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Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
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Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 8:08 am ]
Post subject:  Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
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Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 8:15 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Dude!
Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 8:16 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
I think I may have to try that. What kind of bridge, strings and tuners? Details?
Author:  AzWhoFan [ February 3rd, 2012, 9:39 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
nice job ALB, how are you handling the string spacing? Looks kinda tight to me, sorta like a Ric 360 type of spacing
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 9:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Same spacing as the J.Jones Longhorn Bass VI I've had for decades, and the same as by Gretsch VI, so no prob.
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 9:50 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Got the inspiration for the tuner layout from this old Teisco 6-string bass.
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Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 10:02 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
What kind of parts and strings?
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 10:09 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Matt R. wrote:
What kind of parts and strings?


Just stuff off ebay, bridge, two tuners, nut, and a set of strings.
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Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 10:28 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Going for this look.
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Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 10:33 am ]
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Is that bridge just a guitar bridge?
Author:  Retag [ February 3rd, 2012, 10:43 am ]
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Very vice nice. Very tempting as well!

Fellow member LefThanDed also converted a 30" bass (Hamer Slammer) to a Bass VI.

Matt R. wrote:
Is that bridge just a guitar bridge?


Bass VI strings tend to run from .024-.095. Seems a bi much for a guitar bridge, so I am curious as well.
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 11:13 am ]
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Matt R. wrote:
Is that bridge just a guitar bridge?


Same bridge as on my J.Jones Bass VI which I've had for years.

Total cost = $196.
Author:  pjmuck [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:28 pm ]
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Terrific job! :) I see you switched out the knobs too. You might actually be able to go all the way with the addition of a 3rd PUP and the switches if you wanted. All Parts sells the Jaguar switches and switch plate.

Here's the real deal...for only $13,0000. :shock: :

http://www.gbase.com/gear/fender-bass-v ... -apple-red
Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:31 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
I can't seem to find a bridge to do one of these.

I have always wanted a bass vi and I desperately want to rip off this idea because it's a cheap option. :evil:
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:34 pm ]
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pjmuck wrote:
Terrific job! :) I see you switched out the knobs too. You might actually be able to go all the way with the addition of a 3rd PUP and the switches if you wanted. All Parts sells the Jaguar switches and switch plate.


It's funny, I ordered a set of Jazz knobs, but the bass arrived with the proper knobs. I've thought about it, years ago I added a 3rd pickup to a Fender Jazz, up near the neck. And I installed a 3-switch Jaguar set-up. That bass is currently missing the neck so I might just part it out, steal the swtces and plate and a pickup.
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:40 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Matt R. wrote:
I can't seem to find a bridge to do one of these.

I have always wanted a bass vi and I desperately want to rip off this idea because it's a cheap option. :evil:


I got one like my J.Jones Longhorn Bass VI has. Main thing to consider: The bridge sections have enuff room to properly intonate.

I had to widen the bridge hole for the low E a little with a drill.
Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
So you took the bridge off an existing J. Jones bass? Or did you order a replacement from them?
Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:44 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
And about how much did the bridge run you?
Author:  AustinLeftyBass [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:50 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Matt R. wrote:
So you took the bridge off an existing J. Jones bass? Or did you order a replacement from them?


It's a Gotoh knock-off, purchased for this project, off ebay, $24.
Author:  Matt R. [ February 3rd, 2012, 12:53 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Converted a short-scale 4-string into a Bass VI.
Cool. So are there any problems from the pole piece & string alignment? Or is the volume cool across the strings?
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