Bearfist Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I don't usually do these but i feel like i really should for this.. This arrived this morning, ordered only 5 weeks ago so was expecting to wait another 5 weeks for it so a nice surprise particularly as i have a few hours in the rehearsal studio tonight before 2 shows this weekend so this will be getting thorough work out. Its a fairly standard spec Thumb, Bubinga Body, Wenge Neck with a Tiger Stripe Ebony board, the new wood tuning pegs and truss rod cover to match the neck, its got a brass bridge with the latest MEC 3 band pre (the one with the USB charger witch i very much like!) In fact the only thing that makes if different is i had it set up BEAD, so it has a custom cut Just A Nut lll to accommodate the necessary string gauges. The first thing that has struck me is the craftsmanship is frankly astonishing, i don't think ive ever held anything this well made in my hands, its flawless (and heavy which i like, never liked a bass thats too light) I feel ive lucked out a little with the woods, this particular piece of Bubinga is to my eyes stunning and the Wenge is just how i like it, plus the Tiger Stripe Ebony is just the right amount of subtle, couldn't be happier really. The set up is really good, a little high for my taste and i don't like the strings, i'l be getting my preferred choice on shortly and having a little tweak of the set up to get it just right for me. Only had it on my rig at home but so far it sounds every bit as good as i hoped and expected. Couldn't be happier, had to move a lot of basses on to justify this order but i definitely made the right choice. [url="https://imageshack.com/i/poy8xmf9j"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pmhDqnp5j"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pnt0GSMhj"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pna7LusJj"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/poYAhaQFj"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pnAKj1fmj"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pmcDJ7mSj"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pomS8o8yj"][/url] [url="https://imageshack.com/i/pnFbUXFXj"][/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest subaudio Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Very nice indeed mate happy nbd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 What a looker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acidbass Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Wow! A real beauty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Congratulations!! There is something fantastic about neck through basses and, for me, Warwicks in particular. BEAD string setting is gonna make for one heck of a gorgeous Warwick growl - enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearfist Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 Cheers guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mastodon2 Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Congratulations, lovely bass - nothing sounds like a Thumb! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Have to confess to being a Warwick fan, but this did have me say "oh, wow!" That bass is seriously nice. How well does it hang on the strap? What does it weigh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 That is gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearfist Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 (edited) [quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1501074046' post='3342268'] Have to confess to being a Warwick fan, but this did have me say "oh, wow!" That bass is seriously nice. How well does it hang on the strap? What does it weigh? [/quote] Thanks! I'ts 4.6kg on my digital bathroom scales. Its sits quite nice on the strap actually, you know you are wearing something thats for sure! The rear pin is in a slightly different position to my 93 with recessed and i like how that feels, theres a little pull towards the head, hardly anything but with a less grippy strap i can imagine it might feel a touch more noticeable. Its a very satisfying bass to wear i have to say. Minor issue, one of the 2 strap locks is not working, its stuck in the release position which i luckily noticed before i stood up, i have to be honest ive been a Dunlop guy since forever and having a problem with these straight off the bat is making me think i will be putting some Dunlops on this in time for Fridays show. EDIT - Saying that i have managed to unstick it and its moving freely but still jamming in the release position once every half a dozen tries, not sure i want to take the chance with it, we will see i guess. Edited July 26, 2017 by Bearfist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djaxup Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 please report after the first gig with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerfish Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 That really is a beautiful bass. A five string version might be my dream bass. Whats the USB cable in the user kit for? Battery charging? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowieBass Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 That's a bit nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machinehead Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Stunningly beautiful! Frank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearfist Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 [quote name='djaxup' timestamp='1501083700' post='3342365'] please report after the first gig with it [/quote] Will do [quote name='gingerfish' timestamp='1501083735' post='3342366'] That really is a beautiful bass. A five string version might be my dream bass. Whats the USB cable in the user kit for? Battery charging? [/quote] Yeah the 5's are stunning! Thats right,the little hole on the cover on the back is to charge the preamp,there's a tiny little LED next to the hole to show its charging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Phwoor... that's a bit of a looker! Congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearfist Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 Thanks again guys. New strings on and tweaked the set up a little, about a quarter turn tighter on the truss rod, taken about .6mm out of the action and dropped the pickups to match, il let that settle in over night but i think we are going to be very happy together. Right i'm off, Studio with the guys, looking forward to this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 That looks great! 32 years older than my "kinda custom shop" version! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I like that very much Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Gorgeous example of an iconic design. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Amazing. Be a chap and give me a bell if you don't get on with this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_P Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Awesome. That looks fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass_Guardian Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Outstanding! GAS'ing a wee bit now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danuman Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 I must admit the Thumb isn't really my cup of tea, but that neck is absolutely stunning. I've been fantasizing about something like that for months... Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmayhem Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Really, really nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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