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The Official MTD USA Thread
- Thread starter johnpaulbass
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- Jun 24, 2006
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Heck, I'm still hoping he gets a better U.S. distributor.(My understanding is he's going with the same folks who handle his import line...but by no means do I have the full inside skinny.) These strings - at least the six-string set with the .135 'B' - are either feast or famine in my neck of the woods. I tend to stock up when they're in, but there have been a couple of times in the past year where I've had to resort to using other brands.
Yup, I'm pretty much hooked on his strings on his basses - amazing combination
He did.
So tell us, oh great sage and seer, or is it still a trade secret?
Cheers,
Cameron
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I'll wait for the official word to come down from on high, but this happened during Summer NAMM, and I was hanging around with Michael at lot down in Nashville. I will say that it is a move that makes a lot of sense for all involved (though I'm sure Michael would have preferred for things to go better for the Canadian distributor).
Tom.
I'm very glad to see that the thread is opening to the 4th part
when I've started it I would never immagine to see that it will go this far..
keep on posting your beautiful basses and all the great info's that you've been doing so far!
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That looks like an avadore body, is that correct?
Of the five I currently own and the two that I sold or traded, my avadore bodied 535 is the one with the perfect tone. Do you find this is the case for you as well?
I've had great success with R Cocco strings (Stainless) on my pre-Gib Classic, so am trying some out on the MTD soon. Couldn't get any nickels yet, but my source is getting some in soon.
Cheers,
EG
Cheers,
EG
Although a little unconventional, I've been using D'Addario Halfrounds on my 535 (ash body/wenge neck) and have been able to cop a more vintage tone/feel but yet can STILL get that signature snap of the Wenge neck when I slap. Great pairing so far.
- Nov 2, 2005
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It is official, it was announced in some of the trade mags -you can spill the beans.
BTW, still have a very unique MTD for sale:
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I find my 24 fret 535 with redwood on avodire [or avadore] and wenge/wenge neck/fingerboard has a perfect tone! The avadore on my bass looks very much like mahogany but weighs much less.
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I find my 24 fret 535 with redwood on avodire [or avadore] and wenge/wenge neck/fingerboard has a perfect tone! The avadore on my bass looks very much like mahogany but weighs much less.
I want an avadore 635-24 sooo bad!!
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Two weeks until deliveryAsh/Ash/BEM
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that make me dread this thread.
Gorgeous, man.
And you know, I know Michael is against 'shiny stuff' on his basses, but my Marilyn has developed a shiny spot where my finger touches the top when I slap, and this has led me to think two things:
1) His finish could be buffed out
2) Maybe he could put a slightly thicker coat on the top only, and buff it out, that way you'd have 'shiny stuff' where it shows when you're playing, and it wouldn't affect the sound too much.
Just a thought. And what is BEM?
Cheers,
Cameron
Mike was sure to note that this bass was still wet in the photo.
BEM= Birdseye Maple fingerboard
Two weeks until delivery
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That bass looks like it should be laying out in the forest somewhere with greenery growing out of it, or plucked out of a garden. Very natural and earthy. Beautiful finish.
Totally and completely amazing... when you get that bass I'd like to see some macro pics of that top...Two weeks until delivery
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635, right?
It's not so much he's against shiny finishes as much as he is against thick finishes, and the best way to get a nice deep gloss finish is to make it kinda' thick.
That said, his finish is poly, and yes, it can be made shiny, but it is thin, so I'd advise against any aggressive buffing attempt. However, he's mentioned that you can use "butcher's wax" on his finishes, which will end up making the whole bass glossier over time. Jonathan Starr has done this before and it really does work. It won't give you a deep gloss, but it will bring out the colors a little more (tho it will also take away the "wood feel" of the top as it will be smoother.)
Personally, I think they do look kinda' nice that way, but I also dig the standard look, and despite the glossy spots, which are guaranteed to be there after a certain amount of playing, I still prefer to leave the overall finishes alone.
Totally and completely amazing... when you get that bass I'd like to see some macro pics of that top...
Yes. It's a 635. I find MTD's to be the ultimate inspiration for me. I am very passionate about these instruments and each one is special. Unfortunately, I have sold some in the past and DEEPLY regret it. However, I am now on the neck-thru waitlist and will be creating the ultimate MTD beast soon.
All I know is that it will be a 635. Aside from that I will allow Mike to create a masterpiece. I don't even want to know the specs beforehand. I want a bass that reflects his experience, masterful skill, and mental state at this moment in time. I'm willing to pay more if he finds a "magical" wood somewhere. However, I want him to be free to create.
