Keith's Starfire Project Bass

[sonicus]

OH YES ! _____ I like like it -----I like it alot .

[edwin]

Is that a big capacitor hanging off that wire in the electronics shot, up above the plate?
 
Looks great!

[tbrannon]

Pretty sure it's a flux capacitor, Edwin.  This bass is definitely going Back to the Future!

[adriaan]

Take me to the bridge - 76AC070 - I knew it looked familiar. Nice touch!

[moonliner]

Yep, that's in inspiration for the tailpiece choice. Thanks to Mica for making that happen.  It's the perfect shape for this bass.

[mica]

Ha! The large cap one way to deal with the 5-pin output on this bass. I just noticed it when I took the picture, so it's something I have to be aware of when trying to fit a 5-pin in a Stanley bass. In this bass, there's loads of room, so no problem.

[edwin]

How does the cap get used in the 5-pin output? I'm not familiar with how that would be used in the circuit, especially an electrolytic. Is it some sort of on board power supply reserve or anti-ripple device?
 
TIA
Edwin

[moonliner]

I must admit, I have no idea what that thing is......   I'd be interested in learning though! I really should have some basic understanding of what's under the hood :-)

[moonliner]

Strings on, pickup ring off (for adjustment)
 

[edwin]

Very nice! The transformation is awesome!  
 
Are the pickups spring mounted? I'm thinking I really should have done mine like this. Adjusting the height is a real PITA.

[sonicus]

That piece of Maple is really beautiful .

[sonicus]

That piece of Maple is really beautiful .

[mica]

Really happy with the finished result!
 

[mtjam]

That came out great!

[edwin]

It looks awesome! I can't wait to hear it!
 
Congrats, Keith! You are going to have years and years of musical joy!