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  1. chilensko

    Double Bass Hamberger adjustable sound post.

    I'm always tempted to try one of this sound post, seems that you can make very little variation of the length while is installed.. But like always is money...€399. Any thoughts?
  2. bobyoung53

    Good luthier for factory fretless Rickenbacker bass in Ma/Ct/RI/NY area.

    Anyone here know a really good luthier for a fretless Rickenbacker? I refinished the neck with superglue and it actually came out fairly well, looks great but there are areas where it sounds kind of ratty and I feel it's time to have a pro look at it (which is really what I should have done in...
  3. nerkoids

    Alternative finishings...

    All right. Recently went to my local Canadian Tire and came across these two products. Both seem to be water-borne 3x type thick polyurethane durable enough for floors... so they should be pretty good for guitar bodies and necks? Water-borne poly, really thick, self-levelling, doesn't yellow...
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    • alternative coating diy bass finishing luthier no-spraying polyurethane top coat varnish
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Luthier's Corner
  4. M

    Help repairing some nasty gouges...

    Hey guys!!! I need some recommendations on how to repair these nasty gouges. I recently scored a 60's classic vibe jazz Bass for $100 and would love to give her some tlc. As you can see, the gouges are pretty deep. I was thinking that drop filling would work, but that may not be sufficient...
  5. jhb138

    Looking for a luthier in SE Mass

    Can anyone recommend a luthier in the southeastern Massachusetts area that does custom routing? (I'm between Boston and Providence, closer to Prov.)
  6. Curly maple, curly walnut

    Curly maple, curly walnut

    Tops and backs
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  7. Gigglingbuns

    A guy is trying to sell me a SR375 with a bowed neck, but

    I was looking for a 5er, he had a SR375 and claimed it was 6 months old, only after asking deeper did he reveal it was a display model at MusicGoRound, assuming he's telling the truth, I can imagine they must've neglected to set it up. The guy was ready to take my 4 string Squier VM Jazz for the...
  8. Pbassmanca

    Amazing new luthier Frederiek De Vette!!!

    Hey all, came across this article on No Treble about a young, up and coming female luthier and seeing this beautiful bass that she has crafted made me want to share it with ya'll! Check out the link! Bass of the Week: Frederiek de Vette P-Style Bass
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    • bass guitar beautiful bass female luthier frederiek de vette luthier luthiery pbass precision young builder
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  9. LukeTheDrifter

    Wanted 3/4 fingerboard blank

    Hey everyone! I've got a project bass with a ridiculous amount of scoop dressed into the fingerboard, and it needs to be replaced (not enough wood left to reasonably correct it). Any chance that one of you has a 3/4 fingerboard blank laying around that you'd consider getting rid of? By...
  10. LukeTheDrifter

    Wanted 3/4 fingerboard blank

    Hey everyone! I've got a project bass with a ridiculous amount of scoop dressed into the fingerboard, and it needs to be replaced (not enough wood left to reasonably correct it). Any chance that one of you has a 3/4 fingerboard blank laying around that you'd consider getting rid of? By...
  11. J

    Love that Bass

    I have read many posts concerning stepping down to a lesser bass (lower priced). Why, I purchased a bass in pieces in 1964 and played it since. I have made many, but the bottom line is, I love that original bass. Yes I know I am in my 70's, yes it is difficult to move any bass, but the fact...
  12. T

    Double Bass Problem with a Luthier (Roland/Emanuel Wilfer content)

    Hello everyone, Last year I talked by email and bought a double bass to a recognized Luthier in Germany, it was supposed that in December of last year he was going to send it to me, but this person has only made excuses every time I needed to know about my double bass and when he was going to...
  13. nickm2375

    Tuning Machines for Baritone Acoustic

    Hi guys, Just picked up a Goldtone GMB+ Baritone acoustic to play when my band busks or does unplugged shows. It allows me to get a little bit lower than the two guitar players and projects way better than an acoustic bass guitar. Sounds great, but I'd like to replace the tuning machines when...
  14. funkmaster p

    Luthier screwed up my P bass

    Two weeks ago I dropped off my bass for modification by a well respected luthier in my area. He has always done a great job for me in the past. He is also a very nice human being, and although I have never seen him outside of doing work for me, I consider him to be a friend. He replaced the...
  15. TrevorR

    Just why are basses like Wals and Foderas etc so blooming expensive?

