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by AnArmyOfJuan
Fri Apr 01, 2011 7:49 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

After reading the Mustang Bass VI thread, I've decided to switch direction a bit. Seems that this:

http://www.rondomusic.net/photos/bass/ursa4jrmn3ts1.jpg

Is almost exactly the same price as a Bronco, plus I like the way it looks much better.

My new plan is to pick up one of the SX Ursa short ...
by AnArmyOfJuan
Fri Apr 01, 2011 1:15 am
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Mustang VI - digging for the bottom end
Replies: 169
Views: 114656

After seeing the short scale Jaguar type bass on Rondo, I'm contemplating using that for a base bass instead. Any idea what stock jazz bass pickups would sound like on a Bass VI, at least to start?
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 10:20 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

Sweet, thanks! That certainly helps narrow down my bridge choices. Research shows that the original Bass VI had a 2 1/8" string spread, and I note a few bridges on StewMac that meet that spec, and even a couple that are 2 1/4"! I've got some decisions to make, but I don't even have the base bass yet ...
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 9:25 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Mustang VI - digging for the bottom end
Replies: 169
Views: 114656

I was browsing the internet and ran across these pics of a modified MM Bass to a Six String MM Bass, thought you might enjoy it.
http://bestnetworx.com/uploader/files/164/deal-1.jpg
http://bestnetworx.com/uploader/files/164/deal-2.jpg
http://bestnetworx.com/uploader/files/164/deal-4.jpg

Can ...
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 9:20 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

As far as the LaBellas and a Strat trem go, IIRC you'd need to modify the bridge somewhat to accommodate the strings, boring holes to a larger diameter. It would take work, but I think it could be done. Tension wise, I'm not sure how the stings and springs will cooperate, either. You're going to ...
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 9:12 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

Ankhanu wrote:Take a look at MatthewK's project,
Here: http://shortscale.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=29867
and
Here: http://www.shortscale.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=31305

Similar ideas
That's actually part of the inspiration for my project!
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 7:12 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

Any potential pitfalls you can think of?
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 5:56 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

What is this cutting down the headstock business I keep hearing about!?
Does it mean it'll look like this:

http://www.steinbergerworld.com/images/XL1.gif
YIKES!! DO WANT STEINBERGER, DO NOT WANT SPOILT BASS VI-thingy


YEEEARG!!!

No! Not like that! What I've seen done is to basically cut a ...
by AnArmyOfJuan
Wed Mar 30, 2011 5:21 pm
Forum: Guitar Projects and Tech/Set-up
Topic: Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.
Replies: 15
Views: 7767

Yet another Cheapo Bass VI project.

I've been wanting a Fender Bass VI for nearly 20 years now, but just couldn't afford one. Then, I saw the Schecter Hellcat VI, and thought hey, I can almost afford that.. Then, this week, I saw the Agile Argus, and thought hey! that's even more affordable! Yesterday, I saw someone who had a '51 with ...

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