Thanks for breathing some life back into my old road warrior Ted, masterful job and it's pretty awesome to be able to see it all happen.
@JohnKorvell
3 жыл бұрын
what was it like to play with the proper set up? I have to think it was a huge change (and for the better) that took some getting used to.
@studiogerk
3 жыл бұрын
@@JohnKorvell It honestly played pretty nicely even in its former botched up state. It still plays really nicely, has much more sustain now. I haven't had much time to spend with it so far (I haven't even plugged it in), but I can tell just from playing it acoustically that it hasn't lost any of it's mojo.
@dougdeeper2537
3 жыл бұрын
So this was originally a maple neck?😳
@studiogerk
3 жыл бұрын
@@dougdeeper2537 No idea what the original fingerboard was. It was rosewood when I purchased it (already fret less converted) in the early 90s.
@jusztinnemeti6380
3 жыл бұрын
How come you didn't just buy a new neck? It seems like it would be much cheaper to buy a fretless neck from Warmoth or even Fender rather than pay to have this one rebuilt.
@devogaliano
3 жыл бұрын
He mentioned Dave... Canadian Guitar Repair Guy Cinematic Universe confirmed!
@dillonthewindowcleaner
3 жыл бұрын
I know, I loved that, worlds collide
@pedrolax9275
3 жыл бұрын
I don't think there's a Gooch Stone in the Infinity Gauntlet
@barkerd1960
3 жыл бұрын
Skill and humility. A powerful combination.
@luisownerbr
3 жыл бұрын
Dude, the way you tackle these botched instruments always bring a smile to my face. You deal with many layers of previous f ups, so many that most people wouldn't even want to touch the guitar, and your like "hm, yea I'll fix it". And it always turns out great.
@jeffscarff1655
3 жыл бұрын
@@garymitchell5899 It matters because it's much harder to add wood than it is to subtract wood.
@ilpatongi
3 жыл бұрын
@@jeffscarff1655 So? It's his job
@voornaam3191
3 жыл бұрын
@@garymitchell5899 Because musical instruments all have a soul. So, you can kill them. Then, they will never sound the same. A good repair is sometimes needed. Be careful with the soul, gone is gone.
@DatBoi-mo9vc
3 жыл бұрын
@@ilpatongi and as the owner of his business he has the right to deny any job he considers too laborious or too rediculous, which in this case he didnt and we should commend him for it.
@ilpatongi
3 жыл бұрын
@@DatBoi-mo9vc But I didn't even mention this because it wasn't my point.
@tonycampbell9626
3 жыл бұрын
I was impressed how you not only breathe new life into this axe but how you managed to identify previous poor workmanship and corrected it. The ebony fingerboard contrasting against white pick guard is aesthetically beautiful, hands down. Your knowledge and meticulous work sets a high bar. Bravo. I’m glad I found your channel.
@bassboye8959
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed Tony, Ted's the best I've seen by far!! That bass was a mess. Worked wonders.
@Ruefus
3 жыл бұрын
As has been said many times, there is something therapeutic about watching your work and listening to your commentary. As weird as this may sound, there is a soft quality to your voice that's easy on the ears. That's not a small thing. Especially when you consider that guitar players spend their lives chasing tone. You don't realize the amount of time, effort, and fine-skill required in instrument creation and repair.
@bigbass421
2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Reno Nevada... a longtime Luthier and repairman here.. I love your videos. Your skills are really impressive. It's like I'm watching myself sometimes! lol! I'm very familiar with EMG products, and have a pretty good connection with them. They are great people, that make an excellent product. You do NOT need to ground any active EMG pickups. THAT, is one of the big selling points in selecting them for my instruments. There is no danger of electric shock using EMG active pickups. I hope you don't return that risk to your client... I'm a subscriber... I really enjoy watching you work.
@gumguppy1123
3 жыл бұрын
The ✨Hey there, gang✨literally always makes my day
@talyrath
3 жыл бұрын
I might be guilty of trying to say "Hey there, gang" in unison with him at the beginning of each video. I got it bang on once, which caused my wife to give me a really strange look. 😅
@TheNaKio
3 жыл бұрын
@@talyrath I have a wife too. Not really. I wish tho.
