la bam Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 Hi all, Does anyone know anyone who sprays bass bodies? I'm north West based, but I don't supposed that really matters if I can post. I'm just looking at changing a cheap bass into a flashy looking one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steantval Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 You have let all of us into your little secret - It will still be a cheap bass, under all that flashy paint 😀 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 20, 2023 Author Share Posted December 20, 2023 1 minute ago, steantval said: You have let all of us into your little secret - It will still be a cheap bass, under all that flashy paint 😀 erm, erm.... I erm meant.... Cheap as in.... C ustom H andmade E xpensive A merican P recision (not a Harley Benton.... honestly guvnor.....) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk_lefty Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 If the cost of respray is too high you could also look at vinyl wrapping, may be cheaper. There's been some threads on it in the past. Just a thought/ option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 20, 2023 Author Share Posted December 20, 2023 6 minutes ago, uk_lefty said: If the cost of respray is too high you could also look at vinyl wrapping, may be cheaper. There's been some threads on it in the past. Just a thought/ option. Great idea, thanks. I'll have a look, that might save a lot of hassle too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 40 minutes ago, uk_lefty said: If the cost of respray is too high you could also look at vinyl wrapping, may be cheaper. I know a guy that does vinyl work and based in Sale, just outside Manchester. If you wanted a flashy printed design he is brilliant at that sort of thing as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 20, 2023 Author Share Posted December 20, 2023 2 hours ago, BassBunny said: I know a guy that does vinyl work and based in Sale, just outside Manchester. If you wanted a flashy printed design he is brilliant at that sort of thing as well. If you can pass me his details that'd be great, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 I'll drop you a pm. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshy Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 7 hours ago, la bam said: Hi all, Does anyone know anyone who sprays bass bodies? I'm north West based, but I don't supposed that really matters if I can post. I'm just looking at changing a cheap bass into a flashy looking one David Wilson, the best ive seen and a top bloke to boot! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunderwonder Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 Any car painter will be able to do a sweet job of giving your precious some stupid flashy paintjob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 2 hours ago, walshy said: David Wilson, the best ive seen and a top bloke to boot! As Walshy has said, Dave W is superb BUT... you pay for what you get and if it is a 'cheap' bass you sadly are unlikely to justify a trip to Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colleya Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 9 hours ago, BassBunny said: I know a guy that does vinyl work and based in Sale, just outside Manchester. If you wanted a flashy printed design he is brilliant at that sort of thing as well. If this is Al you're talking about then seconded. He does excellent backdrops, banners and bass drum heads too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steantval Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 3 hours ago, Downunderwonder said: Any car painter will be able to do a sweet job of giving your precious some stupid flashy paintjob. I would personally seek out an airbrush specialist painter, then you could have a real trick paint job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jakester Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 1 hour ago, colleya said: If this is Al you're talking about then seconded. He does excellent backdrops, banners and bass drum heads too. If this is who I’m thinking of, definitely thirded - had some great service off him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 1 hour ago, colleya said: If this is Al you're talking about then seconded. He does excellent backdrops, banners and bass drum heads too. 10 minutes ago, Jakester said: If this is who I’m thinking of, definitely thirded - had some great service off him. It is indeed. I'll be enjoying a pint or two with him on Christmas Eve at the local craft brewery. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunderwonder Posted December 21, 2023 Share Posted December 21, 2023 57 minutes ago, steantval said: I would personally seek out an airbrush specialist painter, then you could have a real trick paint job. Depends on what you want and how much you want to pay. Any professional car painter can do a solid or a burst, won't charge the moon, and it'll be a top notch finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colleya Posted December 21, 2023 Share Posted December 21, 2023 7 hours ago, BassBunny said: It is indeed. I'll be enjoying a pint or two with him on Christmas Eve at the local craft brewery. At the risk of derailing this thread, I've not been to Stubborn Mule yet, any good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted December 21, 2023 Share Posted December 21, 2023 6 hours ago, colleya said: At the risk of derailing this thread, I've not been to Stubborn Mule yet, any good? Absolutely. Great range of beers and the pop-up food vendors are great. We normally pop in every weekend if I'm not gigging. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted December 21, 2023 Share Posted December 21, 2023 BC member @Lukasz Chyla builds basses. I think that he paints them himself. Definitely north of Watford but not sure how close he is to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stef030 Posted December 21, 2023 Share Posted December 21, 2023 rf custom in rye east sussex quality work and a cool guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveXFR Posted December 21, 2023 Share Posted December 21, 2023 I've done one myself and got a pretty decent finish. You'll need a shed or garage with a heater to get a decent finish and it'll cost around £80 in materials. Good prep is everything if you want a good finish. It was my daughters Peavey International IV I painted. After four years of clumsiness, carelessness and general abuse it still looks great. That was also a cheap bass and it sounds great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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