
Or a couple of personal set-backs might really push out build times.
The latter happened with one of my builders (so much so, I was offered my deposit back).

That’s not to excuse the folks who obtain deposits in bad faith with fraudulent estimates.
Best bet; Contact former customers and learn what to realistically expect from the prospective builder.
If you don’t, you are knowingly taking a risk.
 
#424
RLK said:
Regarding a Wiki posting of build times;
Like listing a part of Builders’ report cards, correct?
That would have to be handled very carefully.
Without full context, charting time estimates against actual deliverable times could unduly harm a builder’s reputation.

Some of these operations are one-man/ part-time.
They may get caught unprepared by sudden bumps in demand.
Or a couple of personal set-backs might really push out build times.
The latter happened with one of my builders (so much so, I was offered my deposit back).

That’s not to excuse the folks who obtain deposits in bad faith with fraudulent estimates.
Best bet; Contact former customers and learn what to realistically expect from the prospective builder.
If you don’t, you are knowingly taking a risk.
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That's true...I could see it getting out of hand very quickly.
 
#425
RLK said:
Regarding a Wiki posting of build times;
Like listing a part of Builders’ report cards, correct?
That would have to be handled very carefully.
Without full context, charting time estimates against actual deliverable times could unduly harm a builder’s reputation.
Click to expand...

True. I guess the only fair thing would be to only use estimated build times if posted on a builder's site.

I didn't comment, but I saw your bass specs/mockup and thought it would turn out fantastic as well. My only concern would be the weight of an all wenge neck. But I love stained mahogany.

Is the 33" scale necessary due to the octave strings?
 
#426
rwelcome said:
Yup that's my coffee mug's footprint! When Chris asked me to do it I thought it was brilliant. Nice bass for sure.
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Heh, cool!!! I'm psyched to get this one since this is my first real custom shop fretted bass, which will be my first 33" scale bass (might improve the Kahler handling), and first bass with a Pope pre, subsequently my first 4 band EQ bass, too.

I really thought about putting the coffee ring on top, but like Spinal Tap once said, "There's a fine line between clever and stupid." :p

The Rob Allen is also just about done. The burled/figured redwood top was taking in the finish very unevenly, thus needed several coats to make it smooth.
 
#428
Spade2You:
That mug print is classic!
Good thing your builder isn't here in the Detroit area.

It would end up like this:

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#430
TheBigO said:
I didn't comment, but I saw your bass specs/mockup and thought it would turn out fantastic as well. My only concern would be the weight of an all wenge neck. But I love stained mahogany.
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Thanks!
The wenge is manage-able.
I have a 7 that is mostly wenge (neck and body) that weighs 9.4 lbs.

TheBigO said:
Is the 33" scale necessary due to the octave strings?
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No, just my preference.
Wilser says I'm going that short "at my risk".

The reasons I want 33":
1. Less string tension. Easier on the hands and the bass’s neck.
2. Hoping for a bit warmer, mid-rangy tone.
3. Better balance, standing or sitting.
4. Will be able to use an existing case :rolleyes:
 
#431
RLK said:
Thanks!
Wilser says I'm going that short "at my risk".

The reasons I want 33":
1. Less string tension. Easier on the hands and the bass’s neck.
2. Hoping for a bit warmer, mid-rangy tone.
3. Better balance, standing or sitting.
4. Will be able to use an existing case :rolleyes:
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No risk going for a 33" 6er dude!
I have a custom 33" Shuker Bolt-On Single-Cut tuned B to C and it's just fine, in fact, a lot better than a lot of other longer scale basses I've played.
Assuming the luthier involved knows what he's doing, which Wilser almost certainly does, your bass will turn out great!

I've not noticed a massive difference balance-wise, however the slightly lower tension really sweetens up the tone on the higher strings :)

Looking forward to seeing this bass develop mate...

Cheers,
Eude
 
#435
It's made by a Dutch brand (I'm their endorser) called Cobelens & de Bruyne. Their website is Link Removed, although it's not really up to date.

Specs:
-Maple body
-Bookmatched merbau top
-Maple neck
-Rosewood fretboard
-Seymour Duncan Basslines soapbars
-Aguilar OBP-3
-Wilkinson tuners
-ABM Bridge
-I don't know the exact fret size, but their hella tiny.

It's DAMN heavy and it sounds as such. It has some similarities in sound with the Musicman HH basses. I absolutely adore it. They made the knobs especially for me :)

We're going to design a new bass for me soon.
 

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