@AlfOfAllTrades
3 жыл бұрын
Old, beaten up, but still cared for instruments. I love them.
@laneweever2620
Жыл бұрын
Some really nice work. Inspiring to see the progress and the finished product.
@stevegrooms1142
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not qualified to judge the decisions you make. It is fun to hear how you think problems through. In the end, I love this channel because of your respect for musical instruments and the people who play them.
@marcushashchak8501
3 жыл бұрын
Wow.... So much work was done here, a lot more than what we see in the video. Great job!!
@gw2934
3 жыл бұрын
Wow ! Just wow,,my jaw just hangs down till the videos are finished,,so much consideration for the variables,,so many techniques,,the jedi master !
@RedRose4711
3 жыл бұрын
That was a fabulous repair. One of the best of this kind i've seen and i've been around.
@joshuab5186
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t comment on a lot of videos but I’m a regular patron of your content and I’m grateful for you putting it out there.
@JordonBeal
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, man. That ebony board really breathed new life into the aesthetics of that bass. Well done, Ted!
@Justin-eu3yd
3 жыл бұрын
just want to say thank you for the time and effort you put into these videos.
@soulicide8150
3 жыл бұрын
I found this amazing diamond of a channel a little while back. To be honest I love this channel more than any other channel on this format. Content is just incredible and I truly hope this man never stops sharing his wisdom and experience.
@chinaski7263
2 жыл бұрын
The articulate narration of the complex challenges, configurations, procedures, etc. is just as engaging here as the masterful repair work. Well done!
@realtruenorth
10 ай бұрын
Going to attempt to replace the fretboard on my Mex strat, crossing my fingers and watching as many videos as possible. Thanks for this, very enjoyable and educational.
@RobMods
3 жыл бұрын
Another nice vid. Active EMGs technically don't need a string earth, but it doesn't hurt anything by reinstating it. And if someone goes back to passive pickups in the future, you've saved them the expense of a long series drill bit I guess! Botched up DIY on old Fenders is very common. These were not worth much at all until about 20 years ago, they were often someone's "backup" instrument by then, and many people did their own fretless Jazz Bass conversions because of Jaco's influence.
@tagosto321
3 жыл бұрын
This is my new go to channel on KZitem. I learn so much about guitars (and problem solving). Your dry sense of humor is the cherry on top. Great stuff, man.
@scottreeves1226
3 жыл бұрын
Great Work. And thanks for the "Guys and Dolls" reference!
@violao206
3 жыл бұрын
Gawd, what a beautiful Jazz Bass, and with the new surface so beautifully done. Great job! My first bass was a 1976 Fender Precision fretless that had some Seymour Duncans disguised as stock. I went with EMG replacements for a little more top end given that I used taped LaBella flatwound. My fretboard had to be resurfaced because of the ruts ground in from the previous owner's use of roundwound strings. They are just not very advisable unless your epoxy the fretboard like Jaco did to protect the board. I also have an early '80s fretted maple neck that I bought for it turning it into quite the Funk machine.
@wrencormier513
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the guys and dolls reference
@3373-g8z
3 жыл бұрын
Always impressed by your knowledge! 74 was probably the best year of my entire life! An AWESOME year for American music as well. We were ultra-modern, and Damn It, we weren't gonna make those silly fashion mistakes they made in the 60s! You could fit a modern car, on the back seat of a 70s car...and it was legal to fill your truck bed up with 11 unrestrained children, and drive 60 MPH to the roller rink. There might be a kid missing upon arrival, but no one gave a fuck!
@bassboye8959
3 жыл бұрын
And listening to the rodeo song LOL.
@jamesleaver1391
3 жыл бұрын
Kudos from this bass player. Your patience when you encounter the inevitable surprise is laudable. You've convinced me to stay in my lane and stick mostly to setups, but I learn an incredible amount from each of your videos, so maybe one day I'll get bold with a beater and see what happens. Your humor and dry wit are also much appreciated.
