Thunderbird Club

[jamersonburton]

How do you fix this problem on a three point bridge where the winding by the ball end is on the saddle? The E and A string are still sharp so I have to move them even closer to the ball end and they already sound a lot deader than the D and G string when they are new.

Also, if my A string is a little too high for my liking relative to the other strings, my only options are to either file the saddle or replace the bridge right?

 

[rodv66]

This is like joining the Masonic Lodge of TB, except we are more inclusive than the former and generally have better rhythm. The number is one of our many secret rituals and pertains to ascenion within the ranks of our fraternal order of thump.

Welcome!

As a mason, I can tell you that I can't tell you what is similar or different

 

[JJR58]

I REALLY like my LP Double Cut Bass.

it was this model and color.

 

[Off-Beat]

This is like joining the Masonic Lodge of TB, except we are more inclusive than the former and generally have better rhythm. The number is one of our many secret rituals and pertains to ascenion within the ranks of our fraternal order of thump.

Welcome!

In a recent thread we've been compared to a biker gang.

 

[MCF]

An idea I was kickin around in my head last night at 3am when I couldn't get to sleep - wouldn't it be cool to find a nice clean used Goth Bird, defret it, fill the gaps with dark wood or epoxy, stain the FB black, install a flat black pickguard and black beauty strings and put a drop tuner on it. Ya just don't ever see Fretless Gibsons or Birds out there, it might be way cool! Thoughts?

Go for it. I don't have the skill set to go fretless (at least I don't think I do). But it sure sounds like a cool idea.

 

[HouseUmbrella]

How do you fix this problem on a three point bridge where the winding by the ball end is on the saddle? The E and A string are still sharp so I have to move them even closer to the ball end and they already sound a lot deader than the D and G string when they are new.

Also, if my A string is a little too high for my liking relative to the other strings, my only options are to either file the saddle or replace the bridge right?View attachment 1152371

I want to know as well...aside from getting a Hipshot bridge I do how to adjust the action

 

[kat888]

Gaolee got one. IIRC he modded an Epi Pro into a FL version.

With Lace Alumatones iirc.

[typo corrected]

 

[hillerup]

An idea I was kickin around in my head last night at 3am when I couldn't get to sleep - wouldn't it be cool to find a nice clean used Goth Bird, defret it, fill the gaps with dark wood or epoxy, stain the FB black, install a flat black pickguard and black beauty strings and put a drop tuner on it. Ya just don't ever see Fretless Gibsons or Birds out there, it might be way cool! Thoughts?

I have a 2nd Goth + a spare neck for the exact same purpose, which I plan to do similar mods to - Although I will most likely chrome it out instead - A project I'm saving for after the summer when my daughter has moved out and I no longer have to spend all my spare time renovating her apartment, and have all my handtools at home again.

 

[JJR58]

With Lace Alumarones iirc.

You guys messin with me?

 

[Off-Beat]

I want to know as well...aside from getting a Hipshot bridge I do how to adjust the action

Action or string height?

 

[HouseUmbrella]

Action or string height?

I thought they were one-in-the-same

 

[hillerup]

In a recent thread we've been compared to a biker gang.

We are the Sons of Anarchy here on TB...

 

[Off-Beat]

I thought they were one-in-the-same

Ah messed action up with relief.

Usually the saddles are fitted to the fretboard radius. So the 2 bolts should be enough.

 

[MCF]

How do you fix this problem on a three point bridge where the winding by the ball end is on the saddle? The E and A string are still sharp so I have to move them even closer to the ball end and they already sound a lot deader than the D and G string when they are new.

Also, if my A string is a little too high for my liking relative to the other strings, my only options are to either file the saddle or replace the bridge right?View attachment 1152371

One of the things I kind of like about the three point is how elegantly simple it is. String height is fixed. On the bird I have with a three point, I haven't experienced an intonation issue even though the thicker winding crosses the saddles. Maybe try a lighter set of strings? Or strings without such thick winding at the ball end (Fender 7250s come to mind)? Are you setting witness points? And make sure the saddles are in the correct order as each one is slightly different. It is easy to get them mixed up; I bet more of us have mixed them up at one time or another than we'd like to admit.

As for replacing the bridge, you can't go wrong with the Babicz three point replacement.

 

[hillerup]

Ah messed action up with relief.

Usually the saddles are fitted to the fretboard radius. So the 2 bolts should be enough.

What Off-Beat and MCF says...

The individual saddles are numbered from 1-4 on the underside - If the saddles don't follow the radius curvature, they could have been mixed up...

 

[TBird1958]

Two hours of prep!? On the one hand, I am curious about the routine, but on the other, I'm afraid of the answer. Probably better to let imaginations run wild.

Shaving, bathing followed by more shaving, rubbing alcohol, surgical tape, makeup, lots of makeup - think clown amounts of makeup, followed by wigs, and women's clothing.......
I'm not complaining, it's a part of me and is no doubt why it "works", people can see it's no phoney thing.

 

[hillerup]

Shaving, bathing followed by more shaving, rubbing alcohol, surgical tape, makeup, lots of makeup - think clown amounts of makeup, followed by wigs, and women's clothing.......
I'm not complaining, it's a part of me and is no doubt why it "works", people can see it's no phoney thing.

Surgical tape???!!!

 

[MCF]

One of the things I kind of like about the three point is how elegantly simple it is. String height is fixed. On the bird I have with a three point, I haven't experienced an intonation issue even though the thicker winding crosses the saddles. Maybe try a lighter set of strings? Or strings without such thick winding at the ball end (Fender 7250s come to mind)? Are you setting witness points? And make sure the saddles are in the correct order as each one is slightly different. It is easy to get them mixed up; I bet more of us have mixed them up at one time or another than we'd like to admit.

As for replacing the bridge, you can't go wrong with the Babicz three point replacement.

I meant to say radius is fixed. Height is certainly adjustable...

 

[Dadagoboi]

Is this black and just reflecting or some really deep blue? If the latter what'sthe colour and what's the price range for your basses?

That color is a deep blue green transparent stain. I can do a straight deep blue trans as well as trans cherry.

Price for a trans stain fiver with dot neck is 2295 including USA shipping and case. To the EU and Asia add $100. Blocks, add $200.

 

[Off-Beat]

That color is a deep blue green transparent stain. I can do a straight deep blue trans as well as trans cherry.

Price for a trans stain fiver with dot neck is 2295 including USA shipping and case. To the EU and Asia add $100. Blocks, add $200.

Alright, if nothing unforseen happens and I keep the job I got now I'll contact you this time next year. The necks are totally costum made, right?