    So, I see a load of these threads asking why the cost of Wal basses, Foderas, Alembics, Ritters and the like are so much more expensive than mere mortals can afford? More to the point, why are they so much more expensive than Fenders and the like? “They’re just assembling basses like anyone...
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    • expensive fodera humor luthier wal
    • Replies: 105
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  16. P

    Converting an acoustic bass , have you done this?.

    First of all I feel as though I must say -- - PLEASE dont tell me not to do this, PLEASE dont tell me to sell it and buy something else' PLEASE dont tell me its a bad idea, PLEASE dont tell me Im killing the value.....Im most likely going to do it regardless. I want to install an EB3 neck...
  17. L

    linc luthier or Keisal bromberg b4 bass

    HI I would like some opinions .. I have the option to buy a Linc luthier - or a tricked out Keisal Bromberg 4. both would cost about 2000. I have decided to go to just one bass-- many years of spending lots of money to build a collection has brought me to the realization. one bass is...
  18. Steve Swan

    Double Bass New shop space for SF East Bay Luthier

    San Fransicsco East Bay Area luthier Nathaniel Rich is busy setting up his new space near his old working area in Berkeley, CA. I can strongly endorse both his fine setup and repair work as well has his even tempered professional manner with customers. I have been enjoying the high quality of...
  19. pipelinepete

    NBD - Made by Local Luthier

    I met a local luthier last summer and we talked about him building a bass for me. I provided some guidance as to my preferences and said he could be creative with the rest. He kept me updated during the build and this is the result! It's 34-inch, passive, with Gotoh tuners, a SD Quarter Pounder...
  20. Rapisme

    Searching for a luthier to supply me with custom bass neck.

    Hey, I'm totally lost but a dear friend gave me his Roscoe Beck to work on and immediately I found that it needed fret work and a replane. I explained that im not equipped to handle such. But with the tools I had at my disposal I gave him at least 8 more months worth of playing his bass. He...
  21. hbarcat

    Searching for a luthier to supply me with custom bass necks

    I hope this is the proper place for this. If not, I'll have it moved. I'm looking for a source of custom bolt on necks I can install on 4 and 5 string electric basses that I'm building. They will be sold via my part time business at a rate of about 3 per month. A bit of background: In the...
  22. Rare Linc Luthier Handmade 6
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    For sale Rare Linc Luthier Handmade 6

    Up forsale is a handmade work of art. The chambered body opens up the tone a great bit and being handmade, you can tell no short cuts were taken on this instrument. Here are the specs Purple Heart body chambered, Zebra wood and purple heart neck with Mcassar Ebony finger board...
    $2,000.00
    • Strings: 6
  23. ivlucas

    No longer available Rare Linc Luthier Handmade 6

    Up forsale is a handmade work of art. The chambered body opens up the tone a great bit and being handmade, you can tell no short cuts were taken on this instrument. Here are the specs Purple Heart body chambered, Zebra wood and purple heart neck with Mcassar Ebony finger board...
  24. Cutter8

    Estimated cost of adding dot side markers fretless fingerboard?

    I am considering buying a fretless Muckelroy that has a lined fingerboard but no "fret markers" on side of the fingerboard. Can anyone give me an idea of what I should expect to pay to have a luthier add dot markers to the side of the fingerboard? Thanks in advance for any feedback you can...
  25. Jeff Elkins

    Michigan Festival Luthier Search

    In 1982 +/- , I was at Wheatland Music Festival in Remus, MI. My family went for years—my sister still goes, annually. I have a memory of handling an electric bass in one of the main vendor tents that had a scroll headstock and fretboard lights. This lutherie ended up being inspirational in...
  26. LenMinNJ

    Luthier to Convert a Long Scale Bass Into Medium Scale?

    Can someone recommend a luthier who would be able (and willing) to convert a Warwick Thumb NT4 from a 34-inch long scale to a 32-inch medium scale? I've checked with Warwick and their dealers: a new, custom-made, medium scale, 32-inch Thumb NT4 costs way, way too much!
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    • convert long scale luthier medium medium scale scale
    • Replies: 122
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  27. R

    Double Bass Should I be concerned about a luthier who asks me how much arco I do (board dressing issue)?

