"Simple changes yield radically different results."
Each model can be ordered in 2 basic configurations. Options offered are specific to the configuration to work best with the design.
Configurations:
Chamfered - A hand carved bevel travels around the instrument, varying in thickness and depth. This is a great option if you want a high grade or exotic wood "droptop". Contrasting accent layers and veneers are also available.
Aero-carved - The body is fully carved to be as ergonomic as possible. The carve of the top falls away smoothly, blending the player and instrument together. This option works best when the instrument is painted or has no drop-top.
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:
NECK - 3-Piece Laminated Construction
FRETBOARD - Morado, Rosewood, Bubinga
BODY - Swamp Ash, Walnut, Mahogany, Poplar
HARDWARE - Gotoh & Graphtech
PICKUPS - Jazz, P/J, Dual Soapbar
CONTROLS - Passive: Vol, Vol, Tone
NUT MATERIAL - Bone
NECK JOINT - Bolt-On: Stainless Steel Inserts and Bolts
DOT MATERIAL - Top dots: Mother of Pearl, Side Dots: Luminlay
FINISHES:
Oil and Wax -
Matte Lacquer
Gloss Lacquer
Opaque Colors
Translucent Colors
Metallic Colors
Options:
Drop tops:
The body can be topped with a high grade figured or exotic wood. The headstock can be matched. Many different species and levels of figure and uniqueness can be sourced.
Pickup Covers:
Unique pickup covers can be ordered in various types of woods and materials. custom shapes are available.
Binding:
The body neck and headstock are all bound. Many different styles are available. Pickups can also be bound.
Body Woods:
2pc. Bodies are standard. Body woods usually employed are: Poplar, Mahogany, Walnut, Ash. These are 4 species of lumber that I believe encompass the range of tonality that is ideal for a bass. Don't get me wrong, other species can certainly be used.
Neck Woods:
3 Pc. Necks are standard, but additional lamination can be added. You choose a center lamination that accentuates the instrument. Lumber choices include: Wenge, Padauk, Purpleheart, Flame Maple, Bubinga.
Fretboards:
Rosewood, Morado, Wenge, Bubinga, Maple are all standard. Ebony, Birdseye maple, Ziricote and others are an up charge and subject to availability.
Finishes:
Solid, Transparent, metallic, flake colors are all available.
A la Carte Electronics:
Nordstrand Pickups and passive electronics com standard. However, I can equip your instrument with any electronics you may wish.