Brad's Custom Spyder 4

[mica]

Your bass is ready to get the body inlays:

 
It depends on how many more coats of spray it will need after the inlay. I'll know more once the silver is in.

[tbrannon]

Looking sweet!  I like those Paua fretboard inlays.
 
I'm also pretty curious about that fretless blue Rogue that's hiding behind yours.  Pretty nice neighborhood they've got going there.

[mtnst8]

Mica:
 
These pictures are addictive.  With each new one I crave more and more.  I love what I'm seeing.  I'm really curious about the peghead end and the inlay work up there.  I'd also like to see the silver being inlaid.  Is that all one piece or is it puzzled together?  Hate to keep asking the same question but I'm curious about an ETA.
 
Brad
 
(Message edited by mtnst8 on November 10, 2006)

[jaurigemma]

Okay, I don't mean to steal the thread here, as this is an awesome looking Spyder.  But blue is my favorite color, and I am dying to get a better look at that Blue Europa behind the spider.  Mica, can you post that Blue Europa to another thread?

[mtnst8]

Mica:
 
Any word from the Mothership on this one?  I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for news.  Thanks,
 
Brad

[inthelows]

Love the wood accents. Very sharp spyder!
NLP

[mica]

Inlays in!  

 

  James finished the preset, and we should be getting the chrome back around January 8. Hopefully the rest of the finish will be done by then.

[mtnst8]

Mica,
 
Looking good!  I can't wait to see the inlaid logo and how the chrome looks.  So, if the plating comes back around the 8th does that look good for a delivery that same week?  
 
Also, one quick question to clarify something I've been trying to read up on:  Is pure lemon oil the same thing as pure lemon essential oil?  I know there are several threads on this but I can't find one that addresses this specifically.  Thanks,
 
Brad

[bob]

pure lemon oil is probably also essential, but like any marketing claim, you just need to check.
 
If you've read the other threads, then you understand that you don't want something like lemon flavored mineral oil. You want an oil that is produced solely by squeezing the zest (yellow colored portion) of the rind.
 
Check the ingredient list, or whatever it says about how it's made. As long as it's just lemons, you've got the right stuff.
 
I happen to be using Boyajian, and they leave out the word essential. It basically just means it's the essence, and it sounds cool for marketing purposes, but it's still just pure oil from lemon zest.

[mtnst8]

Thanks Bob.  That was just the info I was looking for on the lemon oil.  I was able to find that brand on eBay so at least I know I am headed in the right direction.  Thanks again.
 
Any news on the plating, Mica?  Thanks,
 
Brad

[mica]

We got the plating back, James is almost done with the setup. I took this picture moments ago:
 

 
He calls it the Spyder Deluxe.  
 
I'd like to speak with you before we install the straplocks. That's the last thing to do. We should have the recessed ones in any day. We had tons of gold ones, but that won't work for yours. I'll be around all day tomorrow, so call me when you get a moment to chat.

[David Houck]

It's a Reverse Spyder!!  
 
Which kinda begs the question, has anyone ever ordered a reverse Spyder or Exploiter.  Plenty of room for knobs and switches.

[southpaw]

Another reason why my Alembics sound so good; they are set up by a lefty! Keep up the great work James, we appreciate your effort.
  In 2004 I had the good fortune of seeing a Spyder being routed for the sterling web inlay. The sterling bars are as deep into the body as they are wide, the detail and craftsmanship was amazing. Congrats Brad on a stunning bass.

[mtnst8]

Thanks Paul.
Dave, is this kind of what you had in mind on a reverse Spyder?

I don't have the tools to make it look right but that is what I thought of when you asked the question.
I'm holding my breath again.  Could ship this week!  
Brad

[olieoliver]

How about this reverse?