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[quote name='ped' post='269514' date='Aug 25 2008, 02:41 PM']I have been endorsed by Vigier for a while now and I am thinking about speccing a series 4 6 string in white with red anodised body/headstock logo and a built in V system along with the Delano electronics and seperate pre for each pickup but I won't be doing that for a while![/quote] Wow Ped! That sounds like an awesome spec, go on order it, go on, you know you want to... Cheers, Eude

Congratulations dude, you must be right chuffed! She's a beauty! Cheers, Eude

[url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Gig_Skinz_Gig_Bags.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp...z_Gig_Bags.html[/url] The DGMS is meant to be perfect, plus a lot cooler looking than the Markbass ones. I'm using a laptop bag snaffled from work just now, but I'll probably be getting one of these after pay day! Cheers, Eude

I'm looking forward to hearing how you get on with this. I really miss my big muff, although it did have its limitations, so I might have to get me one of these... Eude

[quote name='dood' post='262437' date='Aug 14 2008, 02:13 PM']That dood! Such an innovator!![/quote] And modest with it... Cheers, Eude

[quote name='thedontcarebear' post='262397' date='Aug 14 2008, 01:28 PM']I contacted Alan about it, so may well get it finished, will see what happens![/quote] That's what I'd be inclined to do too mate. It's got all the woods and ideas you where going for anyway, plus it'll be in your grubby mitts much much quicker than starting again. Cheers, Eude

[quote name='skelf' post='262317' date='Aug 14 2008, 12:08 PM']Just to chip in on this thread. I have no idea what UPS did to the parcel to do what they managed to go to the bass but it must have very large and very heavy as the damage was due to the case being compressed. The damage. Two stacks were bent and one of the circuit boards was broken. Neck pickup had been pushed in so hard that it stripped the retaining screw. Strap button on the back of the upper horn had been pushed in and cracked the lacquer. Binding had been damaged on the E string side of the neck. Mr Bear was not happy with the finish which was a fair point as the lacquer had developed a slight cloudiness in a couple of areas. I was going to re-finish the bass in order to put this right. I have since removed the finger board due to the damage to the binding having tried to fix the binding first but it did not look to good so I decided just to remove the whole lot. The bass has been partially stripped and I have been watching the neck to see if there has been any movement in it but it seems to be perfectly all right. I have put a new finger board on and as time permits I will get the bass back up and running. All in all it was a very disappointing episode due to the damage and the finish problem. I hate having disappointed customers. The bass was insured but the carrier does not allow insurance to the full value of the bass so I lost a bit on the bass and it took ages to get the money from them needing constant calls and e-mails to finally get them to settle. Alan[/quote] That's awful! I take it you're using another courier service now? I really don't understand how they would manage to do that much damage through a Hiscox case, it's just crazy! Eude

That's a real shame about your ACG dude! The standard of courier/postal services is appalling. I sent a bass out in a Gator Hard Case once, the same one Jon shipped my single cut to me in, in about an inch of bubble wrap and brown paper too, when it got to the other end, via UPS, the case was apparently shattered! Thankfully the bass was OK... Surely you'd have to drop a Hiscox case from a great height or drive over it in a van to damage it! Can't really comment about build times from other luthiers though, Shukers seem to be taking about 6-8 months on average just now. I think Alan at ACG comes in on time, not heard any complaints about Overwater or GB bass build times. As far as other luthiers to check out though, have a look at [url="http://www.cbbasses.com"]CB Basses[/url] I've been GAS'in' for one of those for ages, think he's got a 12 month waiting list though Cheers, Eude

[quote name='Bigwan' post='262167' date='Aug 14 2008, 08:47 AM']Things have been a bit quiet lately on this, but Jon sent me some pics last night. Took my breath away when I opened them! [attachment=12105:DSCN4951.jpg][attachment=12106:DSCN4954.jpg] Jon's having a week off next week and should be completing this one the week after that, which'll make it 42 weeks total build (quoted 12 - 20 weeks when I ordered). I'm in no hurry or I would have been a bit more annoyed about the delay, but these pics make up for quite a few of those weeks![/quote] Holy crap! That looks good enough to eat! You must be stoked... Are you getting an adjustable ramp like on Dood's Doodle too? Cheers, Eude

[quote name='Brave Sir Robin' post='261531' date='Aug 13 2008, 01:30 PM']That may be, but I have the nicest back! Cant wait to try it on, I'll make sure to post clips too. With that potentially huge range of sound, it will take a while though.[/quote] I am so insanely jealous mate! Eude

Holy crap dude, that's gorgeous! You must be well chuffed. Alan does it again! Eude

[quote name='Mike' post='260724' date='Aug 12 2008, 11:51 AM']I'm into month 8 for my jazz build, probably going to be at least another month![/quote] Reckon it'll be a couple of months yet then Eude

[quote name='coasterbass' post='260715' date='Aug 12 2008, 11:44 AM']Eude - your band, 10 Storey's High... how long has that been going? I think I might have one of your CD's.[/quote] Hey man, it's been going a few years, I've been with them since January 2007, which is when we started pushing properly. What CD is it? Officially there's been a proper single called Good Things and the album just recently, called The Thrill of the Fall. There's probably a fair few home made and white labels flying around too though... Eude

