captainhaddock Posted December 18, 2013 Author Share Posted December 18, 2013 More pictures of the fret work in progress for ya!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 Hi all, Thought I would like to wish you all A Merry Christmas and a Happy new year! Thanks for your positive feedback on the new bass build it really means a lot me, More pictures as soon as I have them!!! All the best Captain H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 7, 2014 Author Share Posted January 7, 2014 Hi all just received this picture of the fret polishing in progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Happy New Year Captain! Another step forward, NBD is getting closer. RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 8, 2014 Author Share Posted January 8, 2014 Thank you RK and a Happy New Year to you also, Oh yes its coming on really looking forward to seeing the bass in the flesh for the first time! Yeah I can't wait for NBD!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) Frets levelled polished and the board has had a lemon oil Edited January 18, 2014 by captainhaddock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott S Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Hi Captain I've only just noticed this thread...wow, what a process...what a bass! I made contact with Robbie Mc just before Xmas to discuss some ideas around a custom built 6-string singlecut... [color=#000000] Singlecut 6 Marseer Swallowtail Ebony BoardHoney Buckeye top with sandwich veneer of purpleheart / walnut backMaple/wenge 5 piece neck 34 scale, Slotted headstock with face burl cap. Medium frets Luminlay side markers Brass nutCustom Passive Rim Pickups or Christoph Dolf , Delano etc. Vol,Vol,tone setupHipshot Bridge in Black with Gold saddlesSperzel tunersJD Straplocks[/color][color=#000000] High gloss finish[/color] [color=#000000]Protection Racket Soft Hardcase...[/color] [color=#000000]what a thoroughly top bloke he is! Rob told me that he's not in a position to take on any new commisions until his current batch of builds is completed, which is fair enough and understandable. I guess until then I'm just going to have to feed off your excitement...not long to wait, she'll soon be in mitts, fella! [/color] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 [quote name='Scott S' timestamp='1389616220' post='2336077'] Hi Captain I've only just noticed this thread...wow, what a process...what a bass! I made contact with Robbie Mc just before Xmas to discuss some ideas around a custom built 6-string singlecut... [color=#000000] Singlecut 6 Marseer Swallowtail Ebony BoardHoney Buckeye top with sandwich veneer of purpleheart / walnut backMaple/wenge 5 piece neck 34 scale, Slotted headstock with face burl cap. Medium frets Luminlay side markers Brass nutCustom Passive Rim Pickups or Christoph Dolf , Delano etc. Vol,Vol,tone setupHipshot Bridge in Black with Gold saddlesSperzel tunersJD Straplocks[/color][color=#000000] High gloss finish[/color] [color=#000000]Protection Racket Soft Hardcase...[/color] [color=#000000]what a thoroughly top bloke he is! Rob told me that he's not in a position to take on any new commisions until his current batch of builds is completed, which is fair enough and understandable. I guess until then I'm just going to have to feed off your excitement...not long to wait, she'll soon be in mitts, fella! [/color] [/quote] Hi Scott Glad you like the build! Really like the spec for the single cut, Quite fancy one myself sometime! I must agree with you on the fact that Robbie is definitely a top bloke and a real pleasure to deal with. As for the single cut all I can say is go for it you won't be disappointed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott S Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 [quote name='captainhaddock' timestamp='1389651609' post='2336676'] Hi Scott Glad you like the build! Really like the spec for the single cut, Quite fancy one myself sometime! I must agree with you on the fact that Robbie is definitely a top bloke and a real pleasure to deal with. As for the single cut all I can say is go for it you won't be disappointed [/quote] Yeah, mate, I am VERY tempted to go for it! The only drawback...? The bitter/sweet wait for it to be completed! Hmmmm, maybe taking up Buddhism should have been my New Year resolution instead of packing in the nicotine replacement chewing gum, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 14, 2014 Author Share Posted January 14, 2014 (edited) I see your point,I found buying a Mexican 70's classic series jazz bass took my mind off the wait!!!! More pictures for you all! Edited January 18, 2014 by captainhaddock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 16, 2014 Author Share Posted January 16, 2014 Just got this picture of the walnut control cavity cover so I thought I would share it with you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 21, 2014 Author Share Posted January 21, 2014 Hi all,work has started on fitting the magnets to retain the control cavity cover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I like the magnet method of fixing the cover. Very tidy. Should be more widely used. Great work, as ever. RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 24, 2014 Author Share Posted January 24, 2014 [quote name='rk7' timestamp='1390492586' post='2346005'] I like the magnet method of fixing the cover. Very tidy. Should be more widely used. Great work, as ever. RK [/quote] Yeah I kinda like the way you get a almost invisible cover!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 28, 2014 Author Share Posted January 28, 2014 Wot even more magnets!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 It'll be stuck to your belt buckle! And always face North! outstanding RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 (I'll get my coat) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 29, 2014 Author Share Posted January 29, 2014 [quote name='rk7' timestamp='1390985163' post='2351874'] It'll be stuck to your belt buckle! And always face North! outstanding RK [/quote] Valid point there RK! Could always play it naked I suppose! Anyway I spoke with Robbie tonight and he told me that he should be starting the rebuild next week to make sure that everything is as it should be before he strips it down ready to have the finish applied. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Very cool. This is gonna be a monster bass! RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 Cheer's mate I hope so!!!! NBD is getting ever closer I can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share Posted February 5, 2014 Hi again, Here's some random pictures for ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Need my fix! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaddock Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 Sorry bud not much to report at the moment! Robbie has been busy with getting the custom 5 string jazz finished for another customer. Should have some more information for ya next week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Hey Captain, I'm sweating for the Vanderkley Aurora amp to be released for sale. I'm having one! Its taking ages, but will be worth the wait apparently. (Bought his 2 x 12 cabinet recently). Build diaries are slow too. I'm in the corner, rocking, ha ha. Looking forward to the next instalment of your epic bass build. RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk7 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Everyone will be busy at the moment getting stuff ready for the London Bass Show. RK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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