@jeshely
2 жыл бұрын
I’m not a luthier not even a guitar tech but I just do not get tired of watching these repair videos.
@blessedheavyelements8544
2 жыл бұрын
Love watching you work Sir. Thank you for letting us watch and share. Best Regards and Best Wishes!
@ManotickGuitarTech
3 жыл бұрын
I love that bass - lots of character and you restored it to be a great player again. Awesome video!
@petelawless2905
7 ай бұрын
I really enjoy your videos and your precision, talent and humor. Perfection seems easy for you.
@kylemoran4343
3 жыл бұрын
Ted, you cracked me up with the Nicely Nicely Johnson reference "Sit Down Your Rockin' the Boat" Don't scuttle the ship on your heavenly trip :-) Cheers !
@MrJoeydano
3 жыл бұрын
I Dare say that Bass has never been Better !! Great repair 🤩
@gordon5004
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work. A true artisan.
@arnulfsterdal7254
3 жыл бұрын
That is one sweet bass! The attention to detail and that you go for the "feel" of the neck when shaping the fretboard together with the neck was very impressive!
@Chirbeef
3 жыл бұрын
Just a quick FYI. Fender necks were made from the factory with the fretboard joint below the truss rod nut. This is an easy way to tell a reproduction apart from an original. Most repros tend to forego this detail because it's not trivial to recreate, but yes. Vintage heel-adjust Fender truss rods did in fact overlap the joint, exactly like you demonstrate at 10:59.
@michaelwirth6843
2 жыл бұрын
It´s so much knowledge involved fixing an instrument with problems like this, very interesting!
@NitroModelsAndComics
3 жыл бұрын
I guess it would be easier to say what you cannot do than what you can. You tackle everything with a certain analyticalness which serves you extremely well. Bravo, that guy is gonna dig his bass.
@finaljesus
2 жыл бұрын
this is probably one of my favorite videos i love what you did with that bass
@valentino3191
3 жыл бұрын
You are a fantastic Craftsman. It's a real skill to take instruments that most of us would have consigned to a bonfire and make them functional again.
@Sungodv
2 жыл бұрын
Canada is very lucky to have such a treasure as Ted. I can't think of taking my instruments to anybody else, but my location keeps that from ever happening.
@vincenzollamas
2 ай бұрын
thank you so much for this video! i have a 1981 G&L L-1000 fretless bass, that i absolutely love, have had it for 25 years. when i got it the ebony fingerboard was already very thin (some of them were made that way back then), & since i use round wounds, i need to get it planed every 1-2 years, & i'm running out of fingerboard! glad to see there is hope to save the bass.
@spiccolirocks3580
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I've been honing my luthier skills for the past few years. I love watching someone that has mastered his craft and learning different techniques! This really helps and gives me confidence to try new things! I just subscribed and will be watching more of your vids! Thank for sharing!
@Cadenadian
3 жыл бұрын
My jaw was dropped the whole time. Great video; And as a bass player, I appreciate your attempt at playing it for us :) Happy Holidays
@localcrew
3 жыл бұрын
Those round wound strings are so bright and snappy when they’re new. Nice work as always.
@ITGuy1970
2 жыл бұрын
I've been showing your videos to a buddy of mine and we both think you need to move to Oregon and be our guitar guy. You are one hell of an artist and your videos are fantastic, keep up the great work!
@SchnappM
3 жыл бұрын
Trogly says he doesn't do much bass content bc it doesn't do the numbers his typical videos do, but as a bass player i always appreciate bass videos. Thanks!
@richsackett3423
Жыл бұрын
That says plenty. Most of it unflattering.
@beytone
3 жыл бұрын
Great job there Ted, that neck was “kneckered“ but once again you brought it back to life, and that piece of old ebony was awesome, pretty handy!!!
@Jonathan_Doe_
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard worse intonation from actual bass players, you’re pretty good!
