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Warmoth Chambered Mahogany P-Bass Body w/Swamp Ash Top?

Discussion in 'Luthier's Corner' started by Chewy_B_i_T_s, Aug 6, 2021.

  1. Aug 6, 2021 #1
    Chewy_B_i_T_s

    Chewy_B_i_T_s Supporting Member

    Feb 13, 2003
    Arlington, TX
    For those of you with experience with chambering and mixing tops, how could I expect a chambered mahogany w/swamp ash top P Bass to sound?

    Are Warmoth tops thick enough that the black in a tobacco burst would hide where they join on the forearm contour?

    Thank you for your replies....
     
  2. Aug 6, 2021 #2
    ctmullins

    ctmullins Dominated Gold Supporting Member

    Apr 18, 2008
    MS Gulf Coast
    I'm highly opinionated and extremely self-assured
    It will sound - good.

    Seriously, the types of woods used do have an effect on the tone, but they are not the dominant factor here. Pickups, strings, playing style (not to mention amp/effects/cab/room) all will make a much larger contribution.

    I believe Warmoth uses steam to bend the drop-top over the forearm contour.

    *quick check of warmoth.com*

    Yep, halfway down this page it's confirmed: Bass Body Lam Tops
     
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  3. Aug 6, 2021 #3
    Chewy_B_i_T_s

    Chewy_B_i_T_s Supporting Member

    Feb 13, 2003
    Arlington, TX
    That's a neat way to do it. Thanks for your response!

     
    Last edited: Aug 6, 2021
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