So, question for fellow builders. Has anyone attempted to build a hybrid, a la Charlie Hunter? He is known for his hybrid builds (like a 7 string with 4 electric/3 bass strings).
I was looking into something along the lines of a 4 string (3 electric/ 1 bass) but not too familiar with bass scale lengths. Is there a scale length that would work for both electric and bass with regard to fret positions? I know bass scale lengths tend to be longer than an electric guitar scale. Thanks in advance!
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lots to consider with bass strings . , extra neck support , truss rod or not , stronger wood choice, scale, string gauge, bass pickup , even a a bass amp need consideration . etc etc etc . bass strings add a bunch more string pressure than regular guits ,adding much more consideration in other areas . ---
As a "safer" alternative , you can get away with a 2 to 4 stringer short scale bass / hybrid , using the fat strings from a special drop d guitar string pack . they will still fit the regular tuners , and a good piece of oak will be sufficient for a regular 25.5 scale through neck (which is still within a bass conversion scale too). (actually some folks convert their regular teles to a shortscale bass ). you can add your 1 bass to a regular 3 stringer and still use the same pickup and not worry too much about murdering your "guitar" amp speaker too .
(i've done a couple that way ) 2 and 3 stringers basses .
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lots to consider with bass strings . , extra neck support , truss rod or not , stronger wood choice, scale, string gauge, bass pickup , even a a bass amp need consideration . etc etc etc . bass strings add a bunch more string pressure than regular guits ,adding much more consideration in other areas . ---
As a "safer" alternative , you can get away with a 2 to 4 stringer short scale bass / hybrid , using the fat strings from a special drop d guitar string pack . they will still fit the regular tuners , and a good piece of oak will be sufficient for a regular 25.5 scale through neck (which is still within a bass conversion scale too). (actually some folks convert their regular teles to a shortscale bass ). you can add your 1 bass to a regular 3 stringer and still use the same pickup and not worry too much about murdering your "guitar" amp speaker too .
(i've done a couple that way ) 2 and 3 stringers basses .
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7miRgfydVtQ
http://www.cigarboxnation.com/video/swamp-witch-2-string-bass-guita...
( string pack brand)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GHS-Boomers-Electric-Guitar-Strings-GBZW-he...
(i'd use the .52)
hope that helps .
sorry first link dead ? try this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7miRgfydVtQ