Rog's 'Conehead Dragon Buzzard'

Started by Roger Smith (rogertvr), February 12, 2003, 04:43:23 AM

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mica

I think the spot you're referring to is a reflection of me and my camera.  
 
Will give James the instructions on the logo placement and he'll get that finished in  a day or two.  
 
Hope you're feeling better soon.

kenbass4

Roger,
 
I was at the Alembic factory on Friday, and Valentino showed me your bass...needless to say it was breathtaking in person! He heald it up like he wanted me to take it, but I was afraid that would be when fate would strike me and make me drop it :-0

rogertvr

Thanks for the info folks! I'm not feeling any better but I thought I'd drop in here and cheer myself up  :-)
 
Ken - you should have taken the opportunity to hold it - you'll probably never get the chance again.
 
Every time I look at those pictures I see something else in the wood grain that just adds to the character - it's phenomenal!
 
As Roger at THG is building knobs for it, when will they be required by?
 
Cheers!
 
Rog

senmen

Rog,
I think you are not able to sleep well at night
(wet dreams?  :-)   )
I hope that I will see the Dragon one day in reality during our european Alembic meeting.
 
Take care
Oliver

rogertvr

There's a good chance of you seeing it Oliver!

mica

We won't need the knobs for at least a month, we're just getting started on the fingerboard inlay.

rogertvr

That's great Mica, thanks for letting me know!

stoney

Rog,
That bass is lookin' SWEEEEET!
 
Regards,
Stoney

mica

Got your email today about control layout. Here's the mock up Dragon Wing with the standard control layout:    

    I think I understood from your email that you want to change the pan and volume positions:  

    Is my understanding correct?    Also, how do you like the proposed tailpiece shape?

mica

I reread your email, now I think this is what you were askign about:
 

 
I'll check with my dad to see if there is adequate room to put a filter where the pan control usually is.

rogertvr

Phew - you have been busy whilst I've been in the pub, Mica!
 
Roger's Layout II is what I was trying to describe.  However, can you tell me if Roger's Layout and / or Roger's Layout II is possible please Mica?  Then I will choose which layout I would like - I can see the benefits of all three.  At least if I have a choice, then I can have a think - when do I need to make up my mind by?
 
Tailpiece - let me have a think about please.  I'll let you know tomorrow.
 
Cheers,
 
Rog

rogertvr

I can't make up my mind about the suggested tailpiece shape.  Would it be possible Mica for you to take a picture of the DW with a brass bird tailpiece in situ please, so that I have something to compare the suggested one against?
 
Thanks!
 
Rog

palembic

Maybe the old moustache tailpiece???
 
(Message edited by palembic on October 23, 2003)

alembic76407

Roger, will this bass fit in your TVR with the top up, what kind of case will you get for the Buzzard, Hard shell or Anvil.
 
David T
PS; I still want to go for a ride in your car

rogertvr

Nah, no way this will fit in the TVR.  I'm not sure it'll fit in my other car either!!!!!
 
I believe Mica is sorting the case out - I've paid for one already through the dealer I ordered it through - don't know what it is though.
 
Next time you're in the area, I'll gladly take you out as long as it's dry.  The TVR is a massive handful to drive quickly in the wet and snow and ice are a strict no-no!!!!!