Custom Hanewinckel Bass Progress Pics

[82Daion]

I really dig that, Brian.

 

[Jomyo]

That is looking sweet! If you don't already have a Hane, I think you are going to be very pleased with the bass. Pete makes the most wonderful sounding and playing instruments.

Now, you've got me considering getting a third Hane!

Thanks a lot!

 

[bassplayer7770]

I'm not subbed, but man that bass is looking slick! It's really coming together.

Thanks a lot!

I really dig that, Brian.

Thanks. Your Skjold is lookin' great too!

That is looking sweet! If you don't already have a Hane, I think you are going to be very pleased with the bass. Pete makes the most wonderful sounding and playing instruments.

Now, you've got me considering getting a third Hane!

Thanks a lot!

I'm sure I will be pleased. I've talked to Pete in the past, but I was never able to order a bass until this year. His prices are very fair too.

Be sure to post progress pics of your third Hane!

 

[west*coast*bass]

Gorgeous! Pete is a very talented builder...

 

[Pete skjold]

I know there were some people who subscribed to this thread. Any comments regarding the most recent pics?

The bass is looking very nice Man, I love the quater sawn top. Remember I want to check it out once you gets it

What type of finish will it get?

 

[bassplayer7770]

The bass is looking very nice Man, I love the quater sawn top. Remember I want to check it out once you gets it

What type of finish will it get?

Yeah, I think Pete used all quarter sawn pieces iirc. I will definitely let you know when I get it!

It's getting an oil finish. Pete explained how he does it, and I think there will be 5 or 6 coats before it's done. I have his e-mail at work that explains the finishing if you want more details...

 

[bassplayer7770]

And here are a few final pics of my bass from Pete. One of the pics explains the control layout. The bass will go out tonight via FedEx Home Delivery.

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[bassplayer7770]

Here's a better explanation of how the controls work.

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This is the inside two coils; switch up and blend in the bridge position. Nice MM type of tone with a little treble lift. Great for finger and slap.
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And finally the outside two coils. Switch up, blend in neck position. A very “J”-like setting. Great for slap, nice and snappy.
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[Stealth]

Aw, heck yeah.
When can we hear this mean machine?

 

[bassplayer7770]

Aw, heck yeah.
When can we hear this mean machine?

My band might record another demo once we're firm on a new drummer. Otherwise, I don't have any recording gear at home...

 

[Dolflundgren]

VERY COOL bass man! IMO, the knobs just don't fit the overall look of the instrument though. But then again, it's not my instrument!

 

[bassplayer7770]

VERY COOL bass man! IMO, the knobs just don't fit the overall look of the instrument though. But then again, it's not my instrument!

Those are the standard knobs Pete uses on his basses, but I do agree. I might just buy some chrome knobs or eventually order some wooden knobs from Pete, but I'm not in a hurry to do that.

 

[Dolflundgren]

^sounds good. I had a feeling they were a "standard" of some kind.

 

[smperry]

Looks terrific! Enjoy it.

 

[allexcosta]

Ahhhh, Hanewinckel... One of the best builders out there without any doubt. Fretwork, balance and overall feel doesn't get any better.

 

[bassplayer7770]

Ahhhh, Hanewinckel... One of the best builders out there without any doubt. Fretwork, balance and overall feel doesn't get any better.

You're not making the wait any easier...

 

[RHCP250]

That thing is bomb! How much did it run you?

 

[Dolflundgren]

That thing is bomb! How much did it run you?

lots.

 

[bassplayer7770]

lots.

Don't hesitate to contact him for a price quote if you know what you want in a bass. IMO, he's very reasonable for a custom bass builder. BTW, the 2002 price list on his website is still accurate.

 

[bassplayer7770]

My Hanewinckel Vintage Draken 5-string was delivered on Friday. Here are some pics.

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All the woodwork and fretwork are just great. Everything I expected. However, the pickups are microphonic, which Pete Skjold confirmed yesterday. One way or the other, the pickups need to make their way back to Pete Hanewinckel so he can figure out what's wrong. As you can imagine, after waiting 20 weeks for this bass, I was majorly bummed about the pickup issues...