TomRichards Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Hello everyone! I'd like your opinion. I have been approached about a possible signature model that is based n this bass, the old Vaccaro Generator X. This one will have a maple neck, and slightly different pickguard style, Probably going to go with Seymour Duncan Hot or quarterpounder for single coil pickups though. Also, toying with 2 TEK bridge and Sperzel Locking Tuners. Do you think, in a limited run, there might be interest in Europe? I am maybe the most known player of the original Generator X basses, owning the only seafoam green one ever made. Let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Hi Tom . I am not familiar with the original model of this bass , but given the current trend towards more retro and quirky style instruments I would say that their would probably be intrest in this kind of bass from players in the modern/ alternative rock genre , or what here in the U.K is often referred to as "indie" bands . I like the look of the original with the bifurkated aluminium neck , and I would have to see the new design to give a proper opinion on the updated version . From your description , it sounds like this bass would be a mixture of the modern and traditional and I suppose it's success could depend on striking a balance between those things that appeals to other bass players . It must be exciting having the prospect of a signature model and having some input in the design of the bass . Best of luck with it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRichards Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 Thanks. It would basically be the bass in the picture, but with a maple neck with "tuning fork" style headstock. Sort of like this Generator but without the soapbars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRichards Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 Signature color choices would be black with white pearloid pickguard, and antique white with black pearloid pickguard. to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Is there enough strength in that little maple? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I can see that having a market , depending on price point, of course . To me it's definitely a rock and pop music players bass , rather than funk/ sould /r&b , but thats purely on looks . I expect it would sound fine for those genres , but this is going to be one for the rockers , in my book . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRichards Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 [quote name='Mr. Foxen' timestamp='1353008504' post='1870517'] Is there enough strength in that little maple? [/quote] Yes. has a laminate as part of the headstock that increases strength to boot. I already have a bass with the neck and headstock, different style body, one of a kind. I also have the Vaccaro Gen X. Never in my life did I think I'd get a signature model, but.... whoopeee! In the thinking process, hopefully I can help the company make it a reality. Very limited run though, at least to start. tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Does that mean the new one won't have the aluminium re-enforced neck and headstock, but will be all wood instead? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 for my tastes, its a bit "out there". Maybe I'm just too conventional.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaypup Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 [quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1353005081' post='1870447'] Hi Tom . I am not familiar with the original model of this bass , but given the current trend towards more retro and quirky style instruments I would say that their would probably be intrest in this kind of bass from players in the modern/ alternative rock genre , or what here in the U.K is often referred to as "indie" bands . I like the look of the original with the bifurkated aluminium neck , and I would have to see the new design to give a proper opinion on the updated version . From your description , it sounds like this bass would be a mixture of the modern and traditional and I suppose it's success could depend on striking a balance between those things that appeals to other bass players . It must be exciting having the prospect of a signature model and having some input in the design of the bass . Best of luck with it ! [/quote] I learnt a new word today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfalex v1.1 Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 [quote name='chaypup' timestamp='1353598936' post='1876446'] I learnt a new word today. [/quote] What? Bifurcated? I just keep looking at it (the headstock) and thinking "SNAP!" Not that I'd wish that on anyone, but one good prang, and I fear it would no longer be..... Bifurcated. Just broken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamfist Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 I like it. All depends on tone, build quality, marketing and price point in the end of course. As others have said I think, visually, it will appeal to the indie music type scene the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 the designer in me would redraw that body shape slightly. It's ugly at the mo, not far off but get someone with a visual eye to look at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 also looks/spec quite similar to the old Hamer USA Cruise basses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 [quote name='Lfalex v1.1' timestamp='1353599399' post='1876447'] What? Bifurcated? I just keep looking at it (the headstock) and thinking "SNAP!" Not that I'd wish that on anyone, but one good prang, and I fear it would no longer be..... Bifurcated. Just broken. [/quote] The original headstock was made of aluminium so it wouldn't have been a problem. OTH I still don't see what the problem is. Guitar building has come a long way from the 50s when Fender made everything strong simply by being lumpy. Withe the right woods, jointing and the use of carbon fibre re-enforcement if necessary there's no reason why this design can't be made out of wood. However IMO doing that negates the USP of the original. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 [quote name='LukeFRC' timestamp='1353606727' post='1876566'] the designer in me would redraw that body shape slightly. It's ugly at the mo, not far off but get someone with a visual eye to look at it. [/quote] Subjective. I like it. Plus we need more instruments that don't keep regurgitating the designs of the 50s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1353624755' post='1876835'] Subjective. I like it. Plus we need more instruments that don't keep regurgitating the designs of the 50s. [/quote] agreed, but I don't think it balances with itself the back half it too curvy or the front half is too pointy, I would go more pointy - I would move the apex of the bottom rear curve back a bit and make the angle sharper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted November 23, 2012 Share Posted November 23, 2012 I like it other than the headstock, just my opinion though but feel it may grow on me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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