FlatEric Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 I haven't posted anything in this section for ages but I think this is worthy of a mention. I know Nick (Doctorofthebass) has one and Nigel did a well documented build of a Chris Squire "Tribute" version. I mentioned at the time that I had one but as the saying goes, no pics- it doesn't exist! Up to yesterday, the only shots I had were some iffy ones that I sent to Jon, Bassassin but the weren't very good at all, so went west!! So, here it is - a not very often seen instrument on this side of the pond. **Now sits and waits whilst two dozen more turn up!!** I will be doing a big feature on it, in my Collection Blog, in the next post - explaining about the Modules, the sounds, the switching, and how it plays. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Very nice, is that a muting system I see by the bridge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yepmop Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Wow - looks stunning, I've only ever heard the 6 string versions of Electra guitars, what does it sound like? Had a look around the net but can't find any, what's it like to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 (edited) That's in incredible condition! A mate of mine has a 77 Electra 335, it's a superb guitar. I see yours has the tort fretboard binding too, I'm amazed these aren't even more popular on talkbass as a result Edited May 7, 2012 by Doctor J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Wow that's in great nick! Looking forward to the feature on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoker Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 That is totally mad! I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Gorgeous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlatEric Posted May 8, 2012 Author Share Posted May 8, 2012 [quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1336377282' post='1644527'] Very nice, is that a muting system I see by the bridge? [/quote] Hi. As you can see, it is a Ric bridge, so has the same adjustable damping in it. [quote name='cocco' timestamp='1336411733' post='1645274'] Wow that's in great nick! Looking forward to the feature on it. [/quote] It's the best I could find! A bit unusual?? Feature coming up soon. Pic of the Modules in mine - will explain all the others on the Blog. Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 [quote name='FlatEric' timestamp='1336459430' post='1645770'] Hi. As you can see, it is a Ric bridge, so has the same adjustable damping in it. [/quote] Ah. yes, of course it is. I hadn't quite put two and two together there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shockwave Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Amazing! Would have this in a heartbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Seriously funky bass.... lovely example too Do you have the OHSC for it? 'Cos I've got one, only it's got a Travis Bean in it, not an Electra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LemonCello Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 [quote name='FlatEric' timestamp='1336377031' post='1644525'] I haven't posted anything in this section for ages but I think this is worthy of a mention. I know Nick (Doctorofthebass) has one and Nigel did a well documented build of a Chris Squire "Tribute" version. I mentioned at the time that I had one but as the saying goes, no pics- it doesn't exist! Up to yesterday, the only shots I had were some iffy ones that I sent to Jon, Bassassin but the weren't very good at all, so went west!! So, here it is - a not very often seen instrument on this side of the pond. **Now sits and waits whilst two dozen more turn up!!** I will be doing a big feature on it, in my Collection Blog, in the next post - explaining about the Modules, the sounds, the switching, and how it plays. Cheers. [/quote] I've played Nick's Outlaw and what a machine. I don't think he's finished it yet. Yours looks like an absolute minter, I drooled over the one that Andy Baxter had until someone saved me £650 quid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlatEric Posted August 21, 2012 Author Share Posted August 21, 2012 [quote name='LemonCello' timestamp='1345393900' post='1777022'] I've played Nick's Outlaw and what a machine. I don't think he's finished it yet. Yours looks like an absolute minter, I drooled over the one that Andy Baxter had until someone saved me £650 quid! [/quote] This won't help you gas much - they are really nice to play. Not "Run of the Mill" and definately something a bit different! I lusted after one for a L O N G time and took me ages to find the right one. One day you will crack! Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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