Thunderbird Club

[Miles_ONeal]

If they would, it would most likely have a set neck.

Why do you say that?

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

progress.....,

 

[Stealth57]

progress.....,

At least it turns over.

 

[Basvarken]

If they would, it would most likely have a set neck.

I don't think so.
Two years ago they built a one-off for David Kiswiney (ex Ted Nugent). It is neck-through. But not nine-ply.
Looks very pretty.

 

[JJR58]

I don't think so.
Two years ago they built a one-off for David Kiswiney (ex Ted Nugent). It is neck-through. But not nine-ply.
Looks very pretty.

Do my eyes decieve me, or is the pick up positioned slightly closer to the bridge then an original?

 

[Basvarken]

Looks to be so, yes.
What also struck me is that the bridge sits rather high on the E side. While it is set at a more normal height on the G-side.
Also the spacer under the pickup ring looks rather high.

 

[GBassNorth]

Well now, after I get a few items sorted about my property; ( there is much uncertainty about the water supply being cut off in my community)

I'll be getting my CNC up and running.
The intended offerings will now include TBird inspired instruments.
Short and medium scale.
Will also offer premium woods.
Will make Neck through blanks W/ tiltback headstocks available in paddle head

I know @Dadagoboi already makes some FANTASTIC birds: but Sweet Treets (me) can dip my toes in that water

I might just be your first customer for a neck through blank reverse with an exotic wood body sculpted similar to a Dingwall DBird and Wenge neck sculpted similar to a BaCH.

 

[/\/\3phist0]

I might just be your first customer for a neck through blank reverse with an exotic wood body sculpted similar to a Dingwall DBird and Wenge neck sculpted similar to a BaCH.

I'll keep that in mind! sounds like a fun build my bits may disagree when it comes to the Wenge ;-)
I *think* I have enough lacewood and Zebrano in my stash. I'd have to hunt up Wenge.
Tons of other choices/ options:
But that's a bit off in the future.

 

[dagrev]

Do my eyes decieve me, or is the pick up positioned slightly closer to the bridge then an original?

Sure enough looks that way. Very interesting.

 

[dagrev]

The ABM: Notable Revisions & Models​

• ABM EVO I (1997) – The original; praised for tone and power
• ABM EVO II – Refinements in tone shaping and build
• ABM EVO III – Enhanced reliability, refined VU meter, improved DI
• ABM EVO IV (c. 2018) – Modernized input/output section, better cooling, upgraded preamp
• ABM EVO V (2020s) – Continued tonal evolution with tighter low-end response and improved DI for studio and live use

From Chatgpt, so accuracy is questionable.

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[JJR58]

The ABM: Notable Revisions & Models​

• ABM EVO I (1997) – The original; praised for tone and power
• ABM EVO II – Refinements in tone shaping and build
• ABM EVO III – Enhanced reliability, refined VU meter, improved DI
• ABM EVO IV (c. 2018) – Modernized input/output section, better cooling, upgraded preamp
• ABM EVO V (2020s) – Continued tonal evolution with tighter low-end response and improved DI for studio and live use

From Chatgpt, so accuracy is questionable.

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This is one model i'd be super interested in.

 

[Stealth57]

Do my eyes decieve me, or is the pick up positioned slightly closer to the bridge then an original?

Looks about the same as mine if the PG screws are in the same place.

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

This is one model i'd be super interested in.

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early version originally called Klystron....BADAZZ.....single channel pre, unlike the on in the pic with dual full independent channels....can't beat the tone of these things....this one is configured using one preamp driving 2 of the EVO (550 W) cards.....

 

[Engle]

Well now, after I get a few items sorted about my property; ( there is much uncertainty about the water supply being cut off in my community)

I'll be getting my CNC up and running.
The intended offerings will now include TBird inspired instruments.
Short and medium scale.
Will also offer premium woods.
Will make Neck through blanks W/ tiltback headstocks available in paddle head

I know @Dadagoboi already makes some FANTASTIC birds: but Sweet Treets (me) can dip my toes in that water

Neck though blanks? Sweet!!!

 

[TBird1958]

Looks to be so, yes.
What also struck me is that the bridge sits rather high on the E side. While it is set at a more normal height on the G-side.
Also the spacer under the pickup ring looks rather high.

If look at the pic that shows the butt end (and strap pin placement!) that shows the neck you'll clearly see that the neck is pitched back, thus the raised pickup, which probably doesn't even need a rout it's up so far.
The older re-issues done prior to about '07 or so don't have that pitch at all.

Nice, low action and a properly set up 3 point = bliss, no Hipshot or other bridge is needed.

Fur butt not included!

 

[TwyreZ]

as long as the bridge doesn't move, it's fine... I've already had to straighten one, at first you think: cool, it follows the curve of the fingerboard, then later: sh*t ! what is this arc ?!

By the way, does anyone know if the spacer between the body and ring can be found somewhere?

 

[TwyreZ]

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Finish is : " Sexy Sunburst "

I adore

 

[dagrev]

This is one model i'd be super interested in.

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Definitely cool. I'm still drawn to the ABM-300. Maybe one day I will trade my 500 in for a 300. That would be plenty for me. As I've mentioned, my output is barely on and I have to be careful to one touch and it's way too loud. I could kick myself for not getting an ABM sooner. I should have started looking years ago after taking a MAG in on trade for a Ampeg 3Pro.

 

[Basvarken]

as long as the bridge doesn't move, it's fine... I've already had to straighten one, at first you think: cool, it follows the curve of the fingerboard, then later: sh*t ! what is this arc ?!

By the way, does anyone know if the spacer between the body and ring can be found somewhere?

I laser cut a few for my latest builds. I guess I could make a few more if there's enough demand.

 

[dagrev]

early version originally called Klystron....BADAZZ.....single channel pre, unlike the on in the pic with dual full independent channels....can't beat the tone of these things....this one is configured using one preamp driving 2 of the EVO (550 W) cards.....

I recently saw where Lammchop93 who lives just across the river bought one from the CLs here.