    I have an appointment for a minor dressing tomorrow, with a luthier recommended by my local music shop. I could tell him that I don't want the curvature of the board changed, but I kinda feel like I ought not have to do that. I know this guy hangs with 'grassers, and I've heard (no idea if true)...
  28. Luthier supply/bass build

    For sale Luthier supply/bass build

    Hey folks. I’ve got most of the parts to build an entire bass here. All great quality stuff but I no longer have access to a shop so I’d like to see if I can turn it over. All woods have been seasoned at least 5 years, some 8 to 10 years. Shipping prices will be split actual, depending on what...
    $10.00 to $325.00
  29. cyclopsbookworm

    For Sale/Trade Luthier supply/bass build

    Hey folks. I’ve got most of the parts to build an entire bass here. All great quality stuff but I no longer have access to a shop so I’d like to see if I can turn it over. All woods have been seasoned at least 5 years, some 8 to 10 years. Shipping prices will be split actual, depending on what...
  30. Jisch

    So you want to be a Luthier?

    It took me three days to wade through the NAMM bass picture thread. The shear number of bass builders out there is staggering! I can't believe I've sold any basses at all considering what's out there commercially. I suppose if you subtract the Fender clones it's a bit more reasonable. Perhaps...
  31. Kyle83

    Double Bass Kyle's Super Duper Bass Build of 2018

    Hello Talk Bass community!:):):) I'll be building a double bass and posting my process here. My plan in for a Busetto corner bass, maybe a 5 string, with an eagle head scroll. I'll try to do this with mostly local and reclaimed woods (New Jersey). I've built a non-traditional, coffin-esque...
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    • 2018 bass build build building double double bass luthier super traditional
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Luthier's Corner [DB]
  32. ldryder

    Pickguards from Neagle Luthier?

    Does anyone know what happened to Neagle Luthier? I wanted to order a new pickguard for my Squier Vintage Modified Precision Bass V and found that his products are no longer available at Reverb or eBay. I sent him a message through Reverb and through eBay but neither one was answered. Are...
  33. DanL

    Double Bass Austrian luthier Franz Feilnreiter

    My double bass was made by Austrian luthier Franz Feilnreiter ca. 1864 Does anyone know anything about this luthier? Thank you in advance!
  34. BigDanT

    Anyone recommend a good luthier near Indianapolis?

    Guys Like the title says I’m in Indianapolis and looking for a solid, reliable luthier who can handle anything from electronics stuff to minor repairs. We have some decent guys at the local chain stores but not sure if I would do much with them beyond setups. Thanks in advance for any...
  35. Meyers luthier Proto PM4
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    For trade Meyers luthier Proto PM4

    Now mostly looking for amp or 6 string sold electric guitars. Preference for prs se or the like. Maybe a Jackson.
    • Strings: 4
  36. cyclopsbookworm

    TRADED Meyers luthier Proto PM4

    Just picked this bass up in a trade. Nice bass but I’m really looking for a Cirrus Bass is by luthier John Meyers. It is prototype PM-4 serial number 01. The neck says Meyers, but in reality it’s a us Birdseye Warmoth on a Meyers body Good shape. Has a chip at the neck pocket. Frets are maybe...
  37. Henry Luera

    How much should a bass setup cost?

    So the other day I called up my local guitar store. I asked what the cost of a setup is. They informed me that it was $50 USD for just a basic setup. I was blown away! I never thought that it would be so expensive! How much do you think a setup should cost?
  38. lowendmafia

    Excellent Luthier Experience plus NBD (Skjold Design Guitars) Extreme Koa Content

    Let me Preface this by saying that I was not influenced in any way to write this review, I received no discount on my bass, wasn't pushed to the front of the line nor was I promised anything in the future. I am no longer a professional musician that is an "endorsee." I am simply so overwhelmed...
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    • design excellent experience extreme guitars koa luthier nbd plus
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  39. Amish

    Looking for a Luthier around Inland Empire So Cal

    If this is the wrong section to post this then please let me know. I spent awhile looking through the forum for a section that covers this sort of question and ended up here. I'm trying to find a good tech to setup two of my bass guitars. Looking through yelp provides just the local music...
  40. Oci-One Kanubi

    Need luthier near Carolina Piedmont to convert fretted P-Bass to fretless.

    Anywhere in the Carolinas, N. Georgia, E. Tennessee, or SW Virginia, but the closer to Winston-Salem, NC, the better. I have a Fender USA P-Bass neck from which I would like to have the frets removed (also the dot markers, if feasible), the slots filled, and the fingerboard epoxied, up to the...
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