Author Topic: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass  (Read 2440 times)

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #75 on: April 09, 2009, 04:43:06 PM »
We're just waiting for the strings to come in while the paint finishes curing. Here's a snapshot after the preset (inlays and frets installed):
 

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #76 on: April 09, 2009, 08:37:51 PM »
Thanks Mica, Did you order flat wounds or round wounds? I use flat wounds.

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #77 on: April 09, 2009, 09:18:38 PM »
That looks great!  I love the way the top looks in that shot!

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #78 on: April 13, 2009, 04:58:18 PM »
Anybody out there have any idea how long it takes the finish on cocobolo to cure?

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #79 on: April 13, 2009, 07:42:11 PM »
Dude.  Patience.  Get some.
 
First of all to quote Mica from Feb 9th on this very build thread the first time you asked that question:
 
Coco Bolo is the boss when it comes to finishing. Some pieces are cooperative and some go fighting tooth and nail. So it can take anywhere from slightly less than 1 month is spray to 3 months in extreme cases.
 
I was going to ignore this build completely but your persistent badgering has gotten on *my* nerves.  I can only imagine what it must be like to be on the actual receiving end of this.  The fine people at The Mothership won't say anything to you because they're way too nice.  I'm not.  I call it like I see it and if it comes across as not nice so be it.
 
Most Alembics that aren?t super custom take about 5-6 months from start to finish.  Some are a bit less and some a bit more usually depending on the finish process and how many instruments are waiting for setup.  My bass waited for ~3 weeks for its place in line at setup.
 
So chill the hell out.  Have a drink.  Go play another bass.  Do something.  Just stop the constant bumping of this thread.  It isn?t going to make anything happen any faster.  Mica is really good about updating when something significant happens.  Given the most recent update Mica provided my best guess is that you?ll see your bass sometime around the middle to end of May ? which is less than 5 months and screamin? fast for any custom Alembic.

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #80 on: April 13, 2009, 09:37:53 PM »
I happen to like Mica and the Mothership very much. I'm sorry if I'm coming off as badgering or bumping this thread. It's truly not what I'm trying to do. The printed word can sometimes give off a different emotional interpretation depending on the reader. I'm just really excited about this and mean not to offend anyone. I've spoken with Mica at great lengths and she knows I'm a nice guy, and not this finger pointing guy who's threatening her. Mica's been doing this for a long time, and I'm sure she ignores the people in a nice way who get a little impatient and excited. That's better than lashing out at them. Thanks for reminding me about Mica's Feb 9 posting, that answers my question. I'm also the kind of guy in your words who call it like I see it and your post leeds no room for interpretation. So, i'd like to remind you that this is *my* thread and I'm not bumping it. This is a friendly forum and lets keep it that way. ;)

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #81 on: April 14, 2009, 01:27:49 AM »
I hope you receive your bass soon and it is beyond your expectations. The top is beautiful and will become more so over time. CB takes or can take a long time and defy comprehension. They are perfectionist about finishes. Black ones are a whole nudder magilla! I've waited over a year on a number of occasions so I can understand the process. Enjoy your FTC and play it in good health and inspiration for many years to come.

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Re: Tom's Custom "Shorter" Scale Bass
« Reply #82 on: April 14, 2009, 11:54:16 AM »
Thank you dannobasso.

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Recessed Straplocks
« Reply #83 on: February 11, 2009, 02:43:50 PM »
Just confirming the change to recessed straplocks.

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Recessed Straplocks
« Reply #84 on: March 17, 2009, 07:56:11 PM »
I'm not sure what you mean by this, could someone post a picture? Thanks!

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Recessed Straplocks
« Reply #85 on: March 18, 2009, 02:15:45 PM »
Sure if you go to my build record you will see a link to Ollie's bass. Pictured are strap locks that fold and hide away.