[quote name='Bigwan' post='260692' date='Aug 12 2008, 11:17 AM']Have to say that a pair of DB112s in black and silver with a chrome ashdown ABM head would look altogether sexual![/quote] He he Alarmingly, I think I know what you mean... Eude

[quote name='BassManKev' post='260687' date='Aug 12 2008, 11:13 AM']hows it goin?[/quote] Hey Kev, not heard much for a while unfortunately I did know going in that this one wouldn't be as quick as the last one given the amount of orders Jon had on, even thought it's a pretty simple build. I did also promise that I wouldn't make nearly as much of a pain of myself this time round and leave him be... I've seen that some folks who ordered at the end of last year have been getting their basses near completion now, so I reckon it'll be another month at least. Bassmonster's is probably going to be ready in the next few weeks and he ordered his about 3 months before I put the deposit down on mine. Would seem unfair if I didn't have to wait a wee while longer. I think I got a false sense of progress seeing the body sprayed up so soon, I think Jon worked it up quick so he could spray it with a large batch of earlier orders, still not seen any pics of the neck you see. Still, the wait is exciting, and surprisingly not as painful as last time either. Maybe that's cause I've already got a Shuker to keep me occupied Cheers, Eude

[quote name='Bigwan' post='260635' date='Aug 12 2008, 09:52 AM']GS came first. Been around for a fair few years and has won 1x12 shootouts galore. Some say it's a little mid-shy, but I don't hear that in mine. I'll be buying a second one one of these days. They are quite big (deep) for a 1x12. The DB is slightly larger and constructed from different wood, apparently adding more mids to the sound. Same actual driver as the GS. A different cab finish (vinyl rather than carpet). Better looking cab - very retro. Similar weight. If I hadn't already got a GS I'd go for a DB, but since I got a GS second hand then I'll stick with them.[/quote] Spot on. The DB's where brought out in reaction to criticisms of the GS's apparent mid-scoop. I've not really noticed it either to be honest,however my bass is pretty mid-focussed anyway, plus I wee nudge of low mid on the eq of the amp would sort it out. The DB's do look a lot cooler though, they are actually slightly heavier, but still a one hand lift, oh and they're slightly pricier but still offer great bang for buck. For the record, I'd have gone with the DB cab too at the time if I'd thought about it, mainly because they look cooler, but I'm more than happy with the GS anyway. Cheers, Eude

That's looking amazing dude! You've got me GASing hard for a headless bass now! I've always fancied one, and even more so now that I can't fit my current bass in my boot, so I can't go for a pre or post rehearsal pint without taking it with me! New headless bass or a new car?... Reckon I'd have more fun with the bass. [quote name='Crazykiwi' post='259053' date='Aug 9 2008, 10:05 PM']... there's a new shuker body shape currently in production. It reminds me a little of an Alembic Rogue.[/quote] I don't suppose the new shape looks anything like this? [attachment=11840:Shuker_B...On_Tweak.jpg] Cheers, Eude

Some luverly Shukerage there guys! Here's my Shuker Single Cut Bolt-On 6 >> [attachment=11699:00.jpg] [attachment=11700:05.jpg] The Bolt-On Neck Joint [attachment=11701:06.jpg] Headstock [attachment=11702:08.jpg] The top showing the slab finish [attachment=11703:DSCF0718.JPG] Bass in use recently at our recent album launch Specs>> 33" Scale White Ash Body with an Amboyna Drop Top and matching Headstock 5 piece Maple/Wenge Neck with graphite rods Santos Rosewood Fingerboard Dual EMG DC pickups with Shuker designed 3 band EQ with internal mid freq control and gain

[quote name='Bassmonster' post='255645' date='Aug 5 2008, 06:16 PM']well i am hoping its not to far off, all the body and neck work has been done from what i can tell, so it should be onto the assembly next[/quote] Cool man, can't wait to see the finished article! [quote name='Mike' post='256410' date='Aug 6 2008, 04:00 PM']WOW - stunning finish! PS Mine is up to 8months![/quote] 8 months, has it been 8 months already or have you been told it'll take 8 months? Did you start a build diary or are you keeping it all under wraps? As I remember, it's a 33" 5 string right? I did promise Jon that I'd not bother him too much, so I'm just leaving him be, plus if it runs for another 3 months or so, I don't have to worry about enjoying myself too much on holiday next month... Cheers, Eude

That's a peach Kev! Nice work. Eude

[quote name='Bassmonster' post='255587' date='Aug 5 2008, 05:05 PM']aye am fair chuffed with this colour, any new on yours yet?[/quote] Nothing for a while dude, but given that timescales have been running up to 8 months and over I'm not holding my breath. Doesn't bother me too much just now, I knew I'd have to be ready for a wait on this one, I also promised Jon I wouldn't be nearly as much of a pain as I was last time round, and thus far I've managed to just let him get on with it I think Jon pushed to get the body sorted quickly so he could spray it with the earlier batch of orders, still not even seen a pic of the neck glued up... How long till you reckon you'll get your mits on yours then? Cheers, Eude