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[dboone]

The bass seems to have a natural Primus whang to its sound. All I could think while you were playing is that you have to get one of these into Les Claypool's hands. Fantastic job. It's beautiful and obviously sounds great (to my ear at least).

[Rick-pizn]

This is a GREAT design. the ergonomics, the way the neck works as a finger rest.. just outstanding!

[sgsax]

This design has really grown on me. The disappeared pickup is a great improvement. I like the look of the original bridge better, looking like it grew naturally out of the body, but I understand the practical improvements the new one brings. Thanks for sharing!

[zhiracs]

What if you had sideways-mounted thumbwheel knobs like those on a Jazzmaster or Jaguar? Maybe have them a bit bigger, not quite as recessed (for easier access), but the woodgrain of the knobs could blend in with that of the body if they're positioned just right. If nothing else, the amount of space they take up could be curbed a whole lot.

[nram]

I really enjoy your approach and design. Great work, looks and sounds great. Especially the boutique esque super natural vibe.
If I'm ever in the states and happen to be nearby I'd be sure to drop over to check some of your instruments.

[DanHomeAtLast]

I'm glad I wasn't the only one using foam from a pickup packaging in a bass build I did the same thing!! Good use of otherwise landfill

[BlareWolfgang]

I think the current version looks awesome. I actually like the look of the tone and volume knobs and how much they stand out, breaking up the form just a little. Can’t wait to see what else you can come up with though

[jamesrafferty]

Have you ever thought of making a double neck? Would love to see your take on one!

[guitfidle]

Man, I wish you weren't all the way across the country from me- I really want to try this thing out!!!
For hiding the knobs, you could recess the edge of the top part so the pots can be attached to the bottom section and be level with the top. I own a guitar I want to show you for an idea on this- look up Micro-Frets version 1 from '67 and '68. They hide the knobs between 2 layers of pickguard.

[davebauerart]

Love the all wood concept, looks great and the wood knobs look natural even if they aren’t grain matched to the top.

[charliefrie]

Looks great. I've seen some dingwalls with wooden battery covers that are held in place with magnets. It would totally suit your build. Anyway, love watching the learning process and the evolution of your work

[pedrocucaracha]

Man, those are GORGEOUS basses! Love the sound, love the looks!

[DeadKoby]

Very I appreciate the creative thinking. Your instruments are bordering on new alienating existing players.

[russellzauner]

Hollow headstock and planetary tuners - a set of 5 for the cello should be just about right.
Mount the pickup under an adjustable finger ramp. Could make a pile of pickups in finger ramps and people would probably buy a lot of them plus they seem fun to build.
It's something I've thought about having for a long time, maybe some one else has too.

[johnisch]

Very nice, you've made some really good improvements! I have made a couple basses with wooden bridges, the lack of adjustability is always a challenge. I've buried knobs in sides, at least in my case it wasn't easy. I think knobs look fine where they are.

[andretokayuk]

Just discovered your channel today. Very informative and inspiring, despite my lack of CNC ..)

[ricos]

love it. Really nice. I know a lot about knobs. What about spring loaded knobs that you press in and they pop out for use? That way they could remain flush.

[negotiableaffections]

I love those front mounted 'just wood' knobs on the front, don't change that, its an integral part of the 'all-wood' aesthetic. However the back looks somewhat untidy, so many different wood patterns going on but access is important and it is at least, all round the back. That said, the lazy wood sound is so sexy, and thats where it counts! Very cool, Tim. (my playing days are long gone but you made me wonder..."just how much is he asking for one of these?")

[othervinny]

Hey Tim! Love seeing how this design has shaped up over the last couple years. If you want to hide the knobs better while keeping them on the front, have you considered making the knobs out of the cutoffs from the holes for the knobs? So it's the same piece of wood and the grain is continuous? Not sure if this makes sense or is what you're looking for, just an idea

[LordBarrington]

Sounds great! maybe some jazzmaster/jaguar style horizontal volume/tone wheels would fit the build?