@tomkirk6942
3 жыл бұрын
Very cool repair. Nice work Ted! 👍
@leviticusjones2384
3 жыл бұрын
Ted, this was phenomenal! I love watching you work your craft on these instruments. You made a masterful repair while, once again, keeping a great deal of the personality to it. I was really digging the groove you played at the end. As I was told by one early instructor, "Even if you don't hit the right note, the tone is so low that most people won't notice. Just play on like you meant to do it."
@paulwomack5866
3 жыл бұрын
Speaking as a semi hi-fi enthusiast, if you can't hear the note (as well as the beat) of a bass part, get a better sound system!
@leviticusjones2384
3 жыл бұрын
@@paulwomack5866 this was told to me as a confidence booster, but you are correct.
@jetobey5656
3 жыл бұрын
I am a retired jury trial lawyer---a "word bender." But, words fail me in the praise I want to heap upon you for the sheer artistry of your work. (on and off luthier since the 60's, so I know what is required to develop the knowledge and skills you possess. As I said in another comment, you inspire me to be better. As the poet, Robert Browning penned ,"Let your reach exceed your grasp; or, what's a heaven for?" In the real racing world there is an old saying, "Attention to detail wins races." It, too, applies here.
@richsackett3423
Жыл бұрын
Better here: A winner never quits and a quitter never wins.
@Jakfilm
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks as always. What a great Sunday morning coffee break.
@cannedheat2264
7 ай бұрын
This is the first video I watched of yours that made me suscribe. My life was a lot better then. Can’t even play guitar anymore due to a hand injury a year ago. Life goes on though.
@jimlupino6923
3 жыл бұрын
Such a pleasure to watch a master craftsman at work! Cheers!
@kryptichands968
2 жыл бұрын
Excited to see you work on a bass, stellar work! Amazing
@lukedoll5993
3 жыл бұрын
Rocking the boat like Nicely Nicely was the hi-light of my morning. Thanks for that.
@deweypug
2 жыл бұрын
The Jaco comment got me laughing. Very satisfying watching this one... Cheers from NH
@matthewcasey4795
3 жыл бұрын
Send the easy stuff to Dave and send the hard stuff to Ted. Clearly the client knows his onions.
@amunderdog
3 жыл бұрын
Dave does setup's. He rarely does repairs anymore.
@rocknrollrich1
3 жыл бұрын
I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos. I don't have any aspirations of being a luthier, but I still appreciate seeing how things are done. It's good to see skilled craftsman do what they do .
@ejr2716
3 жыл бұрын
Fascinating to see the work done
@Milesjohnsonn
3 жыл бұрын
So fitting that Dave gets the basses
@johnnyrandom100
3 жыл бұрын
another great video of Ted showing his passion for the trade he works in.
@moonchild4806
3 жыл бұрын
I feel the "jazz bass looks the size of a strat" thing real hard
@CesarAllGuitar
3 жыл бұрын
I enjoy so much watching this guy work. Great one again.
@incognito7597
Жыл бұрын
love your relaxed approach to these vids great work .
@jessphuqette1716
3 жыл бұрын
I've been playing my fretless Ric since the 70s. I'm lucky to have a really good luthier. He's been working on my gear for 45 years. Ted you do beautiful work. Bravo
@dannyjonze
3 жыл бұрын
That truss rod nut being proud of the mapl and into the fingerboard is standard for fender necks
@alexbostelle287
2 жыл бұрын
You, without fail always courteously say thanks for watching.....i say no ,"thank you" for unequaled ,sober and righteous content that is absorbing and addictive( in a good way) and always enhancing our perspectives.
@markmailloux2095
3 жыл бұрын
Love your reference to Nicely Nicely!
@eerbrev
2 жыл бұрын
stellar work on this - looks incredible.
@jackiet4575
3 жыл бұрын
Always interesting to see how things are done from the ground up! It makes you have a great respect for the knowledge and workmanship involved in building and repairing instruments.
@brianengquist2110
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work and an expertly explained video. I love to watch a good luthier at work, and you are extremely accomplished at your craft, such skill and attention to detail! I get this strange vicarious sense of gratification (mixed with a significant amount of envy!) seeing something I love as much as bass guitars done so well. Made my day!
