If I was going to get an elite, it would be this shape for sure, just awesome.
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If I was going to get an elite, it would be this shape for sure, just awesome.
All,
I just wanted to take a moment to say something about the Fodera folks, Jason in particular. He and I had a long conversation today, the subject of which isn't relevant to my post, but suffice to say, one of the reasons I'd decided to get another Fodera was, in part, due to the quality of the people at the company. I'm fairly certain that the majority of the people who post in this thread are well aware of that aspect of Fodera ownership, but for those who don't yet know, you should be aware that you simply could not find nicer, better people than the Fodera family. I know others have used the term 'family' with regard to being a Fodera owner, but I must say that it truly is far more than a mere business owner/customer relationship that comes from being part of this Fodera experience. I suppose that some might think they have an equal in a bass that they may have gotten somewhere else; that's personal taste. But I don't think that anyone could say that the Fodera folks aren't the best to work with, and I mean that from the heart. Many thanks to Jason for the wonderful discussion we had today. You won't find a better person anywhere!
I just wanted to take a moment to say something about the Fodera folks, Jason in particular. He and I had a long conversation today, the subject of which isn't relevant to my post, but suffice to say, one of the reasons I'd decided to get another Fodera was, in part, due to the quality of the people at the company. I'm fairly certain that the majority of the people who post in this thread are well aware of that aspect of Fodera ownership, but for those who don't yet know, you should be aware that you simply could not find nicer, better people than the Fodera family. I know others have used the term 'family' with regard to being a Fodera owner, but I must say that it truly is far more than a mere business owner/customer relationship that comes from being part of this Fodera experience. I suppose that some might think they have an equal in a bass that they may have gotten somewhere else; that's personal taste. But I don't think that anyone could say that the Fodera folks aren't the best to work with, and I mean that from the heart. Many thanks to Jason for the wonderful discussion we had today. You won't find a better person anywhere!
Good sarcasm is hard to come by these days.
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I like the lighter center on some many of the E5S basses. Mine is reversed. But it's an early one, lucky #13
very nice, I dig the reversed contrast look!
Hi Andy,
THe pick up covers are not in a radius as is the ramp. But the ramp, though in a radius, is almost flat and so it's super comfortable without obstructing the fingers when moving along between the pickups
Hi Andy,
THe pick up covers are not in a radius as is the ramp. But the ramp, though in a radius, is almost flat and so it's super comfortable without obstructing the fingers when moving along between the pickups
I agree with the ramp, sounds like mine. I've had a few made, some radiused some not, but this one feels great that I purchased with the E5S.
You live in Dubai or just gigging there? I've always been intrigued with Dubai but never visited, I'm out here on Guam-
Just Thumpin'
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Remove the strings and put painter's tape (the blue low-stick masking tape) over the pickups. Then use 0000 Steel Wool and pour a decent amount of mineral oil onto it -- it should not be sopping wet!
Rub mineral oil into the FB (works for any NON-painted FB material) in line with the grain. Do not worry about rubbing over the frets as well -- the steel wool cleans them up nicely. Do not rub too hard. Just enough to contact the surface of the wood and the frets. Try not to get the mineral oil all over the rest of the finish on the instrument. It will not hurt the finish if you do, but you will need to clean it up.
Once done with this, wipe the FB dry with a clean, soft dry paper towel or cloth. Remove the tape from the PUP's and restring.
Do this once every 4-6 month and you will have a VERY happy FB!
Regards,
J
Rub mineral oil into the FB (works for any NON-painted FB material) in line with the grain. Do not worry about rubbing over the frets as well -- the steel wool cleans them up nicely. Do not rub too hard. Just enough to contact the surface of the wood and the frets. Try not to get the mineral oil all over the rest of the finish on the instrument. It will not hurt the finish if you do, but you will need to clean it up.
Once done with this, wipe the FB dry with a clean, soft dry paper towel or cloth. Remove the tape from the PUP's and restring.
Do this once every 4-6 month and you will have a VERY happy FB!
Regards,
J
Just Thumpin'
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We avoid putting anything with wax anywhere near our FB's. Wax tends to fill the pores of the wood which means when you try to "feed" (i.e., oil) the FB in the future you are not really getting the job done...
J
J
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After trying many, many different products over the years, the shop has settled firmly on mineral oil. I personally have used Fender Fretboard Conditioner (by Meguiar's) for the past seven or eight years and really love it...it's more expensive than mineral oil and doesn't do a better job, but old habits die hard!
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/fender-fret-board-conditioner-by-meguiars
Cheers,
J
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/fender-fret-board-conditioner-by-meguiars
Cheers,
J
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Actually we are modifying our stance on progress shots. Historically (at least since I have been here), the position has been that we do not have the time to take pics of instruments in progress (and we really don't). That said, we are begged to do so virtually every day and sometimes we give in. It's really not a fair policy because there has been no systematic way of determining whose pleas are headed and whose are not.
So, effective March 1, 2013 EVERY customer having a custom instrument built will get one photo of their baby in progress -- likely right after glue up but before final shaping / carving. we will not do this for the Standards. It is not a perfect policy, but it is one that we intend to stick to...
Cheers,
Jason
So, effective March 1, 2013 EVERY customer having a custom instrument built will get one photo of their baby in progress -- likely right after glue up but before final shaping / carving. we will not do this for the Standards. It is not a perfect policy, but it is one that we intend to stick to...
Cheers,
Jason
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Wow, thanks. I only hope that the Team and I can continue to live up to this! Then again, if we ever slip, I am sure our TB friends will let us know! Again, thanks a lot!!
Jason
Jason
Thanks a lot for this,
btw. so you suggest that we should all do that, or if we see a problem on our FB...
Jason just to tell you being here on this topic for past 3-4 years I've learned so much about basses, taking care of it, and realize how great the whole Fodera team is...
again thanks for sharing all the experience that all of you guys gathered through out all these years.
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Ever tried boiled linseed oil? Several luthiers recommended this to me some years back, and this is all I use, now.
Thanks Jason,
I'm such a derp! It only clicked after reading your instructions that, they are indeed the same instructions given to me by Joey whilst doing a final set-up on my bass. For some reason I got it into my head that this was the process for cleaning the "Frets," didn't realize it was for fingerboard too..
After reading your new rule regarding 1 build picture per bass, I feel a teenie tinge of sadness for those won't enjoy the privilage of being able to look back and see how their build morphed to life. Makes me feel doubley proud and privileged that I have a few. One of the perks of being a 2012 build I guess..
BTW, We encourage you to break this rule for your upcoming build, no reason why you shouldn't borrow Phil's camera and go mental...LoL
As always, many thanks....
I'm such a derp! It only clicked after reading your instructions that, they are indeed the same instructions given to me by Joey whilst doing a final set-up on my bass. For some reason I got it into my head that this was the process for cleaning the "Frets," didn't realize it was for fingerboard too..
After reading your new rule regarding 1 build picture per bass, I feel a teenie tinge of sadness for those won't enjoy the privilage of being able to look back and see how their build morphed to life. Makes me feel doubley proud and privileged that I have a few. One of the perks of being a 2012 build I guess..
BTW, We encourage you to break this rule for your upcoming build, no reason why you shouldn't borrow Phil's camera and go mental...LoL
As always, many thanks....
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