Mike's Custom Signature Bass

[mica]

We'll have to work around the existing holes, because the bass was routed on February 27th. We might have to add a separate battery compartment since the master volume would naturally want to fall where the battery goes. But there's still time to do it if you want to.

[5stringho]

Hey, Mica,
 
I'll have to think about the Anniversary and Master Volume add. The Master Volume is a little more than I was anticipating. But, I DEFINATELY want the 3-pos. Q's, regardless of the electronics package I wind up with. I'll let you know this week what I decide....
Thanxxx again, Mike....
 
(Message edited by 5stringho on March 07, 2007)

[mica]

I'll get the 3-position switches noted on the order. Let me know about the other upgrades.  
 
The master volume pot is the most expensive pot that we buy. It's also the one that gets installed the least. In your case, we'd have to add a battery compartment, so it's got everything batting against it as far as price is concerned. This is the same MV that gets installed on a Series II.

[5stringho]

Hi again, Mica!
 
While we're discussing a few things, I just want to let you know I've decided I would like to have the Ultra-Fine Satin Finish on the back of the neck. I just like that feel the  best. But, I still want the rest of the Bass in the Hi-Gloss.
Thanxxx again, Mike.....

[mica]

Confirmed the work order is written this way, gloss finish with satin neck feel. We like the satin finish neck so much these days, you have to ask for it to be glossy!

[5stringho]

Hi again, Mica!
 
Excellent on the satin finish. You guys are like mind readers! I have both finishes on different basses, but I really like the satin feel best. Matter of fact, after this one is done, I'll be sending the Excel back for an EMW conversion, and I'll probably have the back of the neck re-done to satin....
Have a great day, Mike.....

[5stringho]

Hi again, Mica!
 
 I know I've not been real concerned with Gingerbread on my Bass, but what would be involved with Purpleheart Pinstripes between my Maple body Lams and CocoBolo top and back? Would that be included in the Deluxe, or is there an upcharge? Also, If it wouldn't make any difference, I'd like to have Birdseye Maple for the Body Lams. I think it would look good with the contouring, where you could see the eyes. Any feedback?
Also, please make sure my Work Order specifies the Hollow Core. I know it's standard on the Deluxe, but I just want to be positive. I'm not gettin' any younger (UGH!).
Thanks a lot, Mike.......

[mica]

Adding a small accent veneer like you've requested is not an extra charge on the Sig Deluxe. In fact, it's a good thing you have similar tastes to my mom, because she was thinking the same thing and wrote your work order up the very same way!
 
I can't use Bird's-eye Maple for accent lams - there no guarantee that there would be eyes falling right on the little 1/8 edge for you to even see. Actually, your body was constructed on February 22, so it's already got the regular Maple accent lam - check the build record later for a photo update.  
 
Hollow is standard, and indeed your work order instructs for a hollow core construction.

[5stringho]

Hi, Mica!
 
Thanxxx for the update. The birdseye was really no big deal, anyway. Just a thought. But that's pretty cool about the pinstripe And, my back thanks you for the hollow core!
Thanxxx again, Mike.....

[5stringho]

Hi, Mica!!!
 
Been hashing over a few things, and wonder if you would be so kind to ask your Mother about prices on some things I'm considering?
I'll most likely be doing 3-position (0+4+8dB) Q switches, and maybe a Fatboy P/U in the bridge position. Retail cost on these options would be appreciated.
Also, the frets I would like to have installed are .041/.085 size. This is straight off the Lakland website. I believe they are referred to as Vintage Skinny, and I really liked them on my Lakland (R.I.P!)
 Thanxxxxxxx            MIke