@jessphuqette1716
3 жыл бұрын
I've been playing my fretless Ric since the 70s. I'm lucky to have a really good luthier. He's been working on my gear for 45 years. Ted you do beautiful work. Bravo
@BeverlyThomas-ez7yk
Жыл бұрын
You are a Rembrandt! A true artisan like the old masters.
@stevesoldwedel
3 жыл бұрын
I wonder if anyone else has the like to dislike ratio that Ted does. I'm not sure I've ever seen so many videos with zero thumbs down. And there shouldn't be any thumbs down. Great stuff!
@markdalton293
2 жыл бұрын
Wow , I'm impressed . There are not too many people who can do the level of quality work you do ted . Thanks for the great video .
@stevenedwards4470
3 жыл бұрын
That was interesting. That original fret board was comically thin. Perfect choice of words 😝 Wow.
@Sleepysidney
3 жыл бұрын
Very impressive work indeed.... once again!
@dchandlerco
3 жыл бұрын
"I've got the horse right here, his name is Paul Revere" Love the easter eggs you drop for those of us that listen closely. Love the pacing of the videos
@NoStNick
3 жыл бұрын
Just had the same problem with a '78 Stingray on my bench, paper thin fretless board that wasn't installed correctly. Fun job replacing the board and installing carbon fiber rods.
@Ibaneddie76
2 жыл бұрын
Great job on that one, I fully understand the owner's desire to want to salvage an instrument that speaks to them no matter what the condition. The ebony fingerboard really turned it into a nice looking bass!
@bluesingmusic3443
3 жыл бұрын
Great job. I was amazed you managed to make the bass playable, & look good. My compliments to your craftsmanship.
@briansavage932
3 жыл бұрын
I'm fully addicted to your channel. I've been binge watching these videos for a week now. Thanks for the great content!
@jrglock34
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing craftsmanship, Mate! 🎸
@ahdcehs
3 жыл бұрын
I love the look on your face when you play the fiddle!!!
@kmilford100
3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous result!
@alphasportstv
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ted for an Xmas Treat! All the best for a happy, healthy and video-filled 2021 ;)
@tincansailor9437
3 жыл бұрын
"Obstinate", "radii" and "dingus"... so refreshing to listen to/read an educated vocabulary!
@sebastianvirga1015
2 жыл бұрын
Lot of patience you have there! Nice work
@MenkoDany
3 жыл бұрын
15:21 I blew on the screen to blow away the dirt. Congratulations your videos are so easy to watch they short circuited my brain xD
@wbfaulk
3 жыл бұрын
I forgot about Dave's World of Fun Stuff since I told KZitem never to recommend me any of his videos. I'm surprised to discover that that feature works as well as it does, and also that anyone can stand to listen to that man rant.
@Geeman002
3 ай бұрын
Your sense of humor is priceless 😂 I’m a bassist❤
@Riverdeepnwide
2 жыл бұрын
What a teacher! Great stuff 👍🏻
@00brandanrich
3 жыл бұрын
I legitimately got very excited when the update for this video popped up! Thanks for the content!
@HBSuccess
3 жыл бұрын
Ted FWIW when I was in college I didn’t have enough dough for two basses but I could afford two necks, so I bought a legit Fender fretless P-Bass neck w tuners installed...brand new... for $75 and swapped it w my fretted neck whenever I had a Jazz type gig. Used the same round-wounds on both necks, no problems. In fact some gigs I’d switch the necks between a dinner set and a dance set.
@nnervous
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice and a cool change of pace. Thank you. Most of my hack 'lutherie' is bass and e-guitar related so this is fun for me. Always love your attention to the finest detail and unique job to job problem solving process. I would love some vids dedicated to your small area finish repair and color matching. Everything always looks so well blended and that's a skill set I sorely lack.
@Mr.Maryland_
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, fantastic job! I like how shiny that new board looked
@rob_in_stowmarket_uk
3 жыл бұрын
Just love the closing comments! 😂👍
@BessieBopOrBach
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful ebony board. Nothing makes my fingers happier.
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