"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.

 

 

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